Teatre Tantarantana

Teatre Tantarantana is a small independent theatre in the El Raval neighbourhood of Barcelona, part of the historic Ciutat Vella district.

Where is the theatre located?

The venue sits at Carrer de les Flors 22, a short walk from Avinguda del Paral·lel, one of the city's traditional theatre streets. The address places it right in the middle of Raval, a neighbourhood known for its cultural mix, independent galleries and small performance spaces. The building includes access for visitors with reduced mobility.

How did the theatre come to be?

The project began in 1992, when Julio Álvarez and Víctor Suáñez, former members of the U de Cuc theatre company, opened their own venue. That first space, on a street of the same name in the Born area, held about 75 spectators and hosted shows for both adults and children. By the mid-1990s the growing audience had outgrown the original room, and in 1996 the company moved to its present address in Raval.

What will you find inside?

The theatre now runs two performance spaces. Baixos 22 follows an Italian-style layout and seats up to 107 people. The second room, Àtic 22, is a more flexible black-box style space where seating can be rearranged to suit each production, with capacity ranging from roughly 40 to 60 spectators. This combination lets the venue host both intimate, experimental pieces and shows that call for a more conventional stage-audience setup.

What kind of programme does it offer?

Tantarantana belongs to Barcelona's Fàbriques de Creació network, a city initiative supporting independent stage creation. Its programming leans toward bold, socially engaged theatre, treating the stage as a tool for reflection and change rather than pure entertainment. Beyond performances, the centre runs training activities, workshops and community projects that connect emerging artists with more established companies.

When is the best time to visit?

Because the theatre works on a seasonal show calendar rather than a permanent display, it is worth checking the current programme and booking tickets in advance. Both rooms are small, so popular productions sell out quickly, especially on weekends and during the city's theatre festivals.

Frequently asked questions

Which Barcelona neighbourhood is Teatre Tantarantana in? It is located in El Raval, part of the Ciutat Vella district, at Carrer de les Flors 22.

How many rooms does the theatre have, and how many people do they hold? There are two: Baixos 22, seating up to 107, and the smaller Àtic 22, holding between about 40 and 60 spectators depending on the layout.

When was the theatre founded? It was founded in 1992 and has operated at its current Raval location since 1996.

Is the venue accessible for visitors with disabilities? Yes, the building offers access for people with reduced mobility.