LAS AMARGAS LÁGRIMAS DE PETRA VON KANT
Las amargas lágrimas de Petra von Kant: A Masterpiece of Power and Passion
Experience a profound exploration of obsession and emotional dominance this season. Pentación Espectáculos and Nave 10 Matadero bring Rainer Werner Fassbinder’s legendary work, Las amargas lágrimas de Petra von Kant, to the Teatro Cervantes in Málaga. This production serves as a highlight of the 43rd Theater Festival. Director Rakel Camacho provides a refreshing and visually charged version of this European classic.
A Stormy Tale of Toxic Love
The story follows Petra von Kant, a successful designer who recently separated from her second husband. She lives with Marlene, her secretary and submissive companion. Everything changes when Petra meets Karin, an opportunistic young woman from a humble background. Petra falls desperately in love and promises to transform Karin into an international model. Consequently, the two women begin a stormy relationship defined by sickness and obsession.
Fassbinder’s Transgressive Vision
Written in 1971, this play belongs to the most brilliant period of Rainer Werner Fassbinder. He was one of the most transgressive figures in both theater and cinema. Fassbinder effectively revitalized the Brechtian legacy with elements of North American melodrama. This purely female universe portrays the bitter reality of romantic heartbreak. Furthermore, the narrative uses silence and ellipsis to explore deep themes of loneliness and domination.
A Stellar Cast in Málaga
The production features an incredible ensemble, including Ana Torrent and María Luisa San José. These actresses bring to life a story about the toxic need for acceptance. In short, you should not miss this intense 85-minute journey into the complexities of human relationships.
Event Highlights
- Dates: Saturday, January 17, and Sunday, January 18, 2026.
- Time: 8:00 PM (Saturday) and 7:00 PM (Sunday).
- Duration: 1 hour and 25 minutes (no intermission).
- Ticket Prices: €36 (Zone A), €27 (Zone B), €20 (Zone C), and €12 (Zone D).
