What is Moving La Verbena
Moving La Verbena is a concert reinterpreting the zarzuela La verbena de la Paloma (1894) by Tomás Bretón, merging its popular essence with current genres. According to Palau de les Arts, the project connects late 19th-century Madrid with contemporary music addressing cities, identities, and conflicts, such as tracks by Jorge Drexler, Nathy Peluso, Stromae, or Bad Bunny. The aim is to present zarzuela as a living, relatable, and theatrical genre, far from a museum piece.
Who performs and what it sounds like
The show is produced by Berklee Valencia, the European campus of the prestigious modern music conservatory. While specific performers aren’t detailed, the official website highlights a blend of traditional zarzuela instruments with modern arrangements, exploring how music travels across cultures and generations. The repertoire includes excerpts from La verbena de la Paloma alongside songs by contemporary artists, adapted for the stage.
Schedule and duration
Moving La Verbena will be performed in two exclusive shows: Thursday 29 and Friday 30 October 2026, both at 19:30 in the Teatre Martín i Soler at Palau de les Arts. The approximate runtime is 90 minutes, with no intermission, as per the programme details.
Prices and tickets
Tickets start at €4, the lowest confirmed price by Palau de les Arts. The event goes on sale on 16 October 2026 at 13:00 via the venue’s official website. No age or group discounts are specified, but Palau de les Arts typically offers reduced rates for under-28s through its Tarifa Plana Joven.
Check how to get there on the Palau de les Arts Reina Sofía venue page.
