David Castello-Lopes

David Castello-Lopes
“Délicieux”
February 11, 2027
Volkshaus Zürich

“I almost called this show ‘The Pleasure.’ But then I thought that with a title like that, people would probably only think of pleasures that are off-limits to those under 18. For financial reasons, however, I want people under 18 to be able to attend my show as well. That’s why I called it “Délicieux”: It’s a family show.

In one hour and fifteen minutes, I’ll try to unravel the complexity of what triggers joy in people. Of course, joy can come from savoring a glass of Chasselas on the lakeshore in the spring. But it can also be triggered by the death of someone you don’t like. Naturally, an unexpected promotion at work brings joy. But so does eating Gruyère in Gruyères or knowing—if you’re French—that you don’t pronounce the “z” in Étivaz (which allows us to correct, with satisfaction, all the fools who make that mistake). My goal is for this show to evoke a certain pleasure in you, in a way that’s as delightfully intricate as the pleasure of eating Gruyère in Gruyères.”

David Castello-Lopes

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