“Dame la Mano” (Give Me Your Hand)

SET YOUR TiVo’s – Check Out “Dame la Mano” (Give Me Your Hand)

Dame la Mano, 2003
directed by Heddy Honigmann
Sundance Channel
Wed., April 26, 10:15 am
(make sure you check your local listings)

On Sunday nights, Union City's La Esquina Habanera restaurant is the place to be for New Jersey's Cuban community. Here professional and amateur dancers gyrate to the sensual and spirited rhythms of the rumba, a dance veteran practitioners credit for everything from curing cancer to sexual vigor in old age. Award-winning Dutch documentarian Heddy Honigmann (CRAZY) listens to the stories of several Cuban exiles in this joyous cinematic celebration of Latin life, music and dance which culminates with an exuberant 30-minute nightclub finale.

Niña Pastori, New CD

The artist from Cádiz remains at the top of the sales charts with her new work "Joyas prestadas"
Niña Pastori, number 1 in Spain

Niña Pastori's new album, "Joyas prestadas" (Borrowed Jewels), remains in the highest spot of the list of best-selling records in Spain for the third week running. The sixth work by the singer from San Fernando (Cádiz) also holds the first place for Internet sales.

The last work by Niña Pastori is already a Gold record. With "Joyas prestadas" the artist from Cádiz, whose style blends flamenco and pop, has managed to spend three consecutive weeks at the top of the chart for sales on the Spanish market for the first time ever. Moreover, she also remains in the number one spot for Internet sales and, if that wasn't enough, her new album is also the one that is being downloaded the most from iTunes.

Ten years after the release of her first album, in "Joyas prestadas" Niña Pastori looks back and recovers her musical memory. To do so, the well-known singer from San Fernando re-interprets the songs that have left a mark on different moments in her life.

The new record by the daughter of La Pastori brings together 10 pieces that have gone down in history thanks to the voices of performers like Joan Manuel Serrat, Alejandro Sanz, Juan Luis Guerra, Antonio Machín and Marifé de Triana. Themes that have already established themselves as classics of Spanish-language music, such as "Mediterráneo", "Vivir sin aire", "Angelitos Negros" and "María de la O", that Niña Pastori now makes her own, managing to make them return to the very top of the bestsellers' lists.

My personal favorite is “Eres Luz”.
Check with Dan of Dan Zeff Guitars, he carries many imports from Spain, see below under 'Our Community News'

In the News -- Eva la Yerbabuena

“The voice of silence”

by Manuel Moraga

Yerbabuena
A good friend of mine, Francisco Manuel Díaz, was determined to give me a professional name. And one day he said, “why don’t you revive the name of Frasquito, it’s very flamenco”. I loved it and ever since then I wasn’t Eva any more, but Yerbabuena….

Los Farrucos dancing up a storm…Again!

This time we have Reyes Gonzales to thank for this link. You Go Girl! Keep them coming.
Makes you want to holler Olé!

Farruquito family singing bulerias.

Viaje al Duende

More Video. Found this on "My Space".
AFlamenco Documentary
by Josh Swartzberg

He starts with my favorite Lorca quote! Plus, he was born in Santa Fe, New Mexico, can't be all bad!

Enjoy!

Our Community NEews!

Announcements from our local, national, and international flamenco communities!

Photo: 'El Jaleo", John Singer Sargent, 1882.

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NEW!
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An Evening Of World Dance

Artistic Director Clarita presents....

