YERMA

She is a well-known artist from Bilbao. Her husband, a successful businessman. Her sister, a woman who has been hit hard by life. Her mum, the woman who never hugged her... Her ex was someone with whom she could have had children.

This could be a short summary of Yerma, which the Basque theatre group La Dramática Errante is staging at the Festival de Otoño. They were honoured with the Max Award for Best Adaptation at last year’s Festival. Ane Pikaza and María Goiricelaya, the duo who make up the theatre company, give an extraordinary view of Federico García Lorca's Yerma.

A Yerma that does not include any of Lorca's words but still pays homage to the original work with respect, honesty, and truth. Is it possible to offer it as written today? Yes, it is possible, and here is the evidence. Motherhood can be seen as a longing or an intangible idea, a promise, or a hope...

This is La Dramática Errante's debut at the Festival de Otoño. The Basque theatre company is widely recognised for their highly creative plays that put the spotlight on social issues. They view their theatre as a medium that inspires reflection and social change. La Dramática Errante has gained a significant following on stage because of their commitment to creating plays from scratch and their unique approach to storytelling.