Postigo, Alejandro ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7922-8953 (2023) Copla: a Spanish cabaret. [Performance]

Abstract

'Copla: A Spanish Cabaret' is a celebration of Spain’s vibrant cultural and political history, brought to life with a queer twist. Practically unknown in England, Copla is the dramatic, heartfelt music that defined Spain’s early musicals and resonates deeply with anyone who loves laughing, crying, and singing along to divas and their melodramatic tales. Once repressed under Franco’s dictatorship, Copla is now reborn with bold energy, blending humor, raw emotion, and irresistible tunes. This cabaret isn’t just a performance, it’s a journey through the joys and struggles of queer migrant life: living far from home, translating childhood musical memories, and reclaiming foreignness through music.

Performance History:
2025, Assembly Underground (Edinburgh Festival Fringe)
2025, Teatro Socjale, Ravenna, Italy (Polis Festival)
2025, The Other Palace, London (ACE funded run, Off West End Nomination)
Performing to +1000 audiences. Documented outputs with 300+ participants available.
2024, Cockpit Theatre, London (Voila! Europe)
2024, Ireland Institute, International Dublin Gay Theatre Fest (Intercultural Dialogue Award)
2024, Union Theatre, London (Vaults Festival)
2023, Riverside Studios, London (Festelón)
2023, Kings Head Theatre, London, UK

EXAMPLES OF PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT: https://www.coplacabaret.com/public-engagement

Item Type:	Performance
Related URLs:	https://www.coplacabaret.com/public-enga...
Depositing User:	Alejandro Postigo
Date Deposited:	16 Apr 2025 10:14
Last Modified:	03 Jun 2025 11:31
URI:	https://repository.uwl.ac.uk/id/eprint/13467

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