Teatro de la Zarzuela
Teatro de la Zarzuela
4.5
Monday
12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday
12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday
12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Thursday
12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Friday
12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Neighborhood: Paseo del Prado
The area around the elegant Paseo del Prado boulevard is much-visited by both locals and tourists. The world-famous Prado, the Reina Sofia, and the Thyssen-Bornemisza museums form a triangle of art and culture that spans this grand and beautiful avenue. On weekdays, the Prado Museum opens its doors for free after-work hours, drawing a diverse and excited queue of art lovers that wraps around the block. Palacio de Cibeles and Círculo de Bellas Artes cultural centers are other artsy hangouts to check out, with rooftop bars that provide impressive views of the city. While the Paseo del Prado and its roundabouts form a busy throughway in Madrid, a broad green pedestrian park in the middle is a calm and gorgeous place for a relaxing stroll. Just east of the museums, the Retiro Park is always a confluence of activity as families and friends of all ages take to the pretty paths and lawns to stretch their legs or to have a picnic.
How to get there
- Sevilla • 3 min walk
- Banco de España • 4 min walk
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Sarushkaya
Rochester, NY1,171 contributions
Jan 2020 • Friends
A gem of a theater with that old flavor of European elegance of yesteryears.
We came from NYC to the Premiere of the Cuban Zarzuela “ Cecilia Valdes”.
Our excitement was shared by the packed theater.
The theater is intimate enough for this kind of Genre.
A horseshoe shaped upper area all in Red Velvet and Gold.
A giant Chandeliers hangs from the center of the ceiling inside the Auditorium.
A smaller chandelier hangs in the Lobby of the Theater.
The acoustic is good and so was the viewing from our seats.
I hope to come back to enjoy more Zarzuelas in the not so distant future.
We came from NYC to the Premiere of the Cuban Zarzuela “ Cecilia Valdes”.
Our excitement was shared by the packed theater.
The theater is intimate enough for this kind of Genre.
A horseshoe shaped upper area all in Red Velvet and Gold.
A giant Chandeliers hangs from the center of the ceiling inside the Auditorium.
A smaller chandelier hangs in the Lobby of the Theater.
The acoustic is good and so was the viewing from our seats.
I hope to come back to enjoy more Zarzuelas in the not so distant future.
Written February 22, 2020
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FloridaMG
Ft. Lauderdale, Florida37 contributions
Jun 2012 • Friends
Zarzuela is arguably the quintessential Spanish musical theater genre. It is in Spanish (no translation signage here) and attracts mostly a proudly Spanish, older audience. The Teatro de la Zarzuela is Madrid's most famous zarzuela stage. Its productions are mayor undertakings, with full orchestras, over-the-top scenery and dozens and dozens of performers (at a recent performance we counted over 100 performers on the stage). This productions are heavily subsidized by the state cultural entities, resulting in very affordable prices for the general public (even better, senior citizens get a 50% discount).
If you are proficient in Spanish, this is one experience not to be missed.
If you are proficient in Spanish, this is one experience not to be missed.
Written May 15, 2013
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MyKittiesDad
Sacramento, CA113 contributions
May 2019 • Couples
From what I read, zarzuela is a type of light opera that is specific to Madrid. I got a bee in my bonnet that we *HAD* to see a performance of this and picked Doña Francisquita, a classic from the 1920s (Placido Domingo even did this zarzuela in the U.S.).
Purchasing tickets from their website was straightforward. We picked a box seat (€42, €21 Half price for 65 and older) and were thrilled with the location. [Specifics: Zona: Palco (box) 6 1⁰ Piso (floor), Fila (Row): 0001, Asiento (Seat): 0003 and 4] We could easily see the action on stage, but just as easily people-watch the entire audience.
The theater was fabulous, like a smaller version of The Met in NYC. A gorgeous chandelier overhead and plush, comfy red seats. We were in a box with four other people which made a convivial atmosphere during intermissions. At our first intermission, we ventured into the bar area where they served bocadillo (Spanish sandwiches) and other small noshes along with the usual drinks. The service was efficient, getting us back to our seats in time for Act 2.
As for the performance itself, the first act started and we kept hearing talking from the audience. Confused by this, at intermission we asked our seatmates what was going on. It seems there is an old guard who doesn’t like change in the zarzuela world and felt that what we were watching was “too radical” in its changes from a traditional to a modern time period, including added dialog. When Act 2 started, there was full-out yelling at the stage, “This isn’t zarzuela” and “You ruined it” (in Spanish, of course). People walked out. I must admit, this audience drama added to the THRILLING atmosphere for us. The actors and singers were doing their best and sounded lovely, but they ultimately couldn’t tame this crowd. We enjoyed our night but left at the second intermission.
I can easily recommend this Madrid experience, including the elegant theater, lovely music, and especially the passionate audience.
Purchasing tickets from their website was straightforward. We picked a box seat (€42, €21 Half price for 65 and older) and were thrilled with the location. [Specifics: Zona: Palco (box) 6 1⁰ Piso (floor), Fila (Row): 0001, Asiento (Seat): 0003 and 4] We could easily see the action on stage, but just as easily people-watch the entire audience.
