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A provocative new theatrical production, “Ca-Co-Flex!”, is set to premiere on Thursday, october 16, offering a critical and humorous examination of the challenges surrounding access to housing. The play,the first from the newly formed Alomais Teatro company,will debut at the Gustavo Freire Auditorium in Lugo at 8:30 p.m.
A Risky and Contemporary Scenic Proposal
the Alomais Teatro company aims to make a bold statement with its inaugural performance. According to a company release, “Ca-Co-Flex!” unfolds within an “unfeasible set,” featuring a cast of four actors and actresses who dynamically transform throughout each scene. The production utilizes a blend of theatrical and visual fragments, intentionally disjointed to mirror the fragmented and uncertain nature of the current housing market.
The play’s creators describe the set design as resembling a puzzle where the pieces “never seem to fit together,” a deliberate metaphor for the difficulties individuals face when attempting to secure adequate housing.
Reflecting on Housing Insecurity
“The housing market, boom! The future, in the air. And you, would you live in a cardboard house?” asks promotional material for the play, directly confronting audiences with the stark realities of housing insecurity. The production seeks to spark reflection on the obstacles many encounter in their pursuit of decent and affordable homes.
“Ca-Co-Flex!” is positioned as a fresh, critical, and committed exploration of one of the most pressing issues facing contemporary society. The play’s debut marks the official launch of Alomais Teatro, a new theatrical formation poised to contribute to the cultural landscape with its socially conscious work.
The company hopes to initiate a broader conversation about the complexities of housing access and the need for innovative solutions.
