Poble Sec

Poble Sec, a neighborhood in Barcelona, is currently in the news due to two main developments. Firstly, the Arnau Theatre, the last remaining 'teatro de barraca' (a type of popular theatre) on the Paral·lel avenue, is undergoing renovation and is expected to reopen next year. The 'Coordinadora d'Entitats pel Teatre Arnau' (a coordinating body of organizations for the Arnau Theatre) is actively advocating for community management of the theatre once the city council completes the works. Secondly, the High Court of Justice of Catalonia (TSJC) has ordered the Barcelona City Council to lift the earlier closing time restrictions imposed on the terraces of bars and restaurants on Blai and Blesa streets. This means that these establishments will no longer have to close their terraces an hour earlier than the rest of the city. These events highlight ongoing efforts to revitalize cultural spaces and address regulations impacting local businesses in Poble Sec.