On 8 and 9 July, at 21 h, Sant Sebastià beach will host Clàssica a la Platja, free concerts by the Gran Teatre del Liceu, L’Auditori and the Palau de la Música Catalana with Barcelona Obertura, Ajuntament de Barcelona and Fundació “la Caixa”. On the 8th, Liceu Simfònic with Josep Pons; on the 9th, the OBC with Ludovic Morlot and symphonic repertoire by Rakhmàninov, Dvořák and Txaikovski. Capacity for 22,000 people and broadcast on Betevé and Catalunya Música.
The Liceu and the Catalan Institute of Health (ICS) are launching “Liceu i Salut”, a pilot project that integrates cultural participation into primary care centres (CAP) in Ciutat Vella to promote emotional well-being and combat social isolation. The initiative combines sessions in primary care centres with activities at the Liceu, highlighting the potential of music and the arts as a tool for community health and social cohesion.
The Gran Teatre del Liceu premieres a new production of 'Le nozze di Figaro' by Mozart from June 5 to 21, with stage direction by Marta Pazos and musical direction by Giovanni Antonini. An exuberant and colorful visual proposal inspired by Susan Sontag’s 'camp' universe, featuring a major international cast and a special magazine dedicated to the opera’s creative process.
Liceu premieres Al cor del Liceu, a new immersive family show that celebrates the human voice through the expressive power of the Cor del Liceu. Directed by Marc Rosich, it will be performed at the Foyer on May 30 and 31 as part of the 25th anniversary of El Petit Liceu, reinforcing its educational commitment. The production combines music, movement and dramaturgy in an experience designed to move audiences of all ages.
Conductor Paolo Arrivabeni debuts at the Liceu on May 13 with 'Semiramide' by Rossini in concert version. With Vasilisa Berzhanskaya and Franco Fagioli, the opera combines bel canto and drama in one of the composer’s most brilliant scores, based on the legend of the Assyrian queen.
The Fundació Catalunya La Pedrera and the Liceu present on 12 May an intimate recital by Albert Cano Smit in the Foyer. The programme explores melancholy with works by composers such as Satie or Debussy and engages in dialogue with the spirit of the Nabis and the exhibition at La Pedrera. A proposal that brings together music and visual arts in a poetic and immersive experience.
The Gran Teatre del Liceu has hosted the Gala ceremony of the 8th Òpera XXI Awards, the national awards that recognise excellence in opera. The ceremony honoured several productions presented and premiered at the Liceu during the past season. The awards were presented this Friday, 15 May, for the first time on the stage of the Liceu, in a gala directed by Joan Anton Rechi and hosted by tenor José Manuel Zapata and actress Llum Barrera, featuring performances by the award-winning artists.
The Liceu presents a new chamber music series at Teatre de Sarrià on May 2 and 3, featuring musicians from the Orchestra and Choir. Four programmes ranging from the Baroque to the 20th century that highlight closeness, voice, and expressive richness in chamber ensembles at Teatre de Sarrià. May 2 and 3.
LiceuOPERA+ presents the new 26/27 digital season with six major streaming premieres, including Aida, La bohème and Jenůfa. The platform enhances the immersive experience with new cameras, multicamera features, and exclusive backstage access at the Liceu.
Under the motto (Des)sacralize, the Gran Teatre del Liceu presents the 2026/2027 season with new productions, major repertoire titles, international voices such as Anna Netrebko and Asmik Grigorian, dance, concerts, and a strengthened commitment to contemporary creation.
