Until 4 June, the National Archaeological Museum is offering a series of dramatised monologues that give voice to people who lived or may have lived during critical and transcendental moments in our history.

This new journey through the history of Spain told by its own protagonists takes place on Sundays at 13:00 h. in the auditorium of the MAN. It is only necessary to collect your free ticket at the box office one hour before the activity.

The circuit, aimed at an adult audience, is made up of historical figures mentioned in the sources, as well as others who form part of the group of anonymous people who have not left direct news of their lives. However, this is a documented and credible activity, since all of them were protagonists of history and now have the chance to tell us about their experiences.

Gaius, Roman engineer of Calagurris
Sundays 8 January, 22 January, 5 February 2023

The discussion of the Roman Gaius with his neighbours in Calagurris, about the costs and inconveniences of hydraulic works, will show us the benefits of Roman technology in everyday life.

Wamba, pain and death of the Gothic king
Sundays 19th February, 5th March, 19th March 2023

The year 688... In the monastery where he lives in retirement, Wamba receives a visit from his nephew Egica, who has just been named king. On the verge of death, grief-stricken and vilely dethroned, Wamba recalls his reign and advises his nephew.

Subh, the Caliph's Sayyid
Sundays, 26 March, 9 April, 23 April 2023

End of the 10th century. The queen mother Subh gathers her scribes and viziers in the rooms of the Al-Andalus palace to dispatch the official correspondence of the caliphate of Al-Andalus, the richest country in the West, while she suspects that Almanzor is betraying her.

Guillem, the pilgrim
Sundays, 7 May, 21 May, 4 June 2023

Year of the Lord 1135: the fearful Guillem is forced to make a pilgrimage to Compostela to ask the Apostle St. James for an end to the plague that is ruining the vineyards of the County. But before reaching the end of the world, he will meet a new society that is developing along the Way.

More information: Museo Arqueológico Nacional

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