Metropolis - Promised Lands

Promised Lands – Metropolis uses the theatrical language to narrate the changing contemporary society, starting from the observation of reality, with attention to those social themes that are relevant to the creation of a shared European identity. The project is divided into various phases with its final moment being the writing and staging of unique and original acts co-produced by young European artists. Centred on the migration topic, it starts from a reflection on the development of a city under the action of migratory forces – including social, anthropological and urban changes – with the involvement of migrant artists. It is a format linking theatrical training, study of the reality and social inclusion, with a strong impact on the cultural and social dimension. The realisation of the project will actively involve, in each partner-country, charities, humanitarian camps, local associations and entities operating in migration-related contexts. The project also includes the realisation of workshops, "performative interviews", events, seminars, conferences and shows that will take place in conventional and non-conventional venues, so to attract and involve a new type of audience among migrants and people living in distressed areas. Finally, a documentary will illustrate the various creation phases and the development of the project.