Frida and Diego
Country : Spain
Production : Marie Porto Company
Direction and Choreography: Maria Jesús Oporto
Music: Río Rosa
Duration : 33mn
Performance : Maria Jesús Oporto, Alejandro González
Suitable for adults and ages 13+
Synopsis :
From the authorship of a woman, inspired by the life and work of the Mexican painter Frida Kahlo, this piece explores her desires, internal conflicts, and iconic influence on the feminist movement. Using contemporary dance and physical theater, the performance creates a collage of themes like love, heartbreak, pain, and artistic freedom, reflecting key moments in Frida’s life. It celebrates women’s place in art, showcasing Frida’s creative resilience against pain. The vibrant atmosphere mirrors her colorful, intense paintings, taking the audience on a journey into her inner world and her complex relationship with the painter Diego Rivera.
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