The Arte Flamenco Dance Theatre
Aubre with Lumina Belly Dance Company
Dee's Urban Shakers (hip hop company)
Elexa - Belly Dance
Diaspora Dance Company Afro-Brazilian/Caribbean
Kamala and the Orchids of the Desert (Belly Dance)
Maria (Aziza - Egyptian Belly Dance)

Saturday April 29, 2006 8PM

At Arte Flamenco's Center of Worldance
230 West Main Street
Alhambra, CA 91801

Limited seating - All tickets $15
For ticket information and reservations call: 626.458.1234

Doors open for ticket sales 1hour prior to performantce. Open seating



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2006 SCHOOL'S OUT SUMMER SERIES
at Orange County Performing Arts Center

The rich history of Spanish dance unfolds with Arte Flamenco Dance Theatre (August 3-5, 2006). This company celebrates the beauty and vitality of Spanish folk dances and flamenco, using music and movement to highlight a rich cultural heritage. The Los Angeles-based troupe has performed throughout the United States. The post-performance workshop will include folk dances for the family to try together.

2006 SCHOOL'S OUT SUMMER SERIES

Jacque Nunez: Journeys to the Past
(July 6-8, 2006)

Japanese Festival Sounds
(July 13-15, 2006)

Arte Flamenco Dance Theatre
(August 3-5, 2006)

Performances are in Founders Hall on Thursdays-Saturdays at 10 a.m. Subscription tickets to the series are $42. Call (714) 556-2787 or visit The Center's Box Office at 600 Town Center Drive in Costa Mesa for more information.
http://www.ocpac.org/about/PressDetail.asp?PressReleaseID=495


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Luna Flamenca presents

CON ALMA

Featuring direct from Spain, Singer/Dancer Luis Peña

May 12th, 2006 8:00 P.M.
CITY HEIGHTS PERFORMANCE ANNEX
3795 FAIRMOUNT AVE. SAN DIEGO, CA 92105

May 14th, 2006 8pm
Reservations: (323) 663-1525
www.fountaintheatre.com

Lakshmi Basile Artistic Direction/Dancer
Marysol Fuentes Singer
Jose Tanaka Guitarist
Juan de Valle Guest Dancer direct from San Francisco

Reservations: (619) 446-8642 or lachimi@cox.net
$25 at door $20 prepaid by May 1st
$30 first two rows $25 prepaid by May 1st
Checks payable and mailed to
Lakshmi Basile
6711 Springfield st. San Diego Ca. 92114
(No refunds after May 10th )

3WEEK FLAMENCO WORKSHOP DIRECT FROM SPAIN!!

BULERIAS CASERAS . LUIS PEÑA
Intermediate/Advanced
April 17, 18, 21, 24, 25, 27, 28, & May 1st, 2, 4, 5.

6:30 - 7:30 P.M.
*$220 Pre-paid by April 17th, $25 Single class drop-in.

TECHNIQUE &
RONDEÑA CHOREOGRAPHY . LAKSHMI BASILE

Intermediate/Advanced
April 17, 18, 21, 24, 25, 27, 28, & May 1st, 2, 4, 5.

7:45 - 8:45 P.M.
*$200 Pre-paid by April 17th, $20 Single class drop-in.

CANTE . LUIS PEÑA
April 22nd, 29th, & May 6th.
1:00 - 2:30 P.M.
*$80 Pre-paid by April 22nd, $35 Single class drop-in.

Classes will be held at Luna Flamenca Studio
at 520 32nd St. San Diego, CA 92102

Make checks payable to Lakshmi Pekarek

*Students pre-paying over $400 will receive a 10% discount.

PRIVATE CLASSES AVAILABLE
STARTING APRIL 10TH.

To register or to schedule a private class
please call Marisol Lopez at 619.846.5030
or email at marisolflamenca@mac.com.


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German Vazquez Rubio Guitars
5117 W. Adams Blvd.
Los Angeles, Ca. 90016
ph.# (310) 347-6207
www.guitarsbyGVR.com

He makes world class flamenco guitars and they also throw "Vazquez Parties" where they invite many professional guitarists that play his guitars and have juergas at his shop (dancers, singers and anybody who enjoys flamenco usually come). People who have attended our parties in the past have been:

Bobby "El Bulagaro" Solakov
Assieh "la Mora"
Stephen Duros (Ottmar Liebert...yes he does play traditional flamenco)
Dan Sistos (Christina Aguilera)
Dirk K
Mark Garden (Stevie Wonder)


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Annual Performance at Cal State Long Beach

Esencia Flamenca Dance Comapny and School will present their annual performance at Cal State Long Beach June 3rd in the University Theater at 8pm. This show present over 30 dancers from beginning to Professional levels. The dancers will be accompanied by guitarists Gabriel Osuna and Kambiz Pakandam, singer and special guest artist to be announced. This show sells out early- so be sure to order your tickets early.

