An Outstanding Actress
Àgata Roca has been recognized as the winner of the 50th Margarida Xirgu Memorial Theater Award, an award that distinguishes the best actress of the Barcelona theater season. His role in The Categorical Imperative, a play by Victòria Szpunberg, has been the reason for this recognition. This play, which was scheduled at the Teatre Lliure de Gràcia and will return to the bill at the end of next season, has stood out for its categorical and shocking interpretation.
Recognition and Celebration
The award jury has praised Àgata Roca as a practical demonstration that actresses gain in nuances and expertise over the years. In addition, the laudatory words of theater critic Oriol Puig Taulé have underlined his intelligence and subtlety in the performance. The award, which will be presented next Monday July 22 at the Romea Theatre, will be presented by screenwriter, actress and presenter Elisenda Pineda, and will mark the high point of the celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Margarida Xirgu Memorial Theater Award.
An Outstanding Trajectory
Àgata Roca, born in Barcelona in 1968, founded the theater company T in 1991, after finishing her studies at the Theater Institute. With his company, he has premiered several plays and participated in television productions such as Link Station, Porca miséria, Ventdelplà, Kubala, Moreno i Manchón, and Les de l’hoquei. His presence has also been noticed in the cinema, with participation in several films such as Las horas del día, Excuses!, Dictado, Truman and El pregón.
An Award With History
The Margarida Xirgu Memorial Theater Award, in honor of the actress and director of Molins de Rei, has been awarded annually since 1973. This award, one of the longest in the state in the field of performing arts, has recognized artists such as Núria Espert, Anna Lizaran, Mercè Arànega, Clara Segura and Emma Vilarasau. With such an outstanding career, Àgata Roca joins this prestigious group of winners of the Margarida Xirgu Award.
