📖 The story that connects us with the past

The Greco-Latin Theater Festival “Sexi Firmum Iulium” 2025 in Almuñécar continues its mission to bring classical works back to life in a unique historical setting. Created in 2000 to highlight the city’s archaeological heritage, today it stands as one of the most important cultural events in Andalusia. In its 17th edition, the festival returns stronger than ever, with brand-new productions and renowned national actors, consolidating itself as a must-see event on the Costa Tropical (sexifirmumiulium.com).

🎬 The 2025 program

From September 4th to 7th, the Auditorio del Parque El Majuelo will host the following program:

• 🎭 September 4 – The Basket Comedy (Plautus), by Arthistrión Teatro
• 👑 September 5 – Electra, starring María León and Elisa Matilla (premiered at Mérida 2025)
• 😂 September 6 – The Brothers (Terence), with Pepón Nieto and Eva Isanta (premiered at Mérida 2025)
• 🏛️ September 7 – Oresteia (Aeschylus), a production staged at Madrid’s Teatro de la Abadía in 2025

This year’s lineup combines comedies, tragedies and modern interpretations of classical texts, ensuring a top-quality cultural experience (diariosexitano.com).

🌟 Actors, directors and artistic teams

The highlight of this edition is the participation of well-known actors such as María León, Elisa Matilla, Pepón Nieto and Eva Isanta, alongside young emerging companies. Directed by Antonio Cantudo, each play brings together stage designers, costume creators and musicians to create a rich, immersive experience. In addition, the festival includes talks and discussions with actors and directors, allowing audiences to get closer to the creative process (discoveralmunecar.com).

🎟️ Tickets and prices 2025

This year, prices are designed to make culture accessible to everyone:

• 🎫 Individual ticket: €15 (professional productions)
• 🎭 Non-professional play (The Basket Comedy): €7
• 🎟️ Full pass (four plays): €40

Tickets are available at BravoEntradas, the Casa de la Cultura in Almuñécar, and Azulmarino Viajes. More details at Cultura Clásica.

🚌 Getting around Almuñécar

The Auditorio del Parque El Majuelo is centrally located, within walking distance from most hotels and tourist accommodations. For longer trips, Almuñécar has local buses, taxis, and bike or e-scooter rentals. The historic old town, with landmarks like the San Miguel Castle and El Majuelo Park, is perfect for strolling before or after the performances (turismoalmunecar.es).

🎶 More than just theater

The Greco-Latin Theater Festival “Sexi Firmum Iulium” is more than a theatrical event: it’s a full cultural experience. Concerts, readings, art exhibitions and guided tours of the city’s archaeological heritage enrich each day. It’s a unique opportunity to enjoy art, history and Mediterranean charm in Almuñécar.