Manifesto Poetico makes theatre where the abstraction of space, spirit of imagination, and essence of the collective are the basis of storytelling and emotional communication. We have developed a way of composing theatre that uses what we called SPATIAL DRAMATURGY.
We seek a constant creation of theatrical languages incorporating artistic and scientific disciplines as well as multi-cultural influences in order to make popular contemporary theatre that brings the language of the streets to the stage. We propose theatre for and with the people.
Manifesto Poetico puts this into practice in its original TransPoetico Productions (stage directions) and in their research and pedagogic work with The Laboratory.
Manifesto Poetico opens its laboratory several times a year to share and explore its ongoing research with participating artists.
The current state of the research explores the following territories: Spatial Dramaturgy: Theatrical Language, MaskPoetica: Contemporary Commedia dell’Arte, The Space of Comedy, Bouffon: At the Threshold of Consciousness, Contemporary Tragedy: In Search of Balance – In Search of Unity.
Manifesto Poetico is directed by Carlos García Estévez.
Manifesto Poetico
International laboratory of theatre research and creation founded and led by Carlos García Estévez—actor, stage director, pedagogue, and researcher with over 25 years of professional experience across Europe, the Americas, Africa and Asia.
A New Poetics of Theatre
We create theatre where space becomes narrative, imagination becomes structure, and the collective becomes the heart of storytelling. At the core of our work is a unique methodology we call Spatial Dramaturgy—a compositional approach that uses architecture, movement, rhythm, and gesture to shape new theatrical languages.
TransPoetico: Beyond the Literal
Our original works, called TransPoetico Productions, move beyond traditional storytelling. They explore the symbolic, the subconscious, and the poetic, engaging audiences in a visceral dialogue that transcends words. Each creation is an invitation to see, feel, and understand in new ways.
Theatre for and with the People
Theatre for and with the People. Manifesto Poetico merges artistic and scientific disciplines, drawing from multicultural traditions and the language of the streets to create contemporary popular theatre. We develop work that is rooted in human experience, while aiming to reflect and transform the world we share.
The Laboratory
Manifesto Poetico opens its research laboratory several times a year to artists from around the world. These sessions offer deep dives into theatrical exploration, emphasizing the development of new languages through collaborative, embodied research.
Our current research territories include: Spatial Dramaturgy: Theatrical Language, MaskPoetica: Contemporary Commedia dell’Arte, The Space of Comedy, Bouffon: At the Threshold of Consciousness, Contemporary Tragedy: In Search of Balance – In Search of Unity; Architecture of Gestures.
Join Us
Whether as a performer, researcher, or curious creator, you are welcome to join our evolving exploration.
Discover how theatre can move beyond the stage—and into the poetic architecture of human experience.
👉 Learn more about Open Laboratories
👉 Explore our TransPoetico Productions
👉 Meet our Artistic Director
👉 Connect with us
