Corrientes street: the best theater shows on the bill

Cast: Guillermo Francella, Andrea Frigerio, Martín Seefeld and ensemble. Directed by Marcos Carnevale.

Being There, based on the novel by Jerzy Kosinski, marks Guillermo Francella’s highly anticipated return to Corrientes Avenue. The play follows Chance Gardiner, a naïve man who, after living in isolation his entire life, is suddenly thrust into a society that mistakes his simplicity for wisdom. Through a series of misunderstandings, he becomes an influential figure within high society and politics. With dark humor and a critical lens, the production reflects on the power of appearances and the superficiality of public discourse. A timely satire that leaves an open question: idiot or sage?

Where: Teatro Metropolitan. Tickets, here.

Starring Ricardo Darín and Andrea Pietra. Directed by Norma Aleandro.

An absolute highlight of the Buenos Aires theater scene. The reunion of Ricardo Darín and Andrea Pietra with local audiences was one of the major milestones of the past year, and it now bids farewell to Buenos Aires, confirming it is more than just theater: it’s an event. Based on Ingmar Bergman’s classic, and under Norma Aleandro’s precise and intimate direction, the play explores the light and shadow of love, becoming a moving mirror of human relationships.

Where: Teatro Coliseo. Tickets, here.

Starring Lizzy Tagliani, Miguel Ángel Rodríguez, Julieta Nahir Calvo and cast. Directed by Mariano Demaría.

Broadway’s most beloved musical arrives in Buenos Aires with a large-scale production that tells the story of little orphan Annie, whose unstoppable optimism transforms the life of an eccentric millionaire. Featuring iconic songs and a story that celebrates chosen family, the show blends emotion, humor, and a dazzling staging.

Where: Teatro Broadway. Tickets, here.

Starring Sofía Gala Castiglione, Marita Ballesteros, Enrique Amido and Camila Marino Alfonsín. Directed by Anahí Berneri.

A mother gets lost in a place without a name. In his carpentry workshop, the father seems to have found in wood his only form of connection. Between their homes—just eight blocks apart—the daughter acts as a bridge: carrying food, photos, furniture, and envelopes of money, trying to hold together what is falling apart. Her task is titanic: to piece back together the fragments of a life split in two.

Where: Teatro Astros. Tickets, here.

Starring Fer Dente, Alejandra Radano and cast. Directed by Laura Oliva, Damián Mahler and Eugenia Gil Rodríguez.

Stephen Sondheim’s masterpiece arrives with a dream team of Argentine musical theater, led by Fer Dente and Alejandra Radano. With humor and irony, the story follows Bobby, a bachelor who, upon turning 35, begins to question commitment, loneliness, and social pressure around marriage, in a modern and vibrant version that explores contemporary relationships with intelligence and sensitivity.

Where: Teatro El Nacional Sancor Seguros. Tickets, here.

Starring Carola Reyna. Directed by Paula Herrera Nóbile.

An intimate story about a woman traveling to Japan for the first time to visit her son, who has chosen to settle there. Immersed in a culture as fascinating as it is unfamiliar, she confronts an essential question: who is she now? What unfolds is a delicate and reflective emotional journey about motherhood, identity, and personal transformation.

Where: Teatro Picadero. Tickets, here.

Starring Eugenia Tobal, Carla Conte, Manuela Pal, Mica Riera and cast. Directed by Marcelo Caballero.

What begins as a school meeting to solve the mystery of a ruined costume quickly spirals into hilarious chaos. A comedy that sharply portrays the world of parents’ WhatsApp groups, where secrets, rivalries, and accusations explode when the virtual chat becomes real. A biting satire on how we communicate and confront each other today.

Where: Teatro Multitabaris. Tickets, here.

Starring Matías Asenjo, Lucía Macías Palkiewicz, Marcos Franchi and cast. Directed by Pepe Cibrián.

The first major Argentine musical created by Pepe Cibrián returns to the stage as a statement of principles. Premiered in 1978, when many believed there was no room in the country for big dreams, the show became an act of artistic rebellion and a milestone in national musical theater. With a question that resonates across generations—what does it mean to dream in a country that moves against the wind?—the production reclaims creation as an act of resistance and love for one’s roots.

Where: Teatro Regina. Tickets, here.

Starring Martín Bossi, Gustavo Bermúdez and Laurita Fernández. Directed by Marcos Carnevale.

A group of friends hosts weekly dinners to mock the “dumbest” guest of the night. But when Pablo Barrantes brings Francisco Pignon—naive, endearing, and completely unpredictable—the plan falls apart, and the evening turns into a cascade of absurd situations. One of the most successful plays in Buenos Aires, combining sharp humor and fast-paced rhythm to question, through laughter, who is really the fool.

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Where: Teatro Astral. Tickets, here.

