Three-Word Poem about Loss

Abstract

Three Word Poem About Loss, a contemporary zarzuela about Departure, Insomnia and Oblivion, by Teatro de Nieve. That is the paradox of life; in an overcrowded world, the human being has always felt alone. And lost. Our dreams have been distorted by the absence of our beloved ones. Presence leads to loss. And the only healing for loss is oblivion. Combining poetry, song, music and dance, ‘Three Word Poem...’ was the first Opera by composer Sergio Camacho to be staged in the UK, in partnership with director Luis Ortega, and in collaboration with the artistic team of the Newcastle-based company Teatro de Nieve. Renovating the Spanish genre of zarzuela, this contemporary work self-defines as an Ópera Chica. It was commissioned by the SAGE Gateshead, to be presented as part of the SOUND 07 programme. This two-act version was presented by Teatro de Nieve at the Caedmon Hall, as a featured act of VAMOS Festival. As a unique blend of feelings, textures and colours, ‘Three Word Poem...’ is the desperate call from a broken woman on her personal journey through the loss of her husband; from the departure, through her insomnia, to oblivion. And the Moon, from her eternal snow theatre, looks down to our small tribulations. And keeps quiet.