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An epistolary relationship between the Belgian novelist Amélie Nothomb and an American soldier stationed in the Iraq War, Melvin Mapple, serves as the starting point for this play. Through their letters, the soldier reveals how he has transformed his body, gaining 100 kilos in response to the horror of the battlefield, turning his own fat into his personal creation.
The play proposes a revision of the Frankenstein story, exploring the relationship between body and mind, writing and reality, and the creative obsession. It is a profound reflection on the monstrosity that dwells within us and the need for the other to endure existence.
Practical information
- Price: 20 euros.
- Discounts:
- Club Cultura: 16 euros (maximum two tickets per card, until November 21, 2026).
- Under 30s: 5 euros (must provide ID at the box office on the day of the event, subject to availability).
- Sales: Centro Niemeyer box office or through their official website.
- Youth Cultural Bonus: Applicable only at the physical box office.
Artistic credits
- Original text: Amélie Nothomb
- Creation, dramaturgy, and performance: Juan Ceacero and Isabelle Stoffel
- Direction: Juan Ceacero
- Production: La Compañía exlímite, Recycled Illusions, and Arteico