Cabaret

Cabaret is set in Berlin during the early 1930s, as political tensions rise and nightlife becomes a refuge from uncertainty. The musical follows American writer Cliff Bradshaw and English performer Sally Bowles as their lives intersect inside the Kit Kat Klub, where entertainment masks fear, desire, and denial. With music by John Kander, lyrics by Fred Ebb, and a book by Joe Masteroff, Cabaret musical in Madrid draws from Christopher Isherwood’s Berlin stories and John Van Druten’s play I Am a Camera. This Madrid production places the audience within the club itself, blurring the line between spectator and participant while retaining the musical’s core themes of escapism, complicity, and survival.

The Story

New arrival Cliff Bradshaw rents a room in Berlin and becomes involved with nightclub performer Sally Bowles, whose carefree charm hides growing instability. Around them, the Kit Kat Klub continues its nightly performances, led by the Emcee, even as the outside world darkens. As romance, fear, and political reality collide, the question remains: how long can entertainment distract from what is coming?

Show Timings

Show timings for Cabaret may vary every week. You can check the show timings for your preferred date at the next stage of booking.

Cast & Crew

• Leading roles: Abril Zamora and Víctor Palmero as the Emcee, Amanda Digón as Sally Bowles, Pepe Nufrio as Cliff Bradshaw, Carmen Conesa as Fräulein Schneider, Tony River as Herr Schultz, Pepa Lucas as Fräulein Kost, and Gonzalo Ramos as Ernst Ludwig.
• Director: Federico Bellone
• Music director: Julio Awad
• Set and costume direction: Felype de Lima
• Choreography: Gillian Bruce
• Lighting design: Valerio Tiberi
• Sound design: Poti Martin
• Characterization design: Kley Kafe

The musical includes some of the most recognisable songs in musical theatre, including Willkommen, Don’t Tell Mama, Money, Money, Maybe This Time, and Cabaret. These numbers contrast the carefree tone of the club with the increasingly fragile world beyond its doors.

• This show is suitable for ages 16 years and above. Children under 16 years of age must be accompanied by their parents or guardians.
• Content warning: During some moments of the show, smoke machines are used and the lights create a strobe effect. Exposure to certain flashes or intermittent lighting can cause epileptic seizures or fainting in photosensitive people.
• Age suitability recommendations are just suggestions. So, trust your judgment when booking tickets for any show, and enjoy!

Tickets Redemption

• You’ll get an instant email confirmation right after you book your tickets.
• Enjoy a hassle-free entrance to the venue by showing your mobile ticket and a valid photo ID – no printout necessary!

Cancellation & Refunds

• Tickets cannot be refunded, amended, or rescheduled.

• Address: Umusic Hotel Teatro Albéniz, Calle de la Paz 11, 28012 Madrid, Spain
• Metro: Sol (Lines 1, 2, and 3) and Sevilla (Line 2), both a short walk away
• Bus: Multiple EMT routes stop near Puerta del Sol and Calle Alcalá

Available facilities: Restrooms, bar service, food and drink service within designated areas

Accessibility: Step-free access, accessible restrooms, wheelchair seating, staff assistance available on request

• Security: To ensure your comfort and security, you might encounter a few security checks when you arrive at the venue.
• Dress code: Smart casual or semi-formal attire is the way to go.
• Outside food: While outside food isn't usually allowed, many theaters have cafes or restaurants nearby for you to check out before or after the show.