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 Specialists in replica paintings |
Orellana, 14 Madrid 28004 Spain +34 91 3193037 ALCION@santandersupernet.com |
You can find something far more interesting in here than the ubiquitous posters of Van Gogh, Lautrec and Zurbar changing on student bedsit walls all over the country. This gallery sells high quality oil paintings by promising young artists that are legal copies of famous works by the likes of El Greco, Renoir, Modigliani and Gustav Klimt. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Old-fashioned cinema with two screens |
Calle Gran Vía 37 Madrid 28013 Spain +34 91 5217571 |
Unlike many of its similarly long-established competitors on Gran V this grand old movie theatre had to adapt to the times in 1998 and divide itself in two. The benefits of modernisation are that you now have two films to choose from and you can buy your tickets in advance by telephone. Both screens show the latest commercial releases. There are normally three daily showings, starting at around 4.15pm. The surrounding area offers innumerable bars, restaurants and the major tourist attraction - Puerta del Sol. Admission: (EUR 5.40); (EUR 3.60) Wed (if not a holiday). Advance sales: +34 902 488 488 Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Little-known gem of a museum |
Calle de Alcalá 48 Madrid, Madrid 28014 Spain +34 91 338 5000 http://www.bde.es/ comunicacion@bde.es |
The Spanish Central Bank headquarters house a valuable art collection that includes the work of artists like Goya, Salvador Maella, Sorolla and Zuloaga, as well as luxurious wall-hangings and antique furniture. The interior patio is used as a library and the beautiful staircase is made of Carrera marble. It occupies one of the best locations in Madrid, at major crossroads linking Plaza de Cibeles with Calle Alcalá, Gran Vía and the Paseo del Prado. After opening in 1889, it had to be expanded in 1936 and then again in 1975. The three distinct façades display diverse architectural styles. For admission, write to the Servicio de Protocolo (+34 91 338 5365) at the bank's address. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Music, theatre & magic |
San Andrés, 38 Madrid, Madrid 28004 Spain +34 91 445 3752 |
A classic nightspot that has served as a launch pad for performers who are now stars. In fact, it was one of the city's first nightclubs to offer live music and other acts. The programme normally features musicians, singers and magicians. The interior is designed to imitate a Spanish village, with the stage as the main square. It is worth a visit if only to check out the decor. The price of drinks is a reasonable EUR5 on average and there is no cover charge. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Alternative films in a unique setting |
Paseo de Recoletos, 2 Madrid, Madrid 28001 Spain +34 91 595 4800 |
It organises daily showings of Latin American films that you would never get to see in any other cinema in Madrid. There's normally a different film every day related to a particular theme; or by country of origin that forms part of a wider cultural. And, it also offers lectures, art exhibitions and more. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Independent films from your sofa |
Travesía de San Mateo, 8 Madrid, Madrid 28004 Spain +34 91 308 1497 |
A tiny art house cinema, the first of its kind, that shows independent films, documentaries, short films and animated movies. It's much more civilized than a normal commercial movie theatre. You sit in a comfy sofa and you can order drinks to have whilst you watch the film. It opened with room for just 70 spectators. You'll find it on the outskirts of Malasaña district surrounded by popular bars and cafes like Café Belén. Sessions available Th-Su at 9:30pm. Admission price: EUR4 Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Young plastic artists |
Gran Vía, 16 Madrid, Madrid 28013 Spain +34 91 522 3112 |
This gallery concentrates on finding and promoting talented young artists, so doesn't restrict itself to the showing of only certain formats. You're as likely to see exhibitions of new ideas in photography, as in painting or sculpture. Regular artists include Ricardo Cadenas, Gennaro Castellano, Alonso Gil, Marina Núñez, June Papineau, Gonzalo Puch and MP&MP Rosado. Admission: free Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Contemporary graphic art |
Pelayo, 31 Madrid, Madrid 28004 Spain +34 91 523 0841 EEGEE3@arquired.es |
