The renowned Argentine actor Hector Alterio was presented at the Queen Victoria Theatre in Madrid with his most recent show, entitled A little storywritten and directed by his great life partner, Angela Bacaicoa and accompanied on the piano by the musician Juan Esteban Cuacci. There he recalled the lyrics of the tangos that accompanied him since childhood, intertwined with writings by Jorge Luis Borges, Cátulo Castillo, Horacio Ferrer, Hamlet Lima Quintana and Eladia Blázquez. With this same story he performed in April of last year at the Teatro Astros in Buenos Aires in 12 performances that moved the Argentine public who embraced him with their applause.
During three special screenings, the actor delighted the audience with his deep connection to the characters he has played throughout his extensive career, in film and theater. The last screening took place last weekend, marking an emotional farewell, at least for the moment, from the stage. In an interview with TeleshowMinutes before going up to give his intimate show, Alterio reflected on the possibility of living in Buenos Aires.
“Definitely not, but I want to go there and do some laps. Would be wonderful. In that I accept now“, said the actor, one of the glories of acting in our country. This statement denotes the emotional attachment he maintains with his place, although living here is no longer part of his plans.
In the show A Little Story Alterio allowed himself to relive significant moments in his life and career. The melodies that accompany him throughout his career, many of them tangos that evoke his intimate relationship with his hometown, were an integral part of his presentation. When asked by Teleshow what the anthem of his life was, he responded without hesitation: “It’s a tango called Volver, which at the beginning says… ‘I guess the flickering of the lights that in the distance mark my return’“, the actor highlighted about the famous song that best reflects the moment he is living.
During the performances in Madrid, the audience had the opportunity to experience first-hand Alterio’s mastery and his intact ability to transmit emotions with just a look or a gesture, managing to captivate the audience at every moment of the performance. He embraces words and is not afraid of silence, he always rescues something small and transforms it into an unparalleled moment of enormous interpretive talent.
The notable neighborhood of Chacaritain Buenos Aires, is another central element in his life and remains a constant point of reference in his memories and in his performance. The streets of his neighborhood and his beloved Buenos Aires set the sentimental stage for many of his memories, which were shared with the audience during the show.
The actor’s farewell to the Madrid theater left an indelible mark on the audience, who showed their gratitude and admiration for the Argentine. The three performances were testimony to the affection and respect that the public of Madrid has this emblem of international cinema and theatre.
Hector Alterio He has left an indelible mark on each of the projects he has participated in, and continues to be a relevant and beloved figure in the world of entertainment. His ability to connect with the public and bring characters to life in a genuine and emotional way remains one of his main virtues.
Returning to his beloved Buenos Aires, a Spanish journalist once asked him “Haven’t you found your Buenos Aires in Madrid?. Very confident and proud, he was blunt in his response.Impossible, impossible”.
