CARENA at TOLLHAUS: Quixotic rope art conquers Karlsruhe
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CARENA: Tightrope walking between abyss, will, and poetry
With CARENA, Cia La Corcoles brings a stage experience to Karlsruhe that condenses circus art, theatrical atmosphere, and physical tension into an intense evening. Mariona Moya, the founder and artistic force behind La Corcoles, presents tightrope walking not merely as a technique but as an existential path across a rugged ridge.
A solo that draws strength from balance
The production is based on the archetypal tension of the rope: one body, one space, one abyss. In CARENA, every step becomes a sign, every movement a decision. The piece condenses the struggle with one's own fear into a precise image of vulnerability and resistance. The dramaturgical handwriting connects circus, dance, and a strong theatrical imagery into a silent but urgent narrative.
Quixotic theater of gravity
The reference to Miguel de Cervantes does not lie in quotes but in the atmosphere of the room. Like Don Quixote, this performance feels its way through a world where idealism, failure, and rebellion are closely intertwined. The direction by Mariona Moya and Sergi Ots, along with the dramaturgical support, focuses on precision, symbolism, and the emotional impact of a solo performance. This makes CARENA a performance that does not rely on volume but on pull.
Stage design, light, and acoustics as tension carriers
The interplay of stage design, costume, technical direction, and original soundtrack creates a dense theatrical atmosphere. The rope becomes a line of memory, the path upwards a personal test. The reduced form sharpens perception: light, body, and sound carry the scene until movement becomes meaning. This is where the strength of this production lies – it trusts in the presence of the artist and the quiet power of the moment.
For a young audience with great imagination
With a duration of 42 minutes and no spoken language, CARENA is also accessible for a younger audience from the age of 8. This openness makes the production particularly special: it functions through images, rhythm, and body language, not through explanation. Thus, an intense stage experience arises that appeals to families, circus lovers, and theater enthusiasts alike.
Conclusion
CARENA promises an evening full of concentration, beauty, and risk. Anyone who wants to experience contemporary circus with poetic power and fine directorial work should not miss this performance at TOLLHAUS.
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