Theatre and dance in Madrid

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  • Last chance

    An opera set to Alexander Medvedev's libretto based on Zofia Posmysz's novel of the same name (Teatro Real. 1, 4, 7, 10, 13, 18, 20 and 24 March).

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MARCH HIGHLIGHTS

The festival will be holding yet another edition with shows that combine theatre, music, puppets, magic, circus, projections and contemporary dance (Various venues. 1-24 March). 

Two theatre companies, Yllana and Töthem, have created a musical show for children to raise awareness about recycling through comedy and percussion (Gran Teatro CaixaBank Príncipe Pío. 20 and 26 March).

A double bill in commemoration of the 150th anniversary of the birth of Arnold Schoenberg (Teatro Real. 17, 19, 21, 23, 26 and 28 March).

The choreographer and dancer challenges spectators on their fears and addresses the monstrous perception we sometimes have of others (Conde Duque. 21 and 22 March).

Yllana offers a fun take on the fascinating world of gastronomy (Teatro La Latina. 25 Mar, 30 Apr, 13 May, 4 and 10 Jun).

René Jacobs directs a single performance of a new adaptation of the opera by Georges Bizet (Teatro Real. 27 March).

Immersive theatre show that reflects the life of the painter through his paintings with a soundtrack designed by the violinist Ara Malikian (Teatro Marquina. Wednesday to Sunday).

An authentic flamenco show featuring mesmerizing dancing, singing and guitar playing (Madrid Flamenco Theatre at Teatro Alfil. Monday to Sunday. Till 30 December).

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  • Take a look at the musicals showing in Madrid right now and over the coming months.

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