As has been the case in recent years, Daniela Castillo will once again shine this Holy Week with her portrayal of Mary Magdalene in Jesus Christ Superstar. The Chilean singer will be part of the production taking place at Gran Arena Monticello on April 3, for which she has been rehearsing for several weeks to ensure that no detail is overlooked. The performer shared insights about this theatrical representation in an interview with La Cuarta, where she mentioned that this will be her fourth time in the leading role.

“Lots of rehearsals, logically, that’s the most important preparation. We also have rehearsals with the band because we have live musicians, which is greatly appreciated in this musical. We’re focusing on all the details, like costumes and choreography, assembling everything that’s most important in this final week,” explained the former contestant of Rojo.

She emphasized that “this is a show that several of us have done more than once, so we’re refining our interpretations in the staging. Changes are made year after year to provide different perspectives. We’re in a very entertaining stage, ready to put everything we’ve rehearsed on stage.

” When asked how she approaches a character she has played multiple times and aims to present something different, she said, “I think it depends a lot on the director's vision because there are various interpretations of Jesus Christ Superstar in terms of performance and staging, whether it’s movement or costumes, and even makeup. Also, if you’re acting with different actors, as I did last time, that changes the approach you give to the character. But in this case, for example, last year’s approach, which people really liked and left them wanting more, involves a scene with screens and live musicians.

So, logically, you adapt to what the director wants in terms of how to interpret the character and what type of drama to…

” to which she responded, “Of course, you become enchanted. In this case, I find it hard to let go of the character. You think, well, maybe I won’t have time to do it or I have other projects, but I love musicals, especially this one, which is musically very complex and entertaining.

It’s spectacular; it sounds amazing, and people always come back to see it one, two, three times and never get tired of it. ” When asked about her main challenge this time, she stated, “My main challenge is always to re-enchant the audience with the character. Even though it has been seen many times...

well, some people repeat this musical every year. I feel that the emotion and what you convey on stage should be as if the person who has always seen it is experiencing it for the first time in terms of feeling, so they leave happy to have seen it again and fall in love with the story, the music, and the staging once more. For me, it’s about transmitting that, and hopefully, they’ll come back next year.

” She acknowledged that there are indeed people who return every year to see the show, saying, “There are super fans, so I think it’s important to give that feeling of seeing it as if for the first time, to feel excited, so it’s not just another show but something that is truly worth seeing again. ” Regarding the significance of Jesus Christ Superstar after so many years of participation, she shared, “This was the first musical I ever did. Not with this company, but with another one many, many years ago.

I think it was in 2004, so it holds a very important meaning for me because it was the first time I was in a musical, and that’s when I fell in love with the musical format. So, it’s important to me and will continue to be because it’s like reconnecting with that first love. ” On interpreting Mary Magdalene, she expressed, “I love it because there are many interpretations, and it all depends on the director’s approach.

I’ve portrayed more modern Mary Magdalenes, some more daring, others more dreamlike, and others more conciliatory. I’ve experienced different interpretations, which I find very entertaining because there isn’t just one way. Also, of course, incorporating a bit of dance.

I love that part. ” She acknowledged the complexity of staging the production, stating, “It’s complex because, as you said, many people participate, so it’s a large cast of dancers and actors. And, of course, the musicians.

So, everything has to be assembled; everything that is rehearsed separately is prepared, and then we have general rehearsals, where we start to put everything together, and that’s when you really see the final result. I think that’s the most challenging part, when you do the general rehearsals and the assemblies. ” Additionally, Daniela Castillo took a moment to discuss other topics, such as her return to television with Sabingo, where she oversees the segment Así suena Chile, which is music-related and explores various locations in the country.

“I’m with Sabingo all year, in a permanent role, well, permanent for this year, obviously. And I’m also working on my music; I’m preparing my next album. In a few weeks, I’ll start recording the album, so I also have new music for this year, which is very important to me.

Besides all the parallel projects, music is by far what matters most to me. So, it’s exciting to have a new album, it’s like a new beginning, a new stage. ” When asked about the timeline for the new album, she replied, “Well, we don’t have a schedule yet because once I enter the studio, we’ll have a bit more direction regarding the timing.

For now, we’re waiting to enter the studio to have a bit more clarity on the timing. ” Regarding her experience with Sabingo, which she took on last year and will continue this year, she said, “I’ve loved it. From the first moment it was proposed to me, I really liked the idea and was excited, especially because it’s related to music and allows me to highlight musicians and bands that are also working hard and often don’t get exposure on television or aren’t well-known.

So, in that sense, I loved doing programs on location, not just in studios, but in the field, related to music. ” The singer also addressed her process following the passing of her mother last November. “I believe the best way to overcome grief is to live it.

There aren’t many recipes I can give you to cope with it because every grief is different. In fact, in 2021, I lost my father, and my way of feeling things is very different from what I’m experiencing today with my mother. So, I think the best way to move forward is to live one day at a time, allowing yourself to feel what you need to feel.

Some days are very, very good, or weeks that are very good. Other days hit harder, and you have to allow yourself to feel that breakdown. It’s part of the process.

But I’m also very supported by my family, my husband, my son; they are crucial supports in my life, and of course, music as well. So, just living through the process, as I said, in a more conscious way and allowing myself to feel everything that comes. ” She concluded by inviting the public to attend Jesus Christ Superstar, which will take place on April 3 at 9 PM in Monticello.

“Take advantage of this opportunity because this show goes beyond beliefs. People say, ‘You have to see it if you’re Catholic. ’ No.

Believe me, it goes much further than any spiritual or religious beliefs you may have, and the music ultimately becomes the fundamental part of this musical, so you will encounter something that you will love. If you’ve never seen it, this is your chance to go; don’t miss it and enjoy this tremendous musical that is ready to be shown to you,” she concluded.