East Weekend kicks off with a crowd and a diverse lineup for October 21, 22, and 23 in Alicante
East Weekend draws people in with a vibrant schedule that spans concerts, cinema, theater, and exhibitions for every taste. Curious about what’s on in your city this weekend in Alicante? Here is a guided look at the key offerings across the arts scene.
This week’s movie premieres: Reviews on Little Pig, Halloween the End, Peter von Kant, Dibolic
Theater in Alicante this weekend
Oceania by Carlos Hipólito at the Gran Teatro de Elche presents a bold artistic statement. This performance serves as a living testament to Gerardo Vera, a memory of a life well lived and a portrait of a country and era. Directed by José Arellano, it takes the stage at Grand Theater Elche on Friday at 20:00.
The Insane Café at Alicante’s Main Theater invites audiences into a bold, lively space of comedy and spectacle featuring a rich mix of performances.
The Crazy Cage, at the Teatro Principal in Alicante until Sunday
Twenty four live artists and musicians, a repertoire of thirteen songs, and a stunning 140 costume changes mark this Broadway style show. It features Manu Guix and Angel Llàcer, with Ivan Labanda leading as the protagonist. The production is a joyful, optimistic celebration of performance. Alicante Main Theatre runs until Sunday with tickets from 39 to 59 euros.
Elche Medieval Market: How long will the 2022 Medieval Market last
Disgrace A History of Corruption at the Alicante Arniches Theatre
Marta Nieto leads La Infamia, a drama exploring the abduction and torture of Mexican journalist Lydia Cacho. The piece recounts Cacho’s 2005 criminal complaint regarding a network tied to pedophilia and exploitation, and follows Lydia Cacho through autobiography and documentary elements staged for the theater. The production blends on screen and stage to immerse the audience in the emotional space of the narrative.
- Direction: Jose Martret
- Adapted from Lydia Cacho and the book Memorias de una infamia by Jose Martret
- Alicante Arniches Theater
- Saturday, 20:30
- Tickets: 15 Euros
Concerts in Alicante this weekend: dates, times and places
Lighthouse by Eduardo Guerrero in Alicante
Cádiz born dancer Eduardo Guerrero presents Faro, a show created for a special tour visiting several Spanish lighthouses. The performance blends flamenco styles and iconic songs, offered as part of the Mediterranean Flamenco Festival. The show travels through Alicante as part of the festival with tickets priced at 30 euros.
La Boheme at the Chapí Theater in Villena highlights Puccini’s opera in a refined setting. This production by Opera 2001 unfolds in four acts across Paris in the 1830s, delving into turbulent love stories. Villena Chapí Theater, Saturday at 19:00.
Dwayne Johnson and Javier Bardem star in this week’s movie premieres
Tara and The Vengeful Cry of the Women at the Gran Teatro de Elche
This Alcantina playwright Josi Alvarado earned the 2019 Main Diosdado Award for her work. Hika Teatroa stages the piece starring Sandra Ferrús, a winner of a major contemporary acting prize. The work spotlights women’s stories and strength at the Grand Theater Elche on Sunday at 19:00.