The 'Eclosión' exhibition in Madrid revisits a pivotal era of transformation at the Círculo de Bellas Artes, specifically the 1980s and 1990s. It chronicles the institution's remarkable evolution into an innovative, multidisciplinary cultural center. Explore how this period solidified its status as a leading reference in Spanish cultural life, fostering rich international dialogue and diverse artistic expressions.
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This exhibition revisits a pivotal period of transformation at the Círculo de Bellas Artes from the 1980s to the 1990s. It highlights the institution's evolution into a multidisciplinary, innovative cultural center deeply connected to contemporary debates and international dialogue.
The exhibition "Eclosión. El Círculo de Bellas Artes en los 80 y 90" delves into a crucial period of renewal for the institution, beginning in 1983. This era marked a profound structural and conceptual transformation, solidifying the Círculo's status as a leading reference in Spanish cultural life and establishing its international presence. The exhibition showcases how the Círculo became a permeable and experimental space, fostering the convergence of practical and theoretical education across art, thought, music, film, and architecture. The period saw the participation of influential figures such as Susan Sontag, Jean Baudrillard, and Massimo Cacciari, whose lectures brought international intellectual debates to Madrid. Renowned artists like Nancy Spero, Julio Le Parc, and Luis Gordillo led art workshops, attracting emerging talent. Photographers such as Javier Vallhonrat and Lucien Clergue provided specialized training, reflecting the expansion of photography as a medium. Architects like Sáenz de Oiza and Álvaro Siza, and filmmakers including Pilar Miró and Luis García Berlanga, also contributed significantly. The exhibition also highlights the presence of poets like John Berger and Allen Ginsberg, whose readings were landmark events in Madrid's literary scene. Pioneering initiatives like the National Video Festival, the FOCO photography festival, and the contemporary music ensemble Grupo Círculo emerged during this effervescent cultural climate, introducing new languages and practices to Spain and underscoring the Círculo's role as a motor for creative awakening in democratic Spain.
Standard tickets are 6€, with a reduced price of 5€. Members of Círculo de Bellas Artes have free admission. Tickets can be purchased online or at the box office during opening hours. Opening hours are Tuesday to Sunday, 11:00-14:00 and 17:00-21:00, with Mondays closed.
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