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May brings movement to the Costa Blanca calendar. In Torrevieja, the Feria de Mayo Andalusian festival culture with casetas, sevillanas, flamenco and long evenings in the city. Calp sets the tone with the Firacalp The city of Dénia focuses on gastronomy, trade and local businesses, while La Nucía brings together sport, workshops and gastronomic formats. In Dénia, culture moves out of the city centre with street art, dance and exhibitions. There is also theatre in Altea and Benidorm, concerts in Torrevieja, Alicante and Villajoyosa as well as smaller events that are often closer to everyday life than the big event poster. The calendar of events in May shows the Costa Blanca between local stage, neighbourhood, music, market and fiesta - from Dénia to Torrevieja.
03 May, 10.00 to 14.00 - La Calle del Arte. Calle Santísimo Cristo, Poble Antic de Calp. Art on the street instead of behind museum doors: Calle Santísimo Cristo becomes an open art mile in the old town centre. The event always takes place on the first Sunday of the month. Organised by the Concejalía de Cultura Calp.
07 May 2026, 20:00 - Conference: Guardia Civil and historical heritage. Saló d'Actes, Seu Universitària de Calp - Casa Nova. Raúl Berenguer González talks about the work of the Guardia Civil in the protection of historical heritage. Sounds dry, but it's a pretty exciting look behind the scenes of monument and cultural heritage protection. Organised by Universitat d'Alacant, Ajuntament de Calp and UCO.
08 May, 20.00 to 22.00 - Calp Piano Festival: Jean-Paul Gasparian. Auditorio, Casa de la Cultura. The Parisian pianist Jean-Paul Gasparian opens the musical month of May in Calp. Internationally acclaimed, multi-award-winning, on Friday evening with free admission to the Auditorio. Seats are available as long as the hall plays along. Organised by the Concejalía de Cultura.
09 May, 9.30 a.m. - Sendero Azul de Calalga a Bassetes 2026. Starting point according to registration / Calalga-Bassetes route. Guided coastal walk in Spanish, 3.2 kilometres, around two hours. Free of charge, but with registration. A good opportunity to take in this stretch of coast not just in passing. Organised by the Ajuntament de Calp.
09 May, 11.30 a.m. - Lecture: Aspectos clave en el impacto visual, Saló Blau, Casa de Cultura. José Benito Ruiz talks about visual impact - a topic for all those who not only want to look at images, but want to understand them. Free entry as long as seats are available. Organised by Ajuntament de Calp, Concejalía de Cultura, Foto Club Ifach and other partners.
15 May, 20.00 - Calp Piano Festival: Congyu Wang. Auditorio, Casa de la Cultura. Second evening of the Calp Piano Festival. Congyu Wang plays in the auditorium of the Casa de la Cultura. Free admission up to capacity, recommended for audiences aged eight and over. Organised by Ajuntament de Calp and Concejalía de Cultura.
21 May, 20.00 - XV International Winter-Spring Music Festival: Camerata Virtuosi. Auditorio, Casa de la Cultura. „Una noche de solistas“ with Joaquín Pall Palomares, Joaquín Palomares and David Apellániz. Classical evening with two violins and violoncello. Admission: 15 euros at the box office, booking via info@pal-music.com
Organised by Ajuntament de Calp and Concejalía de Cultura.
21 May to Sunday 24 May - Firacalp 2026 - Plaza Mayor. The XVI edition of the gastronomy and trade fair brings local businesses, food, meetings and business to the Plaza Mayor. Calp doesn't show its glossy side here, but what counts in everyday life: Gastronomy, trade, neighbourhood. Organised by Ajuntament de Calp, OBRI'T A CALP and Empresarios de Calpe.
29 May, 20.00 - Calp Piano Festival: István I. Székely. Auditorio, Casa de la Cultura. Another piano concert in the Auditorio at the end of the month. István I. Székely plays as part of the Calp Piano Festival. Admission free up to capacity, audience aged eight and over. Organised by Ajuntament de Calp and Concejalía de Cultura.
