El Pacto del Olvido
The amnesty law («El Pacto del Olvido ») of 1977, which was passed after the death of dictator Francisco Franco, prevented the crimes committed during his 40-year dictatorship from being dealt with in court. This institutionalised forgetting still has an impact on Spanish society today and leaves behind an incomplete national history. A history that perpetuates the survival and dominance of the narrative of the victors. How do we deal with the past? Who tells it, how is it told and what language do we use to describe what happened?
In his production, Sergi Casero Nieto not only poses the big social questions. He also places them in the context of his own family history: «Why do I hardly know anything about my grandmother's past?» Through an auto-fictional narrative, personal experiences, reports and documents collected during the research are combined with memories and oral traditions. In this way, Casero Nieto argues in favour of collecting different perspectives. He shows the limits of collective silence and questions the "official" narratives of history.
Following the performance of El Pacto del Olvido on 26 May, there will be a discussion with the artist at 21:30.
In his work, Sergi Casero Nieto examines the use of performance as a means of presenting research, paying particular attention to the design of scenographic means. Historical information becomes physically present in his work by engaging with counter-narratives such as oral testimonies or collective memory.
Easy Read
There was a problematic law in Spain. It prevented the crimes of Franco's dictatorship from being uncovered and punished. Sergi tells us what this meant for his own family.
Relaxed Performance
The performances are Relaxed Performances. The audience space is not completely darkened. During the performance there are short moments of darkness. There are no loud noises. The audience is allowed leave the room and come back in during the performance. The audience is not expected to sit completely still. Babies and children are welcome. There are some alternative seating options (wedges, cushions, etc.) available There are beanbags in the front row, which can be reserved via the ticket system.
The performance lasts 1 hour 15 minutes, there is no interval.
For people with mobility disabilities
Tojo Theater is accessible barrier-free. There are paving stones and some small ramps on the way to the auditorium. The theatre has a barrier-free toilet.
Surtitles etc.
The Spanish spoken text is surtitled in German and English. The surtitles do not contain additional info on sounds or music.
Special Check-In
At auawirleben you have the option of a Special Check-In. If for any reason you would like to avoid the crowded foyer, require a specific seat, need any mobility assistance or would like to be picked up at the bus station, please contact us in advance (checkin@auawirleben.ch). Someone from the team will accompany you according to your needs.
Access Friend
At Tojo Theater you will find an Access Friend before, during and after the performances. This person is marked with a purple waistcoat. If you have any questions about accessibility or need assistance, please turn to the Access Friend.
Social Story
Social stories are used as a tool to prepare people for a social event such as a theatre performance. In our Social Stories, you will find a description for each performance, what situation to expect at the venue and what customs apply there. You can find the (German) Social Story of «El Pacto del Olvido» as PDF here.
- Concept & Direction
- Sergi Casero Nieto
- Artistic collaboration & dramaturgical support
- Mónica Molins Duran
- Production assistant
- Elsa Casanova Sampé
- Light Design
- Sergi Casero Nieto, Miguel Angel Ruz Velasco
- Costume Design
- Sara Clemente
- Distribution
- Domenico Garofalo
Production: Centrale Fies / Live Works