This page on Barcelona Events in May has been kindly provided by TBS The Broadsheet, the only English-language lifestyle magazine distributed all over Spain. With the tagline 'The Best of Spain in English', TBS The Broadsheet is a well established magazine covering all areas of life in Spain.
See also: May Events in Madrid
Each event is listed with contact details and the nearest metro stop.
Events Throughout May in Barcelona
Throughout May
FOTOPRES 07
CosmoCaixa: c/Teodor Roviralta 47 to 51, tel: 93 212 6050
The winning photos of the worldwide competition for photojournalism comes to the CosmoCaixa.
Throughout May
CAIXA FORUM
Av del Marquès de Comillas 6 to 8, tel: 93 476 8600 Espanya (Line 1)
Eight works by eminent, young Eastern European artist Wilhelm Sasnal in the Espai Montcada along with genius US photographer Lee Friedlander in the main exhibition space until June 24. The Agatha Ruiz de La Prada exhibition also continues until May 13.
Until May 13
CUANDO LLOVÍAN BOMBAS
Museu d’Història de Catalunya MHCAT (Pl. de Pau Vila (Palau de Mar) 3, tel: 93 225 4700 Barcelonetta (Line 4)
The experiences of bombardiers during the Civil War come to life, by means of documents, audio/visual presentations and a special 3D screen, demonstrating the birth of a new and brutal method of anonymous warfare.
May 3-27
MARAT SADE
Teatro Tívoli (c/Caspe 12, tel: 93 412 2063 Catalunya Line 1 & 3)
CDN goes on the road with the Animalario crew for this intriguing show starring Alberto San Juan as the Marquis de Sade
Until May 27
LA MÚSICA Y EL III REICH
Sala de Exposiciones en La Pedrera (Passeig de Gràcia 92, tel: 93 484 5530 Diagonal (Lines 3 & 5)
Conflicting ideologies during Germany’s Nazi years examined through posters, paintings and drawings.
Until June 3
CEAL FLOYER
Centre d’Art Santa Mónica (c/Rambla Sta. Mònica 7, tel: 93 316 2817 Drassanes (Line 3)
Imagine the power of life-size manifestations of ideas. This Pakistani artist is known for her creation of simple and elegant pieces that exhibit a clear perception of the world. She comes to Spain for the first time to share her sense of humour and artistic talent.
Until June 16
COOKING FOR KIDS
Mercado de la Boqueria (c/la Rambla 100, tel: 616 976 893 Liceu (Line 3) or Jaume (Line 4)
Kids, join the ranks of famous chefs and learn how to cook fun and exciting recipes! Cooking lessons for kids aged 5 to 13 years old every Saturday with different foods on the menu each week. Go to www.cuinapernens.com for more info
Until July 1
GREASE: THE MUSICAL OF YOUR LIFE
Teatre Victoria (Avda. Parallel 67, tel: 93 329 9189 Parallel (Lines 1 & 3)
The well-known fifties high school tale of love, friendship, competition and growing up comes to Spain.
Daily Calendar of May Events in Barcelona
A list of the daily events in Barcelona until May 15.More: Barcelona Events: May 16-31
May 4
JOANNA NEWSOM
Poble Nou, Barcelona: Casino de L’Aliança - Rambla Poblenou 42,
tel: 93 225 2814
Author of TBS’s disc of the year 2006, this wonderful harp playing recluse from the Appalachian mountains is an absolute joy.
May 5
MÁRTIRES DEL COMPÁS
Sala Apolo (c/Nou de la Rambla 113, tel: 93 441 4001 Parallel (Line 2)
Untraditional and creative, flamenco is taken for a spin by mixing in blues, pop, rock, reggae and tango sounds. The result is what seems like an old- school mixed tape and what they call, ‘flamenco-billy,’ a celebration of their unique sound and lyrics.
May 5
CORCORBADO
Santa Coloma de Gramenet: Teatro Segarra (c/Lluís Companys 2, tel: 93 466 1878 Santa Coloma (Line 1)
German-born Spaniard, Corcobado produces electronic music with influences from Jim Morrison to Leonard Cohen.
May 6
THE HORRORS
Sala Razzmatazz 3 (c/Pamplona 88, tel: 93 320 8200 Marina (Line 1) or Bogatell (Line 4)
These British shock-rockers, who’ve already had a video banned on MTV, are travelling to Barcelona to wreak more havoc overseas.
May 9
LINTON KWESI JOHNSON
Palau de la Musica Catalana (c/Palau de la Musica 4-6, tel: 93 295 7200 Urquinaona (Lines 1 & 4) May 9
One of the English language’s best living poets presents his work.
May 11
MALCOLM MIDDLETON
Razzmatazz 3 (c/Pamplona 88, tel: 93 320 8200 Marina (Line 1) or Bogatell (Line 4)
Solo salto by Arab Strap member brings some off-kilter Scottish folk loveliness to Barcelona.
May 11
DELUXE
Espacio Movistar
The founder and only member of this alternative rock band from Galicia, Xoel López, comes to perform hits from his new album, 'Fin de un viaje infinito' (The End of an Infinite Journey).
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