The main focus here is on showing contemporary Spanish graphic art, but you'll also see paintings, sculpture, photography and other forms. It has become one of the most visited galleries in the city for the regular exhibitions of established and up-and-coming artists, like Albacete, Campano, Canogar, Chirino, Genovés, Gordillo and Guinovart. The unusual name for the gallery stands for Ediciones, Estampaciones, Grabados Españoles, Etcétera, and the number 3 is for the 3 partners who founded it. Admission: free Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Pioneers in contemporary art |
Calle Justiniano 3 Madrid, Madrid 28004 Spain +34 91 310 0651 http://www.galeriaedurne.com/ ge@galeriaedurne.com |
This is the gallery that's credited with introducing the concept of contemporary art into Spain and it continues to promote the most avant-garde and experimental work by Spanish and foreign artists. You'll see pieces by Álvarez Plágaro, María Aranzadi, Waldo Balart, Hartmut Böhm, María Caro, Luis Gordillo, Pedro Herrón, Jo Khun, Willen Klopers, Aliska Lahusen, André van Lier, C.M. Martín, Marcela Navascués, Ulrich Otto and Yamaoka, amongst others. Admission: free Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Various contemporary genre |
San Lorenzo, 11 Madrid 28004 Spain +34 91 3080468 http://www.elbabenitez.com info@elbabenitez.com |
You'll see a range of contemporary art on display in this gallery principally made up of paintings, sculpture and photography by Fernanda Fragateiro, Beatriz Milhazes, Juan Luis Moraza, Ernesto Neto, Ana Prada, Francesc Torres, Darío Urzay, Valentín Vallhonrat, Juan Cruz, Cristina Iglesias and Vik Muniz, among others. It's located close to the Museo Romántico and has been open since 1990. Admission: free Review © 2007, Wcities |
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New international trends |
Calle Del Barquillo 44, 1 D Madrid, Madrid 28004 Spain +34 91 310 5561 http://www.galeriajuanadeaizpu... aizpuru@galeriajuanadeaizpuru.com |
Founded in 1970, this gallery has become one of Madrid's best known showcases for new international trends in painting and sculpture. It shows a wide range of Spanish and foreign works of art. The gallery maintains strong links with Austrian, German and British artists. Art and Language, representatives of the new-wave in British conceptual art, are particular favourites. Pilar Albarracín, Mercedes Carbonell, Jordi Colomer, Jiri Dokoupil, Federico Guzmán, Sol LeWitt and Sigfrido Martín Begué are all artists that have been shown here recently. Admission: free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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International prestige |
Orfila, 5 Madrid, Madrid 28010 Spain +34 91 319 1414 http://www.galeriamarlborough.com info@galeriamarlborough.com |
You'll see contemporary US, European and South American artists on display alongside 19th and 20th-century paintings and sculpture as well as even older paintings. Star exhibitors include Chirino, Genovés, Leiro, Antonio López García, Manolo Valdés, Lucio Muñoz and Antonio Saura. This world-famous gallery was founded in London in 1949 and now has branches in New York, Tokyo and Madrid. Admission: free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Contemporary art by young artists |
Plaza de las Salesas, 2 Madrid, Madrid 28004 Spain +34 91 308 1332 http://www.artnet.com/gallery/... |
After four successful years in New York from 1992, this gallery opened a branch in Madrid especially to focus on abstract and conceptual art in the fields of photography, sculpture and painting. It organises individual exhibitions featuring young artists and it's the only Spanish gallery to make an appearance in NYC's Armory Show. It's also a regular participant in Spain's ARCO festival. You can normally see work by Lara Almarcegui, Pedro Álvarez, J.P. Ballester, Isidro Blasco, Tom Burr, Victoria Gil, Luis Gordillo, Antonio Muntadas and Álvaro Perdices. Admission: free Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Nature and art |
Pelayo, 52 Madrid, Madrid 28004 Spain +34 91 319 6873 mariamartin@galeriamariamartin.e.telefonica.net |
This gallery specialises in showing what has become known as "land art", that is: art which has a relationship with nature. Ninety per cent of the available space is given over to to sculpture and photography produced by Spanish and foreign artists, half of them women and Portuguese and Germans in particular. You'll see work by up-and-coming creative talents in their 40s like Mayte Vieta, Daniel Blaufuks, Cristóbal Denmark, Javier Garcerá, Miguel Ángel Blanco, Javier Wolski and Pablo Pereira. The gallery participates in the ARCO and FIAC festivals. Admission: free Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Eclectic collection of photos, video, sculpture |
