El Molino, Historical cabaret theatre in El Poble-sec, Barcelona, Spain
El Molino is a theatre building in El Poble-sec displaying a mix of Noucentisme and contemporary design elements, distinguished by its red exterior facade and decorative windmill blades. The structure holds around 250 seats and reflects the blend of early Catalan modernist style with later contemporary additions.
The venue opened in 1910 and established itself as Barcelona's response to Paris's Moulin Rouge, shaping the development of local cabaret culture for decades. This founding vision influenced how the city's entertainment venues evolved.
The venue hosts cabaret shows, burlesque performances, and traditional theatre productions that form part of Barcelona's entertainment heritage. Visitors can watch how local performers bring Spanish theatrical traditions to life on stage.
The theatre is located at Vila i Vila 99 and easily reached from Parallel metro station, with direct access to the building. Performances typically run Wednesday through Sunday, making it easy for visitors to plan their trips.
During Spain's period of censorship, performers developed coded language and gestures to communicate controversial messages to audiences. This subtle method of communication allowed them to test boundaries of expression without openly defying the authorities.
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