Le récit des yeux

Published on 23 October 2024

For more than 20 years, the performer Carlos Muñoz has been devoting himself to visual and material forms of juggling inspired by photography. An unrivaled juggler, he presents a version of the art form that is rarely used in the circus and his creation Le récit des yeux, [The story of eyes] embarks audiences on a hypnotic journey.

“The soul has two eyes,” they say, “one looking at time, the second rising towards infinity.” This play tells the story of one man’s expedition to Nowhere, a futuristic journey.

In his quest, the performer is followed by circular objects representing eyes. These become living creatures that he manipulates to electronic rhythms. They move, distort, and confuse us with their optical illusions. The result is an atmosphere that evokes the world of science fiction.

The Franco-Chilean company Sombra specializes in choreographic juggling. Carlos Muñoz develops projects based on object manipulation, music, and images. His creations are born of his exquisite eye for detail and his meticulous observation of life and its movements.