The theater was fabulous, like a smaller version of The Met in NYC. A gorgeous chandelier overhead and plush, comfy red seats. We were in a box with four other people which made a convivial atmosphere during intermissions. At our first intermission, we ventured into the bar area where they served bocadillo (Spanish sandwiches) and other small noshes along with the usual drinks. The service was efficient, getting us back to our seats in time for Act 2.
As for the performance itself, the first act started and we kept hearing talking from the audience. Confused by this, at intermission we asked our seatmates what was going on. It seems there is an old guard who doesn’t like change in the zarzuela world and felt that what we were watching was “too radical” in its changes from a traditional to a modern time period, including added dialog. When Act 2 started, there was full-out yelling at the stage, “This isn’t zarzuela” and “You ruined it” (in Spanish, of course). People walked out. I must admit, this audience drama added to the THRILLING atmosphere for us. The actors and singers were doing their best and sounded lovely, but they ultimately couldn’t tame this crowd. We enjoyed our night but left at the second intermission.
I can easily recommend this Madrid experience, including the elegant theater, lovely music, and especially the passionate audience.
Written July 11, 2019
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circumspice
California10 contributions
Well worth trying to get tix if you are in Madrid. Box office opens at noon for any unsold seats on the day of performance, and there will usually be a line beginning to form at about 11:00 am. Easiest way to get there is take Metro to station Banco de Espan~a, look for "plano zonal" in station to find your way to C/ Jovellanos. Once there it will be difficult to miss the theater, as it is a very short street. If you must drive be prepared to find a parking garage early, as lines to get into nearby parking can be long in the eves. Really, it's better to skip the car and take Metro or a cab. Musically, the form is typically tuneful and will likely appeal to anyone with a taste for opera; most plots are fluff , but often heartwarming, romantic comedy fluff. The pretty people usually get together in the end.
Written December 18, 2006
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miradorspain
Frigiliana, Spain20 contributions
Dec 2012 • Friends
Flamenco show and good zarzuela ( a kind of opera)I went to see a charity concert to help a flamenco guitar player´s widow called Enrique de Melchor!!! Brilliant!!! A must in Madrid.
Written December 9, 2012
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gulgezen
istanbul70 contributions
Oct 2012 • Couples
Lucky, because we attended an excellent performance by the Ballet Nacional de Espana. The chorographies, the orchestra and the dancers were all very good. It was an authentic Spanish evening.
Written November 9, 2012
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Carol F
47 contributions
Oct 2019 • Couples
Put the Teatro Dr la Zarzuela in your schedule when in Madrid. Just saw El Caserio in this beautiful theatre. There were subtitles in English! Wednesdays are half price. Superb singing, staging and totally enjoyable entertainment.
Written October 16, 2019
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Gonzalo M
Peru5 contributions
Nov 2013 • Couples
If you speak only english, you find the translation in english. Live music, wonderful orchestra. It like an Opera but funnny and with lots of details. It is a great choice
Written November 14, 2013
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jazzyalan
Philadelphia, PA104 contributions
Dec 2012 • Couples
The fantastic (and locally very popular) Spanish Light opera mostly from the 19th Century, presented as it was intended in a beautiful theater. Afterwards, a cafe or cerveza and some jamon bocadillo in one the bars or cafe's across the street. Madrid as it used to be.
Written May 7, 2013
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James H
Bangor76 contributions
Oct 2012 • Couples
We went specifically to see the National Ballet and it was an absolute treat. The theatre itself is attractive without being in the same class as somewhere like La Scala. Nevertheless it has a distinct atmosphere of it's own and the full house of mainly Madrilenos certainly added to the enjoyment of the evening.
The performance itself was spectacularly good and in itself made our trip to Madrid worthwhile.
The performance itself was spectacularly good and in itself made our trip to Madrid worthwhile.
Written November 2, 2012
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Darby G
Salisbury, MD23 contributions
We are going to see Pan y Toros in October. How long is the show approximately?
toñi B
12 contributions
He comprado 2 entradas porque a mi madre de 91 años le hace muchísima ilusión. El problema es que solo encontré en el 3er piso. Alguien podría decirme si se puede acceder mediante rampa? Con esa edad no puedo hacerle subir 3 pisos y sino perderé las entradas. Gracias
emm407
Murcia, Spain84 contributions
Siento no poder contestarte. No lo se seguro
Hola, ¿Cómo hay que ir vestido al teatro? ¿Hay que ir muy arreglado o se puede ir mas informal?
emm407
Murcia, Spain84 contributions
Hola
Pudes ir como mas te guste, no es necesario ir muy arreglado
Chiquis926
Albany, NY381 contributions
What is the best way to buy tickets?
jlua001
Madrid, Spain35 contributions
Most convenient way is online, at the Theater web site. The web site has an option to display all contents in English. One more thing, Zarzuelas are shown with Spanish and English super-titles above the stage, and the program has a synopsis in English.
will you b open on Monday, May 23. Thank you
GBD
Sydney, Australia163 contributions
Try the website for a calendar of performances. Just google it.
lizbetty12
Greater London, UK
We speak no Spanish at all. Will we be able to follow Galanteos en Venecia? Do you sell programmes with an English section or do you have any English surtitles or subtitles anywhere?
Thank you.
Lizbetty
lizbetty12
Greater London, UK
We speak no Spanish at all. Will we be able to follow Galanteos en Venecia? Do they have a programme or surtitles in English? Thank you
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