Panormos Officina Artistica is pleased to present “Integral Therapy”, by Marc Angelet and Cristina Clemente in the translation by Pino Tierno. In an absolute preview in Palermo, on Tuesday 10 December at 9pm, the curtain rises on a reading directed by Michela Andreozzi who plays it together with Pino Quartullo, Michele Savoia and Stefania Mulè. Combined with the show, a masterclass will also be held on 9 and 10 December for actors, or aspiring actors, who will enjoy the opportunity to participate by living an extraordinary immersive experience as protagonists.
The 2024/2025 “Trame e miraggi” theater review, organized by Panormos Officina Artistica in collaboration with L’Incanto di Iris and Spazio Cultura, is embellished with a one-of-a-kind event. “Integral therapy” brings to the stage the baking wizard Toni Roca, who has been giving courses to teach how to make bread for over ten years. You just need to feel good about yourself. A somewhat heterodox method through which he professes his belief: “We are the bread we make”. The students with him, moreover, not only knead the dough and check the baking, but also confess, cry, laugh, shout and free themselves… What can come out of it is always unpredictable, especially this time. In fact, three “students” have signed up for the course who, in terms of interests, characters and lifestyles, could not be more different.
“The challenge of a scenic reading is its very limit, which can become – explains Michela Andreozzi – the greatest ally of a mise en espace: what is movement is transformed into allusion, what is object is synthesized into symbol, the script becomes protagonist and the fragile and uncertain sense of the work in progress changes into emotion. I have always liked to have fun within imposed boundaries: in the bell drawn on the ground in the courtyard, within the rules of role-playing games, under the roof. of a certain budget on a set. The limit fuels my creativity, forcing me to… prepare a dinner with what I have in the pantry – paraphrasing the text that talks about a bizarre course to learn how to make bread, held by a cooking star , the reading is for me the taste of a staging: an aperitif, an appetizer, an amuse-bouche. Pleasant, appetizing and rich even if not filling. The ingredients for a good result are: script armored, strong actors, capacity for synthesis and allusion. Everything there is – concludes the director – in the recipe of ‘Integral Therapy'”.
The play takes place over the short period of a weekend in which a chef known for his bread, Toni, teaches three students, Nora, Bruno and Laura, very different from each other, the secrets of perfect bread, but also some survival techniques. Toni is a baker and a guru, Nora an obsessive compulsive cardiologist, Bruno a braggart and Laura a shy catechist. Perhaps. In this slice of life, outside of life itself, no one is really who they say they are, perhaps because cooking brings to light who we really are. Regardless, it’s a successful bread.
La masterclass
“Integral therapy” is the splendid performance of four artists who, on Monday 9 December from 3pm to 5pm and Tuesday 10 December from 3pm to 6pm, will hold the masterclass for actors, or aspiring actors. An exciting journey that will lead to investigating and discovering what aspects need to be taken care of before a performance on stage. Taking the participants by the hand will be Pino Quartullo, honorary president of Panormos Officina Artistica, with his considerable experience as a director, screenwriter, actor and dubber; Michela Andreozzi, director, actress, screenwriter, playwright, writer and radio host; Michele Savoia, director and actor very active in theater and cinema, as well as on TV; Stefania Mulè, actress, singer and theater director with versatile talent. An enveloping immersive experience which, starting from actor training, will evolve almost immediately into the preparation tests for the reading.
The masterclass and “Integral therapy” will take place at the Teatro Apparte in Palermo (via Antonio Furitano, 5). The show, scheduled for December 10th at 9pm, is part of the 2024/2025 “Trame e miraggi” exhibition, created thanks to Panormos Officina Artistica in collaboration with L’Incanto di Iris and Spazio Cultura.
Full subscription (promo for 120 euros instead of 140, for a total of 13 performances). Mini subscription 4+4 (85 euros for 8 performances: 4 chosen by the purchaser and 4 by the organization). Promo 5 shows from 29/11 to 4/1 (55 euros). And then again: 4 shows (46 euros); 3 shows (36 euros); 2 shows (25 euros). Single tickets average 15 euros per show (depending on the staging). Both season tickets and show tickets can also be purchased online via the link. For further information and reservations you can contact the numbers 091 8545217 / 091 7465443 (WhatsApp only) or send an email to info@panormos.info.
**Given the play’s focus on self-discovery through bread-making, what specific techniques might participants in the masterclass learn to connect their own personal experiences and emotions to their performance?**
## World Today News Interview: “Integral Therapy” – A Theatrical Exploration
**Introduction:**
Welcome to World Today News, where we explore the intersection of art, life, and community. Today, we delve into the intriguing world of ”Integral Therapy,” a theatrical production coming to Palermo. Joining me today are two distinguished guests:
* **Michela Andreozzi,** the director of ”Integral Therapy,” known for her innovative approach to scenic readings.
* **Pino Quartullo**, a renowned actor, director, screenwriter, and honorary president of Panormos Officina Artistica, the organization behind this production.
**Section 1: The Power of “Integral Therapy”**
* **Interviewer:** Michela, your description of “Integral Therapy” as a “taste of staging” is fascinating. Can you elaborate on this idea? What unique experiences does this theatrical format offer audiences, especially compared to a full production?
* **Interviewer:** Pino, Toni Roca’s character, with his unconventional approach to bread-making as a form of therapy, seems incredibly engaging. What drew you to this project, and what do you believe audiences will take away from Toni’s unconventional methods?
**Section 2: Characters & Conflict**
* **Interviewer:** The article mentions that the play features three uniquely different characters brought together by Toni’s workshop. Can you tell us more about these characters and the potential conflicts that might arise from their contrasting personalities?
* **Interviewer:** Michela, you mentioned that “cooking brings to light who we really are.” How does the setting of a bread-making workshop serve as a platform for exploring deeper themes of identity and self-discovery?
**Section 3: The Masterclass Opportunity:**
* **Interviewer:** This production goes beyond the stage with a masterclass for aspiring actors. Pino, what valuable insights and tools can participants expect to gain from this immersive experience?
* **Interviewer:** Michela, you bring a diverse range of experience to the masterclass, from theater to radio hosting. How will your multifaceted background inform your approach to guiding these emerging artists?
**Section 4: Engaging the Community:**
* **Interviewer:** Panormos Officina Artistica is known for its community engagement. How does “Integral Therapy” and the collaborating organizations, L’Incanto di Iris and Spazio Cultura, aim to connect with the people of Palermo?
* **Interviewer:** What message do you hope audiences will take away from “Integral Therapy,” and how do you believe this production will contribute to the cultural landscape of Palermo?
**Conclusion:**
We thank Michela Andreozzi and Pino Quartullo for sharing their insights on “Integral Therapy.” We encourage our viewers to attend this unique theatrical experience and participate in the masterclass. For ticketing information and further details, please visit World Today News website.
