Instituto Cervantes of Chicago & Chicago Puppet Fest present:
‘an unmissable new piece in miniature…unique, handbuilt and profoundly experimental’
– The Guardian
‘craft, heart and quiet fury’
– The Stage
‘Their words argue powerfully against the shame-based “moral model” of addiction’
– The Financial Times
‘breathtaking’
– DarkChat
Half way between dream and cold reality, intricate miniature worlds with detailed figurines, shoe box style installations, turntables, micro-projection and immersive soundscapes share first-hand accounts, hopes and reflections about the impact of alcoholism. It is a poignant look at the weight carried by the community surrounding a person living with addiction. From its 2023 premiere at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival comes this intimate piece confronting the deadly culture of shame, ignorance and misunderstanding surrounding substance dependence.
Dates/Times:
Friday, January 17 at 5 pm* + 8 pm
Saturday, January 18 at 3 pm + 8 pm
Sunday, January 19 at 4 pm + 7 pm
*This show will be followed by a short break after which the artist(s) will be present for a talkback.
Location: Instituto Cervantes of Chicago, 31 W. Ohio St.
Cost: $33/$25 students & seniors
Ages: 14 and up
Running Time: 43 mins
ADA Accessible? Yes
Tortoise in a Nutshell, a Scottish puppetry company, creates visually engaging theater that tackles contemporary social issues. Known for its multimedia approach, the company blends puppetry with reflective storytelling. Their festival piece, Concerned Others, encourages audiences to reflect on the dynamics of modern human relationships and society.
Instituto Cervantes of Chicago is a non-profit organization founded by the Government of Spain in 1991. This venue has been a cornerstone of Hispanic culture and arts in the city, promoting cross-cultural exchange through language, arts, and education. As part of the Chicago International Puppet Theater Festival, Instituto Cervantes will host performances that reflect the diversity and richness of puppetry traditions from Spanish-speaking countries. Audiences can look forward to lively storytelling and captivating visual art in a space that is dedicated to celebrating cultural heritage. This partnership promises an extraordinary and enriching experience for festival-goers, blending puppetry with global cultural expression.
