Year 2023. The Persian Gulf. An elderly, exiled emeritus king yearns for the taste of his distant, beloved homeland. He arranges a lavish party on a luxurious yacht to enjoy a delectable paella at sea. Journalists, friends, companions, sheikhs, and family members are all invited. What could possibly go wrong? A journey to nowhere.
A candid and unflinching review of the life of Juan Carlos I and the last 50 years of Spain. A Shakespearean tragedy of a King in exile that brings to the stage ghosts of the past, decisions, regrets, and pride. What happened for it to end this way?
Albert Boadella directs Ramón Fontseré and the Joglars ensemble ten years after their last project together. Incisive, mordant, and always elegant, Europe’s oldest private theatre company returns. With The King that was, they once again play the role of a troupe that places the audience face to face with the political and social evolution of their country.
The team
Direction: Albert Boadella.
Scenic Design: Joglars.
Cast: Ramón Fontseré, Pilar Sáenz, Dolors Tuneu, Martí Salvat, Javier Villena, Bruno López-Linares.
Costume Design: Pilar Sáenz.
Lighting Design: Bernat Jansá.
Sound Design: David Angulo.
Passes
14/06/2025 7:00 PM
15/06/2025 7:00 PM
Prices
13-26€ /discounts
Friends of Arriaga:25% DISCOUNT.
Groups, youth, seniors over 65, unemployed, large families, theater professionals and individuals with disabilities over 33%:
20% DISCOUNT.
Youth quota:
tickets at €5, limited quota*.
Last minute for groups (except Friends):
50% DISCOUNT.
Last minute for Gaztea Friend:
70% DISCOUNT.
People with disabilities in wheelchairs: