Corral de Comedias de Almagro
Corral de Comedias de Almagro
Corral de Comedias de Almagro
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Terry M
Hamilton, Canada4,647 contributions
Nov 2021
This structure is the only surviving example from the 17th century, constructed in 1628. Comedies were performed here during the Spanish Golden Age. Corrals were banned in the 18th century, many such places falling into disuse. The city bought the structure in 1954. It is again used as a theater. It hosts every July the International Classical Theater Festival. For its historic role, it has apparently been nominated by Spain to be a World Heritage Site. Good luck!
Written November 5, 2021
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Rocket_man_in_ESA
Madrid304 contributions
Jun 2014 • Family
The Corral de Comedias is a restored theatre from the 16th Century. The visit costs 3€ and takes around 15-20 minutes. You take your audioguide at the entrance and walk in to the small auditorium, seeing the theatre as the public would have seen it 4 centuries ago.
The guide takes you through the history of the theatre and the differences between theatre in Spain - where women were permitted to be actors, if married to the playwright or administrator - and that of other counties where such things were strictly forbidden. This is used to guide you through some of the famous scandals of the old theatre.
Although the similarities with a theatre such as Shakespeare's Globe in London are obvious in the construction with the great wooden beams and simple structure, there are also interesting differences: it is the now standard rectangular shape rather than round; the private boxes for the authorities are above the stage, left and right but, like Shakespeare's Globe, this theatre is still in use.
You work your way up, to the first and second floor, getting the view that the patrons would have had over the balustrade just below the canvas that now serves as a roof.
There really is a sense of stepping back in history through the visit.
The guide takes you through the history of the theatre and the differences between theatre in Spain - where women were permitted to be actors, if married to the playwright or administrator - and that of other counties where such things were strictly forbidden. This is used to guide you through some of the famous scandals of the old theatre.
Although the similarities with a theatre such as Shakespeare's Globe in London are obvious in the construction with the great wooden beams and simple structure, there are also interesting differences: it is the now standard rectangular shape rather than round; the private boxes for the authorities are above the stage, left and right but, like Shakespeare's Globe, this theatre is still in use.
You work your way up, to the first and second floor, getting the view that the patrons would have had over the balustrade just below the canvas that now serves as a roof.
There really is a sense of stepping back in history through the visit.
Written June 30, 2014
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Alex F
The Villages, FL1,483 contributions
Nov 2023 • Couples
Small rectangular area with multi level balconies with chairs. The local is clean, well maintained. I don’t think it is worth it to pay an entrance.
Written November 16, 2023
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BobandMaggie60
Willerby, UK192 contributions
Jul 2023 • Couples
As the only open air theatre in Spain we decided to visit it . Unfortunately we could only buy a ticket for the theatre and the convent at 5 euros and with only 30 mins to see both before the 2 pm closing time. Waiting until 5 pm for them to both reopen. Not to miss the opportunity we paid for our entry to see the theatre as that was why we had called into this town on our way to Toledo. Quite impressive and amazingly restored for continual use. Disappointingly we couldn’t use the other half of our tickets but did attempt to view the Palacio which we were told was free to enter… however it had closed early .. and isn’t free. But hey it’s sunny Spain.
Written July 6, 2023
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Sunflower14970
Iznajar, Spain17 contributions
Aug 2014 • Family
It was brilliant ! Amazing to know that this place is still kept and used to this date.
Audio guide gives you enough info but I wish I was there to see the actual show.I must come back to see the theatrical work in the festival.
Audio guide gives you enough info but I wish I was there to see the actual show.I must come back to see the theatrical work in the festival.
Written August 16, 2014
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Judy P
London, UK162 contributions
Jun 2014 • Couples
This open air theatre was built in1680 in the Golden Age and is the only one of its kind left in Spain. The entrance fee includes an audio guide which is most entertaining and informative. It is like stepping back in time and one can imagine the events taking place. During the summer months plays are presented on Saturday evenings - we were very sorry that our knowledge of the Spanish language was not sufficient for us to buy a ticket.
Written June 5, 2014
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Rebrites
Spain183 contributions
Aug 2015 • Couples
The Corral de Comedias is a little jewel of architectural history set in the high plains of Spain. Anyone interested in theater or old buildings will enjoy a look 'round this simple place. Almagro has a treasure here, but it could do so much more with it, especially for its foreign visitors.
We took the "theatricalized tour" at 7 p.m., wherein two costumed performers leaped and shouted and acted like mad, explaining as they went how the space is divided up according to the class and gender of the audience members. We are fluent Spanish speakers, but still had trouble following the dialog. Children in the audience were less-than capivated, as well... We would have done better to take the Audioguide tour (if there's an English option) or just attend one of the many "real" plays offered at the theater.
We took the "theatricalized tour" at 7 p.m., wherein two costumed performers leaped and shouted and acted like mad, explaining as they went how the space is divided up according to the class and gender of the audience members. We are fluent Spanish speakers, but still had trouble following the dialog. Children in the audience were less-than capivated, as well... We would have done better to take the Audioguide tour (if there's an English option) or just attend one of the many "real" plays offered at the theater.
Written September 1, 2015
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Eduard P
Guildford, UK152 contributions
Dec 2014 • Friends
The only theater of the Spanish Siglo de Oro that still exist. A frozen piece of history that is possible to visit.
The audioguide is quite informative.
The audioguide is quite informative.
Written January 7, 2015
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fran07Belgium
Madrid, Spain187 contributions
Jul 2014 • Couples
During years I had been dreaming about visiting it. Do not miss this old theater in the main square which worths a visit itself. Excellent audio guide.
Written October 26, 2014
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SimonNSW18
London, UK53 contributions
Sep 2013 • Family
A truly astonishing original 16th century theatre. Very atmospheric. We were able to walk around the whole place, back stage as well. A steal at 3 euros. Almagro a very interesting and beautiful town, well worth a visit.
Written August 13, 2014
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Roland C
Bussigny-pres-Lausanne, Switzerland189 contributions
-Quelles sont les jours et heures de visite du Corral de comedias ?
Alberto Andrés
Galapagar, Spain149,385 contributions
Buenas tardes, entre semana de 17 a 19pm.
Hola, para el 10 de octubre hay algunas funciones??
Jose Enrique E
Valladolid, Spain166 contributions
no lo se, habría que mirar la web
Virginia G
London, UK6 contributions
¿Cuanto se tarda aprox en hacer la visita? ¿Disponen de audioguias en Inglés? Saludos y Gracias.
Juan Daniel A
10 contributions
Sí, disponen de audioguía en varios idiomas, y la duración es de unos 10'-15'
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