This is how full (and interesting) the programming of the Gran Teatro de Elche until June

Wainwright began his world tour in the Netherlands last weekend, and Elche will be the second of six Spanish locations where the American-Canadian will be performing on April 15. Noting that his show was “one of the most intense experiences any music fan can ever witness”, Antón extended his achievements to film by participating in soundtracks, underscoring Wainwright’s status as an “unclassifiable contemporary icon”. Bridget Jones’ Diary’ or ‘Shrek’ and now wanting to retire from pop music to focus on opera.

“Rufus is a regular at the Teatro Real in Madrid, the Liceo de Barcelona or the Metropolitan in New York; the programmer is an artist who goes to the most important places in the world and we managed to bring him to Elche.”

On the other hand, due to 103rd anniversary of the opening of the Grand TheaterOn March 24, Aída Gómez will conduct Bizet’s Spanish Ballet ‘Carmen’.

“Gómez is one of the greatest in dance. She joined the National Ballet at the age of 14.He was the youngest director in his history,” recalled the mayor, who worked with Antonio Gades, Antonio “El Bailarín,” or filmmakers Carlos Saura and Bigas Luna. “In 1997, he was awarded the National Dance Award and the Max Award for Best Dancer. ‘ he added.

This performance was planned to commemorate the centennial of the Grand Theater in 2020, but could not be held due to the pandemic. In this sense, Antón stated that improvements were made in the hall of the facility to “make it warmer” for the anniversary, “Keeping in mind the importance of celebrating the 100th anniversary, we continue even though we do not concentrate as we would like. pills throughout the year to be remembered as he deserves”.

“Dance betting is very important for this season. At the Gran Teatro we will have national awards such as Aída Gómez herself or Andrés Marín and sun lanceclassical and contemporary dance is currently the best in our country, which makes us very happy”, commented Saéz.

big names

Likewise other big names from February to June Juan Echanove, Gabino DiegoJon Plazaola, Sol Picó Antonio Munoz Molina, Toni Acosta, Carlos SansYllana, Wizard, Yunke, or the National Drama Center. All of this, as Saéz points out, in a year that began with a massive influx of people last weekend as the musical ‘Peter’ reached 3,200 viewers alone. “It’s January a great month“Every planned performance takes a full house,” he said, thanking the audience for their response. “This country’s major production companies are taking good care of Gran Teatro,” he added.

Marga Antón, thanking Sáez for her effort to have Top artists at Elcheinvited the public to enjoy various shows and artists who will showcase their talents at the Gran Teatro. “Excellent programming in a unique environment. We have a special Grand Theatre, artists always praise it and appreciate its beauty,” the councilor concluded.

Theater for all tastes

Gran Teatro’s new program will begin in February. ‘Oscar for Oscar’, With Jon Plazaola, Agustín Jiménez, Elche’s Rebeca Sala and Mara Guil. It will also be staged in the month in question. ‘Happiness curve’Starring Gabino Diego, Antonio Vico, Josu Ormaetxe and Jesús Cisneros.

Subsequently, the work was chosen to commemorate Women’s Day. ‘A room of its own’ by Virginia Wolf. New release for World Theater Day ‘Secret voice’ with Toni Acosta and Omar Ayuso, directed by Juan Carlos Rubio.

The people of Elche will also be able to enjoy a wonderful theatrical production of the Valencian company Moma Teatre in April, directed by Carles Alfaro. ‘out of sight’, ‘Maestrísimo (Paganini2)’ by Yllana and ‘Lectura Fácil’ by Centro Dramático Nacional directed by Alberto San Juan in May. And Tricicle Carles Sans member returns with fun montage ‘Finally alone’.

The Gran Teatro will also feature Rafael Álvarez’s latest work “El Brujo” ‘Los dioses y Dios’. And it’ll get better in June ‘To be or not to be’ Performed by Juan Echanove, which had to be postponed for health reasons of its protagonist. The theater section will be completed with Valencian language performances. Xavi Castillo ‘Yonkis del dinero’ and ‘A ningú que li pasa’ with Eugeni Alemany.

five musicals

Likewise, there will be room for five musicals: ‘The Musical of the 80-90’ in March; In April, “Symphonic Rhapsody of Queen” and “Vivir así es morir de amor” based on Camilo Sexto’s songs were released. ‘The season will end with a musical’ in Junelike a wave’ Dedicated to Rocío Jurado and childrentadeo jones‘.

Dance, classical music, concerts, magic and literature

He will have a public appointment on February 25.damn feathersA dance show directed by the famous choreographer of Alcoy Sol Picó. And Elche will commemorate the International Dance Day for another year with the Abril en Danza festival directed by the Elche choreographer. asun noales.

It will host the Gran Teatro on April 23.emerging‘ with a selection of new contemporary dance talents, on the 30th of the same month, the Kukai Dantza troupe will receive the 2022 National Dance Award, Andrés Marín and Jon Maya and ‘Yarín’ turn.

As for classical music, the councilor emphasizes the continuity of the OSCE season with scheduled concerts and the staging of opera. “The Barber of Seville” By Rossini on March 17 with the Moldovan National Opera.

Master Guerrero’s Zarzuela ‘Los Gavilanes’ will be performed by Coral Ilicitana on March 12. Other concerts that will enliven the cultural facility will be in the lead roles. Secrets, Gun, Elephants and ‘Pûlsar To Floyd’‘, this latest tribute to British band Pink Floyd. And the illusion show ‘Origen’ will return to the Gran Teatro in June at the hands of Yunke, one of the best magicians in the world, as Antón puts it.

Finally, the Cultural Council has announced that the VIII Literary Cycle ‘La dignidad de la palabra’ will enjoy the participation of writer Begoña Rueda and award-winning writers on April 20. Antonio Muñoz Molina and Enrique Vila Matas on 28 March and 11 May, respectively.