30 May, 21.00 - Theatre: Bienvenidos a bordo. Auditorio, Casa de la Cultura. The group „L@s Divin@s“ will be performing „Bienvenidos a bordo“ under the direction of Maite López. An evening of theatre with free admission, as long as seats are available. Organised by Ajuntament de Calp and Centre Cívic de la Tercera Edat.
02 May, 18.00 - Vivo Vivaldi. Palau Altea. Vivaldi, but not in textbook mode: „Vivo Vivaldi“ combines music, movement and contemporary stage work to create a journey through the four seasons. The piece was developed by 10&10-Narváez, Runde, Sanz with the Cia. Teatro Español y 10&10 Crega. Suitable for children, young people and adults.
03 May, 19.00 - ¡Por fin me voy! Palau Altea. Carles Sans, known from his long time with Tricicle, comes to Altea with a new solo evening. Everyday life, idiosyncrasies, farewell thoughts and plenty of timing: the actor turns small observations into great comedy. Co-directed by José Corbacho. The performance will be in Spanish.
09 May, 10.00 to 14.00 - Taller de narración oral: Te cuento. Casa de Cultura Altea. Anyone can tell stories? Not quite. This workshop with Marisela Romero is about how an idea becomes a narrated moment. The session on 9 May marks the end of the four-part workshop. The course will be held in Spanish. Participation only for the entire workshop with four dates. Registration via www.alteacultural.com/inscripcio
09 May, 20.00 - Teatro: El Futuro. Palau Altea. With „El Futuro“, the Cia. Gaudint Teatre brings a theatre journey across Europe to the stage - outwardly on the road, inwardly no less. Between drama, comedy, friendship and unanswered questions, there is plenty of food for thought. Duration: approx. 105 minutes. The performance will be in Spanish.
17 May, 19.00 - Teatro: La Ternura. Palau Altea. Shakespeare sends his regards, Alfredo Sanzol rewrites the classic: „La Ternura“ is a comedy about love, protection, confusion and the fallacy of being able to control feelings. The play was awarded the Premio Max for best theatre play in 2019. A queen, two princesses, a supposedly deserted island - and of course nothing goes according to plan. Duration: 120 minutes. The performance is in Spanish. Admission: 20 to 24 euros.
31 May, 18.30 - Teatre: M'entens o t'ho explique? Palau Altea. The Cia. Pla i Revés brings Valencian theatre to the stage at the end of the month. „M'entens o t'ho explique?“ sounds like a clear message even in the title - and probably after a few misunderstandings along the way. Admission: 12 euros. Tickets via members of the Comissió del Crist or via bit.ly/entrades31maig.
Until 04 May, 18.00 - Exhibition: Campo Abierto, Ernst Kraft Espai d'Art Contemporani La Barbera, C. Huit de Maig, s/n. Abstraction meets figure, light meets shadow: Ernst Kraft shows works that are not loud, but have a long-lasting effect. The exhibition has been running since 6 March and will remain on display until 4 May.
05 May, 18.00 - Cinema: El jovencito Frankenstein. Auditorio Centro Social. Mel Brooks’ 1974 classic brings Frankenstein to the screen without pathos, but with speed and absurd humour. Presented by Sebastián Antón. Suitable for all ages. Duration: 105 minutes.
Saturday, 9 May 2026, 5.00 pm - Concert XIV Concurs de Tuba. Tuba in a competitive context: the Agrupació Musical Mediterraneo puts the spotlight on an instrument that otherwise often works in the background. The concert starts at 5.00 pm. Organised by the Agrupació Musical Mediterraneo.
16 May, 19.00 - Dance: La Finitud, Cía. Sara Calero. Teatre Auditori, Concepción Aragonés, 2nd Flamenco, dance and music as a reflection on transience: Sara Calero brings an intense piece for an adult audience to the stage with three musicians. Duration: 75 minutes.
