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Amaral turns Maricarmen’s eviction into a song of grief
Eva Amaral and Juan Aguirre dedicated two songs to Maricarmen Abascal, who died aged 87 after 14 days in a Madrid hospital. Her eviction has become a national symbol of housing pain.
Andrew Garfield anchors two high-profile Spanish film premieres this October
Spanish cinemas brace for a rare double act as Andrew Garfield headlines two sharply different films this October. One plunges into medieval rebellion, the other whisks families into fantasy. Both arrive within weeks, putting Garfield’s range under the spotlight.
Leandre Ribera wins Spain’s 2026 National Circus Award
Spain’s Ministry of Culture has awarded Leandre Ribera its 2026 National Circus Award and €30,000. The jury cited his international career, teaching and influence on younger clowns.
Oques Grasses starts its final Barcelona concerts
Oques Grasses has opened the last four concerts of its Barcelona run. Each night brings 55,000 people to the Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys, with roughly 220,000 spectators expected across the sold-out series before the band ends its 16-year career.
Rosalía takes Spain's National Award for Current Music with LUX
Rosalía has received Spain's National Award for Current Music for LUX. The four-act album uses 13 languages, orchestral production and global collaborations, earning the 2026 prize and its €30,000 award.
TVE brings back its news legends for a 70th anniversary reunion
TVE will reunite historic news presenters for its 70th anniversary. Two commemorative bulletins will bring familiar faces back to Torrespaña and revisit seven decades of broadcasting.
Televisión Española turns seventy with a live broadcast from its roots
Televisión Española celebrates seventy years on air with special programming. Legendary presenters will return to the screen, while a small Madrid village takes center stage in the festivities.
José Mota finds freedom in the streets of his childhood
For José Mota, coming home to pan y chocolate after school is tied to the freedom he once knew in Montiel. His memories open a window onto a Spain where childhood meant independence and simple pleasures.
Ana Locking brings her story and style to Pasapalabra
Ana Locking, celebrated Spanish designer and Drag Race España judge, joins Pasapalabra as a celebrity guest. Her path blends creative risk, public acclaim, and personal strength.
Rosalía takes Spain's 2026 National Award for Current Music
Rosalía has received Spain's top current music award for LUX. The jury praised the album's ambition, reach and creative risk, while also recognising the wider career behind it.
Brian Pérez takes over on La ruleta de la suerte
Brian Pérez, a Barcelona native with roots in beauty and TV, is filling in for Laura Moure on La ruleta de la suerte. His arrival brings a new spark to the show and lets viewers get to know his story up close.
Rosalía takes Spain's 2026 National Contemporary Music Award
Rosalía has received Spain's 2026 National Contemporary Music Award for 'LUX'. The jury praised the album's reach, experimentation and role in taking Spanish music to audiences abroad.
Miguel Bernardeau faces online hate after La bola negra
Miguel Bernardeau has shared the extreme messages he receives after La bola negra. The film's treatment of sexual freedom has drawn both hostility and applause.
El Prado brings Cristina de Suecia's collection into focus
Room 74 now displays 17 sculptures from Cristina de Suecia's collection, up from nine. The Prado has also made the Room of the Muses a permanent focus for the queen's collecting life in Rome.
Spotify rolls out Audiolibros Plus with 350,000 audiobooks in Spain
Spotify is shaking up the Spanish audiobook scene with Audiolibros Plus. The new subscription brings over 350,000 titles and fresh listening features to users across Spain.
Forgotten queen returns to Madrid spotlight in new historical novel
Margarita de Borbón y Parma, once erased from Spain’s royal narrative, emerges at the heart of a new novel that reimagines Madrid as a beacon of ambition and resilience. The book challenges the silence around her legacy.
Miriam Garlo turns deafness into a fight for identity
Miriam Garlo won the Goya for best new actress. Her novel revisits years of isolation and the struggle to accept deaf identity, after sign language changed how she understood herself.
Fiat 124 turns sixty as Turin exhibition revisits a global icon
Turin’s Heritage Hub marks the 60th anniversary of the Fiat 124 with a rare exhibition. Five historic models and original brochures reveal how this Italian sedan became a worldwide phenomenon and shaped mobility for decades.
