Come and enjoy the colours of the season at the Monastery
We invite you to experience truly unique activities in a setting with over 800 years of history. For the first time, the Monastery will host a series of events designed for the whole family to enjoy within a unique heritage site.
FILM SERIES WITH CASPERVEK
Saturday 12 October – 5:30 pm
The Adventures of Prince Achmed (Germany, 1926)
With Laura Lorenzo (principal flautist of the Spanish National Youth Orchestra)
The first animated feature film in history, created by pioneering German filmmaker Lotte Reiniger. Developed using a distinctive cut-out silhouette technique inspired by Eastern shadow theatre, The Adventures of Prince Achmed is a timeless adventure tale based on several stories from One Thousand and One Nights.
Saturday 9 November – 5:30 pm
The Phantom of the Opera (United States, 1925)
With Beatriz Arenas (international soprano)
The first film adaptation of Gaston Leroux’s classic novel. This version, starring Lon Chaney, was one of the most expensive productions of its time. Its groundbreaking make-up and character design, along with its spectacular sets recreating the Paris Opera House and the Catacombs, went on to inspire decades of filmmaking and established an early archetype of modern Gothic horror.
Saturday 7 December – 5:30 pm
Sherlock Jr. (United States, 1924)
Buster Keaton is synonymous with the master of physical comedy. In Sherlock Jr., Keaton delivers a sharp parody of detective films and novels, which were highly popular in the 1920s. As in most of his work, the film is a sequence of brilliant gags and comedic sketches, showcasing not only his humour but also his extraordinary ability to perform daring stunts without a double.
WORKSHOPS WITH FAIA
Visit to the Monastic Garden & Cosmetics Workshop
We will recreate the work of the monastic apothecary. Learn to prepare your own moisturising creams, lip balm or cologne. Please bring a notebook and pen to write down the recipes, as well as a small glass jar to take a sample home.
Saturday 26 October – 11:00 am to 1:30 pm
Preparation of ointments for different skin types and conditions, using plants and herbs from the Monastery’s surroundings. Lip balm making.
Saturday 30 November – 11:00 am to 1:30 pm
Preparation of floral waters and hydrolats using plants and herbs from the Monastery’s surroundings. Creation of colognes and perfumes.
Saturday 14 December – 11:00 am to 1:30 pm
Soap-making workshop. Aleppo soap and elderberry soap.
Book your ticket HERE.
(Not recommended for children under 6. Children must always be accompanied by an adult.)
ANCIENT FENCING COURSE WITH SVEA
Come and try it as a family and relive how the monks defended themselves from pirates.
Two-day course: Sundays 13 & 20 October – 11:00 am to 1:00 pm
Two-day course: Sundays 3 & 10 November – 11:00 am to 1:00 pm
Book your tickets HERE.
