Christmas is a special time of the year for everyone. In addition to bringing another year to a close, this time of the year is meant for spending time with loved ones, and of course, that means we try to make it as magical as possible.
We often choose to plan small getaways with the whole family around Christmastime, or we organise activities to entertain the little ones. One plan that normally delights children and adults alike, and that gets marked in bold on the Christmas calendar, is a trip to see a musical.
There are musicals for everyone.
Although they’re typically seen as a more family-oriented genre aimed at children, there are so many great options on at the moment that there are many shows to choose from. Nonetheless, the Christmas season brings many shows aimed at children. These, of course, include the classics, although every year there are even more premieres and new musicals. Here’s a selection of some of the best musicals:
BILLY ELLIOT
Billy Elliot will get your feet tapping with his passion for dance. After more than ten years in London theatres and four years on Broadway, the musical, adapted from the film, arrives in Madrid. With a soundtrack composed by Elton John, this story about fighting for your dreams will delight children and adults alike.
- Showing at the Teatro Nuevo Alcalá. Tickets from € 23.06
LA LLAMADA
This musical phenomenon recently made the leap from the theatre to the big screen. Why not follow 300,000 other musical-goers and get a ticket for “La llamada”. After winning more than 11 Broadway World Awards and going on tour to around thirty cities, the show has now been running in the capital for more than five seasons. Nuns and teenagers sing along to Whitney Houston tunes in a fun story about God making an appearance during a Christian camp.
- Showing at the Teatro Lara. Tickets from €25.
THE LION KING
Of course, Disney is a must on the theatre programme this Christmas in Madrid. This classic show has already been running for 6 years on Gran Vía, has picked up over 70 awards around the world and won over the hearts of over 50 million audience members. The magical story about bravery has a fantastic soundtrack as well as incredible costumes and set design.
- Showing at the Teatro Lope de Vega, Madrid. Tickets from €23.
ANASTASIA
Another animated classic, this time from Fox, has arrived in theatres this year as a musical. The story transports us from St. Petersburg to Paris in the middle of the 1920s. Anastasia battles with all kinds of dangers to discover her past and find her home, as well as an unexpected romance along the way. The story will delight the whole family when they see it on stage.
- Showing at the Teatro Coliseum. Tickets from €39.
LOS FUTBOLÍSIMOS
There is no doubt that this is a musical with a difference. A decade after their last mystery, these football fanatic kids are back to solve a new case, taking on the role of detectives once more. A football-centric musical that will surely delight young football fans. Intrigue, music and of course, football, are all mixed together in this incredible production.
- Showing at the Teatro La Latina. Tickets from €12.
YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN
Following on from the classic 1930s film, Mel Brooks produced a comedy film adaptation in 1974 titled “Young Frankenstein”. After a successful run on Broadway, the musical has now arrived in Madrid. The infamous monster has now become a “frighteningly” good dancer. Songs and laughter are guaranteed in this new musical comedy from the company LETSGO.
- Showing at the Teatro de la Luz Philips Gran Vía. Tickets from €21.40
