The magic of “The Neverending Story” comes to life at the Teatre Apolo in Barcelona and the city prepares to immerse itself in an exciting musical and fantastic adventure.
This production comes to Barcelona from November 22, 2023 to April 2024 with a local cast and a display of animatronics that promises to transport audiences to a fantasy world.
One of the most outstanding features of this adaptation of “The Neverending Story” is the use of animatronics to bring to life the magical creatures that inhabit Michael Ende’s world.
Fújur, the lucky white dragon, is one of the most iconic characters in the novel, weighing 600 kilograms in this production.
But he is not the only one, as creatures such as Vetusta Morla, the giant tortoise and other beings such as the giant tortoise, the Artax horse and the Rock Eater also come to life in an impressive way thanks to animatronics.
Behind these impressive creations is a team of 30 people who have worked for more than three months to bring these fantasy creatures to life.
In addition, 94 natural hair wigs were made and more than 200 costume changes were prepared for this large-scale production.
Music is a fundamental element in any theatrical production. The original soundtrack is the work of Iván Macías and features 16 musical themes that enrich the experience of the play.
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One of the most exciting surprises of this production is the local cast of 30 performers on stage, including 14 children. This adds a special touch of authenticity and connection to the Barcelona community.
The artistic director of the play, Federico Barrios Fierro, mentions that this production is like “The Neverending Story 2.0”, as it incorporates animatronics and allows for greater interaction with the audience. This adaptation seeks to further immerse viewers in the story’s world of fantasy and excitement.
The plot of “The Neverending Story” is an epic adventure that follows Atreyu, a brave warrior sent by the Childlike Empress to save her world from the Nothing, a dark force that threatens to destroy everything.
The story is discovered by Bastian, a reading-loving boy who immerses himself in the exciting adventures of Atreyu.
Magic, music and color
Fantastic beings, witches, night sylphs, rock-eating giants and flying dragons fill the pages and scenery of this marvelous work. “The Neverending Story” is a celebration of imagination and an invitation to believe in the magic of books.
“The Neverending Story” is a reminder that sometimes, stories can transcend the pages and take us to unimaginable places.
