A long and controversial gala
The XXVII edition of the Performing Arts Critics Awards took place yesterday at the Teatre Romea in Barcelona, marking a long and intense event, with a ceremony that seemed to have no end. This edition was noted for the notable attendance of 71,441 spectators in the project “Cap empty armchair”, an initiative that achieved great success in its second edition.
Triomf of Watusi’s Day ‘
The work ‘El Día del Watusi’, based on the novel by Francisco Casavella and directed by Iván Morales, was the great winner of the night, taking six awards. The musical ‘soul’ also shone with four awards, while ‘The categorical imperative’ and ‘La Quijá’ tied with three awards each.
A diverse and recognized jury
The prizes were made up of prominent figures from the world of criticism and culture, including names such as Oriol Puig Taulé and Martí Figueras, who have contributed their vision and experience to the event.
A gala with key moments
The gala, presented by Glòria Ribera, was marked by its duration and lack of social demands, a contrast with previous editions. The presenter tried to maintain the animation, but the awards marathon caused many attendees to lose interest.
Reflections on the theater industry
Iván Morales, accepting the prize for best show, made a deep reflection on the role of art in society, playing topics such as recent evictions and social crises, which went unnoticed during the ceremony.
An uncertain future for award -winning works
Despite the success of ‘The Day of Watusi’ and ‘Soul’, both works have no scheduled re -stresses, which generates concern about current programming policy in the country. Assistance figures do not seem to translate into a continuous offer to the public.
Claims and recognitions
While the guild claims were scarce, the winners used their speeches to ask for improvements in working conditions and equality in salaries. Raquel Ferri and Roc Bernadí were two prominent voices in this regard.
A closing with expectations
The night closed with a celebration of the theater, but also with a feeling of need for change. Initiatives such as the Wikiquató to be held soon, seek to expand the visibility of women in the theater and recognize their contributions.
