Alcoy’s Teatro Circo Celebrated in Novel Musical Production

Alcoy, Spain, is set to honor its rich cultural heritage with the premiere of “Teatro Circo, una historia de película,” a new musical dedicated to the beloved Teatro Circo (1903-1985). The production, based on Ricardo Canalejas’s book of the same name, will take the stage at the Teatre Calderón on Sunday, March 1, 2026, at 7:00 PM.

A History Brought to Life

The Teatro Circo, owned by the El Trabajo Society, held a significant place in Alcoy’s cultural landscape for decades. It served as the city’s most popular venue for cinema and live performances, hosting a diverse range of events, including film screenings, theatrical productions, zarzuela, concerts, and charity festivals. Agenda Alcoy highlights the venue’s importance in the collective memory of the city.

The Production

The musical aims to capture the essence of the Teatro Circo’s legacy, drawing upon documentation and images that resonate with the people of Alcoy. TicketAlcoi notes the production is a tribute to the venue’s history.

The production features a talented cast and crew, including:

• Choir: Agrupación Lírica El Trabajo
• Orchestra: Frames Octet
• Ballet: Ballet de Mónica Talens
• Performers: Gemma Soler, Pascual Andreu, Hugo Mas, Sara Vidal, Antulio Climent, and Silvia Aleixandre
• Presenter: Óscar Martínez
• Musical Director: Moisés Olcina
• Director/Coordinator: Javier Pérez

The artistic board of the Associació de Sant Jordi will also collaborate on the production. Cadena SER reports that Pérez and Olcina previewed the musical on Tragaluz.

Ticket Information

Tickets for “Teatro Circo, una historia de película” are available for purchase at TicketAlcoi and the Teatre Calderón box office.