Israel Galván & Marlene Monteiro Freitas

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Image courtesy of Grec Festival de Barcelona

Rarely do you witness two talents as unconventional and personal in their artistic expression as Israel Galván and Marlene Monteiro Freitas. Their collaboration, born at the Festival d’Automne in Paris and since showcased at various festivals, arrives at the Grec.

Galván, renowned for his innovative flamenco style, merges sophisticated steps and intricate choreography, while Monteiro Freitas, with a background in dance and performance art, explores change and metamorphosis in her work. Trained at P.A.R.T.S in Brussels, Monteiro Freitas has garnered acclaim for pieces like Bacantes – Prelúdio para uma Purga (2019) and Idiota. Galván, a regular at the Grec Festival de Barcelona, has impressed audiences with productions like La fiesta and Seises. Together, they present a unique encounter on stage, blurring the lines between show and artistic collaboration.

A performance in the 2024 edition of Grec Festival de Barcelona.

Sounds of the City: Summer Music Festivals

What are your plans for summer? If you’re staying in the city, you won’t be alone. Barcelona is becoming a go-to destination for festival lovers, given Catalunya’s covetable combination of culture, great weather and an increasingly diverse concert circuit. So if you’re looking to expand your horizons while staying put this season, check out our article Sounds of the City: Summer Music Festivals for a summary of the summer music events taking place in Barcelona, from big-name gatherings to boutique takeovers.

For more music events check our online events calendar.