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LEGENDS IN CINEMA Queen of the Gypsies A Film Portrait of Carmen Amaya Thursday, June 26, 2:30 p.m., Santa Barbara Museum of Art, Mary Craig Auditorium, 1130 State Street. Free admission, limited and no reserved seating. (English subtitles, 81 mins, 2002) “I will dance anywhere,” Carmen Amaya once said, “even in a street corner if I have to.” Instead she danced in the most prestigious theaters of Europe and America, won universal industry acclaim and reverence, was presented to the Queen of England and to an American President. Amaya died at the age of 50, but left a flamenco legacy of innovation that forever affected the dance form. After her death in 1963, Barcelona raised a monument to honor its favorite daughter. This film, produced and directed by Jocelyn Ajami, will be shown again on October 30.
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CONCERT IN THE PARK Presented by the City of S.B. Parks and Recreation In association with the Flamenco Arts Festival Thursday, June 26, 6:00 – 8:30 p.m., Chase Palm Park, Cabrillo Boulevard at Calle Cesar Chavez (on the waterfront). Free to the public. On the great meadow at Chase Palm Park, across from beautiful East Beach, enjoy an evening of great music by Benise who will enthrall you with their world beat rhythms and flamenco melodies from their latest CD “Mediterranea.” Bring your friends and family, lawn chairs, blanket, and a dinner-basket to enjoy Santa Barbara at its best. |
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October / November Festivities FLAMENCO
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LEGENDS IN CINEMA Bodas de Sangre (Blood Wedding) Wednesday, October 29, 1:00 p.m., Santa Barbara Museum of Art, Mary Craig Auditorium, 1130 State Street. Free admission, limited and no reserved seating. (72 mins, 1981) Directed by Carlos Saura, this is a beautiful film capturing a compelling dance interpretation of Federico Garcia Lorca’s play featuring Cristina Hoyos as la novia (the bride) and Antonio Gades as Leonardo, the forsaken lover. Some Spanish dialogue, translation provided.
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LEGENDS IN CINEMA Queen of the Gypsies A Film Portrait of Carmen Amaya Thursday, October 30, 1:00 p.m., Santa Barbara Museum of Art, Mary Craig Auditorium, 1130 State Street. Free admission, limited and no reserved seating. (English subtitles, 81 mins, 2002) On the 40th anniversary of her death, Carmen Amaya’s legacy is as alive and vibrant today as it was during her lifetime. Amaya was born in 1913 in Barcelona to a poor gypsy family of dancers and musicians. Before she was 18, she made her professional debut at the Palace Theater in Paris. Her career from then on included spectacular tours in South America, Mexico, and the United States. This film,
produced and directed by Jocelyn Ajami, provides details of her life and work, such as several Hollywood movies which recorded for all time her supreme artistic achievements.
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NOCHES FLAMENCAS Thursday, October 30,
7:30 p.m., Marjorie
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Theatre, 721 E. Cota Street. Charge tickets by phone at the Arlington Theatre Ticket Agency, 805-963-4408. General admission: $16.00 in advance, $20.00 at the door. Limited and no reserved seating. The new Marjorie Luke Theatre is the setting for one of the Festival’s most popular events. Six of the most talented California flamenco artists join forces for an exciting collaboration. Guitarists Paco Arroyo and Antonio Triana, and singer Charo Monge will provide the rhythmic and lyrical drive for the seamless choreographies of dancers Yolanda Arroyo, Pablo Pizano, and Virginia Iglesias. Special appearance by the Linda Vega Dance Company, Danzas de Espana.
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JUERGA AT THE SOhO Sponsored by the SOhO Restaurant and Music Club Immediately following Noches Flamencas, SOhO Restaurant and Music Club, 1221 State Street. No host bar, no cover charge. Come to one of the best music clubs in Santa Barbara and enjoy an evening of impromptu flamenco, featuring guitarist Robert Boyd, singer Charo Monge, and the evening’s MC, Lourdes Rodriguez. Dance entertainment is provided by the contestants for the second annual “Bulerias Dance Contest” (contest for adults only). Don’t miss this event! Last year was a great success with standing room only. For dinner reservations call 805-962-7776.
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ARTIST’S PROFILE An Interview with Cristina Hoyos Friday, October 31, 1:00 p.m., Santa Barbara Museum of Art, Mary Craig Auditorium, 1130 State Street. Free admission, limited and no reserved seating. Cristina Hoyos will discuss her early childhood, her training, the influences that molded her unique style and technique, her long and highly successful dancing career and her aspirations for the future. This marks the first time that Ms. Hoyos appears in the U.S. West Coast. Don’t miss this opportunity to see and hear a true flamenco legend. Q & A. Moderated by Al Pizano.
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CRISTINA HOYOS Two Performances Friday,
Oct. 31, 7:30 p.m. & Saturday, Nov. 1, 8:00 p.m.
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LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD As part of Friday's Lobero performance, the legendary Cristina Hoyos will be presented with the Festival's highest honor, the Lifetime Achievement Award, for her outstanding contributions to the art of flamenco as a choreographer, dancer, and actor. Presenting this year's award is the Festival's Honorary President, Jose Luis Dicenta, the Consul General of Spain in Los Angeles, and the Mayor of the City of Santa Barbara, Marty Blum. Tickets to this event include both the awards ceremony and the performance. Ballet Cristina Hoyos will perform immediately after the award ceremony. Spanish costumes encouraged. |
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WHAT TO SEE AND DO
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IN GRATEFUL ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
Development and Marketing Program using funds provided by the City of Santa Barbara in partnership with the Santa Barbara County Arts Commission.
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The one-hour Concierto is the Festival’s arts education program
designed for children age 5-12 and their families. Guest narrator,
Paula Lopez, KEYT-TV news anchor, assisted by Osiris
Castañeda, a multi-media graphic artist, will engage the children in dialogue about the culture and history of Spain, and the many facets of flamenco. Flamenco artists
Pablo Pizano, Marcellina de Luna and Califa Danza
Flamenca, Jose Tanaka, Rosa Maria Acosta, and Jessica Haro will help make this Concierto a rich cultural experience. Every child will receive a gift bag with an activity book. After the performance, meet the artists and enjoy cake and refreshments in the theater courtyard.
