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 Live Music Venue & Disco |
Princesa, 1 Madrid, Madrid 28008 Spain +34 91 547 5711 http://www.salarena.com jmaestro@salarena.com |
A multi-purpose venue that has taken over from where Ku left off, it holds large-scale events like movie premiere parties and concerts by well-known groups. The last Thursday of each month it houses Space, Ibiza's celebrated nightclub, with renowned DJs. On disco nights be prepared to wait a long time in the queue before getting in. There are a few tables by the main entrance where you can sit away from all the action and talk. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Live music & readings |
Plaza de las Comendadoras 1 Madrid, Madrid 28015 Spain +34 91 531 6277 |
A classic example of relaxed neighbourhood bar where all sorts of people feel at home. You'll be mixing with local residents who pop in every day for a chat, mild-mannered youngsters avoiding their rowdier age-group and ordinary couples looking for a quiet night out. You can stay really late and not drink that much and you'll never be made to feel uncomfortable by the staff. In summer there's an outdoor terrace on the charming little square, Plaza de las Comendadoras. During the cold winter months regulars snuggle up in any of the cosy booths. It's worth coming for the regular programme of live music and literary recitals and canapés are served late into the night. If you're not drinking alcohol, you can choose from a wide variety of coffees and teas. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 US-style bar with live music |
Calle Serrano Jover 5 Madrid, ES 28015 Spain +34 (0)91 543 0176 |
A North American-style bar/restaurant—opened by ex-tennis star John McEnroe—that's equipped for live music. You'll hear rock, blues and jazz from Wednesday to Sunday nights. As for the food, you can choose from the usual BBQ ribs and hamburgers at reasonable prices. The informal bar is upstairs and the restaurant is downstairs along with a large-screen TV for music videos. There are 30 tables surrounded by a decor of exposed brick walls covered with musical instruments and photos of famous performers. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Movies Under the Stars |
Parque de la Bombilla Avenida de Valladolid, s/n Madrid 28008 Spain |
During July and August you can enjoy a movie under the stars while you enjoy a soda or smoke a cigarrette. The most popular venue is Parque de la Bombilla, which hosts Fescinal, the Festival de Cine al Aire Libre (Outdoors Film Festival). Every night, in one of the screens they show two movies dedicated to an actor or actress, and in the other, two movies for all ages and Spanish films. In Pabellón La Pipa (Casa de Campo), they show two recent movies, and in the Ciudad Lineal Auditorium (calle José del Hierro, s/n) a different movie every day. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 From barracks to a cultural centre |
Travesía Del Conde Duque Madrid 28015 Spain +34 91 588 5834 |
A focal point for industrious students, teachers and researchers, this old barracks complex now contains the city's historical archives, the newspaper and periodical library, a video library, two concerts halls and six exhibition spaces. In summer, there's always an interesting programme of live concerts held outdoors in the beautiful courtyard. You can enjoy the music and a relaxing drink in the wonderful surroundings. Pedro de Ribera designed the building, with its attractive baroque façade, during the reign of Felipe V in the 18th century to house the King's Royal Guard. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Various genres |
Calle De Bravo Murillo 120 Madrid 28020 Spain +34 91 536 3055 |
You can see a varied selection of cinematic genre(including children's films) in its five screens. There are normally three daily sessions starting at 4p and you're assigned a numbered seat. Screen one has disabled access. You'll find it close to Cuatro Caminos roundabout, an area that's popular with shoppers looking for clothes and shoes in particular. If you're hungry, Cafetería Nebraska is on the other side of the road selling excellent hot dogs. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Flamenco roots, art and emotions |
Teatro Albéniz Paz, 11 Madrid 28012 Spain +34 91 531 8311 |
Madrid's most important flamenco festival brings together all the best singers, dancers and musicians on the current scene, old and young. You'll get the chance to see and hear the likes of Juan Carmona (Habichuela), Manuel Soto (Sordera), Jos de la Tomasa, Paco de Luca, Blanca del Rey and Enrique Morente. There's always a special event to pay tribute to a flamenco legend of the past and one of the festival's participating artists is awarded a prestigious prize. A few days before performances start, a program of parallel activities is organized that includes talks and presentations given by music critics and flamenco experts. Admission: EUR15-21. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Comedians, singer-songwriters & salsa |
Calle de Galileo 100 Madrid, Madrid 28015 Spain +34 91 534 7557 / +34 91 534 7558 http://www.salagalileogalilei.com |
A long-established venue for live acts, this club acts as a showcase for stand-up comics and singer-songwriters. Recently, it has become popular with the Salsa crowd at weekends. Large groups are well catered for and you only have to pay a cover charge when there is a performance on, although that is most nights. For snacks, you can choose from croissants, Empanada (meat-filled pastry) or Quiche, and there is the usual range of beers, wines, soft drinks and mixed drinks on offer. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Independent films in their original languages |
Princesa, 3 Madrid, Madrid 28008 Spain +34 91 541 4100 |
Part of the Renoir chain, whose policy is to show a percentage of both commercial and art house films. You'll get the opportunity to see small-scale Spanish films and international movies in their original languages (with subtitles in Spanish) that will not be shown in mainstream cinemas. There are nine screens with between two and four showings daily, plus a late show on Friday and Saturdays. The first showing normally starts at 4pm. You're assigned numbered seats except for the first daily showing, on Fridays, Saturdays, public holidays and the day before holidays. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Original language films in small cinema |
Quintana, 22 Madrid, Madrid 28008 Spain +34 91 541 5800 |
It shows quality films in the original language version that would not be shown elsewhere in Madrid or that have gone out of circulation. It's a small, comfortable, single screen cinema with room for 360 spectators. There are four daily sessions, the first starting at 4:30p. After the movie you can spend a relaxing evening in the bars on nearby Paseo del Pintor Rosales. Admission is EUR4; EUR5 on Sa, Su and holiday; EUR3 on Wednesdays. 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 |
 Contemporary theatre in old church |
Calle de Fernández de los Ríos 42 Madrid, Madrid 28015 Spain +34 91 448 1181 http://www.teatroabadia.com abadia@teatroabadia.com |
Its resident theatre company has made a niche for itself in Madrid's theatre world by presenting plays by major international playwrights (mainly English) along with classical Spanish drama and occasional alternative pieces. The company is directed by José Luis Gómez who has brought together a group of talented young actors and actresses and led them to great success. The building stands on the remains of a church and abbey, hence the name. In fact, what is now the auditorium roof was the church's original domed ceiling. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Contemporary dance, ballet & flamenco |
Avenida de la Ilustración La Vaguada Madrid, Madrid 28029 Spain +34 91 740 5274 / +34 91 740 5292 http://www.teatromadrid.com artibus@teatromadrid.com |
The most important international dance companies have made this theatre their home in Madrid. It is used for contemporary, ballet, flamenco and zarzuela (Spanish opera). Some companies that have performed here include the Compañía Nacional de Danza, the American Ballet Company, Momix and Culbert Ballet. The theatre seats 800 people (the first nine rows with access for the disabled), and it is one of the principle venues for children's musicals around Christmas time. It was inaugurated in 1992 when Madrid was the European Culture Capital. Teatro de Madrid is in a modern neighbourhood, to the north of the capital, and is close to La Vaguada shopping mall, with restaurants, bars and cinemas. Review © 2007, Wcities |