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Art 'n' Culture MUSEO THYSSEN-BORNEMISZA
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Opera Idomeneo Can you imagine writing an opera at age 25? Mozart did it. The opera took a long, long time to compose, both because of father Leopold’s heavy influence and because little Wolfgang himself was a perfectionist, but it was well worth the wait. Idomeneo was an immediate success upon its premiere in Munich in 1781, and convinced the young artist to leave his hometown of Vienna for Salzburg, in search of a world ready to receive his music. Think of it as the big move to New York or London. Don’t miss this, the very first occasion the opera will be performed at Teatro Real. It’s the only one of Mozart’s great operas yet to have that honour — you could be a part of musical history! Teatro Real, Plaza Oriente, tel: 91 516 06 06 (Metro: Ópera). Tickets: from; €16. 8pm, 17-27 July (except the 22nd). Vallis Musicæ Haven’t been to church in a while? Need a break from the Malasaña scene? Come and listen to the heavenly voices of this Connecticut-based choir perform gospel spirituals to kick off their tour of Spain. The line-up includes a mass by Joseph Haydn and a poem by Samuel Barber, along with the always-beautiful “Ave Maria”. Catedral del Redentor, c/Beneficencia, 18 (Metro: Tribunal). Free entry. Tues, 8pm. 1 July.
Theatre Veranos de la Villa The two-month summer festival means espectaculos of all kinds, but here are a few of our favourite theatre picks. Keep your definition of theatre open to interpretation; we have a one-man drama, underwater Shakespeare, and an environmental lesson with a colourful twist. For more on the festival see www.esmadrid.com/veranosdelavilla La Lluvia Amarilla Andres is the last living inhabitant of Ainielle. MacbethLadyMacbeth Another twist on Shakespeare? Well, with an underwater setting and those essential elements of air, water, earth and . . . glass . . . this one’s sure to be interesting. Oh, and the lady of the house plays a much bigger role here too. Do the feminists of the world really want Lady Macbeth as an emerging figurehead? Judge for yourself. Matadero de Legazpi, Paseo Chopera, 10, tel: 91 517 73 09 (Metro: Legazpi). Tickets: from €22. Tues-Sat, 9pm; Sun, 8pm. Until 11 July. El Jardin de los Pensamientos de Colores Think Dr Seuss meets Al Gore meets, well, your neighbourhood interpretive dance troupe. Colourfully dressed and very eco-friendly characters get the kids involved to teach us some sure-to-be memorable lessons about climate change and loving our planet. Not convinced yet? There is actual tree-hugging involved. Yeah, it got us too. Templo de Debod, P° Pintor Rosales, 2 (Metro: Ventura Rodríguez). Free entry. Thurs, 9.30pm. 31 July.
Sobre Flores y Cerdos A show written, directed and starring Parasio Siete A play created by the group La Familia, it’s a dance-cabaret with live music. The play is about recovering and recuperating the human quality. It also discusses utopian topics, material goods, human materialism and the individual’s role in society. The plot: a group of people share their loneliness . . . they call it “X”. In X what they are looking for is a family — the interior family, a safe place, a haven. They call Paraíso Siete a club of sorts, a gathering of people to support, an orphanage, a place where one prepares to be reborn, a dream, a place to go or stay or rest, a country of lost souls. What is it? Who knows? And who does it matter to? The play asks the questions: Where are we? Where are you? Where are we in relation to others? In most cases, as in Hansel and Gretel, bits and pieces led us to the place we are now. Teatro Pradillo, c/Pradillo, 12, tel: 91 416 90 11 (Metro: Concha Espina). Tickets: €12. 9pm. 4-12 July. No show on 7 July. |
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through the artist’s work as a guiding force. For Joan Miró the idea of “earth” represented his native land of Catalunya, but it was also a key that allowed him to explore the many important values and qualities of rural life and culture: fertility, sexuality, fable, excess life and death. Miró was the great forerunner of informalism and abstract expressionalism, where emotional experience is expressed instead of the artist’s impressions of the external world. In artistic terms, “earth” can represent a mistrust of form, and it is features such as this that one can see in Miró’s work, which are highlighted throughout the exhibition. As a result of his style, many artists continue to express themselves in a similar way, with the same artistic features evident in the works of the next generation. 
photojournalist developed during some of the most important periods of modern contemporary history, carrying out some 50 projects known as “Photographic Essays” for Life magazine between 1946 and 1954. Images were accompanied by long explanatory texts that provided detailed discussion and analysis of the photograph. 
Tribal This Arabic dance features the mysticism, strength and sensuality of the desert. This is where the philosophy of the Arabian dance comes from, and has influenced gipsy and northern African dance. This production wants to show the most characteristic aspects of the elegant style of dance with some beautiful choreography, where the dancers must have complete control of their bodies. They make hypnotic movements, much like snakes, and the music that accompanies them speaks in a direct voice. In such a hot environment, the audience is transported into Arabic culture. The amazing scenery and costumes highlight the setting and produce an indelible effect. Saada Tribal Group is the first company of this style of dance to form in Spain. 
His neighbours all left or died, his daughters came to tragic ends, and his wife . . . well, you’ll see. He recounts his memories — or are they the memories of his old neighbours? — to tell the story of the crumbling of his beloved village. Ghosts, nature (the titular yellow rain is falling leaves, full of symbolism), and his own imminent death provide the only other characters in this one-man show about the debilitating power of change. 
Stage Divas! ("¡Divas en el escenario!") Sexy, unapologetic and fun, a production 101 percent about women, but appropriate for both sexes. From the creators of Bartuschka, Stage Divas! has enjoyed tons of success since its premiere in 2004.The concept is simple: each play is distinct and works as a platform for female stars and emerging theatre talents as well as comediennes, dancers, musicians and performance artists to show their stuff. Stage Divas! is presented every 15 days in Berlin and has also toured London. Madrileños will have the chance to see this spectacular show in Teatro Pradillo this summer. The performer Jewels has won critical acclaim around the world for her mix of comedy, charisma, charm and personality. The beautiful Jewels was born in Russia and grew up in Sweden and England, and has performed in more than 18 countries in the last 13 years. 
Nancho Novo. This work is from the multifaceted actor from Galicia, and comes to us in the form of a one-man performance. With his particular sense of humour and style, he uses fragments of musicals to create a show that talks about love and partnership. It's a unique and original show; the monologue seems to have nothing to do with the topic but its themes are universal. The show integrates the audience and makes them feel involved. Nancho Novo is a great performer, whose stories, songs and poems utilise his sarcastic sense of humour. He uses it to reflect on the world of the couple and love in general. 