The healing power of laughter continues to spread across Albacete province. On 13 November, ‘El humor todo lo cura’ will arrive in La Roda, offering a blend of culture, awareness, and support for local mental health initiatives.
José González, the deputy for Social Affairs, visited La Roda to announce the event alongside the town's mayor, Juanra Amores; the councillor for Social Services, Seniors, and Childhood, Eva Perea; and the treasurer of Asociación Mentes Abiertas (Open Minds Association), the beneficiary of the event's proceeds. The gala is scheduled for 20:30 at the Casa de la Cultura and will feature a line-up including Jesús Arenas, Luis Larrodera, and Nadia Guillamón.
This event presents an opportunity for entertainment while supporting the vital work of Mentes Abiertas in the community. Organised by the Asociación Enamorados de las Artes Escénicas, linked to Gacha’s Comedy, this initiative is in its third edition, having started in Almansa in 2024 and expanding to various major municipalities in the province.
González highlighted the social dimension of the initiative, which uses humour as a means to address issues often surrounded by prejudice and stigma. While humour does not replace professional care or necessary resources for mental health, it contributes to emotional well-being, fosters personal relationships, and provides comfort to those facing difficult situations.
One significant aspect of ‘El humor todo lo cura’ is its ability to bring cultural activities to local communities and connect them directly with organisations working on the ground. The series allows individuals and families experiencing particularly challenging times to find an opportunity to leave their homes, engage in shared activities, and enjoy a communal space.
This aspect is particularly meaningful in La Roda, where Asociación Mentes Abiertas offers support and companionship to individuals with mental health issues and their families. González, Amores, and Perea, along with representatives from the association, visited the Mentes Abiertas headquarters to learn about the organisation's activities and engage with users, emphasising the importance of these spaces for social interaction, support, and participation.
The focus on this reality extends beyond isolated events, encompassing the ongoing work of associations and their members to combat isolation, promote inclusion, and support those in need of mental health assistance. The connection between Mentes Abiertas and ‘El humor todo lo cura’ adds special significance to the event, transforming audience participation into direct financial support for the organisation's daily work.
The ‘El humor todo lo cura’ 2026 series kicks off on 12 November at the Teatro Victoria in Hellín, featuring Jesús Arenas, Luis Larrodera, and Eva Cabezas, with proceeds benefiting AFA Hellín and HAFEP-Parkinson Hellín. Following La Roda, the series will continue on 19 November at the Teatro Regio in Almansa, with Jesús Arenas, Agustín Durán, and Antonia Triviño, supporting Salud Mental Almansa-AFAENPAL, and will conclude on 26 November at the Gran Teatro in Villarrobledo, featuring Palo Capilla, Álex O’Dogherty, and Jesús Arenas, with proceeds going to Asociación Salud Mental Villarrobledo. Four venues will use humour as a vehicle for connection, awareness, and solidarity, highlighting the work of social entities across the province.
