Bilbao Sightseeing
October 2012
One of Spain's most famous flamenco dancers, Sara Baras, is on at the Arriaga Theatre in the city centre (3-7 October, teatroarriaga.com). Outstanding dancing, music and stage and costume design. You won't be disappointed.
May 2012
a "fast-paced adaptation" of Rossini's great opera William Tell is showing for two days only (12-13 May) at the emblematic Arriaga Theatre. Tickets â¬13 for adults (teatroarriaga.com).
April 2013
Head to the internationally renowned Getxo Blues Festival (21-23 June), which attracts top-class musicians from around the world. Metro station Algorta. (getxo.net/es/getxo-blues/programa)
January 2013
See the outstanding Igor Yebra, principal dancer with the Bordeaux Opera ballet, performing ballet The Nutcracker with students and ex-students from his school of dance. From 4 to 8 January at the Arriaga Theatre, Plaza de Arriaga (teatroarriaaga.com).