Broncano Skewers TVE Uncertainty as Election Tension Rises
David Broncano kicked off La Revuelta with biting election jokes and open talk about his show's future on TVE. He saluted Iker Jiménez’s ratings win and teased the idea of his rival landing a ministerial post.
Maxim Vengerov brings Sibelius to Madrid at a rare discount
Maxim Vengerov will perform Sibelius in Madrid with the Atlántida Chamber Orchestra on 7 October. DOCE NOTAS readers can get 30 percent off seats in zones B to F with the code "DOCENOTAS".
Spanish Cinema Day takes El desencanto to five continents
The sixth Día del cine español brings Jaime Chávarri's El desencanto to more than fifty cities. Rural screenings and a guionista tribute widen the celebration beyond Madrid.
Prince Daniel of Sweden opens Prado tribute
The Museo del Prado has opened a major tribute to Queen Cristina of Sweden. Prince Daniel's visit brought the Swedish royal story into Madrid's cultural spotlight.
La bola negra ignites debate over Lorca's legacy
La bola negra, the latest film from Los Javis, has sparked intense discussion in Spain and abroad for its unflinching portrayal of Federico García Lorca's homosexuality through the lens of his final lover. Experts and artists weigh in on the film's impact and its approach to a long-silenced aspect of Lorca's life.
Mago de Oz threatens legal action over ex-members using band name
Mago de Oz has publicly condemned ex-bandmates for using the group’s name and logo to promote their own concerts. The band warns that such actions could lead to legal consequences and calls for respect among former collaborators.
Alvin Ailey returns to Madrid after 24 years
The Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater returns to Spain after 24 years. Six performances at Madrid's Teatro Real will bring together landmark works, the 1960 classic Revelations and newer choreography under artistic director Alicia Graf Mack.
Silvio Rodríguez turns a Spanish tour into a warning for the present
Silvio Rodríguez filled ten venues across Spain before ending the tour in Madrid. His songs, family and a Palestinian scarf turned the final concert into a pointed appeal for solidarity and hope.
Lalín honours Fernando Ónega with street and library dedication
Fernando Ónega’s name now marks a main street and a library room in Lalín. The town honoured the late journalist in a moving ceremony with his family and local leaders, showing his deep ties to the community.
Fernando Ónega now has a street in Lalín
Lalín has named a street after Fernando Ónega, honoring his long bond with the town. His widow, children, and neighbors joined the ceremony, turning it into a day of gratitude and memory.
Peter Marino Restores Coco Chanel's La Pausa
La Pausa has reopened after a careful restoration led by Peter Marino. The villa keeps Coco Chanel's austere design and personal details, while Matthieu Blazy uses it for Chanel's first spring campaign.
Primavera Sound unveils its 25th anniversary lineup
Doechii leads a 151-artist bill built around indie favourites, new voices and a stronger female presence. Primavera Sound will run in Barcelona from 3 to 5 June 2027, with a free opening day and an electronic programme on 6 June.
Primavera Sound 2027 sets its 25th anniversary lineup
Primavera Sound will run in Barcelona from 2 to 6 June 2027. Doechii will make her Spanish debut alongside Phoebe Bridgers, Massive Attack and 148 other acts.
Primavera Sound Barcelona drops 2027 headliners: Phoebe Bridgers, Doechii, Massive Attack
Primavera Sound Barcelona has announced its 25th edition for June 2027, revealing a lineup led by Phoebe Bridgers, Doechii, Massive Attack, and Fontaines D.C. The festival will feature 151 acts, special collaborations, and exclusive performances.
Cosas nuestras shakes up Spanish weekend TV with a bold live debut
Cosas nuestras launched on La 1 with a direct, participatory format that immediately topped the ratings. The show’s live approach and familiar faces signal a clear shift in Spanish weekend television, aiming to connect with viewers through everyday stories and real-time interaction.
Jerez Book Fair draws 18,154 visitors in 2026
Jerez's 2026 Book Fair drew 18,154 visitors, up from 17,300 at the previous edition. Its wider family and cultural programme helped push the event beyond the usual book-fair format.
Pals offers a taste of Tuscany less than ninety minutes from Barcelona
Pals in Baix Empordà stands out for its medieval core, panoramic views, and landscapes that echo Tuscany. Just a short drive from Barcelona, this Catalan village blends stone architecture, rice fields, and coastal proximity for a uniquely rich escape.
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