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20th century painting and sculpture |
Avenida Américo Vespucio 2 Isla de la Cartuja Seville 41092 Spain +1 34 955 03 70 70 http://www.caac.es/ |
Located in an 18th century building, this contemporary art museum holds various collections that bring together numerous trends in painting and sculpture from the 20th century. Among the works here, you can admire collages, introduced by Juan Gris with his famous Cubist work Vaso, Botella y Periódico (Vase, Bottle, and Newspaper), in addition to diverse tendencies, from surrealism and expressionism to realist, abstract, futurist, or Dadist styles, by young artists who challenge your understanding and increase your appreciation for contemporary Andalusian art. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Alternative atmosphere, all day long |
Alameda de Hércules 83 Seville 41002 Spain +34 95 490 1954 |
This cafeteria-bar enjoys an ample spectrum of clientele. Often frequented by homosexuals, the atmosphere here is very avant-garde, with the most modern people in town. Starting at midday they serve tapas (hors-d'ouevre sized portions of local and traditional food), all vegetarian and very original. Later, after your afternoon coffee or tea, they will serve you whatever you desire. The music is the best thing here, if you like trip hop and other new musical trends. The nights here can be wild, with a mix of all types of people looking to meet new friends. Here it will be easy for you to do so. And every Wednesday they treat you to some type of show--musical, theatre, or comedy--that always seems to bend the rules a little. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Music and a Metropolitan Atmosphere |
Calle Vulcano 4 Seville 41002 Spain |
Located in the City Centre, in the popular Alameda de Hercules, there are several coffee shops and clubs which have very characteristic styles. They are the places where people going to write, read a book while drinking a coffee or to listen jazz; amongst these cafes stands out the Cafe Sonoro. It's a little hidden place that is small but a true gem of a coffee shop. Its outside terrace is usually very crowded when the weather is cooperating, and the inside has a sort of cosmopolitan feel to it with a soft lighting throughout. The club also offers popular music, at least for jazz lovers. There is also an impressive tea menu as well. Café Sonoro stays open late, so you can drink a coffee into the wee hours of the morning. -Joaquín Montaño Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Theatrical representations for children |
Calle Crédito 11 Seville 41002 Spain +34 95 490 0164 |
Since 1991 the Alameda Theatre has directed its shows to audiences comprised of children and adolescents. The specialization arrived from the need to fill the void in this sector in Seville and Andalusia. In fact, in Spain there are only five theatres of this type. This way, participation of schools in activities for school-aged children is increased. Each year about 60000 spectators visit the Alameda Theatre, as do more than 60 companies and about 200 shows. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Five Screens |
Calle Centro Comercial Plaza de Armas Plaza de Armas, s/n Seville 41006 Spain +34 95 439 1012 |
This cinema has 5 screens of between 125 and 240 tiered seats each, Dolby Digital Stereo, SDDS and DTS sound systems; it also has ramps and a lift for disabled access and disabled toilets. It is a completely modern cinema, incorporated within the shopping centre Plaza de Armas next to a multitude of diverse shops: clothing, sportswear, computers, music, photography, etc. In this shopping centre, you will find fast food restaurants and restaurants serving typically Andalusian dishes. You can also visit the Museum of Fine Arts of Seville here, and it is very close to the Guadalquivir River and the bus station Plaza de Armas. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Children's puppet theatre |
Calle Crédito 11 Crédito, 11 Seville 41002 Spain +34 95 4900164 |
Stemming from the idea that children don't always have easy access to puppet theaters, this fair hopes to provide a venue for this creative and playful theatrical art. Companies from all over the world meet during the month of May, and after 19 years running, it has become one of the most important in Europe. The fair offers a varied program that enables children to learn while they have fun. The Alameda Theatre transforms itself into the best possible stage for the Puppet Fair. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The most varied styles and influences |
Calle Goles 44 Seville 41002 Spain +34 95 490 2259 |
This gallery features styles ranging from classic to abstract art. The building, which is located on the banks of the Guadalquivir river, has three floors, one for each room, and these are linked by a spiral staircase. The exhibitions usually last about 15 days. In keeping with the art generally produced by Sevillian artists, the gallery tends to have more sculpture than other works on display, especially pieces using materials such as wood, bronze and iron. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Concentrates on murals |
