MXThe article discusses the play 'El charco inútil' by David Desola, which explores themes of grief and madness as alternative realities. Directed by Ruby Tagle, the play features three characters—a mother who lost her child, two professors—and examines how individuals cope with loss and how personal pain becomes spectacle in modern society. The work is inspired by real events, including the 2004 Madrid bombings and an incident where a student attacked a teacher. Tagle describes the play as contemporary and relevant, reflecting how society handles personal tragedies through media exposure, particularly in the age of social networks. The play runs from July 23 to August 30 at the Helénico Theatre.
Bias read (Center): While the play deals with sensitive topics like grief and societal treatment of tragedy, the article presents a balanced discussion of the artistic and thematic elements without overtly favoring any political stance. It focuses on the narrative and director’s interpretation rather than taking a pole