23 May, 18:00 - Puppet theatre: Jagillé, el porquet verdblau. Auditorio Centro Social. A grey wild boar dreams itself into other colours, shapes and identities - and in the end has to find out who it really is. Puppet theatre in Valencian for families with children aged five and over. Duration: 50 minutes. Limited places, invitations are available one month before the performance.
30 May, 19.00 - Music: Brontë, Guiem Soldevila. Jardín Doña Concha La Barbera. The Menorcan musician Guiem Soldevila combines folk, pop, literature and stage poetry with the textual worlds of the Brontë sisters. With voice, piano, guitar, cello, flute, dance and narration. An evening for an adult audience that works quietly rather than relying on big effects.
31 May, 12.00 pm - Concert OCA Ateneu Musical. Auditorio Centro Social. Music at the end of the month: The Societat Ateneu Musical invites you to a concert in the Auditorio Centro Social. It starts at 12.00 noon. Organised by the Societat Ateneu Musical.
03 May, 10.00 am - Mercado del coleccionismo e intercambio filatélico . Bajos del antiguo Casal Jove, Calle Francisco Sendra, 2nd Stamps, coins, old items and small finds with a history: the collectors' and swap market in Benissa is not for those in a hurry, but just right for anyone who likes to browse. Admission free. Organised by the Agrupación Filatélica y Numismática Benissa.
Until 18 May, Tuesday to Saturday, 6 p.m. to 8.30 p.m. - Exhibition Certamen pintura Salvador Soria. Centro de Arte Taller Ivars, Plaça Germans Ivars. The Taller Ivars is showing works from the Salvador Soria painting competition. A quiet art event for the early evening - with enough time to look, compare and discuss. Free admission. Closed on public holidays and during the festival week from 27 April to 3 May.
09 May, 19:00 and 22:00 and 10 May, 18:00 and 21:00 - Cinema: Kraken. El Libro Negro de las Horas. Saló Cultural, Calle Pare Andreu Ivars, 21, 3rd floor. Spanish thriller with Alejo Sauras, Maggie Civantos and Natalia Rodríguez. Intrigue, police, family - not the kind of film you can watch while sorting through WhatsApp messages. Not recommended for children under 12. Organised by the Ayuntamiento de Benissa.
16 May, 19:00 and 22:00 and 17 May, 18:00 and 21:00 - Cinema: Michael, Saló Cultural, Calle Pare Andreu Ivars, 21, 3rd floor. Biographical music drama about Michael Jackson, directed by Antoine Fuqua, with Jaafar Jackson, Nia Long, Laura Harrier, Miles Teller and Colman Domingo. Two screenings - for pop history with a cinema instead of a streaming couch. Not recommended for children under 12. Organised by the Ayuntamiento de
10 May, 18.00 - Santi Marcilla: „Despierta! Estás soñando. Ellos también“
Auditorio Teulada Moraira. Not a classic magic box evening: Santi Marcilla works with illusion, mentalism and perception - in other words, with the very moment when you in the audience briefly wonder whether your own head is still playing along or has secretly dropped out. A live experience between magic, sensory illusion and amazement.
16 May, 20:00 - The 80’s Symphony by Neon Collective
Auditorio Teulada Moraira. The Cure, U2 and Depeche Mode meet orchestral power: Neon Collective brings more than 40 musicians to the stage and turns the great 80s anthems into a symphonic tribute format. For everyone who knows „Enjoy the Silence“ - and would like to hear it with significantly more strings.
02 May to 3 May - Campeonato de España Raids Aventura. La Nucía Ciudad del Deporte, stadium and outdoor areas. The Spanish Raid Aventura Championship brings orientation, endurance and teamwork to La Nucía. Two days of sports programme on and around the facilities of the Ciudad del Deporte. Open to the public.
