The play "La madre" starring Julia Roch has captivated the audience at the Teatro de Rojas in Toledo. Portraying various characters with ease and grace, Roch manages to deliver a brilliant performance that captivated the present audience.
As the plot unfolds, the internal struggles, fears, and desires to be valued and understood of Ana, the main character, are revealed. Juan Carlos Vellido convincingly plays Ana's husband, conveying a role of a distant and uncomprehending spouse.
Aitana Sánchez-Gijón's performance as Ana is acclaimed for her emotional range and exceptional dialogue delivery. The plot deeply reflects on themes such as love, possession, loneliness, and the search for meaning in family relationships.
The structure of the play, part of a trilogy written by Florian Zeller, is composed like a puzzle that reflects Ana's mental chaos. The story revolves around a mother in an identity crisis and loneliness after her son's departure from home.
Juan Carlos Fisher's direction and Aitana Sánchez-Gijón's outstanding performance effectively convey pressing themes such as absence and loneliness in a powerful and reflective manner. The music composed by Joan Miquel Pérez and the set design by Alessio Meloni add layers of depth to the representation.
"La madre" is a play that explores the complexity of family relationships, focusing on the dynamics between a mother and her children. With a fragmented narrative that plays with the perception of reality, Zeller manages to convey a clear message about Ana's suffering and loneliness.
In short, "La madre" is a theatrical work that invites the audience to reflect on the impact of communication and emotional connection in family life, a spectacle that has managed to move and captivate the audience present at the Teatro de Rojas.
