Entertainment in Historic Centre (Seville)

Teatro Lope de Vega

Located in the old Casino of the Universal Exhibition from 1929, it is managed by the Department of Culture of the Town Hall of Seville. Its annual programming includes every type of performance and in its classic seats you can enjoy operas, concerts of classical music, flamenco and popular Spanish music. It has toilets and access for people in wheelchairs. It is in a privileged location, it is very close to Plaza España which was a very important place during the aforementioned Exposition; it is also just a few meters from Maria Luisa Park and to the old tobacco factory which now houses Universidad Hispalense. These places must be visited, because along with unquestionable beauty they also represent modern and global Seville.

Teatro Imperial

Situated in the center of Seville, very close to La Campana, this is an old cinema converted into a theatre after the decline of cinema at the end of the 70's. The playhouse maintains the flavor of old theatres, seats, decorations, and above all plays that it stages. The programming is dedicated for a large part of the year to musicals, 'zarzuelas' , operettas, and concerts by well-known and popular singers. One of the best things about this theatre is its location. Forming part of the heart of the city, from here you can easily get to Sierpes Street, Plaza Nueva, Plaza de San Francisco, the Ayuntamiento, or Iglesia del Salvador. Nearby you can find bars, shops of all types, banks and above all the Plaza del Salvador, a great place to meet and have a beer in the evening.

Plaza de la Magdalena

This bustling square is located near the major shopping district of Calle Rioja that hosts some of the most posh stores in the area. The plaza itself is also home to a small but popular market that sells a variety of goods, from leather bags to fresh produce. Nearby you can find the impressive baroque-style Magdalena church, which is a major draw for architectural buffs and religious travelers alike.

Multicines Alameda

The Multiscreen Cinema Alameda, is one of the leading cinema complexes in Spain. Its four screens are equipped with the most up-to-date sound and projection systems such as THX and Dolby Digital Stereo. Located in the distinctive Alameda, where from the early hours on Sundays you can enjoy a very interesting market. A variety of products from antiques to the most daring items make this place a very exciting market in which to go shopping. The area around the Alameda also stands out for its atmospheric bohemian bars, serving traditional tapas and their characteristic beers.

Cine de Verano de la Diputación

Some public institutions such as the Diputacion of Seville have taken responsibility for summer cinemas, which were numerous in decades past but have now all but disappeared. The Provincial Diputacion of Seville now holds this activity within its grounds, showing the most popular films that were shown in commercial cinemas in the previous autumn and winter as well as subtitled films, to the notable enthusiasm of the public. The admission fee is very low.

Universidad y Danza

Seville University's annual Month of Dance festival, held in November every year, is organized with the help of the Andalusian Dance Association. Most of the performances by young dancers take place on campus in the open-air and attract huge students audiences who turn the whole event into a good-humored party. Components consist of short pieces in various venues, spontaneous generation of dance at unexpected venues and times and Now I Dance, which encourages public participation. Admission is free.

Homenaje a Daoiz

To celebrate the uprising of the Spanish people against Napoleon in the War of Independence, on May 2nd a floral offering is made before the monument dedicated to one of the soldiers who took control of the revolution in Madrid on May 2 1808, which cost him his life that very day.The Sevillian Luis Daoiz thus became one of the main military heroes of the Independence. His statue is located in Plaza de la Gavidia, in the heart of Seville. At mid-morning on this day, flowers are placed in front of the statue, with the participation of Artillery troops and a musical band. Free event.

Cabalgata de Reyes

The tradition of the Three Wise Men who give presents to children on January 6th is celebrated the day before with a Twelfth Night Procession - a parade of elaborately decorated floats to accompany the Three Kings. The parade is especially dedicated to children, with sweets and other presents being distributed among the crowds who line the city streets in the afternoon.The Three Kings are usually played by famous celebrities from Seville. The next day, after the children have received their presents, each area of Seville organizes its own parade.

Sala La Imperdible

Located in the popular district of San Lorenzo, it is the leading Sevillian alternative theatre. It has more than a hundred tiered seats that give this playhouse a welcoming feel. Its stage has served as a launch pad for numerous groups from within and outside Andalusia. To get to the place you will have to go through a small patio that divides the theatre into two spaces. On one side is the auditorium and on the other the bar that serves as a meeting point. Near the theatre and in the same square of San Lorenzo can be found the basilica of Jesus del Gran Poder. There are a number of bars in this area where you can find the cuisine of Andalusia, the Basque Country and other regions of Spain. This entertainment spot is open everyday from 9p.

Nervión Plaza

With 20 screens, this is the biggest cinema complex in the city and it is situated within a shopping center in the Nervion district. It has all the services you would expect: shops, restaurants, and leisure rooms for youngsters and adults. It has the most modern sound equipment: Dolby Digital Stereo, SDDS and DTS. The seats are tiered, and the theater also has ramps, a lift and toilets for the use of disabled people. It can be found in the expanding area of Seville, very close to the Santa Justa train station and El Corte Ingles department store.

Corpus Christi

Corpus Christi, the religious festival dates back to the 16th century and entails a procession, early in the morning, which consists of the religious associations and public corporations that accompany the pasos (portable platforms mounted on wheels carrying statues) of saints such as Saint Just and Saint Rufina, Saint Isidore, the Immaculate Conception, the Baby Jesus, Saint Leandro, Saint Ferdinand, and the monstrance, which is made in gold brought from the New World. A silver altar is installed in the façade of the town hall for the procession, as are others of similar characteristics on the streets through which the procession passes. At the same time, the Seises (children dressed in traditional outfits from the 16th Century), dance and sing before each of the altars.

Cervantes

Cervantes is the only classic cinema left in Seville. Originally a theater, it became a cinema in the 60s, along with the nearby Trajano. It has Dolby Digital Stereo and THX sound systems. Refurbished to face the new millennium, it has, nevertheless, the charms of the old cinemas. This cinema is next to the Alameda de Hercules district and a mere 300 meters from the center of the city, La Campana, on the route of the Holy Week procession. Near the cinema you can find pubs and restaurants of national and international reputation.