Production by Cia Epigenia in Rio de Janeiro debuts with Tyller Antunes in the role of a cisgender woman, a milestone for inclusion in Brazilian theater
Actress and singer Tyller Antunes, known for her work in the award-winning musical “Brenda Lee and the Palace of the Princesses” by Núcleo Experimental, has just joined the cast of the play “O Alienista” by Cia de Teatro Epigenia in Rio de Janeiro. Under the direction of Gustavo Paso, the production premiered in Rio and now arrives in São Paulo with a new cast, standing out for including for the first time a transgender actress in the role of a cisgender woman.
At 31 years old and with a 14-year career, Tyller Antunes plays a cisgender woman, marking a significant step forward for inclusion in national theater. This achievement is celebrated both by Brazilian culture and theater and by the trans/transvestite community, as it opens up space for transgender actors to play cisgender roles.
“The Alienist” premiered in Santo André at the Maestro Flávio Florence Municipal Theater on June 6, 2024. The play also had performances in São Caetano do Sul at the Paulo Machado Municipal Theater, and continues on tour through ABC, with performances in Mauá, São Bernardo do Campo, Osasco, São Sebastião, Diadema and the end of the season in São Paulo.
Gustavo Paso, director of the play, is recognized for his innovative and inclusive productions. The current production of “The Alienist” reinforces its commitment to diversity and representation in theater, providing a platform for transgender artists like Tyller Antunes to showcase their talent in new contexts.
The inclusion of Tyller Antunes in the cast of “The Alienist” was received with enthusiasm by the theater community and the general public. This step symbolizes progress in the fight for equality and visibility for trans artists, reflecting a broader movement of acceptance and celebration of diversity in the cultural environment.
The tour of “The Alienist” through ABC and other regions of São Paulo is an unmissable opportunity for the public to witness this important production. Tyller Antunes’ work and Gustavo Paso’s direction together bring a new perspective and enrich the Brazilian theater scene with diversity and talent.
By Ezatamentchy
Source: Maxima
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