El príncep desmemoriat

A rondalla is a short popular narrative that originated from oral literature, combining elements of fantasy, legend, and real events. With a simple plot and flat characters, rondalles are universal due to their similarity across different cultures and local because they adapt to each community. Time and space are usually indefinite, and, being anonymous, they form part of the collective heritage.

El Príncep desmemoriat is the title of the early music and children’s dance show that Capella de Ministrers | Carles Magraner presents in collaboration with the dance company TransferMove | Toni Aparisi. This production blends dance, music, literature, and history, the core elements of this proposal by the ancient music group Capella de Ministrers.

The show is based on an adaptation of the rondalla “El príncep desmemoriat,” one of the 36 stories that form part of the 8 volumes of Rondalles Valencianes by Enric Valor. This collection of traditional Valencian tales is at the heart of the show, which stands out for its cultural richness.

In the kingdom of White Earth lived a rather clumsy prince. When he turned fifteen, during a hunting expedition, he got lost and was captured by the evil baronet of Soterroni. While imprisoned, the prince discovered a very special oriole with brilliant plumage…

Illumination design by Rober Corella
This free adaptation has been created by Àngels Campos.