Tickets are discounted until May 1st. First 5 rows are $20 and the last 10 rows are $15. After May 1st tickets go up to $25 and $20.

please email sarahparra@1esencia.com or call 562-761-1618 for more info

La Tania's workshop May 19, 20th,and 21st

Esencia Flamenca Dance Company, along with many other artists in So Cal , is also dedicated to bringing high quality Flamenco artists to the local students . Tania will be coming to Long Beach for the first time. This is the first of what we hope to be many more workshops that will enrich the local Flamenco scene. She will be teaching two levels (Beginning and Intermediate/Advanced). There are about 10 spaces left in each class. Register soon before it fills up!

Classes held at 324 Redondo Ave in Long Beach at the Marrillyn McDowell School of Dance in the upstairs studio.

schedule is as follows

May 19th (Fri) 7:00pm Beg
8:35pm Int/Adv
May20th (Sat) 2:00pm Beg
3:35pm Int/Adv
May21st (Sun) 2:00pm Beg
3:35pm Int/Adv

prices: Individual classes $30.00, 3 beginning classes $75, 3 int/adv classes $75 , all 6 classes $150. please email sarahparra@1esencia.com to reserve your space or call 562-761-1618

New Beginning Classes with Sarah Parra starting June 6th

Beginning Technique- focus on gaining a proper technique and understanding of Flamenco from the very beginning. Tuesdays from 7:30pm to 8:30 pm

Beginning Choreography- learn a basic choreography and learn the basics of how a Flamenco dance is structured.

All of Sarah's classes are accompanied by live guitar .

Over the course of the 2006 -2007 season a beginner dancer will learn Fandango de Huelva , Sevillanas, and Tangos. Performance to be held in June of 2007 . Sign up at the very beginning!!!!

Classes held at 324 Redondo Ave in Long Beach. Prices: once a week $48, two times a week $64

For the current schedule including intermediate and advanced classes please visit www.1esencia.com

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GALLARDO’S FOR SALE!
Gallardo, black suede elastic band, size 9 American (40 European).
They are not fitting my feet and have been worn maybe three times, and still won't stretch, and I am not able to return them :(
I am asking for $75 or best offer. Bought at $125
Cal: Mariette 818-209-1477


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JOIN US THE COFFEE GALLERY BACKSTAGE for a night of beautiful flamenco, Latin and Jazz music and dance with Mojácar Flamenco!

DATE: Friday, May 12th

TIME: 8pm

COST: $18

LOCATION: The Coffee Gallery Backstage

2029 N. Lake Street, Altadena

FOR INFORMATION: Call Mojácar Flamenco at 626/403-7489

FOR RESERVATIONS: Call the Coffee Gallery at 626/398-7917

Mojácar Flamenco brings an evening of passion, power and grace to the Coffee Gallery Backstage. Led by guitar virtuoso Stephen Dick and flamenco dance dynamo Katerina Tomás, the ensemble also features Latin and flamenco percussion wizard, Johnny Sandoval, and Brazilian bass guru Paulo Gustavo. HELP US CELEBRATE THE RELEASE OF OUR NEW CD "AL QUE QUIERE." The album will be on sale at the Coffee Gallery that night!

