Theatre and dance in Madrid

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Journey to Amor Brujo. Spanish Ballet of the Community of Madrid
The company presents three pieces that trace the legacy of Manuel de Falla, with music by Dani de Morón as the common thread (Teatros del Canal - Sala Roja Concha Velasco. Tuesdays to Sundays. 4 Dec-4 Jan).

Journey to Amor Brujo. Spanish Ballet of the Community of Madrid

DECEMBER & JANUARY HIGHLIGHTS

Cabaret, the Musical at the Kit Kat Klub

A new production of the classic musical but with a modern and immersive approach (UMusic Hotel Teatro Albéniz. Tuesday to Sunday). Tickets on sale

Circlassica: Noel

Productores de Sonrisas is back with its latest show that brings together the best of circus, music and dance (IFEMA MADRID. Fridays to Sundays. 31 Oct-18 Jan).

Circo Alegría: The Circus of Light

A sensory universe never seen before in Europe, which brings together international artists in a show that combines tradition and avant-garde (Big Top next to the Palacio de Hielo. Until 18 January).

The biggest, most spectacular magic show ever seen in Europe returns, brought to you by one of the best illusionists on the international scene (GTM Espacio La Vaguada. Thursday to Sunday. 14 Nov-18 Jan). Tickets on sale

Circo Price en Navidad - Sueña despierto

Circo Price at Christmas - Sueña despierto

The classic Christmas production has become a not-to-be-missed event in Madrid’s festive calendar (Teatro Circo Price. Tuesday to Sunday. 21 Nov-6 Jan 2026).

Carmen

Production by Damiano Michieletto on the opera by Bizet, which sheds a new light on the lust, violence and passion of the popular opera (Teatro Real. 23, 26, 27, 29 and 30 Dec, 2, 3 and 4 Jan).

The Nutcracker - Kiev Ballet

The dance company brings a colourful and emotional version of one of the most popular ballets (Teatro Lope de Vega. 2, 3, 4, 5 and 19 January 2026).

Annie Jr.

Members of the Glee Club Academy will feature in a version of this popular musical (Teatro Bellas Artes. Saturday to Tuesday. 6 Dec-4 Jan). Tickets on sale

El Circo de los Horrores - Prisionia

A show that combines circus, theatre and special effects to explore the limits between what is human and artificial (Escenario Puerta del Ángel. 13 Dec-18 Jan).

Titerescena

Annual series devoted to the exhibition and performance of activities related to the world of puppets and marionettes (Teatro Valle-Inclán. Saturdays and Sundays. 4 Oct-14 Jun).

Flamenco Real

A programme of shows performed by exceptional flamenco dancers and singers including Alba Heredia and José Maya (Salón de Baile, Teatro Real. 15 Oct-26 Jun).

Real Teatro de Retiro

Educational concerts, musical stories with projections, theatre and music for the whole family (Daoíz y Velarde Cultural Centre. 28 Sept-6 Jul 2026. Check programme)