Veteran actress Gabriela Iribarren is currently starring in “Uz. El pueblo,” a black comedy by Gabriel Calderón. The play is being performed on Saturdays and Sundays at the Teatro Stella. Iribarren, who also has a career in teaching, believes humor is a vital release, particularly given the absurdities of life. She suggests audiences *need* to laugh. The production marks a new stage in her extensive acting career. “Uz. El pueblo” aims to provide audiences with a darkly comedic perspective on contemporary issues. Iribarren emphasizes the liberating power of laughter as a coping mechanism.