Mar del Plata audiences will experience the premiere of “The piano Class†on February 13 at 9:00 p.m. at El Séptimo Fuego (BolÃvar 3675), a darkly comedic one-act play exploring economic desperation and intellectual sparring. The play, penned by Uruguayan author Leo MaslÃah, promises a captivating evening of theater.
A Duel of Wits and Wallets
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“The Piano Class†presents a tense encounter between a piano teacher struggling with debt and a student who is far from ordinary.
- The play unfolds in a living room defined by financial hardship.
- MaslÃah both wrote and will perform in “The Piano Class.â€
- Singer-songwriter Lorena Rizzo co-stars in this dramatic comedy.
- MaslÃah’s work spans literature, music, and theater.
The narrative centers on a piano teacher employing increasingly unconventional methods to make ends meet. However, the arrival of a new student throws everything into disarray. what begins as a music lesson quickly devolves into a battle of intellect and finances, unsettling both characters involved.
Uruguayan roots—Leo MaslÃah began his artistic career in Montevideo in 1974 with a performance of a Handel concerto, showcasing early versatility.
Lorena Rizzo: From Buenos Aires to the Stage
Performing alongside MaslÃah is Buenos Aires-born singer-songwriter and actress Lorena Rizzo.Rizzo released her debut album, “Torpes kindnesses,†in 2013 and has since released four albums, establishing herself as a prominent voice in the Buenos Aires music scene. Her musical style blends popular genres with a distinctive compositional approach. Beyond music, Rizzo brings theatrical training and experience in playwriting, acting, and directing to the production.
Leo MaslÃah: A Multifaceted Artist
Leo MaslÃah, born in Montevideo in 1954, launched his career in 1974 with a performance of a Handel concerto for organ and strings as part of the SODRE “Music in the Ships†cycle. since the late 1970s, he has been a prolific composer, performer, and writer, showcasing his work in Argentina and touring extensively throughout the Americas, Europe, and the United States.
MaslÃah’s extensive body of work includes over 40 books and nearly 50 albums encompassing both popular and academic music. He has received Gardel awards for his albums “à rboles†(2008) and “Leo MaslÃah plays Bach†(2020). His compositions span piano, chamber, and orchestral pieces, including symphonic works, concerts, and the opera “Maldoror,†which premiered at the Teatro Colón in 2003.
As a playwright, MaslÃah has penned numerous plays, often directing and performing in them himself, ranging from “Medical Certifications†(1982) to “Influencers,†a collaboration with Daniel Hendler. He has been recognized with honors from the Konex Foundation, the morosoli award, and multiple national literature and music awards in Uruguay.
What kind of music does Leo MaslÃah compose? MaslÃah composes music for piano,chamber and orchestra,as well as symphonic works,concerts and an opera.
Award-Winning Work—MaslÃah received Gardel awards for his albums “à rboles†(2008) and “Leo MaslÃah plays Bach†(2020), recognizing his musical achievements.
