Oviedo’s zarzuela season boasts more than three decades of history and has become one of the cornerstones of the city’s cultural life. Far from being anchored in tradition, this series has evolved to become the second most important and stable zarzuela cycle in Spain, just behind Madrid’s Teatro de la Zarzuela. This recognition grants Oviedo a prominent role in the national lyric scene and a significant cultural and social responsibility.

The Festival of Spanish Lyric Theatre brings together a carefully curated selection of productions each year, ranging from major classical titles to more avant-garde works. One example is Coronis, a recent production born from the collaboration of five French theatres.

This festival represents a firm commitment to Spanish stage and musical heritage, while also supporting contemporary creation—demonstrating that zarzuela remains a living art form, capable of stirring emotion and continuing to evolve.