Calle Del Barquillo 29 Madrid, Madrid 28004 Spain +34 91 435 1808 http://www.olivarauna.com/# galeria@olivararauna.com |
Photography, video and sculpture are the three main artistic genre exhibited in this gallery. You'll see an eclectic mixture of art produced by new technologies like computers, light boxes and projectors. There's work by established and up-an-coming artists on display, including Antoni Abad, Chema Alvargónzalez, Per Barclay, Christophe Boutin, José Herrera, Alicia Martín, Christian Philipp Müller, Miguel Río Branco and others. The admission to this gallery is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Various styles |
Augusto Figueroa, 17 Madrid, Madrid 28004 Spain +34 91 522 2989 http://www.artmajeur.com/galer... |
An unusual gallery that aims to continue with the pioneering spirit of its predecessor, Van Art. It shows the work of young artists using vastly different techniques and totally different styles. You'll see paintings, sculpture, engravings, photographs and other art forms on display. In addition, there's a section exhibiting ceramics, textiles, jewellery and other crafts. Admission: free Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Popular contemporary gallery |
Orfila, 5 Madrid, Madrid 28010 Spain +34 91 308 2887 http://www.soledadlorenzo.com galeria@soledadlorenzo.com |
You'll see installations, paintings, photography, sculpture, in fact every type of artistic expression within the contemporary framework has a space open to it in this well-known gallery. Just glance at the list of artists on show here and you'll realise how popular it is. Regular exhibitors include Txomin Badiola, Miquel Barceló, Ross Bleckner, Broto, Victoria Civera, Georges Condo, Marta Cárdenas, Eric Fischl, Jorge Galindo, Tàpies and many more. Admission: free Review © 2007, Wcities |
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20th-century & contemporary artists |
Calle del General Castaños 3 Madrid, Madrid 28004 Spain +34 91 319 5900 http://www.galeriaelviragonzal... galeriaeg@entorno.es |
An elegant gallery that exhibits and sells paintings by 20th-century masters like Picasso and Miró alongside work by Spanish and foreign contemporary artists. You'll see pieces by the likes of Juan Gris, Mark Rothko, Yves Tanguy and Eduardo Chillida as well. Other names to look out for are Juan Asensio, Hans Arp, Alexander Calder, Ramón Gaya and Julio González. Admission: free Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Variety of Spanish avant-garde art |
Calle del Almirante 5 Madrid, Madrid 28004 Spain +34 91 531 4365 http://www.galeriamoriarty.com moriarty@galeriamoriarty.com |
More of a multidisciplinary arts centre than just an art gallery, this exhibition space concentrates on showing the work of Spanish avant-garde artists like Cristina Barrera, Cosme Churruca, Manolo Dimas, Alberto García-Alix, Julio Jara, Manuel Luca de Tena, Walter Martín and Paloma Muñoz. In addition to representing the artists on display, the staff edit books and magazines, organise poetry readings and audio-visual shows. Admission: free Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Great sound in a modern cinema |
Calle Gran Vía 32 Madrid, Madrid 28013 Spain +34 91 522 3427 |
It offers outstanding acoustics based on Dolby's digital THX sound system and specialises in showing commercially successful comedies and dramas. Its renovation in 1991 turned it into one of the city's most modern cinemas without it ending up being a multiplex like all the others. You'll find it opposite the Capitol cinema on Plaza Callao by Gran Vía. You're assigned a numbered seat for every showing. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Films in their original language |
Luna, 2 Madrid, Madrid 28004 Spain +34 91 522 4752 |
Its four screens - holding between 153 and 345 spectators -show commercial and independent films always in the original language version with Spanish subtitles. There are three daily sessions, the first starting at 4p or 4:15p. At the later two sessions you're assigned numbered seats. It's difficult to park in the streets, so use the adjacent public car park. Admission is EUR5, EUR4 on Wednesdays. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 100% traditional |
