El rey de la farándula

The reign of Philip IV represented the height of the arts in the Spanish Empire, with figures such as Lope de Vega, Calderón de la Barca, Quevedo, and Velázquez shining at court. However, it also marked the beginning of the empire’s decline, with wars, corruption, and the decline of the House of Habsburg. In this context, a mysterious and fascinating character emerges, a blend of actor, comedian, singer, and jester, who serves as the central theme in The King of Showbusiness. Through this Golden Age cabaret, this character—lover, confidant, and spy—transports the audience between eras, revealing secrets and anecdotes from the court of Philip IV. With a sarcastic, provocative, yet moving tone, he offers a human and emotional vision of the monarch and his times.