20 | MAKE IT MADRID
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April/May 2025
MARVEL IN THE FASHION, FOOD AND FANTASY OF MADRID
BY SARAH PICKERING
sarah@nitravelnews.com
CLEAN, bright and vibrant; the perfect round-up describing the city, and people of Madrid. With a successful sporting history, a lively nightlife and the now home of so many from across the globe, Madrid is a unique melting point of all walks of life.
Those that enjoy architecture or those that enjoy vibrant atmospheres - both become welcome here in Spain’s capital, which dawns the cultural right to boast itself to the rest of Europe.
Discover some of the world’s most influential museums featuring the charming highlights of years gone by, all laid out in charming, tasteful buildings
which make up the many streets of the city. What makes Madrid unique is its class and will to get all walks of life involved in both its own history, and the history it holds to tell its story, through interactive exhibitions and quirky live events. Food for thought and passion for fashion is what this city prides itself on. The love for its cuisine runs deep in its peoples lives daily; this is why at almost every turn you are sure to find a traditional eatery, or cutting-edge, innovative food experience to indulge in. On the fashion front, icons from all over flock to its streets to participate in the many workshops, explore the luxury offering on display and dazzle during the vibrant nightlife of the city. In a nutshell, Madrid is where it’s all happening, whatever that may be!
CAPITAL CULTURE: WHAT’S NEW FOR 2025?
IN 2025, a range of new cultural projects and spaces are opening up in Madrid, making the capital a cultural hub this year. Read on for information about new exhibitions, immersive audiovisual experiences and dance programmes in Madrid this year. Enlightenment by PROJEKTIL ‘Enlightenment’,
an
immersive audiovisual experience by the artistic collective PROJEKTIL is Currently being showcased at
the
Comunidad Evangélica de Habla Alemana – Friedenskirche Church until 27th April 2025. The show reinterprets Vivaldi’s The Four Seasons through stunning visuals and cutting-edge projection technology. The church’s architecture is transformed into a dynamic canvas of light, colour, and imagery, guiding audiences through a 360-degree journey of nature’s cycles. This unique fusion of music has performances running daily from from 6pm-8pm. Centro Danza Matadero In
February 2025, the Centro Danza
Matadero opened in Madrid’s Matadero complex, providing a new home for dance. This new venue will host a variety of dance forms, including urban, classical, flamenco, and contemporary. Under the direction of María Pagés the centre will feature 124 performances across 26 shows in its inaugural season, with over 600 artists participating. The centre’s newly renovated facilities, including a main hall with 634 seats, aim to establish CDM as a major European dance hub. The centre will host performances, residencies, co-productions, and educational initiatives, all designed to elevate dance and enrich Madrid’s cultural landscape, with members of the public able to purchase tickets to watch.
Palacio del Capricho Museum Also set to open in 2025 is the Palacio del Capricho Museum,
located in
Madrid’s El Capricho Park. The palace is undergoing a major restoration, with an estimated investment of €6.9 million. Once completed, the museum will celebrate the legacy of Josefa Pimentel Téllez- Girón, the IX Duchess of Osuna, who commissioned the palace in the 18th century. The museum will offer visitors insights into the
cultural contributions of
the Osuna family, while the surrounding park, famous for its blend of French, English,
and Italian artistic influences, provides a peaceful environment for exploration. The Palacio del Capricho Museum is expected to open in the second half of 2025 although an exact date has not yet been set.
New Banksy Museum The new Banksy Museum, which opened its doors on 2nd January features more than 170 replicas of iconic works by the elusive street artist Banksy, offering a tribute to his influential career. The museum not only showcases the artist’s work but also aims
to provoke thought and discussion around contemporary urban art. It serves as an open platform for reflection on the role of street
the themes
with of
art in
modern society, allowing visitors to engage
social activism, anonymity, and the intersection of art and politics that are central to
Banksy’s work. More info at
www.spaininfo.com
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