06 March , 18.00 - Exhibition: Campo Abierto, Ernst Kraft. The art exhibition „Campo Abierto“ by Ernst Kraft opened on 6 March. A quiet art date in La Nucía's calendar - with considerably less pulse than the sporting events, but certainly no less eye-catching.
05 May to 23 June - Talleres Xarxa Salut. La Nucía, health and parenting space. Nine free sessions for mums and dads on parenting, everyday family life and living with children. The workshops are led by specialists from the Centro de Salud and the Centro de Especialidades La Nucía. Practical, close to everyday life and safe without a glossy pedagogical filter.
07 May, 10.00 a.m. - Jornada Redes Sociales con IA. Lab_Nucia. A workshop for companies that know they need to be more present online - but never know what to post. Topic: How artificial intelligence can help with ideas, texts, editorial plans and social media structure. Organised in collaboration with the OAP by FEMPA.
09 May to 10 May - Torxa Esculta. Ciutat Esportiva Camilo Cano, La Nucía. More than 200 young scouts from the Comunitat Valenciana will compete against each other in various sporting competitions over two intensive days. La Nucía does what La Nucía often does: make full use of its sports facilities.
09 May, until , 12 May - II GastroWeekend. CEM Captivador. Four-day gastronomic programme following the success of the first edition. Seats for culinary experiences and a special general subscription with only 50 seats will be on sale. Tickets via www.elxato.com and www.lanuciagastronomica.com.
09 May - Gastro Day. CEM Captivador. A gastronomic meeting with a menu of chefs from the province. Not a quick snack, but rather a programme for anyone who wants to know what regional cuisine can do when professionals work around a table. Tickets via www.elxato.com and www.lanuciagastronomica.com.
10 May - Gastro Market. CEM Captivador. Gastronomy market with more than 20 products and live music. Admission is free. A good opportunity to sample local products without having to book a full menu.
10 May , 19.00 - Concert of the Unió Musical de La Nucía with Rubén Simeó
l'Auditori La Nucía. The Unió Musical de La Nucía performs together with the internationally experienced trumpeter Rubén Simeó. A concert evening for all those who don't confuse brass band music with village fair clichés. Tickets at the box office of l'Auditori and online via culturalanucia.com.
16 May - VI Día de la Familia. Pabellón La Muixara. The Family Day takes place at Pabellón La Muixara and is open to the public. An event with a clear message: less programme, more afternoon together.
16 May, 20.00 - Zarzuela: La Revoltosa. L'Auditori La Nucía. Spanish musical theatre in the Auditori: „La Revoltosa“ brings zarzuela to the stage - lively, classical and with enough temperament not to spend the evening sitting down. Tickets via culturalanucia.com
17 May - Concentration of classic trucks and vintage cars. Car park at the Estadio Olímpico. Classic lorries and cars meet at the stadium. Open to the public. A date for all those who look more closely at chrome, engine noise and old bodies than at new car brochures.
28 May, 10.00 a.m. - Formación Campañas Publicitarias RRSS. Lab_Nucia. Workshop for companies that want to advertise on social networks with a small budget. The workshop will focus on campaign objectives, ad set-up, examples with manageable budgets and how to recognise whether a campaign is working. Organised by OAP FEMPA in collaboration with Lab_Nucia.
29 May , 19.00 - Psychology conference: Decir que no es también salud mental. Centre Juvenil La Nucía. Psychologist Manuela Escribano talks about why saying no is also part of mental health. Also announced: Surprises, catering and live music. A topic that probably affects more people than would admit.
02 May, 20.00 - En Femení: Femmes. Teatre Auditori. Spanish dance and flamenco, choreographed by Pilar Andújar. The piece traces the development from Antonia Mercé „La Argentina“ to contemporary fla Duration: around 70 minutes, language: Spanish. Admission: 5 euros via www.notikumi.com or at the box office one hour before the start.
