Best contemporary dance shows in Madrid

Discover the top contemporary dance performances and shows in Madrid. This ranking highlights innovative choreography, cutting-edge artistic expression, and captivating theatrical experiences across various venues in the Spanish capital. Explore a curated selection of modern dance events, featuring both renowned companies and emerging artists, perfect for enthusiasts of avant-garde movement and performing arts.

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    Danish Dance Theatre Company | Marina Mascarell - Bloody Moon (Centro Danza Matadero, Madrid)

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    • Vibrant and sensual dance performance

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    This proposal by the acclaimed Danish company, under the direction of Marina Mascarell, is part of Centro Danza Matadero's prominent 2026 program. Its inclusion is key to showcasing the diversity and quality of international dance present in Madrid.

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    Staatsballett Hannover | Goyo Montero - Goldberg (Centro Danza Matadero, Madrid)

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    • Deeply poetic declaration of love for dance

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    The work Goldberg, by renowned choreographer Goyo Montero, is presented by the Hanover State Ballet, marking an important event in the 2026 program. Goyo Montero is a prominent figure in international contemporary dance, guaranteeing a high-quality proposal.

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    "The Golden Age" by Israel Galván (Centro Danza Matadero, Madrid)

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    • One of the best shows

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    Although known for flamenco, Israel Galván is an artist who transcends genres, with proposals that fuse tradition with contemporary experimentation. His work is a benchmark for contemporary dance in Spain, recognized for its innovation and ability to foster dialogue between styles.

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    La Veronal - Death and Spring (Centro Danza Matadero, Madrid)

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    • Creates an intimate, involving spectacle

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    This adaptation of Mercè Rodoreda's novel, directed by Marcos Morau, combines contemporary dance and theatre with poetic symbolism. La Veronal is one of the national companies with the greatest international projection, and this work inaugurated the Centro Danza Matadero's 2026 season.

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    Russell Maliphant - Vortex (Teatros del Canal, Madrid)

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    • Classy, intelligent, and beautiful dance

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    Commissioned by Sadler's Wells, this work explores the relationship between movement, gravity, and space, inspired by Jackson Pollock's abstract painting. It was the Spanish premiere of a work by an internationally renowned British choreographer, offering an intense visual and physical experience.

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    Chevi Muraday and Alejandro Palomas - So many flowers (Teatros del Canal, Madrid)

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    • Innovative scenic format

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    This proposal integrates dance, text, and theatre to reflect on masculine vulnerability, grief, and emotional memory. It is a collaboration between a National Dance Award winner (Chevi Muraday) and a Nadal Award winner (Alejandro Palomas), offering an interdisciplinary and emotional work.

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    Alberto Velasco - SACRESIZE (Canal Theatres, Madrid)

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    • Uses sensitivity and beauty of fat bodies

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    SACRESIZE is an absolute premiere that starts from the idea of a 'fat bodies' ballet to re-code beauty and technique, choreographing Stravinsky's The Rite of Spring. It promises to be a radical, political, and loving celebration of the body, challenging traditional dance canons.

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    Anne Teresa De Keersmaeker - Rosas Danst Rosas (Contemporánea Condeduque, Madrid)

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    • Seminal work remains watchable

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    Rosas Danst Rosas is an iconic work of postmodern dance, created by the influential Belgian choreographer Anne Teresa De Keersmaeker. The opportunity to see a fundamental piece of contemporary dance history, presented by one of its most important figures, is a cultural milestone in Madrid.

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    sORDA by Jone San Martin Astigarraga (Centro Danza Matadero, Madrid)

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    • Sound spectacle exploring deficiency

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    sORDA is an autobiographical show based on research into deafness and dance, where dance dialogues with the worlds of sound and silence. This absolute premiere offers an innovative and personal proposal in contemporary dance, exploring new forms of perception and expression.

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    Goblin Party - Once Upon A Time (Teatros del Canal, Madrid)

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    • Rhythmic and whimsical dance show

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    Once Upon A Time is a contemporary dance / dance-theatre piece from South Korea, which premiered in the Community of Madrid. It brings an international and fresh perspective to the Madrid scene, showcasing the diversity of global proposals.

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    SOL PICÓ CIA DE DANZA - The Lamb and her Army (Teatros del Canal, Madrid)

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    • Fulles a strong, dedicated, and magnificent choreography

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    The Lamb and her Army is a contemporary dance piece by the renowned choreographer Sol Picó. Its premiere in the Community of Madrid highlights the presence of one of the most transgressive and personal figures in Spanish contemporary dance, always innovative in her proposals.