Historic theater · Alcalá de Henares, Madrid, Spain

Teatro Corral de Comedias

A 17th-century courtyard theater in Alcalá de Henares, a city associated with playwrights such as Cervantes and Calderón, with contemporary productions, guided tours, and cultural activities.

About Teatro Corral de Comedias

About the Theater

Teatro Corral de Comedias is a historic performance venue on Plaza de Cervantes in Alcalá de Henares, Madrid. It is presented as a 17th-century Spanish courtyard playhouse, now offering contemporary theater, annual seasons, and a school program.

Program and Activities

The theater organizes an annual season—for example, the 2026–27 season—with productions such as Errantes (The Wanderers), Los tiempos que vivimos (The Times We Live In), and Prometeo, bufón y mártir (Prometheus, Fool and Martyr). It also offers guided tours, meet-the-artist events, training, discussions, and municipal activities. Subscriptions, gift cards, and venue rentals are available as well.

History and Significance

The Corral de Comedias in Alcalá is described as a cradle of playwrights such as Cervantes and Calderón de la Barca. Its news section noted the death of Juan Sanz Ballesteros, a co-discoverer of the Corral, and its participation in the Clásicos en Alcalá festival, which marked its 25th anniversary in 2026.

Practical Information

  • Address: Plaza de Cervantes 15, 28801 Alcalá de Henares, Madrid, Spain
  • Box office: +34 91 877 19 50
  • Audience services and tours: 628 766 275
  • Website: www.corraldealcala.com
  • Social media: Instagram, X (Twitter), YouTube, and Facebook

Visitors are advised to confirm hours, ticket prices, and availability directly with the theater.

In brief

Historic theater and live performance