Intellectual Events & Talks in Madrid

Presentación ‘Ateneos flamencos’

2026-03-21T00:00:00

art

A Madrid-based presentation introduces Ateneos Flamencos, a new network dedicated to spreading and studying the art of Jondo. The talk outlines the group's aims, its role in Madrid's flamenco scene, and how these flamenco 'athenaeums' will foster education and cultural exchange.

Cómo son cuando miran

2026-03-21T00:00:00

Nave 73

art

A contemporary art exhibition at Nave 73 in Madrid exploring how we see and interpret the world. The show presents immersive visuals and photography that invite reflection on perception and gaze, set in a cutting-edge urban venue.

CNDM. Carlos Bollo y Nadal Roig

2026-03-21T12:00:00

Auditorio Nacional de Música

music

CNDM presents Carlos Bollo and Nadal Roig in a classical recital at Madrid's Auditorio Nacional de Música. The program promises intimate virtuosity in the iconic concert hall, blending refined technique with elegant, expressive music.

Boris Skossyreff: The Impostor King

2026-03-21T18:00:00

Cineteca Madrid - Matadero

film

A compelling screening on 21 March 2026 at 18:00 of Boris Skossyreff: The Impostor King at Cineteca Madrid - Matadero. This documentary-like program traces the audacious ascent of Boris Skossyreff, a con man who proclaimed himself king, and unpacks the bizarre episode in early 20th-century Europe.

Una hija en Tokio

2026-03-21T18:30:00

Cineteca Madrid - Matadero

film

Screening of Una hija en Tokio at Cineteca Madrid - Matadero in Madrid on 2026-03-21 at 18:30. An intimate cinema evening at the iconic Matadero venue, offering a chance to experience contemporary storytelling on the big screen.

À bras-le-corps

2026-03-21T20:30:00

Cineteca Madrid - Matadero

film

A screening of the French film À bras-le-corps at Cineteca Madrid – Matadero, offering an intimate cinematic evening in the iconic cultural complex. The program spotlights French cinema with a moody, thought-provoking drama that invites reflection and conversation in a venue known for its archival screenings.

La fabuleuse histoire de BasarKus

2026-03-22T00:00:00

theater

A magical theatre piece telling the fabulous story of BasarKus on a Madrid stage. This live production blends storytelling with theatre craft, inviting audiences to a spellbinding tale at a Madrid venue.

EBMT Congress

2026-03-22T00:00:00

IFEMA Madrid

conference

EBMT Congress is the European Society for Blood and Marrow Transplantation's annual meeting, uniting clinicians and researchers at IFEMA in Madrid to exchange advances in hematology, transplantation, and patient care.

Lope de Aguirre, traidor

2026-03-22T00:00:00

La Grada

Historical drama about the infamous conquistador Lope de Aguirre, Traidor, staged in Madrid. Set in La Grada, the play blends period detail with intense performances, inviting audiences to explore ambition, betrayal, and power in a tense, memorable theater experience.

Gordas, lisiadas y mamarrachas

2026-03-22T00:00:00

Teatro del Barrio. Desde: 15/05/

theater

An edgy Madrid theatre piece staged at Teatro del Barrio, delivering bold social commentary through provocative storytelling. The show, Gordas, lisiadas y mamarrachas, invites adult audiences to confront stereotypes with dark humor and intense performances in an intimate venue.

Pasaporte de los Museos de Metro

2026-03-22T00:00:00

art

Join a free cultural passport to visit eight grand, secret Madrid Metro stations. A citywide program curated by EsMadrid that invites locals and visitors to explore hidden architecture and stations, with guided insights and routes through the underground network.

Juguetes Reales

2026-03-22T10:00:00

Galería de las Colecciones Reales

art

On view at the Galería de las Colecciones Reales, Madrid, from 16 Dec to 5 Apr, Juguetes Reales presents objects of leisure and learning from the Spanish monarchy in the late 19th to early 20th century. A family-friendly museum exhibit that sheds light on royal daily life through toys and objects.

