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UGR presents a new edition of Fernando de los Ríos’s work
The Sociedad Fabiana Española has presented a new edition of Fernando de los Ríos’s ‘El sentido humanista del socialismo’ at the University of Granada’s Faculty of Law. The publication includes a preliminary study by José Antonio Montilla Martos.
Faro Santander opens a children’s Día de Muertos workshop
Children aged 8 to 13 will make small sculptures and contribute to a shared altar at Faro Santander from 31 October to 2 November. The 120-minute workshop costs €10.
Alhambra opens imperial spaces for Carlos V anniversary
The Alhambra has scheduled two specialist-led routes marking the 500th anniversary of Carlos V and Isabel de Portugal’s 1526 stay. One follows their palace life; the other explores the Alcazaba’s defences.
Faro Santander sets dates for children’s Día de Muertos workshop
Faro Santander will run Calaveritas literarias from 6 to 8 November 2026, introducing children aged 8 to 13 to Mexico’s humorous poetic tradition. Sessions start at noon, cost €10 and have room for 20 children.
Five Gràcia buildings open for Open House weekend
Five buildings in Barcelona’s Gràcia district will open to visitors during 48h Open House on 24 and 25 October. The Sunday programme includes the former Manyach workshops, open from 10am to 2pm and again from 4pm to 6pm.
RTVE mourns two veteran television professionals after 40 years
Known as «Perico» and «Kike», they spent more than four decades at RTVE. The camera operator and sound technician contributed to Al filo de lo imposible and other landmark programmes.
OMODA names Ana Mena its ambassador in Spain
Ana Mena will represent OMODA in Spain through a campaign built around «El camino es atreverse». The automaker is linking her career story to its effort to reach a new generation.
Javier Godó receives Forbes Hall of Fame honour
Javier Godó received Forbes’ Hall of Fame recognition for his career leading La Vanguardia. He dedicated the distinction to the newspaper, which celebrates its 145th anniversary this year, and defended quality journalism as essential to freedom and democracy.
Cabanillas puts local women writers in the spotlight
Around 15 published authors from Cabanillas del Campo read at the Biblioteca León Gil for Día de las Escritoras 2026. More than 60 people attended a programme ranging from professional essays to literary work in prose and verse.
Madrid’s Baroque transformation goes on show at Fernán Gómez
More than 180 works chart Madrid’s rise from a settlement of 7,000 to a court capital of over 90,000. The exhibition runs at Teatro Fernán Gómez. Centro Cultural de la Villa from 20 October to 17 January.
RTVE reunites veteran presenters for its 70th anniversary
Former Telediario presenters return for a 45-minute anniversary special. Pepa Bueno calls it the largest presenter line-up in the programme’s history.
Piedad Isla’s archive holds more than 130,000 documents
A 2009 gathering in Cervera de Pisuerga recreated a photograph Isla had made decades earlier. Her archive records a rural world in transition across more than 130,000 documents.
Los Javis bring La bola negra to Hollywood’s gala
Javier Calvo and Javier Ambrossi attended the Academy Museum Gala with cast members from La bola negra. Taylor Swift performed during the evening, where the Spanish group mingled with major Hollywood names.
RTVE reunites Telediario presenters for its 70th anniversary
RTVE has released behind-the-scenes footage from “El Telediario de nuestras vidas,” filmed at Torrespaña for the broadcaster’s 70th anniversary. The 45-minute special airs on La 1 on Monday 19 October at 21:00.
A chance sample recast Piedad Isla’s photographic legacy
Around 2003, a selection of negatives from Piedad Isla’s archive revealed images that surprised the foundation bearing her name. RTVE’s documentary on the photographer airs Sunday at 21:30 on La 2.
Ailey company closes Madrid run with ‘Revelations’
The Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater wraps up its Teatro Real engagement on 18 October, its first Madrid return in 24 years. The final programme includes four works, led by the celebrated Revelations.
Barcelona’s rooftop gardens face a tougher green test
Barcelona is offering residents’ communities up to €60,000 for rooftop gardens and solar panels. Architects warn that planting alone says little about a building’s environmental performance.
Doña Sofía presents Madrid music prize to composer
The 16 October concert opened with the world premiere of Rémanence, selected from 78 submissions for the XLIII Premio Reina Sofía de Composición Musical. Doña Sofía presented composer Luis Tabuenca Fernández with the diploma.