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Flamenco dance and guitar classes in South Pasadena and Los Angeles:

At POINTE by POINTE DANCE STUDIO
1315 Fair Oaks Avenue, Suite 104 (In the Oak Tree Plaza)
South Pasadena, CA 91030

BEGINNING CLASSES

Beginning Flamenco Dance - 12:30-2pm Saturdays
Beginning Flamenco Dance - 7-8:30pm Thursdays

Learn the ancient art of flamenco - technique - arms, hands, body posture, foot work, rhythms, contra tiempo, palmas, y mas! Choreographies: Soleares, Sevillanas, Castanets and new for late spring/early summer: Tangos Gitano & Tientos (cante jondo)

INTERMEDIATE CLASSES

Intermediate Flamenco Dance - 2-3:30pm Saturdays

Intermediate/Advanced Flamenco Dance - 8:30-10pm Thursdays

Learn more advanced techniques, including all of the above techniques and vueltas (turns). New for late spring - Learn how to use the abánico (fan) and shawl (Manton). Choreographies: Soleares por bulerà as and Guajà ras, Siguiriyas (May); Manton w/new choreography to be announced (June).

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NEW LACC COMMUNITY SERVICES SESSION - SUNDAYS from APRIL 30 - JUNE 4

855 N. VERMONT AVENUE, Dance room/Community Services Bldg., L.A. (between

Melrose and Santa Monica Blvds.). To enroll, contact LACC at: 323/669-1031

12:30-2pm - BEGINNING/INTRODUCTION to Flamenco dance - technique & Tangos/Tientos

2-3:30pmn - INTERMEDIATE Flamenco dance - Soleares/Bulerias.

COST $65 for six weeks (fee includes accompaniment/materials fees)

3:30-5pm - FLAMENCO GUITAR - Learn basic guitar techniques - alzapua, gÃ_lpe, rasgueado, picado, and more! Learn basic palos, including tangos, soleares, tientos, alegrà as, and bulerias. Learn how to accompany a flamenco singer and dancer. Please bring a nylon string guitar to class.

COST $81 for six weeks (fee includes materials fees)

OUR NEW PRACTICE CD, Flamenco Básico, Volume II: Bulerà as will be on sale in all classes late MAY! Volume I: Tientos/Tangos will be on sale the 1st day of class, April 30th!

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All classes are taught my award-winning artists, guitarist Stephen Dick and flamenco dancer Katerina Tomás.

For information on these and private classes, and our events and performances, contact us at katerinatomas@earthlink.net. Call us at 626/403-7489. Visit us on the web at www.mojacarflamenco.com.



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REMINDERS & ON-GOING EVENTS!!!—
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FLAMENCO DANCE WORKSHOP WITH
TIMO LOZANO

Don't miss this special BULERIAS INTENSIVE!
5 days only May 7th to 11th

Dance Arts Academy
731 S. La Brea Avenue
LA, CA 90036
323 932 6230

email : info@danceartsacademy.com
web : www.danceartsacademy.com

CLASS FEES
$35 single drop in rate

Entire Workshop MUST BE PAID IN ADVANCE:
One level: $150
Both levels $275

PAYMENT IN CASH ONLY FOR ALL CLASSES
Discounts for multiple classes are on a prepayment basis, otherwise single class rate will apply.

PLEASE NOTE: Carla Luna is looking for housing for Maestro Lozano preferably near the studio in exchange for classes. Must be able to bring him to and from the studio each day. If interested, please contact Ms. Luna at 323 932 6230.

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MARK YOU CALENDARS!

In Santa Barbara, California
OLD SPANISH DAYS 2006
August 2 to 6

Look for updates on this week-long festival.


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Mark Your Calendars!

In Sevilla, Spain
IV EDICIÓN DE LA BIENAL DE FLAMENCO
The Bienal de Flamenco will take place from 13th September until 15th October of this year. This occasion will be dedicated to the dance. It is a world known and an unavoidable event for the Flamenco fans and lovers.

Look for the complete performance line-up here in the coming weeks.


