Photo Flash: AY, CARMELA! at Stella Adler Theatre

The Stella Adler Theatre is thrilled to present the West Coast Premiere of AY, CARMELA!, written by José Sanchis Sinisterra, adapted by Nilo Cruz and Catalina Botello, with music composed by Gustavo Dudamel, Scenic Design by noted Architect Frank Gehry (his Los Angeles Intimate Theatre debut!) and directed by Alberto Arvelo. Check out photos from the show below!

AY, CARMELA! will preview on Friday, November 13 at 8pm and will open on Saturday, November 14 at 8pm and run through Sunday, December 13 at the Hudson Mainstage Theatre, 6539 Santa Monica Blvd. in Hollywood.

There is no other play that represents contemporary Spanish theatre with more profound spirit, presence and fundamental prowess as AY, CARMELA!

Since premiering in 1987, this celebrated play has been performed around the world and brought to the silver screen by Spanish filmmaker Carlos Saura. The play debuted in the US at Repertorio Español in New York in 2010 to critical acclaim. Written by José Sanchis Sinisterra, a Spanish icon of the theatre, AY CARMELA! is a living monument to Spanish culture, idiosyncrasy and sensibility.

AY, CARMELA! is a rare juxtaposition of comedy and drama weaving a metaphor of hope and courage. Carmela and Paulino are vaudeville performers making a living traveling with their comedy act during Spain's violent Civil War. They confront the absurdity of war when a simple twist of fate puts them behind enemy lines and forces them to perform for military officials and condemned prisoners. Carmela and Paulino must choose to forego everything they have ever believed in...or surrender to certain death.

Fusing comedy, flamenco, and the brutality of war, AY CARMELA! is a riot act that will have you contemplating the meaning of human nature, love and hope long after the final curtain.

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