Anonymous Biography - "Memories" (English)
Watch "Memories," the fifth and final episode of Anonymous Biography: The Arguments of Juan José Saer!
A new episode will be released every day the week of August 30, 2021. Watch the whole series: • Anonymous Biography: The Arguments of Juan...
Acclaimed director Johanna McKeon (the Globe’s Noura) crafts a one-of-a-kind virtual theatrical event from the short fiction of award-winning Argentinian writer Juan José Saer, one of the greats of international literature. This solo performance presents a collection of characters whose separate perceptions, insights, and feelings come together to illuminate the human experience that connects us all. Originating through the Globe’s What Is Theatre Now? initiative, Anonymous Biography brings to life Saer’s captivating prose to create an intimate filmed experience that explores the mystery and beauty of everyday life. It will be performed in both the original Spanish and also English translation by Rey Lucas.
From the fiction of Juan José Saer, with an English translation by Roanne Kantor, and directed by Johanna McKeon, this world premiere play will star Rey Lucas (Globe’s Water by the Spoonful). This free digital production will be available to stream soon through The Old Globe’s YouTube channel.
Anonymous Biography is generously sponsored in part by Bank of America. Virtual programs at The Old Globe are supported in part by The Conrad Prebys Foundation. Financial support is provided by The City of San Diego. The Theodor and Audrey Geisel Fund provides leadership support for The Old Globe’s year-round activities.