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In Anaheim, Los Angeles, and Livermore, California

GIPSY KINGS
Over the years, the Gipsy Kings' trademark sound of vigorous guitar work and passionate vocals has been highlighted by a consistent winning streak in the U.S., where the group is the biggest selling French act ever. With more than fourteen albums sold worldwide, such as the gold certified Mosaique and The Very Best of Gipsy Kings, the gitane speaking group had provided a steady stream of hits to Billboard's world music, Latin and pop charts. Gipsy Kings is hoping to carry the tradition into the future with their most recent Grammy nominated acoustic release, Roots- an album that brings their music back to their Flamenco origins.

Thu, Jul 20, 2006 8:00 PM
The Grove of Anaheim, Anaheim CA
http://www.ticketliquidator.com/tix/Tickets.aspx?evtid=341825

AND!

Fri, Jul 21, 2006 7:00 PM
Greek Theatre - Los Angeles CA, Los Angeles CA
http://www.ticketliquidator.com/tix/Tickets.aspx?evtid=339595

AND!

Wente Vineyards, Livermore, CA
Wed, Jul 19, 2006 08:15 PM


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FOREVER FLAMENCO! at the Fountain Theatre

"SPIRITED SOLOS DRIVE FLAMENCO" - L.A. Times
Every Sunday Night at 8pm.

The hottest flamenco in town is happening at the Fountain! A thrilling combination of prepared work and spontaneous exploration - with invited audience participation for the last number!

New Artists and New Shows Every Week

UPCOMING SCHEDULE:
(programming subject to change)

April 30th:
Paco and Yolanda Arroyo, artistic direction; Paco Arroyo, guitar; Antonio de Jerez, singer; Yolanda Arroyo and TBA, dancers. ($30.00)

May 7th:
Antonio de Jerez, artistic direction/singer; Paco Arroyo, guitar; Yolanda Arroyo and TBA, dancers. ($30.00)

May 14th:
Lakshmi Basile, artistic direction; Jose Tanaka, guitar; Marisol Fuentes and, direct from Spain, Luis Pena, singers; Lakshmi Basile, Luis Pena and Juan del Valle, dancers. ($30.00)

May 21st:
Antonio de Jerez, artistic direction/singer; Antonio Triana, guitar; dancers TBA. ($25.00)

May 28th:
Paco & Yolanda Arroyo, artistic direction; singer, TBA; Yolanda Arroyo and TBA, dancers. ($30.00)

Reservations: (323) 663-1525 or at www.fountaintheatre.com All seats $30
The Fountain Theatre is located at 5060 Fountain Ave., Hollywood
1/2 block east of Normandie Ave. Secure parking available

Program Artistic Directors:
Antonio de Jerez, Antonio Triana, and Paco & Yolanda Arroyo.

Produced by
Deborah Lawlor & Ben Bradley

RESERVE NOW! Seats go fast!
CALL 323-663-1525


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San Diego's Only 21 and over European Coffee House

The Turquoise Café Bar Europa
873 Turquoise St.
North Pacific Beach, San Diego , California 92109
858.488.4200

Flamenco • Blues • Jazz • Tango & More


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New Beginners' classes at Roberto Amaral's Studio instructed by Irit Specktor:

Where:
Roberto Amaral's Studio, 14643 Hamlin Street, Van Nuys, CA 91411 (San Fernando Valley, LA).
When: Every Tuesday 7:00-8:00 pm
Phone: 818-486-4823
Email: iritlarubia@gmail.com

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Dan Zeff Guitars
Looking for a choice guitar, hard-to-find CD or instructional video? Check out Dan Zeff's website at https://www.danzeffguitars.com/index.cfm. And don't forget to check out his 'memorabilia' section.

Looking for additional Paco de Lucia? Dan's your man!

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IN SAN FRANCISCO--

"BATA DE COLA" WORKSHOP
WITH LA TANIA

La Tania, by request, is going to be giving a "Bata de Cola" workshop mostly focusing on technique with some choreography variations. It is recommended for Intermediate to Advanced students only.

