A festival for all
From April 7 to 13, Vilafranca del Penedès will become the nucleus of contemporary thought with the eighth edition of the Vilapensa Festival. With a focus on the subject of the ‘Trencat’, the event promotes an open and inclusive dialogue that seeks to attract more than 14,000 attendees through about twenty different activities.
An open dialogue about identity
Marta Palazón, co -director of the festival, emphasizes the importance of discussing topics that go from extreme subjectivism to the decomposition of the concept of an individual. In his words, the goal is to promote a space for reflection that avoids academic elitism and is accessible to the entire community.
A diversified team
During the presentation of the festival, prominent figures such as Mayor Francisco Romero and experts from various disciplines were attended. Josep Monserrat, director of the Llorens i Barba Chair, emphasized that the festival’s mission is that citizens are approaching critical thinking, fostering a dialogue that transcends the classrooms.
Varied activities for all tastes
The festival will not be limited to conferences; Concerts, screenings, theater shows and humor sessions will also be offered. For the first time, workshops and stories for children will be included, thereby recognizing the importance of fostering critical thinking since childhood.
Current topics at the center of the debate
The conversations will address relevant topics such as mental health, identity, and world politics, with a special approach to the problems that affect young people. Marta Palacín says it is vital to talk about the emotional pain and the crises of identity that many experience today.
A traveling experience
A novelty of this year is a traveling route that seeks to make the festival a dynamic experience. This activity, inspired by Aristotle’s peripatetics, invites reflection and interaction in spaces different from the Vinseum, the central core of the event.
Reflections on the future
Marta Palazón concludes that, while reviewing the concept of the ‘broken Jo’, the festival approaches a constant introspection, adapting to the needs of society. Francisco Romero celebrates the inclusiveness of this year’s program, which seeks to connect with all generations, thus reflecting the growth and success of Vilapensa.