The initiative, coordinated by LaJuan Gallery, aims to bring contemporary artistic creation closer to the daily lives of residents and visitors in eleven Madrid municipalities. Activities, including painting, textile art, and performance, will take place in public spaces like squares and streets, offering free and open access.
This project is part of 'Escenas de Verano' (Summer Scenes), the summer cultural program of the Community of Madrid, which this year features over 200 activities in 164 locations across the region. The mix of local artists and invited creators is a hallmark of this edition.
The participating municipalities are Robledo de Chavela, Patones de Abajo, Belmonte del Tajo, Manzanares el Real, Buitrago del Lozoya, Villar del Olmo, Villaviciosa de Odón, Navalcarnero, Valdemorillo, Chinchón, and Carabaña. In each location, five current creators—Mónica Mura, Sara Gema, Mocholi, Yolanda Andrés, and Julio Linares—will collaborate with local talent.
“"Sound, movement, and the audience's presence combine to build a collective experience of shared listening."
Mónica Mura will present 'Sonallada', a sound piece inspired by transhumance using artisanal cowbells. Meanwhile, Sara Gema offers 'Al pie de la letra', a humorous performance based on the literal interpretation of popular sayings.
Artist Mocholi will develop 'Vestirse de sol', a participatory project where residents will add ribbons to a white tunic, creating a collective artwork. Yolanda Andrés will lead 'Bordar el cuidado' (Embroidering Care), an intergenerational activity using embroidery as a means of connection and community care.
Finally, visual artist Julio Linares will present 'Un pueblo imaginado' (An Imagined Town), a live painting that will portray residents as symbolic and mythological characters, creating a unique visual memory for each municipality.
The complete schedule of activities, with specific dates and times for each town, is available on the festival's official website. Participation is usually free and does not require prior registration, although it is advisable to confirm the details of each event.