03 May, time according to registration - Family excursion: Aventura a la Torre del Gerro. Meeting point: Centre de observació de cetacis de les Rotes
Guided family route on foot through the marine reserve at Cap de Sant Antoni. Two hours, five euros, recommended from the age of eight. Registration by Thursday, 2.00 pm, by e-mail to viuiconviu@ayto-denia.es. For all those who want to see Les Rotes with an explanation instead of just a selfie.
07 to 23 May, 11.00 to 14.00 and 17.00 to 21.00 - Exhibition: Batxillerat Artístic IES Historiador Chabàs. Casa de Cultura, Sala Gran. Young art from Dénia: Pupils from the Artistic Bachillerato at the IES Historiador Chabàs show their work. Open on Saturdays from 10.00 to 13.30.
09 to 16 May, 11.00 to 14.00 and 17.00 to 21.00 - Exhibition: Trobades Escolars. Casa de Cultura, Vestíbul. A school project with encounters and lots of local talent: The art exhibition will open on 9 May at 11.00 am. Open on Saturdays from 10.00 to 13.30.
09 May, 20.00 - Spring concert: Grup Polifònic Cadenza
Teatre Auditori. The Grup Polifònic Cadenza sings under the direction of Silvia Peña. Also performing: Abhisek Ghosh on guitar and Vicent Sendra on piano. Admission free as long as seats are available.
Until 10 May, 10.00 to 14.00 and 16.00 to 19.00 - Exhibition: Aún susurra tu jardín. Centre d'Art l'Estació. Susana García Ungo is showing works entitled „Aún susurra tu jardín“ at the Centre d'Art l'Estació. Open on Sundays from 9.00 to 15.00, closed on 1 May.
15 May, 20.00 - En Femení: Tango en tiempo de mujer
Teatre Auditori. Tango with a view to the role of women - musically, dancingly and narratively. Conducted by Mariano Otero, with Juan Esteban Cuacci on piano, Virginia González Leonhart on violin, singer Analía Bueti and dancers Rebeca Núñez and Bárbara Palmer. Admission via www.notikumi.com or at the box office one hour before the start.
16 May 2026, 12.00 to 20.00 - DAMA: IV Festival Dénia d'Arts de Carrer/Moviment/Acció. Marqués de Campo and Plaça del Consell
Street art, movement, dance and action in the centre of Dénia. DAMA brings culture out of the hall and onto the street - where you don't have to whisper beforehand. Artistic direction: Frágiles Danza. Organised and supported by the Ajuntament de Dénia, Cultura.
16 May, until 7 June 10.00 to 14.00 and 17.00 to 20.00 - Exhibition: Nueva Arqueología. Centre d'Art l'Estació. Anton Gudzykevych shows „Nueva Arqueología“. Opening is on 16 May at 6.30 pm. Open on Sundays and public holidays from 9.00 am to 3.00 pm.
17 May, 12.00 noon - Concert: Agrupació Artística Musical de Dénia
Teatre Auditori. Concert as part of the XXXI Campanya Música as Pobles 2026. Admission free by invitation, reservation via www.notikumi.com. Remaining tickets at the box office one hour before the start. Brass music with a local flavour - and without any big words.
22 May, 19.00 - Book launch: Acústica de huérfanos. Casa de Cultura.
Eugenia Sánchez presents her book „Acústica de huérfanos“. Francisco Cejudo presents, Esteban Ferre accompanies musically. Organised by Poetes per la cultura. Admission free until capacity.
23 May, 20:00 - Spring concert: Orfeó de Dénia. Teatre Auditori. The Orfeó de Dénia gives its spring concert at the Teatre Auditori. Free entry, as long as seats are available. A classic date in the calendar - and usually better attended than you can plan for „free admission“.
28 May to 6 June, 11.00 to 14.00 and 17.00 to 21.00 - Exhibition: Reinterpretació de l'obra de Toni Ortolà. Casa de Cultura, Vestíbul. The EPA Dénia is showing works that reinterpret the work of Toni Ortolà. Opening on 28 May at 19:00. Open on Saturdays from 10.00 to 13.30.
