The Felipe VI Auditorium in Estepona celebrates its tenth anniversary with a remarkable cultural offering
The Costa del Sol’s iconic venue continues its programming with over a thousand activities held since its inauguration
The Felipe VI Auditorium in Estepona, one of the Costa del Sol’s most important cultural spaces, celebrates its tenth anniversary with more than a thousand activities since its opening. This cultural landmark, with 5,500 square meters of space and 600 seats, has been key to Estepona’s cultural development, establishing itself as one of the municipality’s major facilities in recent years.
The auditorium has become a cultural landmark
Inaugurated in March 2015, the Felipe VI Auditorium has played a key role in transforming Estepona’s cultural offering. With its large capacity and versatility, the space has hosted all kinds of events, from concerts and theater performances to conferences and institutional events of the City Hall. In addition to the main hall, the auditorium features a secondary room with retractable seating and an additional capacity for a hundred people, which allows it to host a wide range of activities.
Over these first ten years, the Felipe VI Auditorium has been the venue for major cultural events, such as theater productions, dance performances, comedy, zarzuela, opera, concerts, and film screenings. The continuous high-quality programming has been one of the keys to its success, establishing the venue as a key destination for those interested in the performing arts.
Highlighted activities and their impact on the city
The Felipe VI Auditorium’s cultural offering has been diverse and adapted to the different tastes and ages of Estepona residents and the surrounding areas. Some of the standout activities include theater performances, concerts by renowned artists, dance shows, and family-friendly events. Over the next few months, the public will be able to enjoy a varied schedule that includes the theater play "Dos hombres solos sin punto com ni ná", the concert by flamenco singer Niña Pastori, and the opera "Nabucco" by Verdi.
Over the years, the Felipe VI Auditorium has strengthened its connection with the city, witnessing the municipality’s major celebrations and offering a gathering place for the local community. Additionally, its success has made it one of the region’s leading cultural attractions on the Costa del Sol.
New phase for the Felipe VI Auditorium
In celebration of its tenth anniversary, Estepona City Hall has announced a new phase for the Felipe VI Auditorium, with the venue's management up for tender. The new contractor will be responsible for continuing the cultural programming for the next three years. The goal is to keep offering a varied and high-quality program that includes theater, dance, music, training activities, and conferences.
The terms of the tender indicate that the program will focus on maintaining the diversity of activities, with special emphasis on performing arts, music, and educational events, ensuring the continuation of a cultural hub of high caliber.
Upcoming programming
The Felipe VI Auditorium has already begun scheduling events for the coming months. Some of the highlighted events include a series of theater performances, concerts, and musical shows. Notable events include:
May 14 and 15: "Dos hombres solos sin punto com ni ná", starring Manolo Medina and Javier Vallespín.
May 22: "Al final de la carretera", a play starring Melani Olivares and Raúl Peña.
June 12: A concert by "Calum", a young Spanish singer with great potential.
June 20: "El perfume", a dance show by the Ballet Zambra company.
June 27: "Miguel de Molina al desnudo", a musical show about the life of artist Miguel de Molina.
August 7: A concert by singer Valderrama, known for his vocal technique and fusion of copla and flamenco.
August 8: Jonathan Santiago, winner of the TV contest "Se llama Copla", will present his first album "Tormenta".
August 9: "Nabucco" opera by Verdi, performed by international soloists from the National Opera Theater of Moldova.
August 14: The show "¿Hacemos un trío?" starring Natalia Millán, Marta Valverde, and Alberto Vázquez, reminiscing about iconic musicals like "Cabaret", "Mamma Mia", and "Chicago".
August 21: Flamenco singer Niña Pastori, who has sold over two million records and has been nominated for a Grammy.
September 7: "Iba en serio", a musical starring Jorge Javier Vázquez, where he shares anecdotes and moments from his life through songs.
The venue will also host family-friendly events, such as "Dinosaurios en la ciudad", a theater performance for children, and a cycle of children’s theater scheduled for December 28, 29, and 30.
A cultural legacy for Estepona
The Felipe VI Auditorium has left a lasting impact on Estepona’s cultural life. With its modern facilities and capacity to host a wide range of events, it has helped position the municipality as a cultural hub on the Costa del Sol. Over these ten years, it has been an essential space for both Estepona residents and visitors, strengthening the city’s role as a leading cultural center.
The new phase of the auditorium’s management is an opportunity to continue offering the city’s residents a diverse and high-quality cultural program, cementing the Felipe VI Auditorium as one of the region’s key cultural landmarks.
Throughout its first decade, the Felipe VI Auditorium has proven to be one of Estepona’s greatest cultural investments. With a varied and high-quality program, it has established itself as a landmark on the Costa del Sol, and its new phase promises to continue contributing to the cultural enrichment of the city.