Dinoverse: viaje a la era de los dinosaurios

2026-03-22T11:00:00

Nomad Museo Inmersivo

art

Step into the dinosaur era with this immersive exhibition at Nomad Museo Inmersivo in Madrid. Explore life-sized fossils, interactive installations, and hands-on experiences that bring the prehistoric world to life for curious visitors and families.

Maestrissimo - Yllana

2026-03-22T13:00:00

Gran Teatro CaixaBank Príncipe Pío

Satirical, musical portrait of the 18th century from the Spanish company Yllana. A witty, tongue-in-cheek show blending theatre and live music, staged at Gran Teatro CaixaBank Príncipe Pío in Madrid. A lively, clever take on historical manners and intrigue.

Yo sobreviví a la EGB

2026-03-22T17:00:00

Teatro Infanta Isabel

theater

A solo show by Jordi Meca, Yo sobreviví a la EGB, revisits school days of the 1980s and 1990s. Performed at Teatro Infanta Isabel in Madrid, this reflective monologue blends nostalgia with humor about growing up in Spain, with performances on Apr 26 and Jun 7 & 28.

Casi ninguna verdad

2026-03-22T18:00:00

Teatro Valle-Inclán - Sala Francisco Nieva

theater

Spanish-language drama 'Casi ninguna verdad' at Teatro Valle-Inclán, Sala Francisco Nieva in Madrid. A provocative play exploring lies and the construction of reality, staged in a contemporary setting from March 6 to April 12; performance on March 22 at 18:00.

Utopía en llamas

2026-03-22T18:00:00

Teatro María Guerrero - Sala de la Princesa

theater

An urgent, poetic theatre piece addressing women’s trafficking, staged at Teatro María Guerrero’s Sala de la Princesa in Madrid from March 20 to April 26. This socially charged drama blends poetry with stark storytelling to expose gender-based violence and resilience.

La vie après Siham

2026-03-22T18:30:00

Cineteca Madrid - Matadero

film

Screening of La vie après Siham at Cineteca Madrid - Matadero in Madrid. This French-language film is shown in the iconic cinema, offering a thought-provoking, intellectual viewing in a premier cultural venue on March 22, 2026 at 18:30.

Cartas de mujeres

2026-03-22T18:30:00

Teatro Sanpol

theater

An English-language summary: A stage adaptation of Jacinto Benavente's play about women's psychology, staged at Teatro Español in Madrid. This intimate drama unfolds through sharp dialogue and nuanced performances, running March 19–April 5, 2026.

El Señor de los Anillos

2026-03-22T19:00:00

Wellington Hotel

music

Immerse yourself in a candlelit live rendition of The Lord of the Rings score performed by a classical ensemble at the Wellington Hotel in Madrid. On March 22, 2026, enjoy epic themes, lush orchestration, and a cinematic atmosphere in an intimate venue.

Niebla

2026-03-22T19:30:00

Nave 10, Matadero Madrid

theater

Niebla is a contemporary theater piece staged at Nave 10, Matadero Madrid, running Tue–Sun from March 20 to April 12. Set in an industrial venue, the performance evokes memory through fog-filled scenes and immersive design, offering an atmospheric, intellectual experience in Madrid's cultural hub.

Gigante

2026-03-22T19:30:00

Teatro Bellas Artes

José María Pou stars in a tragicomedy about the power of words at Teatro Bellas Artes in Madrid, Feb 20–Mar 22, 2026. This sharp theatre piece blends tragedy and humor to explore language's grip on power.

El nudo gordiano

2026-03-22T19:30:00

Teatro Sanpol

theater

El nudo gordiano is a Spanish-language stage adaptation of Johnna Adams's play about childhood and difficult decisions, staged at Teatro Español in Madrid. The production runs February 10–March 22, 2026, with a performance on March 22 at 19:30. A thought-provoking, intimate drama that delves into parental and personal choices in a stark, contemporary setting.

Constelaciones

2026-03-22T20:00:00

Teatro Valle-Inclán - Sala Francisco Nieva

theater

Sergio Peris-Mencheta stages Nick Payne's Constelaciones at Teatro Valle-Inclán in Madrid, a contemporary drama about parallel lives and choices. An intimate, thought-provoking production in a historic venue.

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