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 Drinks and art |
Villanueva, 2 Madrid, Madrid 28001 Spain +34 91 577 2785 |
You can come here for a drink or dinner and enjoy the live baroque music performances every night at 9p and 10p. The decor is the most unique feature, and you will see various works of art of very different styles on display. It is a large place spread over two floors. Upstairs is the library with comfortable sofas where you can sit and chat the night away by the fireside, and downstairs is a dance floor. The clientele are mainly in their 30s. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 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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 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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Charming place with regular concerts |
Huertas, 57 Madrid, Madrid 28014 Spain +34 91 429 2947 http://www.cafeconciertolafidu... |
A legendary live music venue that attracts fans of jazz, blues, soul, and classical music. The clientele, mainly in their 30s, enjoy the relaxed atmosphere where they can sit and chat in peace. Look for the poster on the wall outside that advertises the music programme. Drinks: EUR4.80 if you are staying for one show, or EUR7.21 if you stay for both (9p & 11p). From mid-June to the end of August there are no live shows. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Spanish and foreign avant-garde artists |
Calle del Doctor Fourquet 12 Madrid, Madrid 28012 Spain +34 91 468 0506 http://www.helgadealvear.net galeria@helgdealvear.net |
This gallery promotes the latest trends in international plastic arts by showing the work of outstanding Spanish artists in the fields of video, photography and installations. Amongst others, you'll see creations by Daniel Canogar, Misuo Miura, Christine Davis, Roland Fischer, Karin Sander, Joan Fontcuberta, Frank Thiel and Javier Vallhonrat. 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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Avant-garde art close to Reina Sofía gallery |
Sánchez Bustillo, 7 Madrid, Madrid 28012 Spain +34 91 527 4000 http://www.salvadordiaz.net/ salvadordiaz@interlink.es, galeria@salvadordiaz.net |
With its reputation for always showing examples of original ideas and expression in the fields of photography and painting, it's worth making your way to this gallery before or after a visit to the nearby Reina Sofía gallery. You'll see some up-to-date modern art by the likes of Josume Amunarriz, José Manuel Ballester, Sylvie Bussières, José Manuel Ciria, David Díaz, Gabriel Díaz, Xavier Grau, Fabián Marcaccio, Juan Mercado, Fernando Pagola, José Sanleón and María Zárraga. 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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Cuban artists |
San Pedro, 5 Madrid, Madrid 28014 Spain +34 91 429 3208 http://www.galeriaangelromero.com info@galeriaangelromero.com |
One of only two Madrid galleries that concentrates on talented contemporary Cuban artists, you're likely to see work by the likes of José Bedia, Elena Blasco, Carlos Capelán, Ciuco Gutiérrez, Santiago R. del Hoyo, Chema Madoz, Armando Mariño, Isaac Montoya, Carlos Quintana and Bernardí Roig on display here. The gallery opened in 1985 and you'll find it close to the Prado Museum. Admission: free Review © 2007, Wcities |
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3-D films and documentaries |
Meneses, s/n Parque Enrique Tierno Galván Madrid, Madrid 28045 Spain +34 91 467 4800 http://www.imaxmadrid.com/ imaxmdr@imaxmadrid.com |
Thanks to its 3-D omnimax technology you'll experience sensations you've never felt before and believe you really are flying over the New York skyline or trekking through tropical jungle or scuba-diving in the Indian ocean. Nine seats have been adapted for disabled access. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Comedies and contemporary drama |
Marqués de Casa Riera, 2 Madrid, Madrid 28014 Spain +34 91 532 4437 / +34 91 532 4438 |
Its programming features a wide range of theatrical productions including comedy, horror, historical and musical theatre, as well as dance. It's a medium-sized theatre that holds up to 455 spectators and you'll find it alongside one of Madrid's major cultural centres (Círculo de Bellas Artes) in a beautiful listed building. It opened in 1961 and it's director, José Tamayo, uses it as a base for his own acting company. 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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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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Contemporary experimental theatre |
Calle de Alcalá 42 Madrid, Madrid 28014 Spain +34 91 360 5400 http://www.circulobellasartes.com exterior@circulobellasartes.com |
Theatre forms part of the cultural feast offered by the Círculo de Bellas Artes in the course of a season. The programme normally features a range of contemporary and experimental work in the Fernando de Rojas performance space. This is where you'll also get the chance to see the autumn festival of provincial theatre companies and some of the spring dance festival. Children's theatre shows are performed in the Sala de Columnas. It's worth visiting the delightful period cafeteria on the premises. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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