Madrid
The main concert season runs from October to March each year, when performances include those of the Banda Sinfónica Municipal Madrid, the Orquesta…
Must-see entertainment in Madrid
Chueca
One of the most enduring live venues in Chueca, this small-stage bar attracts storytellers, poets, local and international singer-songwriters and a whole…
Madrid
A storied Huertas bar that prides itself on free live jazz, a bohemian outlook and (according to the owners) political conspiracies, Casa Pueblo is an…
La Latina & Lavapiés
One of the hottest spots in Lavapiés, this great venue hosts a largely bohemian crowd who come from all over the city for a fine roster leavened with…
Salamanca
Dedicated to promoting music and culture (as well as exhibitions), the Juan March Foundation stages free concerts throughout the year. Performances range…
Malasaña & Conde Duque
With everything from pop to hard-core punk and a whole lot of house music in between, Taboó likes to keep its options open. Spend as little time as…
Madrid
The jury's still out on this relative newcomer to the Madrid live music scene (it took over the premises after the jazz venue Populart closed its doors)…
Madrid
A state-of-the-art theatre complex, Teatros del Canal hosts major theatre performances, as well as musical and dance concerts. It's also a popular…
La Latina & Lavapiés
The home of the National Classical Theatre Company, this theatre has a regular calendar of classical shows by Spanish and European playwrights.
Madrid
Screens all kinds of original-version films, from Hollywood blockbusters to arty flicks, with (unusually) subtitles in Spanish.
La Latina & Lavapiés
Just south of Lavapiés, this modern theatre does a little bit of everything from concerts and circuses to dance performances.
Madrid
One of the stalwarts of the Madrid cinema scene where you can expect Hollywood more than art house.
La Latina & Lavapiés
The National Film Library offers fantastic classic and vanguard films for bargain prices.