Calle de la Palma 51 Madrid, Madrid 28004 Spain +34 91 657 0394 / +34 610 221 263 |
Traditional songs and dances are kept alive in this venue by Olga Ramos and her daughter Olga María, cabaret singers who specialise in chotis (Madrid's most typical song and dance) and habaneras, as well as other old-fashioned styles. You can come here to be entertained in style on special occasions like stag or hen parties, business or anniversary dinners. You'll be served wholesome Spanish food. It's only open for dinner. Discounts are available for groups by prior arrangement. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Grand old 1920s cinema |
Calle Gran Vía 35 Madrid 28013 Spain +34 91 521 62 09 |
You can see commercially successful films and movie premieres in the huge main hall, which has been preserved intact since it opened in 1929, with its original old-fashioned charm and small, uncomfortable seats. It holds up to 1750 people and has disabled access. There are two smaller, more comfortable modern screening rooms downstairs. The management still commission enormous hand-painted publicity posters to advertise films on the building's facade. There are three or four daily showings, starting at 4:15p. You're assigned a numbered seat for all showings except the first of the day. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Mini-cinema on Gran Vía |
Plaza del Callao, 4 Madrid 28013 Spain +34 91 5219900 |
Its three screens show commercial releases that are a little less popular than those shown in the larger old movie theatres on Gran V The cinema is located in an historic 1920s building with an impressive facade that forms part of the famous Press Association office block. It stands opposite the Callao cinema. There are normally three daily showings, the first at 4pm or 4.30pm. You're assigned numbered seats for all showings. The largest screening room (581 seats) has disabled access. Admission: (EUR6) Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Irish pub with live blues |
Valverde, 44 Madrid, Madrid 28004 Spain +34 91 523 4689 |
Famous British and American bands usually drop in here for a discreet few drinks when they are passing through Madrid on tour. It is the sort of place where you can relax and enjoy a couple of pints whilst listening to live blues. The place is named after the John Ford movie that was based on a James Joyce novel. Beers cost around EUR2.40. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Alternative drama and open-air performances |
San Gregorio, 8 Madrid 28004 Spain +34 91 310 4222 http://www.elcantodelacabra.com cantodelacabra@terra.es |
The company of the same name performs their own up-to-date, innovative and humorous work in this tiny theatre space that holds just 60 spectators. Other alternative groups stage their work here as well. In summer, the square outside is used for open-air performances, the only event of its kind in the city. You'll find it in the heart of Chueca's gay district, surrounded by lively late-night bars and clubs. Advance ticket sales at the box office and by telephone, on +34 902 488 488. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Small place with a big stage |
San Dimas 3 Madrid, Madrid 28015 Spain +34 91 593 3070 |
This is a dedicated late-night live music venue that promotes all sorts of bands, playing anything from commercial pop and rock to hip-hop, acid jazz, and funk. Gigs are normally held Thursday through Saturday nights. There are two floors, so if you are not here for the music or want to escape it, head upstairs. The stage, the dance floor, and ledges to sit on are downstairs, as well as a bar at the far end. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Varied music and clientele |
Jardines, 3 Madrid, Madrid 28013 Spain +34 91 532 6490 |
Opened in 1979, a veteran of the Madrid music scene, it was one of the most important clubs during the famous 1980s movida madrileña (a cultural explosion after years of dictatorship). It has recently revived its tradition of organizing regular first-rate pop and rock concerts for a varied crowd. The large dance floor is surrounded by bleachers where you can sit and enjoy your drinks. On the second floor you can escape from all the action down below and sit at a table in peace for a while. Admission is (EUR 9.01) Review © 2007, Wcities |
 A cafe-cum-disco that serves food |
Marqués de Valdeiglesias, 5 Madrid, Madrid 28004 Spain +34 91 522 2712 |
