Teatro de la Zarzuela
Upcoming Events (7)
De lo emergente a lo consagrado
A classical evening at Teatro de la Zarzuela in Madrid, featuring a dialogue on nuances with Marisa Manchado and performances of the winning works from the Teatro de la Zarzuela's V Composition Prize. A refined program that traces the journey from emerging to established composers.
El gato montés
Spanish three-act opera El gato montés at Teatro de la Zarzuela in Madrid. Music and libretto by Manuel Penella bring a dramatic tale of passion and tragedy through flamenco-inflected motifs in an intimate theatre setting.
18 Ciervas
A new musical work by Sira Hernández, inspired by Rosana Acquaroni's poems, premieres at Teatro de la Zarzuela in Madrid. The story follows a mature woman who finds renewal through love and truth as lyrical verse meets contemporary music on an intimate stage.
Lied Recital: Marianne Crebassa & Alphonse Cemin
A refined Lied recital at Teatro de la Zarzuela as part of the CNDM Lied Cycle, featuring mezzo-soprano Marianne Crebassa with pianist Alphonse Cemin. The program includes Brahms, Mahler, and lesser-known composers, delivering intimate, lyrical art in Madrid.
Aquella ciudad, en otros tiempos
A culturally rich recital pairing pianist Antonio Galera's music with Elvira's writings, reflecting on how New York became a haven for dreamers and exiles in the 20th century. Set at Teatro de la Zarzuela in Madrid, this program explores displacement, memory, and transatlantic artistry.
Triana - Medea
Ballet Nacional de España performs Triana - Medea at Teatro de la Zarzuela in Madrid, with ORCAM musicians and José Granero’s choreography set to Manolo Sanlúcar’s score. A dramatic, immersive ballet reimagining Medea, staged in a historic Madrid venue.

Jugar con fuego
Marina Bollaín directs this adaptation of Barbieri’s zarzuela, a witty exploration of love and social norms staged at Madrid’s Teatro de la Zarzuela. The production blends traditional zarzuela with contemporary sensibilities, delivering a refined theatrical experience inside a historic Madrid venue.