Cast: Nico Vázquez, Dai Fernández, David Masajnik, ensemble. Directors: Nicolás Vázquez & Mariano De María

Rocky Balboa, a second-rate boxer, is given the unthinkable chance to face world champion Apollo Creed. On the road to the fight of his life, he finds in Adrian the love and strength he needs to overcome his fears and get back up every time he falls. Based on the iconic film, this stage adaptation celebrates perseverance, love, and the belief that the real victory lies in never giving up.

Where: Teatro Lola Membrives. Tickets, here.

Cast: Julieta Díaz, Soledad Villamil, Pilar Gamboa. Director: Adrián Suar

A heartfelt comedy about family ties, love, duty, and accepting the irreversible. Three sisters confront their mother Elena’s Alzheimer’s—a strict, demanding judge who shaped each of them differently. As they gather to decide how to care for her, old tensions, memories, and contradictions resurface. Inés, a tarot reader; María José, a forensic psychiatrist; and Roberta, a frustrated artist, face the situation from opposing perspectives. Over the course of an emotionally charged and humorous night, they realize they are not ready to see their mother stop being who she once was.

Where: Teatro Paseo La Plaza. Tickets, here.

Cast: Campi, Daniela Viaggiamari, Albana Fuentes. Director: Ariel Del Mastro.

The beloved character that won over an entire generation in the 1990s returns to the stage in this theatrical adaptation of Mrs. Doubtfire. Daniel, a charismatic but immature voice actor, is going through a recent divorce that keeps him away from his children under strict conditions. Determined not to lose his bond with them, he comes up with a plan that is as outrageous as it is touching: transforming himself into the nanny “Mrs. Doubtfire” to stay close to his family. Full of mix-ups and hilarious situations, the play blends emotion with nostalgic nods in a story that remains timeless.

Where: Teatro Liceo. Tickets, here.

Cast: Soledad Silveyra, Luis Brandoni. Director: Héctor Díaz

A sharp, fresh comedy that dives into the life of a couple trapped in routine. While waiting for friends to arrive for dinner, small tensions and unexpected situations unleash a cascade of hilarious moments and deeper reflections on love, communication, and the pursuit of happiness. With witty dialogue and dynamic pacing, the play shows how everyday life can become extraordinary with just a touch of madness.

Where: Teatro Multitabaris. Tickets, here.

Cast: Moria Casán, Jorge Marrale. Director: Nelson Valente

Jade receives a medical diagnosis that forces her to confront a truth she has kept hidden for decades, triggering an unavoidable confession. Meanwhile, her husband—a politician in the middle of a campaign—will do everything he can to protect his public image, even at the expense of his closest relationships. The arrival of their daughter with news as unexpected as it is revolutionary pushes tensions to the limit. With acidic humor and sharp intelligence, the play explores family secrets, identity, and the weight of appearances.

Where: Teatro Metropolitan. Tickets, here.

Performed and directed by: Roberto Moldavsky

Roberto Moldavsky returns to the stage with a refreshed show featuring new stories about politics, family relationships, the passage of time, and our increasingly absurd relationship with technology. Accompanied by live music, he delivers his sharp, everyday observations, turning familiar situations into instant laughter. With a direct, approachable tone and unstoppable energy, the show invites us to laugh at ourselves and the contradictions of modern life.

Where: Teatro Apolo. Tickets, here.

Cast: Fabián Vena, Juan Palomino, Guillermina Valdés, Ernestina Pais, Rocío Igarzábal. Directors: Mariela Asensio & José María Muscari

A separation marked by a love that still lingers, the absurdity of the legal system, and a daughter who watches and resists as the adults unravel. Between lawyers willing to do anything, headlines that oversimplify complexity, and social media amplifying every move, the conflict escalates into a public spectacle. With sharp humor and a deeply human sensitivity, this lucid comedy explores contemporary relationships, emotional exposure, and the contradictions that surface when love is no longer enough—but hasn’t disappeared either.

Where: Multiteatro. Tickets, here.

Cast: Diego Reinhold, Héctor Díaz, Fredy Villareal, Dan Breitman, Sofía González Gil, Gonzalo Suárez, Maida Andreanacci, Federico Ottone. Director: Manuel González Gil

A company determined to stage a serious crime drama is hit by an unstoppable series of accidents, mistakes, and onstage disasters that make everything go hilariously wrong. Collapsing sets, forgotten lines, unruly props, and ever more absurd situations create meticulously choreographed chaos. The result is a fast-paced, explosive comedy where every mishap brings another round of laughter.

Where: Teatro Metropolitan. Tickets, here.

Cast: Antonio Grimau, Osvaldo Laport, Osvaldo Santoro, Raúl Lavié. Director: Federico Palazzo

Four octogenarian friends decide to fulfill one last dream: forming a band, hopping into a motorhome, and going on tour. What starts as a charitable mission to get a hearing aid for a former singer turns into an unexpected journey filled with outrageous situations and tender moments. Through laughter, missteps, and a healthy dose of geriatric rebellion, the play celebrates friendship, reinvention, and the right to be joyfully ridiculous—at any age.

Where: Multiteatro. Tickets, here.