The Deceased, by Nelson Rodrigues - Summary
This source presents a critical analysis and a staging proposal for the play *A Falecida*, written by Nelson Rodrigues in 1953. The text explores the author's transition to the Carioca tragedy, highlighting how he uses elements of the subconscious, obsession, and the lower middle class to expose human nature. The plot focuses on Zulmira, a frustrated woman who, believing she will die, plans a lavish funeral as a form of social revenge, unaware that her husband will discover her infidelity. The stage proposal suggests a modern language, inspired by Umbanda rituals and the fervor of football, using an arena-style space. The document also includes the script of the first act and fragments of the following acts, detailing the dialogues and the dynamics between the characters. Through this work, the author seeks to unmask social hypocrisies through an aesthetic that mixes the grotesque with the sublime.