The Pillars of the Earth, the musical
It's a super production of beon. Entertainment that will take you on an unforgettable journey, immersing you in an epic story of passion, ambition and struggle.
Premiered worldwide in November 2024 at the Teatro Gran Vía in Madrid, the show features a team of over 70 people, including cast, musicians and technical professionals. Thanks to its innovative staging, the audience will experience a unique theatrical experience.
Our journey through Spain
The national tour of The Pillars of the Earth, the musical is leaving its mark on the main stages of the country, bringing this unique production to thousands of spectators. Through a careful artistic direction and an impactful staging.
The production brings together a creative team of the highest level: beon. Entertainment, as producer of original titles, and Dario Regattieri, as executive producer, lead this project. The music is by Iván Macías, the lyrics are by Félix Amador, the set design is by Ricardo S. Cuerda and the lighting design is by Felipe Ramos.
Los Pilares de la Tierra
por Ken Follett
In the tumultuous England of the 12th century, The Pillars of the Earth by Ken Follett immerses us in a universe of ambition, betrayal and resistance, with Aliena as the main protagonist. Daughter of Count Bartholomew, stripped of his title, Aliena must face the ruin of her family after her father's fall, victim of the power struggles of the Hamleighs, while fighting to protect her younger brother, Richard, and recover the lost legacy of her father.
In this land divided by war and ambition, Tom, a talented but tragedy-stricken stonemason, dreams of building a cathedral that will defy time and reach the sky. His life changes when he meets Brother Philip, a just and visionary monk who takes leadership of the Kingsbridge Abbey with the hope of turning it into a beacon of faith and progress.
United by this monumental dream, they face relentless challenges: from the ruthless conspiracies of William Hamleigh, a cruel nobleman willing to destroy Kingsbridge to consolidate his power, to the intrigues of Regan, his mother, a manipulative and ruthless woman. In this web of power between the crown and the church, Waleran appears, an ambitious and merciless man who uses religion as a tool for his own interests, further complicating Philip's struggles.
Alongside them, Jack, the son of Ellen, an enigmatic and wise woman who lives on the margins of society, reveals himself as a brilliant constructor and a free spirit, destined to leave his mark on the history of the cathedral.
Los Pilares de la Tierra
por Ken Follett
In the tumultuous England of the 12th century, The Pillars of the Earth by Ken Follett immerses us in a universe of ambition, betrayal and resistance, with Aliena as the main protagonist. Daughter of Count Bartholomew, stripped of his title, Aliena must face the ruin of her family after her father's fall, victim of the power struggles of the Hamleighs, while fighting to protect her younger brother, Richard, and recover the lost legacy of her father.
In this land divided by war and ambition, Tom, a talented but tragedy-stricken stonemason, dreams of building a cathedral that will defy time and reach the sky. His life changes when he meets Brother Philip, a just and visionary monk who takes leadership of the Kingsbridge Abbey with the hope of turning it into a beacon of faith and progress.
United by this monumental dream, they face relentless challenges: from the ruthless conspiracies of William Hamleigh, a cruel nobleman willing to destroy Kingsbridge to consolidate his power, to the intrigues of Regan, his mother, a manipulative and ruthless woman. In this web of power between the crown and the church, Waleran appears, an ambitious and merciless man who uses religion as a tool for his own interests, further complicating Philip's struggles.
Alongside them, Jack, the son of Ellen, an enigmatic and wise woman who lives on the margins of society, reveals himself as a brilliant constructor and a free spirit, destined to leave his mark on the history of the cathedral.
A world without end, A column of fire and The evening and the morning.
After the literary success of The Pillars of the Earth, Ken Follett continued to expand the universe of Kingsbridge with three thrilling novels: A world without end, A column of fire and The evening and the morning. THE SAGA HAS 5 BOOKS
The saga The Pillars of the Earth is part of Ken Follett's vast trajectory, whose 36 books have reached total sales of 188 million copies in over 80 countries and translated into 33 languages.
These works, set in different historical periods, explore new generations, challenges and social transformations that mark the evolution of this iconic fictional city.
However, it is important to note that The Pillars of the Earth, the musical, is based exclusively on the first book of the saga. This theatrical adaptation focuses on the characters, conflicts and emotions that gave rise to one of the most epic stories in contemporary literature.
While the subsequent novels expand the legacy of Kingsbridge, the musical offers a unique and unforgettable experience by capturing the essence of the original work, with a spectacular staging, enveloping music and a deeply emotional narrative.
Theaters
Teatro Gran Vía, Madrid
Madrid fue testigo del estreno oficial de la producción en el emblemático Teatro Gran Vía, donde el público madrileño recibió con entusiasmo esta ambiciosa adaptación. La capital acogió el musical con una gran acogida crítica y una fuerte conexión emocional con los asistentes.
Teatro Euskalduna de Bilbao
Bilbao se sumó a esta experiencia inolvidable con funciones en el prestigioso Euskalduna Bilbao, uno de los espacios culturales más representativos de Bilbao. La energía de su gente y la riqueza escénica del recinto hicieron de esta parada un hito especial en la gira.
