OPERA IN VALENCIA
Architecturally, the opera house in Valencia is stunning. It’s location too. Situated on the northern edge of the Arts and Science park, the building reaches proudly for the sky.
The former river bed of the Turia is lush and welcoming. The nearby rose garden radiates the colours and scents of many a varieties.
The opera’s interior is spacious with a cool atmosphere. Valencian residents are proud of this institution and ensembles regularly perform to a full house. The acoustics are a matter of contention and quality of sound among professionals is questioned.
Audience enjoyment of performances can at times be challenging in some of the seats. That said, the vast majority leave with contented expressions on their face
A glance at their programme reveals a variety of traditional pieces as well as concerts.
By Vincent Green, October 23 2018
Palau de les Arts Reina Sofia
Av/ del Professor López Piñero, 1
46013 València
+34 902 202 383
ORIGINAL LANGUAGE MOVIES
Try Cines Babel and Yelmo Cines for a great selection of up to date entertainment. Keep your eye out too for occasional specials at La Filmoteca of the Institut Valencia de Cultura.
MUSEUMS IN VALENCIA
One of the greatest joys for expats interested in local culture and history is to discover the wide selection of museums in Valencia. The exhibits impress with their, at times simple, at others well structured and comprehensible displays of artefacts.
Art venues in Valencia present a magnificent range of periods across many centuries to the contemporary. Permanent and temporary collections cover the works of many local and international greats. Impressive collections cover many movements and styles.
