The show, Mystical Ecstasy, immerses audiences in the works of 17th-century Ibero-American writers such as Sor Juana Inés de la Cruz, Ana Caro, María de Zayas, and Santa Teresa de Jesús. The original texts, adapted and translated by Spanish artist Paula Rodríguez, are set to contemporary music by French composer and musician Arthur Astier. This performance highlights the courage of Golden Age female authors in pursuing writing and searching for their voice—an audacious endeavour for women.
On stage, a musician and an actress create an intimate yet electric atmosphere through words, sounds, and emotion. Mystical Ecstasy conveys the profound messages of hope and resilience found in these classical stories and poems. From inception to execution, Mystical Ecstasy embraces Universal Design principles; featuring live narration, a sound visualizer, and subtitles, we ensure an inclusive experience for visually- and hearing-impaired individuals, as well as international audiences.
Dramaturgy and Direction: Paula Rodríguez
Original Music: Arthur Astier
Performers: Paula Rodríguez & Arthur Astier
Visuals & Accessibility: Enrique Muñoz
Lighting Design: Nat Wong
Graphic Design: Maya Goldstein
Photography: Pablo Lorente
★★★★★ 'An evocative reflection on social and intimate themes such as freedom, identity, and power.' - Brit.es
★★★★ 'AURIC takes us on a journey.' - Theatrefullstop
'Throughout the performance, the artists reach out to the audience with serenity, depth, and rigor. The voice caresses the verses, and the guitar explores unknown corners of emotion.' - Tamtampress
'AURIC transcends limits of space and time.' - The Theatre Times
'A delightful and original bilingual project.' Lanza Digital