Calle Castelar 40 Seville 41003 Spain +34 95 491 5668 |
As well as the exhibitions of paintings, sculpture, collages, etc. displayed in this gallery, most of the works are painted murals, a genre typical of the 20s when murals were more popular than paintings done on the more traditional easel. The work of young artists who use this style shows a great desire to express and reflect the magnitude of social scenes, and they challenge the observer to study and appreciate them. The temporary exhibitions tend to last about 20 days and are then replaced by new work. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Exhibition of abstract art |
Calle De Miguel Cid 80 Seville 41002 Spain |
This gallery in the centrally-located San Lorenzo area has put on more than 200 exhibitions, the majority of which have been of paintings and photographs, and on occasion sculptures and performances. The exhibitions change every 20 days. There has been a common strand linking them all, and the predominant tendency is abstract more than representational art; above all there is a preference for personal styles. As well as enjoying the art, you can also have a drink and try some typical Sevillian food in the bar downstairs. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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House owned by the Alba family |
Calle Dueñas 5 Seville 41003 Spain +34 95 422 0956 |
This palace is the property and residence of the Duchess of Alba, the person with the most noble titles in Spain. The Machado brothers were born here, and this fact is depicted in the painted tiles on the palace's outside walls, otherwise built of brick. Although it is not open to the public, it is worth having a look at from the outside. Its central location means that you are likely to walk past it on a stroll through the centre anyway. The palace gate is a typical place to have your photo taken, with the flower-filled courtyard in the background. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Modern systems |
Alameda de Hércules Seville 41002 Spain http://www.cineciudad.com |
The Multiscreen Cinema Alameda is one of the leading cinema complexes in Spain. Its four screens are equipped with the most up-to-date sound and projection systems such as THX and Dolby Digital Stereo. Located in the distinctive Alameda, where from the early hours on Sundays you can enjoy a very interesting market. A variety of products from antiques to the most daring items make this place a very exciting market in which to go shopping. The area around the Alameda also stands out for its atmospheric bohemian bars, serving traditional tapas and their characteristic beers. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Trade fair for Easter Week brotherhoods |
Glorieta Palacio de Exposiciones y Congresos Avenida Alcalde Luis Uruñuela Seville 41020 Spain +34 95 447 8700 http://www.fibes.es |
Before Holy Week, those interested in cofradías (lay brotherhoods that organize religious processions) get together in Seville to discuss their art at Munarco, which has been celebrated since 1997. Such is the tradition of this event in Sevillian life that more and more people each year come to learn about the various aspects of the world of the Sevillian Brotherhoods, who bring their own unique goods and even their formal processions, assuring the great beauty of this get-together. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Pure feeling and passion for jazz |
Calle Trajano 47 Seville 41002 Spain +34 95 438 2485 http://www.naimacafejazz.com/ |
Live trio and quartet jazz performances make up an unforgettable atmosphere. The walls of this small and cozy place are covered with black and white pictures of mythical jazz figures who have played at the San Sebastian and Vitoria Jazz Festivals. Their desserts and cakes will sweeten you up during afternoons and evenings. If you order a coffee, you get a delicious chocolate with it. You can also order alcoholic or soft drinks at any time. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Dedicated exclusively to engravings |
Calle San Vicente 32 Seville 41002 Spain |
Engravings are the kind of art you can see in this gallery. They have a permanent collection of works of this kind, as well as putting on exhibitions every two weeks or so by artists who specialise in engravings. This is just one exhibition room, where as well as looking at the engravings exhibited, you can also learn a lot of information about this little-known art. The mueseum is located in the centre of Seville, near the Roeal Maestranza Bull-Ring, The Golden Tower and the Guadalquivir river. Admission is free, and there are special opening times if you make an appointment by phone. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Musical montage |
11 Calle Bustos Tavera Seville, Seville 41003 Spain +34 (0)954 22 2029 http://www.elperroandaluz.es/B... |
