Cultural festivals and media programming highlight summer in Spain

Various cultural festivals and media programming are shaping the summer season in Spain. The In-Edit festival has introduced a new outdoor cineforum format at Sala Apolo, combining musical documentaries with DJ sets. This initiative aims to recreate the atmosphere of clandestine Caracas matinées, featuring films like ‘Esto es Raptor House’ which explores Caribbean techno-house.

In Madrid, the 42nd edition of Veranos de la Villa continues its sixth week with a diverse musical and cinematic lineup. The program includes ‘Cine Caliente’ film screenings, jazz flamenco performances, and tributes to various musical genres, ranging from Italian song to Portuguese fado.

Meanwhile, television programming on La 2 has seen a recent influx of new content, such as the 49th Vitoria Jazz Festival, though critics note a heavy reliance on reruns. The channel awaits the launch of a dedicated cultural channel to bolster its original programming.