28 May to 13 June, 11.00 to 14.00 and 17.00 to 21.00 - Exhibition: Errancias. Casa de Cultura, Sala Gran. Ramón Puig de la Bellacasa Alberola presents „Errancias“ in the Sala Gran. Opening is on 28 May at 19.00 hrs. Open on Saturdays from 10.00 to 13.30.
30 May, 20.00 - En Femení: Menospausia. Teatre Auditori. Theatre by Cia Bestreta with Arantxa González and Amparo Oltra. Two ladies, a wedding, lots of organisation and probably more nerves than rice in the church square. Performed in Spanish/Valencian. Admission via www.notikumi.com or at the box office one hour before the start.
31 May, time according to registration - Family outing: Descobrint les Rotes en kayak. Meeting point: C/ Fénix, end of the Marineta. Family route in a kayak along the rocky coast of Les Rotes. Four hours, five euros, recommended from the age of eight. Equipment at the starting point, with explanations of stories and legends along the way. Registration by Thursday, 2.00 pm, by email to viuiconviu@ayto-denia.es.
31 May, 19.00 - Concert/Dance: Jove Ballet de la Marina. Teatre Auditori. Classical and contemporary dance with the Jove Ballet de la Marina. Admission via www.notikumi.com or at the box office one hour before the start. A monthly finale with movement instead of a final chord.
05 May, 12.00 - Exhibition: Vamos a la Playa. Espai d'Art, Ayuntamiento de Benidorm. Victoria Udalova shows paintings about the sea, the beach and summer light - not a deckchair programme, but an artistic view of what is right on the doorstep in Benidorm. The exhibition runs from 5 to 15 May.
05 May, 19.00 - Book presentation: Círculo Cerrado. C.M. El Torrejó, Plaza Canalejas, Benidorm. Julio Pavanetti presents his new book „Círculo Cerrado“. The evening will be presented by the poet Francisco Cejudo, with musical accompaniment by Carlos Eduardo Muñoz Clavijo. Literature meets singer-songwriter - Benidorm can do more than just big stages and noisy promenades.
10 to 16 May, from 12.00 noon - Mundiavocat: Football World Cup for Lawyers. Ciudad Deportiva Guillermo Amor and Campos Antonio López Guerrero. Lawyers in jerseys instead of suits: the Football World Cup for Lawyers will be held in Benidorm.
The opening ceremony will take place on 10 May at 10.30 a.m. in the Auditorio Óscar Esplá in the Parque de l'Aigüera. At 12.00 noon, the competition will begin on the city's football pitches.
14 May, 19.00 - Book presentation: Polvo de Ánima y otros poemas. Biblioteca Central de Benidorm. Pablo Jankovich Ramos presents his poetry collection „Polvo de Ánima y otros poemas“. An evening for all those who see poetry not as compulsory reading, but as a short break from the normal weekly rhythm.
17 May, 20.00 - Theatre: Paloma San Basilio - Dulcinea. Centro Cultural de Benidorm. Paloma San Basilio comes to Benidorm with „Dulcinea“. The play gives a well-known literary character her own voice - with music, theatre and a stagewoman who knows how to hold an audience. Musical direction: Julio Awad, stage direction: Juan Carlos Rubio. Tickets are available from Vivaticket or the Concejalía de Cultura.
18 to 29 May, 11.00 a.m. - Exhibition: CHO-KOLLAGES. Espai d'Art, Ayuntamiento de Benidorm. Juana Martínez Vázquez shows with „CHO-KOLLAGES“ a work between collage, material and colour. The exhibition runs from 18 to 29 May. The opening is on 19 May at 11.00 am. Everyday materials make their second appearance here - this time not in the cupboard, but on the wall.
Until 3 May - JazzDay Alicante. Alicante, various venues / Closing at the Teatro Principal. There is a programme of almost twenty activities around the International Jazz Day. Jazz not as background music, but as the talk of the town.
