Trial of Hamlet: An unprecedented theatrical experience with sold-out shows

A groundbreaking theatrical production, 'Hamlet, continúe,' is bringing William Shakespeare's iconic character to the courtroom, offering a unique experience where the Danish prince himself faces trial. The performance, created by Catalan director Roger Bernat and Swiss playwright Yan Duyvendak, has already completed 200 shows worldwide and is set to captivate audiences in Buenos Aires.

The production draws inspiration from the third act of Hamlet, specifically the scene where the prince mistakenly kills Polonius. It then focuses on a young man accused of murdering his uncle, who had previously killed his father. This classic drama transforms into a living, performative legal case, with the question of the protagonist's guilt or innocence being decided in real-time by the audience and a panel of actual legal professionals.

Judges, defense attorneys, prosecutors, and forensic experts, all real-life practitioners from the judicial system, participate in the performance. Some of these professionals are members of Paraíso Club, an associative initiative that supports innovative stage proposals. Others required special permission from the Supreme Court to participate in this thought-provoking production.

For the performances in Buenos Aires, Graciana Peñafort will serve as Hamlet's defense attorney on Friday, while constitutional lawyer Ricardo Gil Lavedra, a former judicial official, will take on the role on Saturday. The production emphasizes that the same defense attorneys cannot present twice to avoid any procedural irregularities, ensuring a fresh perspective for each trial.