Corrientes street: the best theater shows on the bill

Starring Luis Brandoni and Soledad Silveyra. Directed by Héctor Díaz.

The year kicks off strong with a theatrical event: for the first time, Luis Brandoni and Soledad Silveyra appear together on stage, playing two beloved characters in a fresh and sharp comedy that delves into the life of a couple trapped in a routine.

A night awaiting dinner with friends triggers a cascade of hilarious situations that force them to reflect on love, communication, and the pursuit of happiness. Undoubtedly, it's a great opportunity to see two of the country's greatest actors clash in an acting duel.

Where: Teatro Liceo. Tickets, here.

With Martín Bossi, Mike Amigorena, Laurita Fernandez, and cast. Directed by Marcos Carnevale

One of the highest-grossing comedies in the history of Buenos Aires theater is back on stage more than 20 years later, telling the story of a group of friends who organize weekly dinners where each one must bring an invited guest they consider to be "foolish" to mock them. However, one of these evenings will not go as expected, and everyone's life will change forever. The interesting fact is that Adrián Suar and Guillermo Francella were part of the original cast and are now the producers of the play.

Where: El Nacional Sancor Seguros. Tickets here.

With Carla Peterson, Marco Antonio Caponi, Nicolás García Hume, Diego Cremonesi, Emilia Claudeville, and Juan Isola. Directed by Matías Feldman.

The question "What is real and what is not?" is the trigger for this comedy with dramatic elements that, in the age of technology, questions whether we are living in an authentic world or if we are part of a virtual one.

A woman and her family receive an unexpected visit from their former business partners, and during this meeting full of memories, discussions, laughs, and secrets, it will be revealed that not everything is what it seems.

Where: Paseo La Plaza. Tickets for sale at this link.

Starring Cecilia Roth, Gustavo Garzón, Martín Slipak, and Victoria Baldomir. Directed by Andrea Garrote.

The exciting chance to see Cecilia Roth in a captivating and moving story that questions the boundaries of loneliness, emptiness, and sanity. The work of acclaimed French playwright Florian Zeller challenges us about whether a mother who has built her life around her son can rebuild herself once he leaves home. Did she live for herself or for others? Was it worth it? These and many other questions are raised in this play by the Oscar, Tony, and Molière-winning playwright.

Where: Teatro Picadero. Tickets, here.

With Ana Scannapieco, Boy Olmi, and Pablo Fusco.

Ana, the granddaughter of the creator of the legendary Scannapieco ice cream parlor, decided to honor her family’s history with a play that follows her quest for the lemon ice cream recipe she ate as a child. With this mission, she will take the audience on a dreamlike journey through fruits, chocolate, and cups to discover a legacy that is a way of seeing life through a cone.

Where: Paseo La Plaza. Tickets, here.

Starring Inés Estevez, Florencia Raggi, and María Rosa Fugazot. Directed by Paula Ransenberg.

A comedy written by Laura Oliva that delves into the world of two sisters bewildered by their mother's sudden fame, who, at 80 years old, becomes a YouTube stand-up sensation, exposing them publicly. The play, grounded in humor, explores the complexity of family communications and sibling relationships.

Where: Paseo La Plaza. Tickets, here.

Starring Miguel Angel Solá and Maxi de la Cruz. Directed by Max Otranto.

A hilarious comedy to reflect on power, pride, and insecurities. On the day of his inauguration, the newly elected President faces an unexpected and ridiculous obstacle: an uncontrollable itch in his nose that threatens to ruin his inaugural speech. Desperate to maintain composure, one hour before the ceremony, he seeks the help of a prestigious psychiatrist, and they engage in a verbal duel between political power and psychological authority.

Where: Teatro Apolo. Tickets, here.

Starring Brenda Gandini, Agustín Sullivan, Cande Molfese, and Gonzalo Suarez. Directed by Nelson Valente.

In 2024, this comedy became one of the most-watched shows on Corrientes Street, and it returns this year with a new cast. Four friends organize an escape room game in which they must solve a series of puzzles to escape, but once the door closes, strange events start happening that will test their relationships and expose their deepest secrets. It seems that finding the exit won't be as easy as they thought!

Where: Teatro Multitabaris. Tickets, here.

Starring Maiamar Abrodos, Lucía Aduris Bravo, Matías López Barrios, Nicolás Martin, Paola Medrano, and Sebastián Sonenblum. Directed by Juanse Rauch.

Just let yourself be carried away by the magic of theater for Paco Jamandreu to appear before us, bringing with him the ghosts that haunt his mind like a busy runway. National stage stars, songs, memories, and anecdotes woven together by the delicate thread of memory that reconstructs an inimitable and curious character who revolutionized fashion in an era, dressing iconic and unforgettable women like Evita.

Where: Teatro Metropolitan. Tickets, here.

With Sebastián Presta, Josefina Scaglione, Sabrina Lara, Leandro Serodino. Directed by Diego Reinhold

Sebastián Presta has become one of the most in-demand comedians in the theatrical scene, with more than 100,000 spectators in the last three years. This new project finds him directed by Diego Reinhold and accompanied by the talented Josefina Scaglione in a fresh comedy full of humor and unexpected twists, telling the story of two friends who, if they dare, might become something more.

Where: Paseo La Plaza. Tickets at this link.