Bullfighting firm in Seville to give free tickets to under-eights
07-05-2024 18:43 via theguardian.com

Bullfighting firm in Seville to give free tickets to under-eights

Company says move is best way to introduce tradition but critic claims it couldpsychologically damage young childrenA firm managing bullfights at Seville’s renowned bullring is to give free tickets to children under eight, adding to a national debate about the traditional, and gory, Spanish pastime.The company, Pages, said adult spectators with a ticket for the “novilladas” – practice bullfights involving younger bulls – at Seville’s Maestranza may be accompan
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