The unique perspective and joyful absurdity of Pere Calders' short stories take the stage in a staged reading blending literature and music. 🎭📚

Theatre company Indi Gest presents this production directed by Jordi Oriol as part of the series "El meu clàssic: Pere Calders", promoted by La Casa dels Clàssics and the Institució de les Lletres Catalanes.

🎭 CALDERADA

📅 October 20 and 27, 2026

🕐 7:00 PM

📍 TNC - Teatre Nacional de Catalunya, Barcelona

🎟️ Free admission with preferential booking for season ticket holders

📖 Calders' Joyful Absurdity

Between words spoken, half-said, and perhaps made up, the tales of Pere Calders playfully challenge appearances, misunderstandings, and ordinary surprises. A journey through the wit of an author who understood that reality is strange enough that sometimes one only needs to recount it, or tell another story that mirrors it closely.

This performance moves far beyond a standard reading: spoken word and live music intertwine on stage to deliver an engaging and unique theatrical encounter.

🎭 The Series and the Company

Through "El meu clàssic", the Teatre Nacional de Catalunya revisits essential Catalan literary figures through fresh artistic formats. Dramaturgy and direction are by Jordi Oriol, performed by Laura Aubert, Jordi Oriol, and Carles Pedragosa.

ℹ️ Good to know: Performance in Catalan. Recommended for ages 16 and over. Advance booking with preference for season ticket holders.

✨ An invitation to rediscover the wit and everyday magic of Pere Calders.