This bar offers food and drink to all-comers during the day and becomes a mainly gay disco-bar at night, playing ambient and house music. You can also see occasional live shows. The food is predominantly Italian, with an emphasis on fresh pasta and salads. It also serves cakes and pancakes. As for the decor, the most outstanding features are the huge windows, columns, plush, red-velvet chairs and abundant candles. The dance floor is down in the basement. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Alternative comedy theatre-cafe |
Calle del Pez 10 Madrid, Madrid 28004 Spain +34 91 521 4541 http://www.teatroalfil.com/ info@teatroalfil.com |
A popular venue for younger theatregoers, its programme concentrates on comedy, alternative and fringe theatre. It's also headquarters for the International Festival of Comedy Theatre. You'll find yourself in a cafe-theatre with tables and chairs in the front row and then just rows of chairs behind. There's a small bar to one side where you can buy drinks before the performance and you're allowed to smoke. The Yllana theatre company runs it. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A 19th-century atmosphere |
Calle del Barquillo 24 Madrid, Madrid 28004 Spain +34 91 521 0212 / +34 91 701 0203 http://www.gruposmedia.com/inf... |
This theatre has managed to retain all the old-fashioned charm and characteristics of a dying breed of neighbourhood theatres dating from the 19th century. Its programming mainly features the work of contemporary dramatists interspersed with the occasional show for children. You'll find it close to the Círculo de Bellas Artes, one of Madrid's main cultural centres, on a street famous for its concentration of hi-fi and TV shops. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Contemporary drama, comedies & musicals |
Calle Corredera Baja de San Pablo 15 Madrid, Madrid 28004 Spain +34 91 521 0552 |
One of Madrid's few remaining 19th-century theatres, it's popularly known as La Bombonera (the chocolate box) due to its small size and ornate art-nouveau decor. It seats 500 spectators and presents a programme featuring contemporary drama, musicals and comedies. It's named after its founder, Cándido Lara. You'll find it incorporated into an attractive early 20th-century residential listed building close to Gran Vía. Advance ticket sales: at the box office or by telephone, on +34 902 488 4588. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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New comedy theatre |
Prim, 11 Madrid, Madrid 28004 Spain +34 91 532 3186 http://www.teatrosdemadrid.com |
One of Madrid's most modern theatre spaces, it's used primarily to stage comedies. The new facilities are state-of-the-art: the stage manager's control room is suspended from the ceiling, the walls are lined with fireproof material (like almost everything else in the theatre), and computer software controls the lighting and sound system. It has been re-designed with safety in mind and the entire building can be completely evacuated in case of emergency in 30 seconds. It holds 500 spectators and you'll find it close to Plaza de Cibeles. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Showcase for young dramatists |
Tamayo Baus, 4 Madrid 28004 Spain +34 91 310 2949 |
As headquarters of the National Drama Centre, this theatre concentrates on promoting the work of young playwriters. The building itself is a fine example of early cast-iron architecture with a classical façade and a neomudéjar-style interior. It opened as a theatre in 1885 equipped to hold 750 spectators. The great actress María Guerrero made her debut here, and later bought it. Since her death it has been in the hands of the state. You'll find it in the city centre close to both the Archaeology museum and the Wax museum. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fun comedy theatre |
Calle de las Tres Cruces 8-10 Madrid, Madrid 28013 Spain +34 91 531 8514 http://www.teatroentradas.com/ |
This theatre was originally Teatro Príncipe, though in 1997 it was also called the Palacio de las Variedades (Variety Show Palace). The programme, unlike the name, has gone unchanged. It is dedicated almost exclusively to comedy theatre. It is found in Madrid's main shopping district, where fashion shops, boutiques and the inevitable souvenir shops abound. Close by, there are numerous department stores, hotels and car-parks. The theatre is flanked by Gran Vía and Puerta del Sol, two of the city's busiest spots. Tickets can be bought in advance at the box office and by telephone. Review © 2007, Wcities |