Duato and Grandinetti Explore Divorce in ‘La Música’
Stage Return for Acclaimed Argentine and Spanish Actors
A raw portrayal of a marriage on the brink of collapse arrives at the Main Theater this week, featuring celebrated performers Ana Duato and Darío Grandinetti. The play, ‘La Música’, delves into the complexities of a couple facing the finality of divorce.
A Night Before the End
The narrative centers on a couple who have traveled to a city to finalize their divorce. They spend one last night together, a period filled with hours of conversation, laughter, and a reckoning with their shared history. The question lingers: will they truly end their relationship, or is there a chance for reconciliation?
Ana Duato, known for her two-decade-long role as Merche in ‘Tell me how it happened’, returns to the stage after a 25-year absence, last appearing in ‘The elephant man’ in 1998. Her extensive filmography includes collaborations with prominent directors like Pilar Miró and José Luis Berlanga.
Darío Grandinetti, a frequent collaborator with Pedro Almodóvar, appearing in films like ‘Speech with her’ and ‘Julieta’, also marks a return to Spanish stages after a decade. He is also recognized for his television work in the series ‘Iron’.
Duras’ Classic Reimagined
The production is directed by Magüi Mira, a highly respected figure in Spanish culture, with over 70 theatrical productions to her name. Mira also adapted the text from Marguerite Duras’ 1965 play, a work that cemented Duras’ status as a literary icon. Duras, who also directed a film adaptation of the play, received an Academy Award for the best original script for ‘Hiroshima Mon Amour’.
According to a 2024 report by the Spanish National Statistics Institute, divorce rates in Spain have increased by 7.2% in the last five years, highlighting the continued relevance of stories exploring marital breakdown. INE Report
Performance Details
Performances of ‘La Música’ will take place from Thursday through Sunday at the Main Theater. Showtimes are 8 pm from Thursday to Saturday, with a 7 pm curtain on Sunday. Tickets are priced at 25 euros, with a special bonus offered for the Thursday session.
This production promises a compelling and intimate exploration of love, loss, and the enduring power of communication – or the devastating consequences of its absence.
