Description
And time burns on your skin
Book summary
This play by Sebastián Moreno immerses us in the activist struggle against HIV through the eyes of Simón, a character who embodies the urgency and pain of a generation. The reader will find a theatrical text of great emotional intensity that, far from being a mere historical testimony, becomes a cry of resistance and a reclamation of memory. The play explores the impossibility of saving everyone, but also the strength of the small battles won, offering a reflection on community support and the fight against stigma.
What is it about?
The play focuses on the figure of Simón, a character who represents all those affected by HIV whom activism could not save or offer a dignified death. Through his story, the plot delves into the work of the ACT UP BCN collective, a group of activists who fought against misinformation, institutional abandonment, and social judgment. The synopsis presents an emotional journey where, despite the inevitable losses, fundamental small battles are won: ensuring that the message of support and non-discrimination reached those who needed it most. It is a text that combines the rawness of reality with the hope of collective action.
Main themes
- Activism and the fight against HIV/AIDS.
- Historical memory and collective mourning.
- Social stigma and discrimination.
- Community support and resistance.
- The search for a dignified death.
Who is it recommended for?
It is recommended for readers interested in contemporary social-themed theater, as well as those who wish to understand the history of LGBTQ+ activism and the fight against HIV. It will also be of great value to performing arts students and theater professionals looking for texts with a strong political and emotional commitment. It is a work for those who value memory and reclamation through fiction.
What this book offers
- An intimate and human perspective on activism against HIV, away from grand historical narratives.
- A theatrical text of great dramatic power, ideal for reading or performance.
- A reflection on the importance of community and mutual support in times of crisis.
- Visibility for the work of collectives like ACT UP BCN, essential in the fight against the HIV pandemic.
- A tool for memory and a tribute to those who could not be saved.
Technical specifications
- Author: Moreno, Sebastián
- Publisher: El Toro Celeste
- Language: Spanish
- Topic: PLAYS, THEATRICAL TEXTS
- Collection: LA CALDERONA
- Binding: Paperback
- Publication date: October 2024
- Number of pages: 140
- Weight: 252 g
Editorial review
And time burns on your skin is a necessary work that manages to channel the rage and pain of activism into a moving and direct theatrical text. Sebastián Moreno constructs a narrative that, starting from a collective experience, achieves a powerful individual resonance. Its main value lies in not shying away from the emotional complexity of the fight against HIV, offering both the testimony of loss and the celebration of resistance. It is a recommended read for anyone looking for committed theater with historical consciousness.