Rioja institute brings Azcona’s life to schools
The Instituto de Estudios Riojanos is printing 1,000 DIN A2 copies of an illustrated auca about Rafael Azcona. Schools across La Rioja will receive copies, and the publication will also be sold through the institute’s bookshop.
TVE lines up a Telediario reunion for its 70th anniversary
Pepa Bueno will host a 45-minute Telediario 2 special on 19 October, bringing familiar faces back to Torrespaña. It starts at 20:55 on La 1 and Canal 24 horas, with a stream on RTVE Play.
Isabel Allende takes 2026 Premio Planeta
Allende won the one-million-euro prize for “La hora antes del alba”, a sequel to her 1982 debut, “La casa de los espíritus”. The ceremony took place on the award’s 75th anniversary.
Flamenco women rewrite the canon while paying their own way
Women artists are putting research onstage, but many still pay for their own projects. The Netherlands hosts the only significant flamenco festival led by a woman.
Banderas leaves Sohrlin as Sánchez takes control
Antonio Banderas left Sohrlin Andalucía after differences with producer Domingo Sánchez over its direction. Sánchez and Merlín will keep the venue running as Banderas looks for a larger space for the Teatro del Soho CaixaBank.
Vaquerizo takes the Cabaret stage despite lasting vision problems
Mario Vaquerizo says the vision loss from a fall still complicates daily life. He has joined Cabaret in Madrid as its master of ceremonies and says the role has silenced critics who questioned his place in musical theatre.
Samsung Brings Five The Frame Looks to Madrid Runway
Inés Martín Alcalde presented five Samsung designs in Madrid as The Frame marked its tenth anniversary. Valero Rioja’s photographs of the city appeared on screens around the venue.
Paris Dealers Open Their Homes to Antiques Buyers
Some Paris dealers receive clients at home, where the antiques for sale share space with the objects they keep. The setup has also given several dealers more freedom to travel.
Premio Planeta draws record 1,424 entries for 75th edition
Felipe VI and Letizia presided over the 75th Premio Planeta ceremony in Barcelona. The winner receives €1 million, and this year’s contest drew a record 1,424 entries from around the world.
Olivia Wilde stages a marital reckoning over dinner
Olivia Wilde’s La invitación brings two troubled couples together for dinner in a San Francisco apartment. The adaptation of Cesc Gay’s Sentimental finds its sharpest stretch in the final half-hour.
Cabrils installation turns plant signals into sound and scent
At Cabrils’ Hotel d’Entitats, Yolanda Uriz’s installation turns plant reactions and soil vibrations into sound and aromas. Visitors can experience it today and tomorrow.
Letizia chooses a customised Sybilla gown for Planeta awards
Queen Letizia wore a customised black Sybilla gown with PDPAOLA earrings at the 75th Premios Planeta in Barcelona. The winner received €1 million from a record field of 1,424 manuscripts.
Nacho Duato Joins Madrid Protest Against Batsheva Dance
Nacho Duato joined a large pro-Palestinian protest outside Madrid’s Teatros del Canal as Batsheva Dance performed there. Israel covers around 30% of the company’s production budget and pays international tour travel costs.
Protesters Rally Outside Madrid’s Teatros del Canal
Pro-Palestinian demonstrators gathered outside Teatros del Canal on 15 October 2026, before Batsheva Dance performed Sadeh21. The first show was sold out; dancer and choreographer Nacho Duato joined the protest.
Letizia wears Sybilla’s gala gown in a shorter midi cut
At the Premio Planeta dinner in Barcelona, Queen Letizia wore a midi version of a black Sybilla gown. She paired it with familiar jewellery, including a diamond bracelet she owned before marrying Felipe VI.
Cartagena’s book fair brings young readers back to paper
Hundreds of primary pupils took part in a book challenge at Cartagena’s fair. Local booksellers say interest in reading is growing among children and teenagers, with paper books still holding their ground.
Lucas Paulano to debut Eurovision Junior song on La 1
Lucas Paulano will sing his Eurovision Junior entry live on La 1 for the first time on Thursday. Antonio José and Rodrigo Cuevas are also booked for Manu Sánchez’s programme.
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