Carnival at Platea Madrid

New York, cabaret and a really big show. That oughtta do the trick to get you to Platea Madrid this weekend, where, besides putting on a great spread, the place will be overflowing with live performances. On Friday it's the piano and voice of Kike Jambalaya takes you to the New Orleans of the Great Depression and its Mardi Gras (musically speaking, that is). Saturday brings the period band Desvariétés. Don't freak out if you see colourful characters from the Ale Hop company messing about around the venue. And on Sunday, the Suonne Ensemble brings order back to the Platea with their smooth and intimate chamber music. But keep on your toes because there will be many more surprises.