What’s on stage
«Amalia y el río» recreates the true story of Antonia «La Lirina», a resident of Olivenza who worked as a smuggler on the Extremaduran-Portuguese border, between Olivenza and Badajoz, from 1942 to 1964. The play portrays her as a strong, intelligent, witty, and astute woman who defended her dignity and right to work in a deeply patriarchal environment.
The production offers a glimpse into the smuggling stories of post-war and Francoist Spain, told from the perspective of a woman who made a living crossing the border.
Who’s performing
«Amalia y el río» is a production by the Extremaduran company Teatro Guirigai, featuring two characters on stage. Amalia moves between the present and the past as she relives her life. Opposite her is the Stone Man, a figure emerging from the protagonist’s memories who embodies patriarchal power and masculinity: he creates atmospheres, whispers, hums, and engages in dialogue with her.
How long it lasts
The performance of «Amalia y el río» lasts 75 minutes, according to the Teatre Patraix schedule. There are two shows: one on Saturday night and another on Sunday afternoon.
Check how to get there on the Teatre Patraix venue page.
