The Man from the Bench

Experience 'The Man from the Bench', a compelling and socially resonant theatrical piece written by acclaimed Spanish playwright Lorenzo Segura. At its heart lies a quiet, recurring ritual: every Thursday, a woman and a man meet on an ordinary park bench. Through tender, reflective dialogue, she gradually reveals her inner world—vulnerable, searching, alive—while he remains enigmatic, his face obscured, his identity veiled in mystery. This production masterfully blends live acting with original live music and evocative audiovisual projections, transforming the simple bench into a stage for profound human connection. Starring Isabel Verdejo and Salva Monleón—two of Spain’s most nuanced contemporary performers—the play has been praised at festivals across Valencia and Murcia for its poetic minimalism and urgent social sensitivity. More than theatre, it’s an invitation to pause, listen, and reflect on intimacy, anonymity, and presence in an age of constant distraction. Tickets: €10.