by Maja Gojkovic

As Madrid prepares itself for the commemoration on May 2nd 1808, the city will be hosting an amazing cultural programme featuring exhibitions, publications and a spectacular street display in order to remember the day on which the people of Madrid rose up in rebellion against the Napoleonic troops, changing the history of Spain.  

One event that will definitely be on my list of things to see will be the street performances. The larger than life streets show 6 Goyas 6 that have been created by Pere Pinyol, with musical direction by Carles Santos and features special performances by La Fura dels Baus and Carles Padrissa. The show is based on works by Francisco de Goya, and portrays the most significant events of the uprising. Works by the artist will become alive in a historic interpretation incorporating dance, theatre, parades and music by prestigious creators and companies.

The street performances will take place over the Prado Museum, Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor, Plaza de Dos de Mayo, Plaza de Oriente and Cibeles.The shows will start on May 1st in the afternoon although the central part of the show will take place throughout the evening of May 2nd, with La Fura’s closure in Cibeles.  If you’re interested in checking out the street displays, they will be hosted on:1st May- Prado Museum at 18.002nd May- Puerta del Sol/Plaza Mayor at 18.00

2nd May-Plaza de dos de Mayo/Plaza de Oriente at 21.00

2nd May- Plaza de Cibeles at 21.30  This is promised to be an amazing event and well worth seeing, so if again you’re in Madrid during the ‘dos de mayo’ celebrations check this one out and the best part is its totally free.