The Diputación de Cáceres is set to showcase 'La Tempestad', a comedy that transforms theatre into a platform for discussing emotional health. The play, starring Raquel Palma and Alba Cayuela and directed by José Antonio Raynaud, will debut on Wednesday, 11 November, at the Gran Teatro de Cáceres as part of the Muestra Ibérica de Artes Escénicas (MAE).
The narrative follows two women who find themselves stranded on an island, discovering that their only path to survival lies in learning to listen to and support one another. The production will tour the province, visiting El Batán on 15 November, Logrosán on 11 December, Arroyo de la Luz on 13 December, Tejeda de Tiétar on 18 December, and Moraleja on 19 December.
'La Tempestad' is an emotional and musical comedy based on the real-life experiences of its protagonists. Through humour, music, and absurdity, it tackles mental health, fears, insecurities, burdens, and self-imposed pressures from a relatable and honest perspective.
Esther Gutiérrez Morán, the first vice president of Territory, Equality and Culture at the Diputación de Cáceres, emphasised that the project aims to be “much more” than mere entertainment, seeking to engage the audience as active participants in the on-stage experience.
Raquel Palma noted that 'La Tempestad' is a journey through the lives of two women, with the script emerging from the actresses' own experiences. Alba Cayuela highlighted that the play steers clear of “toxic positivity” and embraces honesty in discussing experiences and emotions often kept silent.
Director José A. Raynaud added that the story begins with the women’s shipwreck and how they discover that cooperation and unity are their only means of overcoming challenges, all conveyed through comedy and music. The production features original songs with lyrics and music by Raquel Palma, alongside musical direction, arrangements, and incidental music by David González (Lerman).
