{"product_id":"9788490415009","title":"BRIGHT MASS. TOO BRIGHT","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMASSA BRILLANT. TOO BRIGHT\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis play by Oriol Puig Grau immerses the reader in a night that promises to be unforgettable, where friendship, ambition, and drag art intertwine in a vibrant competition. Through the story of Guillem and his best friend, who has spent months creating a spectacular dress for the Futuroa Drag Gala, the play explores the limits of personal brilliance and human relationships. With contemporary theatrical language and a plot charged with emotion, the text invites reflection on authenticity and the desire to stand out in a world that demands one be \"too bright.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe plot unfolds over a single decisive night. Guillem, the protagonist, finds himself at the center of a situation that combines the celebration of a wedding with the intensity of a drag competition. His best friend, Guillem’s boyfriend, has worked obsessively on making a dazzling dress with the goal of winning the audience award at the Futuroa Drag Gala. The play follows the preparations, tensions, and moments of intimacy that precede this event, revealing the deep motivations of each character. As the night progresses, the bonds of friendship, love, and the very perception of success are put to the test in a setting where external shine hides vulnerabilities and unexpressed desires.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMain Themes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eDrag culture and its artistic expression as a vehicle for identity and transformation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eFriendship and loyalty in contexts of high emotional and competitive pressure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe search for recognition and external validation versus personal authenticity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLove and romantic relationships in an environment of excess and expectations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCreative sacrifice and the effort behind the creation of an ephemeral work of art.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is it recommended for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis play is aimed at lovers of contemporary theater interested in narratives that explore sexual and gender diversity from a fresh, emotional perspective. It is also ideal for readers who enjoy stories centered on drag culture, the world of performance, and the dynamics of friendship and competition. Theater professionals, performing arts students, and followers of Oriol Puig Grau's work will find this text rich in dialogue and symbolism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book offers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAn immersion into the vibrant and complex universe of drag, with its codes and emotions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA reflection on the social pressure to stand out and be \"too bright\" in all aspects of life.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAn intimate portrait of human relationships when faced with ambition and the desire for recognition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA contemporary theatrical text that invites performance and scenic analysis.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA story that combines humor, tension, and tenderness over a single decisive night.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAuthor: PUIG GRAU, ORIOL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublisher: INSTITUTO ARTES ESCENICAS Y MUSICA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLanguage: Spanish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSubject: PLAYS, THEATRICAL TEXTS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCollection: CLASSIC THEATER TEXTS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eBinding: Paperback\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublication date: June 2024\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eNumber of pages: 166\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 220 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEditorial Review\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMASSA BRILLANT. TOO BRIGHT presents itself as a solid and current theatrical proposal that connects with the concerns of a young and diverse audience. Oriol Puig Grau succeeds in constructing a night charged with symbolism, where the shine of the drag dress becomes a metaphor for human aspirations and frailties. The play stands out for its ability to balance dramatic intensity with moments of levity, offering a text that works both for individual reading and for stage production. It is a well-judged recommendation for those seeking contemporary theater with a unique voice and sensitivity toward LGBTQ+ realities.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"INSTITUTO ARTES ESCENICAS Y MUSICA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53405073965403,"sku":"9788490415009","price":7.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/978849041500.jpg?v=1781822435","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9788490415009","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}