The countdown to February 11 brings a pivotal moment for the Goya Awards 2023, set to unfold at the FIBES Convention and Exhibition Center in Seville. The event promises a weekend of culture beyond the gala, with a program that previously included exhibitions, talks, and even light installations on Seville’s iconic facades. This year, audiences can expect a blend of musical performances that will illuminate the night between the awards and the celebrations that follow.
Leading the premiere are the film industry’s familiar faces who comprise the duo chosen by the Film Academy to guide the night. Antonio de la Torre and opening act Lake will host the ceremony, marking their first time steering Spain’s grand cinematic event. De la Torre is widely regarded as one of the most nominated figures in Goya history, with fourteen nominations to his name. The Madrid-born actress, who paired with Dani Rovira in the country’s record-breaking film Ocho apellidos vascos, has also earned recognition as Best New Actress, and she brings a history of on-screen collaboration with De la Torre in projects like Cousins, where they portray a father and daughter. These longtime collaborators will anchor a night that trades on warmth and familiarity while maintaining a respectful, balanced humor that lands between entertaining and tasteful.
The hosting duties will be shared with a broad roster of esteemed professionals who will help distribute prizes and steer the ceremony. The lineup includes cinema stalwarts such as Carmen Maura, Penélope Cruz, Blanca Portillo, and Maribel Verdú, alongside notable figures like Leonardo Sbaraglia, director JA Bayona, writer-director Isabel Coixet, and producer Mitra Farahani, among others. This ensemble reflects the breadth of Spain’s filmmaking landscape and its global connections, underscoring the awards as a meeting point for generations and genres alike.
Top moments and performances will be shaped by the energy of the production team. De la Torre has described their role as guiding companions rather than mere presenters, emphasizing a shared sense of purpose with their peers. They spoke about the need for a measured, inclusive humor that respects the ceremony’s mood and the work being celebrated, aiming for a tone that feels natural rather than contrived.
The ceremony’s creative backbone includes a range of familiar formats and talents. GestMusic, the company behind staple programs such as OT and Look Who’s Dancing, will bring their experience to the staging. Tinet Rubira and Ángel Custodio are slated to moderate the night, while a dedicated team of screenwriters led by Fernando Pérez will craft the evening’s narrative. The production is designed to balance tradition with surprise, ensuring the ceremony remains engaging for both live attendees and television audiences.
In addition to the formal awards, memorable musical moments are expected to punctuate the evening. Renowned artists will perform on stage, adding layers of rhythm and rhythm to the proceedings. Mexican songwriter Natalia Lafourcade, Málaga-born singer Pablo López, and flamenco artist Israel Fernández are among the acts anticipated to enrich the program and elevate the celebratory atmosphere for the night of Spanish cinema.