Madrid's new art scene is concentrated in two areas, the Lavapies and Chueca neighborhoods. Foundations organize some of the most intriguing shows of contemporary art, by artists from and beyond the Iberian Peninsula.
Galeriía Helga de Alvear
12 Doctor Fourquet; 34/91-468-0506; www.helgadealvear.net.
Galería Travesía Cuatro
4 Travesía de San Mateo; 34/91-310-0098; www.travesiacuatro.com.
Fundación Juan March
Offers exhibitions emphasizing European and American art of the 20th century. 77 Calle Castelló; 34/91-435-4240; www.march.es.
Círculo de Bellas Artes
Puts on some 1,000 events a year, from exhibitions and seminars to films and dance performances. 2 Calle Marqués de Casa Riera; 34/91-360-5400; www.circulodebellasartes.es.
Teatro Real The Magic Flute, July 518; Plaza de Oriente; 34/91-516-0660; www.teatro-real.com. A new production of Mozart's Singspiel features sets and costumes by Catalan artist Jaume Plensa.
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