Theater as a space for inclusive expression
I ritardatari (The Latecomers),the new performance result of the Arti Libere workshop at Campo Teatrale, will be staged from November 28 to 30 in Milan. This integrated theater project involves young people aged 10 to 16, with and without disabilities, in a path that combines art and inclusion. Guided by director Francesca Merli, actress Laura Serena, and a highly skilled creative team, participants explore their emotions and dreams, bringing them to life on stage as part of a collective reflection.
A journey through dreams, fears, and hopes
The play represents the emotional baggage of each young actor: desires, aspirations, and fears come to life in a variety of characters reflecting personal and future projections. From science to art, sports to management, each story is an invitation to discovery and wonder. Being “late” is not just a label or diagnosis but a symbol of social exclusion and the struggle to keep up with imposed standards.
Accessibility and inclusion at the core
Thanks to the support of Municipio 3 and collaboration with the Fedora Cultural Association, the play is made accessible through AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication), introductions with LIS (Italian Sign Language) interpreters, and subtitles for deaf audiences. A tangible commitment to breaking down barriers and opening theater to everyone.
Reflecting on the power of creative thinking
The performance invites the audience to reflect on the value of creative thinking as a tool to overcome limits and fears. There are no certainties about the fate of the latecomers, but there is a possibility: changing how we view the world by opening up instead of closing off.
