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The FRIENDS™ TV Experience in Madrid

Friends TV Experience Madrid

The FRIENDS™ Experience is coming to Spain for the first time. Inspired by one of the most popular television series in history, The FRIENDS™ Experience opens its doors in Hall 14.1 at IFEMA MADRID, for a limited time in 2025.

This unmissable experience will land in the Spanish capital on March 17, bringing fans one step closer to their favorite series and characters with life-size sets, iconic backdrops, costumes, and a wide variety of props and memorabilia.

For more information and to get your tickets for this unique TV experience see https://madrid.friendstheexperience.com/en/?s=03#


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Torrevieja presents one of its most comprehensive and ambitious programmes to date

An ambitious proposal that encompasses over 60 events for all audiences was unveiled this morning: Torrevieja’s Cultural Programme for the months of May to August 2025. The presentation was headed by Antonio Quesada, the Councillor for Culture; Manuel Esteban Moreno, the coordinator of the Joaquín Chapaprieta Municipal Institute of Culture; and Lalo Díez, the Director of Culture of Torrevieja.

Entertainment options for all ages, including musicals, concerts, theatre performances, ballet, comedy, and festivals, will fill the summer calendar. By providing a high-quality programme at its primary facilities, the Municipal Theatre and the International Auditorium, the city is fortifying its dedication to culture.

This is evidenced by the attendance figures, which have continued to increase since the beginning of 2025, with over 60 events occurring in the first four months of the year. March was a record-breaking month, with 21 introductory sessions and 14,000 attendees, resulting in a total of over 24,000 attendees by the beginning of April.

The Culture social media platforms are experiencing continued expansion, with 11,223 followers on Facebook and 7,290 on Instagram. In Torrevieja and the surrounding area, as well as in other countries like Sweden and the United Kingdom, 297,000 individuals viewed content on these social media channels last month.

The programme will commence with a bang with the premiere of “The Physician.” From April 25th to 27th, the Torrevieja Municipal Theatre will host a musical adaptation of Noah Gordon’s bestseller. The production is expected to captivate Torrevieja audiences, as it has already garnered eleven BroadwayWorld Awards and five Music Theatre Awards, and has been a critical favourite during the 2018-19 season, with a total of over 300,000 spectators. Additionally, it has performed in Madrid for two consecutive seasons.

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In May, the Europa 2025 Gala and the Royal Film Concert Orchestra’s tribute to Williams, Zimmer, and Morricone will commence. “El Monaguillo,” which has already sold out a significant portion of its tickets, will return to Torrevieja. Two events that are certain to be sold out in the upcoming weeks.

The Torrevieja Symphony Orchestra (OST) will present its concert of “Mozart and Spanish Music” on the local side. The following day, Shani Ormiston will perform an intimate concert at the Municipal Theatre to introduce her new EP, “Vital.” The “Divas” tributes, which showcase the finest performances of legendary vocalists including Beyoncé, Rihanna, Jennifer Lopez, and Lady Gaga, will return a week later. This will be followed by the “Me cuesta tanto olvidarte” tribute to the iconic Spanish pop band Mecano.

Sabor & Cultura, an intimate experience that integrates gastronomy, wine, and music within the Teatro Municipal, will continue in May. The following events will take place throughout the month: “La Función Que Sale Mal,” a comedy that has captivated over 450,000 spectators in Madrid and is currently in its sixth successful season; “La Colección,” featuring the renowned actor José Sacristán; the Tribute to Copla and the Pasodoble by the band Los Salerosos; and the highly anticipated concert by the rising star Marta Santos, whose final tickets are already selling out.

Our city will commence June with the arrival of one of the most iconic musicals in history: The Phantom of the Opera. This production commences its eagerly anticipated Spanish tour with a stop at the Torrevieja Municipal Theatre on June 6, 7, and 8, following its enormous triumph in Madrid, where it captivated over 160 million viewers in 21 languages in approximately 195 cities worldwide.

The upcoming month will feature a double performance by comedian Galder Varas at the International Auditorium, which is also on the brink of selling out; the 15th Festival de la Copla, which is organised by the Andalusian Cultural Association of Torrevieja; and the return of another Candlelight session, which will showcase classical music by candlelight.

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Antoñito Molina, a singer-songwriter from Cádiz, will appear in Torrevieja at the end of June to perform an unforgettable show as part of his “Me Prometo” tour. In addition, he will be participating in numerous performances that will showcase the talents of the local community, including a concert featuring the Barcelona Clarinet Players and the Unión Musical Torrevejense.

The month of July is brimming with local talent, including the 30th Habaneras Night on the Beach, the Mario Bustillo Orfeón de Torrevieja, and concerts by the Francisco Casanovas Flute Orchestra.

The Musical Society of the City of Torrevieja “Los Salerosos” will organise the XIII International Festival of Music Bands of the City of Torrevieja and the V National Festival of Youth Bands, which will feature the participation of national entities from Callosa de Segura, Paiporta, Catarroja, and Torrevieja. The event will subsequently continue with another Candlelight.

But as every year, the biggest event in July will be the 71st International Habanera and Polyphony Competition, from July 20th to 26th, where choirs from around the world will perform the most iconic habaneras. As a major highlight, the opening gala will feature Sole Giménez, one of the most iconic voices in Spanish music.

