La Compagnie sans Cesse Brings Copi's "L'Ombre de Venceslao" to Centre Paris Anim' Point du Jour
La Compagnie sans Cesse is presenting "L'Ombre de Venceslao," a theatrical work by Argentine author Copi, at the Centre Paris Anim' Point du Jour. The narrative unfolds in an Argentina grappling with ecological and political turmoil, as Venceslao manages two families and, following his wife's passing, retreats with his mistress Mechita into the jungle. His children, China and Rogelio, abandon their rural life for the capital. This piece is characterized as a dark comedy exploring themes of lineage and violence, drawing from Copi's personal encounters with Argentina's coups d'état. Founded in 2024 by Théo Urtubey and Claire Ballu, the company has previously backed productions like "Primal" and "Tout est dit," making "L'Ombre de Venceslao" their fourth offering.
Key facts
- La Compagnie sans Cesse presents "L'Ombre de Venceslao" at Centre Paris Anim' Point du Jour.
- The play is written by Argentine writer Copi and is partly autobiographical.
- Set in an Argentina on the edge of ecological and political chaos, it follows Venceslao, his mistress Mechita, and his children China and Rogelio.
- The company describes the work as a cruel, unhinged comedy about filiation and ordinary violence.
- The production is the fourth show by La Compagnie sans Cesse.
- La Compagnie sans Cesse was founded in 2024 by Théo Urtubey and Claire Ballu.
- Previous projects include "Primal," "Tout est dit," and "Putsch."
- The company sees laughter as a weapon of resistance against grotesque and absurd violence.
Entities
Artists
- Copi
- Théo Urtubey
- Claire Ballu
- Camille Richard
Institutions
- La Compagnie sans Cesse
- Centre Paris Anim' Point du Jour
- Artistikrezo
Locations
- Paris
- France
- Argentina