Corrientes street: the best theater shows on the bill

Starring Agustín “Rada” Aristarain. Directed by Marcelo Caballero.

Julio Ballesteros looks back on his life after death and, along the way, comes face to face with the contradictions of the society that surrounded him. Chanta combines acid humor, irony and a sharp take on ambition, opportunism and the petty miseries of everyday life. Through different stages of his life, the protagonist becomes a sort of embodiment of an Argentine identity that is difficult to explain but easy to recognize, in a fast-paced production with a cinematic aesthetic where the set constantly changes.

Where: Teatro Astral. Tickets here.

Starring Marita Ballesteros, Cecilia Dopazo, Emilia Mazer, María Leal, Linda Peretz, Juana Repetto, Silvia Pérez and Mónica Villa. Directed by José María Muscari.

A country house in the 1950s, eight women and a murder that turns them all into suspects. When the mansion’s owner is found dead, what appeared to be a family gathering turns into an investigation filled with secrets, arguments and revelations. The classic French play by Robert Thomas, adapted for the screen by François Ozon, combines mystery and humor as each character reveals something they would rather have kept hidden. Because in this house, no one seems to be exactly who they claim to be.

Where: Multiteatro. Tickets here.

Starring and directed by: Pompeyo Audivert.

Pompeyo Audivert adapts, directs and stars in Shakespeare’s tragedy in a one-man version that transforms his body into a territory of voices, forces and spectres. Through a staging that combines acting, music and a strong ritualistic dimension, the performer explores the world of Macbeth, bringing its conflicts of power, ambition, violence and desire to the stage. The production offers a distinctive take on the classic, as a single body multiplies to bring to life the different characters and forces that inhabit the tragedy. Original music and live cello performed by Claudio Peña complete this theatrical ceremony.

The lowdown: Habitación Macbeth is now in its fourth season and has already been seen by more than 250,000 people.

Where: Teatro Metropolitan, Av. Corrientes 1343. Tickets.

Cast: Jorgelina Aruzzi, Marcelo Debellis, Rafael Ferro, Patricia Echegoyen, Gloria Carrá, Tomás Kizner. Directed by: Peto Menahem

What begins as a desperate attempt to recover a lost investment quickly spirals into complete chaos. Three women who live in a gated community and the neighborhood tennis coach break into the home of the financial advisor who promised to make them millionaires, convinced that he is out of the country. But the man is still there, and their intrusion unleashes a whirlwind of lies, old grudges and unexpected alliances in this comedy that pokes fun at ambition, greed and the worst sides of human nature.

Where: Paseo La Plaza. Tickets, here.

Cast: Jorge Suárez and Facundo Arana. Directed by: Santiago Doria

After a car accident, a young executive is ordered by the court to visit an elderly widower every week as part of his sentence. What initially feels like an awkward obligation gradually turns into an unexpected friendship that forces both men to confront their own prejudices, fears and outlooks on life. Filled with humor and heartfelt moments, Jeff Baron's acclaimed play explores friendship, loneliness and the importance of building bridges between people who, at first glance, seem to have nothing in common.

Where: Multiteatro. Tickets, here.

Cast: Carlos Portaluppi and Franco Masini

A rape allegation against a European soccer star sparks a conflict that extends far beyond the world of sports. From that moment on, the play examines how power, media exposure and the interests surrounding major celebrities can shape the search for the truth. A gripping contemporary thriller that invites audiences to reflect on justice, prejudice and the price of fame.

Where: Paseo La Plaza. Tickets, here.

Starring: Adrián Suar, Carla Peterson, Fernán Mirás, and Lorena Vega. Directed by: Mariano Pensotti

What was supposed to be the happiest day of their lives turns into a chaotic night filled with recriminations, secrets, and family tensions. Sebastián and Claudio, cousins and business partners running a family-owned textile company, are on the verge of closing a multimillion-dollar deal that could change their lives forever. But an argument over money sparks an unexpected conflict that escalates further when their partners—two women with completely opposite personalities—get involved. As a storm threatens to sweep through the city, the four find themselves trapped together in a feverish night where old resentments and long-buried desires finally come to light.

Where: El Nacional, Corrientes 960. Tickets, here.

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.

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.

Starring: Eleonora Wexler and Gonzalo Heredia. Directed by Andrea Garrote

In this sharp and emotional comedy by Nick Hornby (High Fidelity), Matías and Ana Laura meet every week at a bar before their couples therapy session. That ritual becomes the space where they revisit their story, argue over their differences, and reflect on what still keeps them together. Through irony, reproaches, and moments of complicity, the play builds an honest and sensitive portrait of a relationship in crisis, where love, desire, and expectations are laid on the table with humor and without concessions.

Where: Teatro Picadero. Tickets, here.

Starring: Julieta Zylberberg. Directed by Andrea Garrote

A powerful and profound play that follows a young lawyer who has built her career defending people accused of sexual offenses. Confident in her place within the judicial system and the rules that sustain it, her perspective begins to crack when a personal experience confronts her with everything she thought she understood. An intense one-woman show that challenges notions of truth, justice, and power within the courtroom.

Where: Teatro Picadero. Tickets, here.

Starring: Juan Leyrado. Directed by Nicolás Dominici

Domingo Faustino Sarmiento returns to the present to deliver a masterclass on education and progress. Faced with a world that both fascinates and unsettles him, the statesman attempts to organize his thoughts while revisiting his legacy and launching uncomfortable provocations about the country he once envisioned. Performed by Juan Leyrado, the show offers a direct encounter with one of the most debated figures in Argentine history.

Where: Centro Cultural de la cooperación. 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.

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.

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.

Starring Carlos Belloso, Ludovico Di Santo, Romina Gaetani, Andrés Gil, Walter Quiroz, Carlos Santamaría, Malena Solda and Betiana Blum. Directed by Manuel González Gil.

A heavy snowfall leaves the guests of Monkswell Guest House stranded, and they soon discover that being snowed in is only the beginning of the problem. When a young police sergeant arrives with news of a murder in London, it becomes clear that the crime could be connected to one of the guests. Distrust spreads among them, everyone seems to be hiding something, and anyone could be the murderer or the next victim. Agatha Christie’s classic murder mystery combines suspense, humor, false clues and unexpected twists in a story that turned La Ratonera into one of the great classics of mystery theater.

Where: Teatro Liceo. Tickets here.