A cultural initiative aimed at promoting co-creation and human rights, the Ciclo Invisibles returns for its fourth edition, this time concentrating on freedom of expression and artistic liberty in the face of censorship. Previous editions have tackled themes such as migration, food sovereignty, and housing, while this year's focus aligns with Article 20 of the Spanish Constitution, which safeguards freedom of expression and artistic creation.
Taking place from Thursday 12 to Saturday 14 November, events will be hosted at the Covibar hall and the Federico García Lorca cultural centre, featuring a variety of artists, communicators, and creators. The Cultural Department explains, "Through co-creation and critical thinking, the cycle advocates for a plurality of perspectives in our society and rejects any form of censorship or structural violence."
Programme highlights
The activities are divided into two main areas:
- Training and creation area: Practical spaces focusing on parody and satire.
- Scenic area: A journey through memory and the present, highlighting artistic freedom as an essential driver of democracy.
Thursday 12 November
1. Documentary dramaturgy: 'Censorship and memories' at 19:30, Covibar hall. Tickets available at entradas.rivasciudad.es. Directed by Cross Border Project, this intergenerational documentary theatre laboratory invites residents of Rivas to explore themes of censorship and artistic freedom through their own narratives.
Friday 13 November
2. Theatre: 'Rámper. Life and death of a clown' at 19:30, Covibar hall. Tickets priced at 3 euros, available at entradas.rivasciudad.es. This performance celebrates the legacy of Rámper, a famous clown from early 20th century Spain, and his struggle to continue performing during the war.
Saturday 14 November
3. Masterclass with Darío Andati (Mongolia magazine): 'Cutting and going wild: make your own fanzine' from 10:00 to 14:00 at the García Lorca cultural centre. This workshop is open to participants aged 16 and over, with a fee of 10 euros. Attendees will learn how to create a self-published magazine, regardless of their artistic skills.
4. Masterclass with Susana Ginesta (Cadiwoman): 'Humour and carnival. Workshop on creating and staging a chirigota'. This workshop, also at the García Lorca cultural centre, will explore the art of composing a chirigota, a form of satirical Spanish musical theatre.
5. Theatre: 'Nadia' at 19:30, Covibar hall. Tickets priced at 3 euros, available at entradas.rivasciudad.es. This autobiographical performance tells the story of Nadia Ghulam, an Afghan woman who recounts her experiences from Kabul to Barcelona, highlighting themes of courage and identity.
The Ciclo Invisibles aims to foster dialogue and understanding around these critical issues, culminating in discussions with performers and representatives from organisations advocating for refugee rights.
