Jesús Cimarro Becomes First Theater Producer to Receive Max de Honor Award
For the first time in the nearly three-decade history of Spain's prestigious Premios Max, the Max de Honor award has been granted to a theater producer rather than a performing artist. The General Society of Authors and Editors (SGAE) announced that Jesús Cimarro, a highly influential figure in the Spanish theater industry, will receive the honor at the 29th edition gala on June 1 in Mérida. SGAE President Antonio Onetti stated that the decision aims to recognize the vital but often less visible contributions of producers to the development of performing arts. Cimarro was praised for his support of Spanish dramaturgy, defense of copyright, and efforts to professionalize the sector. Founded in 1988, Cimarro’s production company, Pentación Espectáculos, has produced over 275 shows. Cimarro accepted the award as a validation of the modern producer's role, dispelling outdated stereotypes of the profession. He also serves as the director of the classical theater festival in Mérida, where the ceremony will take place. This milestone highlights the evolving recognition of business leadership within the cultural arts community in Spain.
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Jesús Cimarro Becomes First Theater Producer to Receive Max de Honor Award
For the first time in the nearly three-decade history of Spain's prestigious Premios Max, the Max de Honor award has been granted to a theater producer rather than a performing artist. The General Society of Authors and Editors (SGAE) announced that Jesús Cimarro, a highly influential figure in the Spanish theater industry, will receive the honor at the 29th edition gala on June 1 in Mérida. SGAE President Antonio Onetti stated that the decision aims to recognize the vital but often less visible contributions of producers to the development of performing arts. Cimarro was praised for his support of Spanish dramaturgy, defense of copyright, and efforts to professionalize the sector. Founded in 1988, Cimarro’s production company, Pentación Espectáculos, has produced over 275 shows. Cimarro accepted the award as a validation of the modern producer's role, dispelling outdated stereotypes of the profession. He also serves as the director of the classical theater festival in Mérida, where the ceremony will take place. This milestone highlights the evolving recognition of business leadership within the cultural arts community in Spain.
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