03 May, 12.00 noon - Concert by the Banda Sinfónica Municipal de Alicante
ADDA - Auditorio de la Diputación de Alicante. The Banda Sinfónica Municipal plays with soloists David Martín Marín on tuba and Pablo Martínez del Cerro on bombardino. Classical music at lunchtime - without fuss, but with a good sound.
06 May, 18.30 - Audición de alumnos del Conservatorio Óscar Esplá
Caja Negra, Las Cigarreras Cultural Centre. Pupils from the Conservatorio Óscar Esplá show off their skills with brass instruments and percussion. Free admission up to capacity.
06 to 10 May - Feria del Libro de Alicante. Espacio Séneca, Alicante, Around thirty stands and more than 200 activities: book signings, meetings, readings and programmes for different age groups. For all those who not only want to buy books, but also discuss them.
07 to 10 May - A contraluz. Muestra de cine inédito. Alicante / Centro Cultural Las Cigarreras. The film series is dedicated to lesser-known cinema. The programme starts on 7 May at 20:00 with a discussion on cinema and meditation with David Victori; further screenings will follow from 8 May in the Caja Negra.
08 to 09 May, 6.30 pm - Cultura en Barrios: Obras maestras del cine universal. Alicante, district programme / location according to programme. Classics of international cinema with a social perspective, including comedy and drama. The films are not only shown, but also discussed.
08 to 09 May, 6.30 pm - Cultura en Barrios: Trenzando cuentos
Alicante, district programme / location according to programme. Miguel Ángel Montilla tells stories with poetic memory and a flair for the oral. Good storytelling doesn't need a big stage, but attentive listeners.
Until 10 May - Exhibition „Una mirada, una emoción“ Sala de Exposiciones de La Lonja del Pescado, Alicante. The exhibition shows works from the XIV Certamen Nacional and the XI Certamen Internacional de Pintura „Miradas“ organised by the Fundación Jorge Alió para la Prevención de la Ceguera. Art with a clear background: seeing, perceiving and the value of the gaze.
15 May, 21.00 - Double concert: This House and Disciplina Limitar
Caja Negra, Centro Cultural Las Cigarreras. This House with G.W. Sok, Ignacio Cordoba, Søren Høi and Kristian Tangvik present their album „Soft Rains Will Come“. Disciplina Limitar will also be playing. Admission: 8/10 euros, on sale at the box office.
Until 23 May, 10.00 to 21.30 - Exhibition „La firmeza de un instante“. Caja Blanca, Centro Cultural Las Cigarreras. Jesús Madriñán shows central photographic works. A format for all those who do not see portraits, light and the present as separate things.
Until 24 May - Exhibition „Testimonio documental de Óscar Esplá y Emilio Varela“. Archivo Municipal de Alicante. As part of the Año Varela-Esplá, the Municipal Archive is showing documents relating to Óscar Esplá and Emilio Varela. Cultural history from Alicante, quietly, but certainly productive.
From 24 April to 31 May - Exhibition „La balada de Hugo Pratt“
Espacio Séneca, Alicante. The Espacio Séneca is dedicating an exhibition to the Italian illustrator Hugo Pratt. For all those who have never seen comics as a minor matter.
From 30 April to 26 June, 20:00 - Poetry Slam Alicante. Centro Cultural Las Cigarreras. At the VII Torneo Poetry Slam Alicante, language becomes a matter for the stage. A few minutes, direct impact, and at the end the audience has a say.
From 10 April to 22 August - Exhibition „La romería de los cornudos“
Alicante, exhibition venue according to the programme. The starting point is the ballet of the same name by García Lorca and Rivas Cherif from 1933, which gives rise to an idiosyncratic exploration of Romería del Rocío and Doñana - via video, dance, music and costume. Not a folklore decal, but art with friction
03 May, 19.00 - PANGEA: Abraham Cupeiro & Orquesta Arnova Ensemble
Auditorio Internacional de Torrevieja. Historic instruments, large orchestra, lots of sound: Abraham Cupeiro and the Arnova Ensemble bring a concert to the stage that doesn't sound like a standard programme.
