Actor Domingo Alfaro, founder of Trastos Teatro, passes away at the age of 67
Cuenca Actor Domingo Alfaro Passes Away at 67
Domingo Alfaro, a significant figure in Cuenca's cultural and artistic life, has sadly passed away at the age of 67. The cause of his death was a lengthy battle with cancer.
Born in Ledana, Alfaro began his career as a school teacher before venturing into the world of acting. His passion for the stage led him to found 'Trastos Teatro' in 2003, a company that enriched Cuenca's cultural landscape with productions such as 'Intimate Stories of Paradise', 'Eyes of the Moon', 'Four Interludes and a Sorrowful Soul', 'Ay, Carmela', 'Variettes', 'The Fantastic Adventure of Bocasana', 'Comediantes Bring the Night', and 'Chronicles of a Comedian'.
In addition to his work with Trastos Teatro, Alfaro also participated in several productions with the 'Engatos' company. He was responsible for the theatrical guided tours of Calderón de la Barca's refuge, and his contributions extended to directing and organizing theater productions and festivals.
At the time of his death, Alfaro was working on his final project, '¡Ayyyy, vino divino!'. Before his acting career, he toured much of the province with his theater company, and performed at some international festivals.
Alfaro's wake is being held at the La Alborada funeral home. His remains will be cremated this Monday. No information about his survivors or funeral arrangements was provided in the article.
While specific details about Alfaro's major contributions to Cuenca's theater scene are not readily available, he is widely recognized as a figure who promoted and developed theatrical arts in the city. For a more comprehensive understanding of his impact, consulting local cultural archives, theater groups in Cuenca, or Ecuadorian cultural history sources would be advisable.
Rest in peace, Domingo Alfaro. Your contributions to Cuenca's cultural life will not be forgotten.
The film industry and Cuenca's cultural landscape have lost a prominent figure with the passing of Domingo Alfaro, a celebrated actor and theater director. Alfaro's entertainment career spanned several decades, and he associated with numerous celebrities in the theater world, including those from the Engatos company.