El Perro Andaluz goes all out with its selection of music and fine arts. From pop, soul and R&B, to rock, blues, country, reggae and flamenco; this venue houses all kinds of musical concerts. For those who expect more, occasional monologues and short films are featured at the events menu. The entry is free and the cafe offers a good food and beverage selection for the music aficionados who gather here. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Alternative shows |
Calle Sol 5 Seville Spain +34 95 422 5165 http://www.salacero.com/index.swf |
Located a few metres from the theatre La Imperdible and with more than one hundred seats, this theatre is a focus for non-conventional performances and those that are not given space in public auditoriums. It also has a bar. It is situated in the San Lorenzo District, which offers the visitor the opportunity to learn little-known facts of the old city, its straight streets, convents and monasteries such as the Santa Paula or Santa Ana. The ticket office is open after 7p. Discounts available for students and on couples' day. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Alternative shows |
Plaza de San Antonio de Padua 9 Seville 41002 Spain +34 95 438 8219 http://www.imperdible.org/prod... |
Located in the popular district of San Lorenzo, it is the leading Sevillian alternative theatre. It has more than a hundred tiered seats that give this playhouse a welcoming feel. Its stage has served as a launch pad for numerous groups from within and outside Andalusia. To get to the place you will have to go through a small patio that divides the theatre into two spaces. On one side is the auditorium and on the other the bar that serves as a meeting point. Near the theatre and in the same square of San Lorenzo can be found the basilica of Jesus del Gran Poder. There are a number of bars in this area where you can find the cuisine of Andalusia, the Basque Country and other regions of Spain. The ticket office is open on Thursday to Saturday from 7p to 11p and on Sunday from 6p to 8p. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Theatrical training course and performances |
Calle Sol 5 Seville 41003 Spain +34 95 422 5165 |
This is a small theatre which is known by many to have intersting productions and theatrical training courses throughout the year: script writing, theatrical direction and expression. Located close to the Plaza de los Terceros, it is also near to the squares of San Roman and San Marcos, famous for their 'pasos' (the religious statues that are carried in the Holy Week processions). You can also find in the area some of the most prestigious bars of the city, such as El Tremendo, well known for its excellent beer and as the meeting place of the youngsters during the weekends. The ticket office is open from 7p. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A dance club for all tastes |
Avenida Torneo 43 Seville 41002 Spain +34 95 490 1430 / +34 95 437 5012 |
This is both a concert hall and fashionable dance club with music for all tastes and trends. The normal line-up is completely eclectic, running from salsa to flamenco, with a little bit of hip-hop thrown in. For concert lovers, they offer an extensive selection of rock, local, regional, national, and foreign music. In addition, Salamandra is known for the shows that pay tribute to great bands, such as the Rolling Stones, and for its funk music theme nights. Likewise, the afterhours includes DJs that, although a bit repetitive from one week to the next, play good dance music. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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On Cartuja Island |
Calle De José de Gálvez Isla de la Cartuja Seville 41092 Spain +34 95 446 0780 http://www.teatrocentral.com |
This public theatre houses all types of avant-garde art, with plays, groups and music, dance and theatre. Situated in Isla de la Cartuja, the place where Expo '92 was held, next to a unique amusement park called Magic Island, it is also next to the Parque Tecnologico Cartuja 93 and the Guadalquivir River, two of its most attractive bridges Alamillo and Barqueta, that enter Torneo street, the main entrance to the well known Alameda district. It has disabled access and toilets. The ticket office is open 10a-2p & 6p-9p. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Theatre and School Seasons |
Calle Crédito 13 Seville 41002 Spain +34 95 490 0164 |
Managed by the city's Ayuntamiento (Town Hall), this theatre was recovered after the Universal Exhibition Expo '92. It also houses the Centro Andaluz de Danza. Its programming is specially aimed at children from Seville with the Theatre and School season. Every year its programming also includes a sample of the work of the University theatre. It has disabled access and toilets and is situated next to Guadalquivir river and the Barqueta bridge, but what characterises it is its location in the Alameda de Hercules area, where the bohemian mixes with the avant-garde and the extravagant, and where there are plenty of bars, drinks and fun. Also in this area is the monastery of San Clemente. Ticket office hours: 11a-2p & 6p-9p. Performances for students Tuesdays and Fridays at 10a and/or midday. Open performances: Friday 6p. Review © 2007, Wcities |