The month will conclude with the return of the Reggaeton Beach Festival, which will transform Torrevieja into the urban music epicentre for two days. The festival will feature artists such as Justin Quiles, El Alfa, and Chencho Corleone.

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The “Solera, Salero y Compás” Festival, which is organised by Casa Andalucía, will hold its third edition in August, the final month of the current season. The VII Chirigota Festival, which is organised by the Chirigota Cultural Association “Los Sangochaos,” will feature four groups of the genre.

The fifth edition of the Brilla Torrevieja festival will also be presented, with confirmed artists such as Camilo, Rels B, Walls, and Luli Pampin, and two more sessions by Candlelight.

Cultura Torrevieja is committed to preserving the city’s reputation as a cultural destination that is a must-see this spring and summer by offering a diverse selection of performances that are sure to captivate all audiences. Don’t miss the opportunity to enjoy exciting artistic experiences and immerse yourself in a world of creativity and entertainment. Tickets for nearly all of these activities are available for purchase on the www.culturatorrevieja.com website.

NOTABLE NAMES:

-The Doctor

-The Altar Boy

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-Divas

-It’s so hard for me to forget you

-The Function That Goes Wrong

-The Collection, with José Sacristán

-Marta Santos

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-Antoñito Molina

-Galder Varas

-The Phantom of the Opera

LOCAL PROGRAMMING:

-71st edition of the International Habaneras and Polyphony Competition

-III Festival “Solera, Salero y Compás”

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-VII Chirigotas Festival

-13th International Festival of Music Bands of the City of Torrevieja and the 5th National Festival of Youth Bands


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Torrevieja to host “The Phantom of the Opera”

Phantom of the Opera Torrevieja

The iconic musical The Phantom of the Opera, a masterpiece by Andrew Lloyd Webber, is preparing to depart Madrid and travel to various regions of Spain. The celebrated show is preparing to embark on its first national tour in Spanish, which will span over 20 locations in Spain, following a successful residency at the Albéniz Theatre in the capital, which attracted over 300,000 spectators. The journey will commence in Torrevieja and will continue until early 2027.

The introduction of this eagerly anticipated tour will take place at the Torrevieja Municipal Theatre, in Plaza Miguel Hernández. Torrevieja audiences will have the opportunity to witness six performances from June 6th to 9th, 2025, during which the theatre’s galleries will be filled with music, mystery, and magic. The inaugural performance is scheduled for Thursday, June 6th, at 8:00 p.m. Subsequently, there will be two additional performances on Friday, June 7th, at 5:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m., two more on Saturday, June 8th, at 5:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m., and a final farewell performance at 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, June 9th.

This rendition of the theatrical classic, which is set in the grand Paris Opera, is faithful to Webber’s adaptation of Gaston Leroux’s novel and features Manu Pilas as the enigmatic Phantom and Judith Tobella as the scintillating Christine. Viewers are transported through the eerie corridors and backstage of this iconic theatre, where an enigmatic figure skulks, causing anarchy and dread.

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April 4, 2025 - April 6, 2025    
10:00 - 21:00
This weekend, Alicante will host the biggest car show in the province. The 21st edition of Sobre 2 ruedas and the 53rd edition of Firauto, [...]
Exhibition of Static and Radio-Controlled Naval Modeling in Torrevieja
April 6, 2025 - April 26, 2025    
10:30 - 19:30
An exhibition of static and radio-controlled naval modelling will be in the 'Los Aljibes' exhibition hall at the Park of Nations in Torrevieja and will [...]
Lenny Kravitz in Concert in A Coruña
April 10, 2025    
21:30 - 23:00
Lenny Kravitz will be preforming live at the Coliseum, C. Francisco Pérez Carballo, 2, 15008 A Coruña on Thursday 10th April this year. Leonard Albert [...]
Torrevieja Book Fair
April 12, 2025 - April 21, 2025    
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The Survivor Race obstacle course is made for people of all skill levels, from novices to those who take their training seriously. The obstacle course, [...]
13th Classic Motor Festival in Guardamar on Saturday, April 12
April 12, 2025    
10:00 - 18:00
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April 13, 2025 - April 20, 2025    
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Denia Market
April 14, 2025    
09:00 - 13:00
Dénia's enormous local market sells apparel, ceramics, household products, nuts, and sweets to locals and tourists. A churros stall greets tourists at the entrance. Summer [...]
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April 17, 2025 - April 21, 2025    
11:00 - 23:00
The Medieval Market returns to Santa Pola from April 17th to 21st, the center of Santa Pola will host the traditional Medieval Market During market [...]
Murcia Spring Flower Parade 24 April
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The colourful Flower Parade, popularly known as the "Battle of Flowers," throws fresh flowers at spectators. Murcian women in regional costumes atop floral-decorated floats. Over [...]
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April 26, 2025    
10:00 - 14:00
The most famous climb in Spain will take place at the highest hotel in Europe. The 19th annual Vertical Climb will take place on Saturday, [...]
Murcia Burying the Sardine Saturday 26th April 2025
April 26, 2025    
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They do bury sardines. Music, colour, dancing, and processions precede the more solemn religious holidays as funfair season ends. This centuries-old ritual of burying a [...]
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May 3, 2025    
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Experience Villajoyosa's lovely coastal village and annual mediaeval market on a day trip. You have time to explore the town's attractions, seafront restaurants and cafes, [...]
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