Theatre and dance in Madrid

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  • A monumental opera production that is back 22 years after its last performance (Teatro Real. 24 and 28 April and 2, 6, 10, 14, 18, 21 and 25 May).

    Maestro Singers of Nuremberg
  • Los maestros cantores de Núremberg © Javier del Real

MAY HIGHLIGHTS

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The company’s latest show presents a captivating journey through the rhythms of life (Teatro EDP Gran Vía. Wednesday to Sunday. 2-26 May).

The choreography contest spans all the different trends and styles within the genre of Spanish dance (Fernán Gómez Centro Cultural de la Villa - Sala Guirau. 3-5 May).

A magnificent show with the music by Carl Orff and the theater magic by the Catalonian company (Teatro Apolo. Tuesdays to Sundays. 8-19 May).

The festival that brings together the best of national and international dance year after year (Various locations. 9-26 May).

The choreographer, Jan Martens, presents this ode to civil disobedience and rebelliousness through dance (Naves del Español en Matadero - Sala Fernando Arrabal, Nave 11. 10-12 May).

The Ballet National de Marseille will be performing a new contemporary dance and music show (Teatros del Canal - Sala Roja. 9 and 10 May).

The Rasposo Company will be performing a circus show on the importance of imagination (Teatro Circo Price. 16-18 May).

Dance show by Natalia Menéndez and Israel Galván which delves into motherhood in all of its complexity (Teatro Español. Tuesday to Sunday. 17-26 May).

Ondina Maldonado and Ferrán Carvajal première a show in Spain on gender identity and prejudices (Teatros del Canal - Sala Negra. 28 May-2 Jun).

A performance of the classic ballet created by Marius Petipa and Ludwig Minkus: La Bayadère (Teatro Real. 30 May-2 Jun).

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

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).

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

    Musicals in Madrid
  • Los productores. The Producers
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  • Discover the best spots in the city to enjoy Spain’s artistic expression par excellence.

    Flamenco
  • El Corral de la Morería
  • Madrid's excellent transport system allows you to get around the city quickly and safely by bus, metro, train or taxi.

    Getting around Madrid