La colla d'en Pep Mata; o, "Els martirs de l'Inquisició" : Sainet by Iglesias
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"La colla d'en Pep Mata; o, 'Els martirs de l'Inquisició': Sainet" by Ignasi Iglésias is a theatrical play written in the early 20th century. This work is a satirical comedy that explores themes of love, ambition, and societal norms within the context of a small Catalan town. The play is set during contemporary times, reflecting the cultural and artistic tensions of the period. The story revolves around Pep Mata, the enthusiastic director
of a local theatre group, who is eagerly preparing to stage a controversial play titled "Els martirs de l'Inquisició." Among the colorful cast of characters, including the talented but young Enriqueta Vallès and the temperamental Constança, the interactions are filled with comedic moments and struggles related to artistic aspirations and personal relationships. As the opening night approaches, tensions rise when the local authorities intervene, threatening to ban the performance due to its provocative content. In a comedic climax, Pep and his friends must navigate their desires and fears while dealing with the challenges of staging their production and maintaining their dignity as amateur actors. As the curtain falls, the play leaves the audience reflecting on the value of art and the nature of resistance against oppressive authority. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Iglesias, Ignasi, 1871-1928 |
|---|---|
| Title | La colla d'en Pep Mata; o, "Els martirs de l'Inquisició" : Sainet |
| Original Publication | Barcelona: Tip. "L'avenç", 1908. |
| Credits | editor digital: Joan Queralt Gil |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 72.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | Catalan |
| LoC Class | PC: Language and Literatures: Romance languages: Italian, French, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Catalan drama |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 74729 |
| Release Date | Nov 12, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 276 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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