Colectivo El Pozo, Theater

Colján
Now showing: 8:00 PM December 6,7,8,9 Thursday –Sunday
At Calles y Sueños, 1900 S. Carpenter Chicago, IL 60 608
I recently went to see this one-​man theater piece by the Colectivo el Pozo theater company in the arts space of Calles y Sueños in the Pilsen neighborhood of Chicago. I really enjoyed the show which was a monologue written by playwright Raúl Dorantes and directed by Marcos Litwicki. I wasn’t sure what to expect ahead of time but this was about a young man waking up after a night out with his wife that he has been separated from, and remembering all that went on and even somehow being transported back through time through the collective memory of his ancestors. I know it sounds crazy but somehow it worked. My friends and I all really enjoyed the show and we even stayed after for a short question and answer session with the actor, director, and playwright which gave us an interesting insider’s view of the piece. The playwright mentioned that he wrote the play with the actor, Marcopolo Soto, in mind. Of course Marcopolo Soto was perfect for the part; really, he made the show! He performed with a wonderful range of emotions and acting ability. I highly recommend that you get out and see this engaging performance. The play is in Spanish with English supertitles. Tickets cost $ 10.00 (can pay cash or credit at the door or order in advance. Box Office: 312−451−7220
Also of interest in the same space: An interesting and moving art exhibit is currently showing at Calles y Sueños that has to do with people who have disappeared during dictatorships.
Review by Elizabeth Murphy