
Albano
Using mythological and philosophical places, and exploring the character of Albano Beirão, Rui Paixão questions his place as a clown, but also that of the audience as an audience and, eventually, as a clown too. We all have a sense (and fear) of ridicule, but perhaps it is possible to find reasons to laugh in discomfort. By taking off, not putting on, the mask. In this creation, premiered in 2021, Rui Paixão confronts the viewer with stereotypical images that are part of our imagination when we talk about clowns, turning them around by adulterating and confronting them with texts and intentions that expand the meaning of the word “clown”.
Artistic dossier
Technical rider
TEAM & CREDITS
Artistic Direction, Concept and Interpretation: Rui Paixão
Set Design and Props: Cristóvão Neto
Lighting Design and Technical Direction: Manuel Abrantes
External View and Dramaturgical Development: António Oliveira
Sound Design: Diogo Melo
A creation by Rui Paixão / Holy Clowns
Production House: Produção d'Fusão
Booking: Produção d'Fusão and Inês Le Gué | jardin&cour (FR, BE, SW)
Co-production: 23 Milhas, HELM, Fira Tárrega, Subtopia and Holy Clowns

CALENDAR
December 5, 2025 > Teatro José Lúcio da Silva, Leiria (Portugal)