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Culture news and stories from Barcelona and Catalonia
The Magic Flute comes to Liceu under baton of Gustavo Dudamel
David McVicar's production of Mozart's classic opera runs from June 20 to July 2 in Barcelona
Going to Sónar 2022? Here’s a practical guide on everything you need to know
Music festival returns to city with day and night events and 117 performances including international DJs and artists
‘Havaneres’ by the sea, a music genre with history
Neus Mar, one few female ‘havanera’ soloists performing traditional music of ‘Indians’
Primavera Sound will stay in Barcelona until 2027
Almost half a million people attend 20th edition of music festival
Dua Lipa crowns first night of second Primavera Sound weekend
Attendees also got to enjoy Gorillaz, Bad Gyal, Interpol, and Metronomy
Springsteen announces second concert in Barcelona, tickets already available
American musician sells out first gig in Catalan capital within minutes
Barcelona hotel rooftop week back from June 10 to 19
56 establishments take part in initiative with over 150 activities, including exhibitions, visits, concerts, and cocktail masterclasses
Gorillaz, Nick Cave, Tyler, The Creator light up third day of Primavera Sound
Headliners took to the stage with no more queues despite complaints on first day
Gorillaz, Nick Cave, Ferran Palau, The Creator on third day of Primavera Sound festival
Headliners took to the stage with no more queues despite complaints on first day
From fireworks to street parties: a guide to summer events in Catalonia in 2022
All the know-how on when, where, and how you can visit some of the territories most fascinating events
Everything you need to know about music festivals in Catalonia this summer
Where and when they take place, who’s playing, and where you can get your tickets
Artists celebrate return of music festivals after the pandemic
World-renowned stars happy to get feedback from crowds while local up-and-comers relish long-awaited opportunities
No bottlenecks reported on second day of Primavera Sound festival
Organizers installed three more water fountains after attendees complained during first day of event
Fans denounce ‘dangerously oversold’ Primavera Sound after opening night
Many took to social media to complain of “ridiculous queues” and “no access to water” after "terribly organised" festival returns after pandemic
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