05 May, 7.30 pm - Vespro della Beata Vergine by Claudio Monteverdi
Auditorio Internacional de Torrevieja. The Capella de Ministrers under the direction of Carles Magraner is dedicated to Monteverdi. Early music, great voices, concentrated atmosphere - not an evening to be listened to in passing.
07 to 10 May, from 12.00 noon - Feria de Mayo Torrevieja, Parque Antonio Soria, Torrevieja. For four days, the plaza becomes a meeting place with Andalusian rhythms: casetas, sevillanas, flamenco, horses,... The Feria is a festival that quickly gets the crowd moving. The festival has its roots in the Andalusian feria tradition, but in Torrevieja it is much more open and accessible than its big role model in Seville. The casetas are meeting places, not closed societies. The festival becomes particularly lively in the early evening. Then the streets fill up, the music gets louder, the lights come on and the feria takes on a second character: less family afternoon, more Spanish festive evening. If you want to experience the full feria, come on Friday or Saturday after 9.00 pm.
Please note! Parking around the site can be difficult on the main evenings. Arrive early, park a little further away or take a taxi. Cash is also useful, as card payment is not accepted everywhere.
09 May, 19.00 - Gala Día de Europa. Auditorio Internacional de Torrevieja. Europe Day at the Auditorio: In Torrevieja, where many European residents live, this is not just a protocol event, but an evening with an international audience.
10 May, 12.00 noon - Casanovas Orquesta: Un Conciertazo para Todos
Teatro Municipal de Torrevieja. Concert at lunchtime, expressly intended for everyone. The Casanovas Orquesta focusses on momentum instead of stiff Sunday duties.
14 May, 20.00 - Sabor & Cultura. Teatro Municipal de Torrevieja. Gastronomy meets culture. An evening that is not just about the stage, but also about how Torrevieja brings together enjoyment and programme.
16 May, 20.00 - Los Salerosos: El Gran Guateque - Música para Bailar
Teatro Municipal de Torrevieja. The title sets the tone: Music for dancing, memories of great dance evenings and a guateque that is not made for sitting still.
17 May, 12.00 pm - UMT & Johan de Meij. Teatro Municipal de Torrevieja.
The Unión Musical Torrevejense meets Johan de Meij. Local ensemble, international name - a concert with more weight than just Sunday music.
23 May, 19.00 - OST: Brahms. Auditorio Internacional de Torrevieja. The Orquesta Sinfónica de Torrevieja dedicates itself to Brahms. Big sound, clear framework, a programme without unnecessary effects.
23 May, 20.00 - Theatre: Mitad y Mitad. Teatro Municipal de Torrevieja
Theatre instead of symphonies: „Mitad y Mitad“ is on the programme that evening at the Teatro Municipal. Torrevieja doesn't make the choice any easier.
24 May, 20.00 - Theatre: Mejor no decirlo. Teatro Municipal de Torrevieja.
Sometimes half the punchline is in the title. „Mejor no decirlo“ sounds like theatre where not everything has to be said.
29 May, 8.30pm - David Domínguez: El raro de los 90’s. Auditorio Internacional de Torrevieja. A monólogo for all those who not only experienced the 90s, but survived them. David Domínguez looks back - quirky, direct and highly recognisable.
30 May, 9.30 a.m. - Competición Nacional de Artes Escénicas
Teatro Municipal de Torrevieja. Early start, lots of stage: the national competition showcases dance, expression and young talent. A date for everyone who wants to see what is happening in the young talent sector.
31 May, 18.00 - El Mago Invisible: Nada es lo que parece. Location not specified. Magic at the end of the month. „Nada es lo que parece“ promises illusion, surprise and probably a few very sceptical looks from the audience.