DATES
Sundays April 23, 30 and May 7
10:00 am to 12:00 pm
FEE
$120 for full workshop ( 6 hours)
By pre registration only
LOCATION
San Francisco Dance Center
26, 7Th Street at Market, 5Th Floor
San Francisco CA (415) 863-3040
Bart & Muni stop - Civic Center -

Class size limited
Make check payable to La Tania and send to:
P.O. Box 460044
San Francisco CA 94146
Please include your name, address, phone, e-mail and the class you are taking

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SUMMER WORKSHOPS IN SAN FRANCISCO & BERKELEY
WITH LA TANIA

San Francisco
Friday Evenings
June 16 – August 11 (except July 7)
6:00 – 7:30 Beg/Inter Technique/Choreography
7:30 – 9:00 Inter/Adv. Technique/Choreography

Location
San Francisco Dance Center
26 7th St., 5TH Floor (near Market St.)
415-863-3040
Bart Stop: Civic Center

Berkeley
Tuesday Evenings
June 13 – August 8 (except July 4)
6:00 – 7:30 Beg/Inter Technique/Choreography
7:30 – 9:00 Inter/Adv. Technique/Choreography

Location
Black Repertory Theater
3201 Adeline Street
Berkeley CA 94703
Bart Stop: Ashby

Fee for workshop (12 hours, 8 classes)
Pre-registration by June 1 $ 140
Registration after June 1 $ 160
Drop in fee $ 25 per class
Classes are 1 _ hours long

For more information:
Call 415-738-0459 or E-mail latania@latania.org
Classes will focus on technique and choreography variations.
There will be no refunds after June 1 for
pre-registered students.
Missed classes can be made up in another class.

San Francisco Friday 6:00 – 7:30 PM Beg/Inter
San Francisco Friday 7:30 – 9:00 PM Inter/Adv.
Berkeley Tuesday 6:00 – 7:30 PM Beg/Inter
Berkeley Tuesday 7:30 – 9:00 PM Inter/Adv.

La Tania
www.latania-flamenco.com


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Flamenco dance classes &/or Privates with Rocio Ponce
Intro/Beginning level for teens & adults.
every tuesday from 7:30 to 8:30pm.

where? Studio One, 2037 Grandville, L.A., CA. 90025 (cross Street Olympic) 310-235-2193. . also-->basic/beginning flamenco dance for children every tuesday between 5:00 to 6:00pm & 6:00 to 7:00pm. ..

Beginning/basic intermediate level for teens & adults.
every wednesday from 7:15 to 8:15pm.

where?:
Vergari Dance Center
6216 W. Manchester Ave. Westchester, CA 90045(310)641-2575

(TO INQUIRE ABOUT PRIVATES, PLEASE CONTACT vivir_el_momento@yahoo.com, or call 323-919-9096)
www.rocioponce.com

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MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
New World Flamenco Festival - Fronteras
presented by Irvine Barclay Theatre

August 4-13

A turn in the road, a twist in the path…from fronteras to frontiers. The gypsy regions of southern Spain have always been known as la frontera (frontier). This year the New World Flamenco Festival honors the traditions of flamenco by featuring three companies rooted in those traditions that are adding dazzling new dimensions to the language of flamenco.

Buy a package of all 3 shows for just $117.
Save off the single ticket price.
Compañía Juana Amaya
Fri, Aug 4 at 8pm |Tue, Aug 8 at 8pm | Fri, Aug 11 at 8pm

Son de la Frontera and Yaelisa with guest artist Savion Glover
Sat, Aug 5 at 8pm |Wed, Aug 9 at 8pm | Sat, Aug 12 at 8pm

Compañía Raphaela Carrasco
Sun, Aug 6 at 6pm | Wed, Aug 9 at 8pm | Sun, Aug 13 at 8pm

Tickets: $117.00, $99.00
$117 orchestra, $99 rear balcony
Single Tickets will be $43, $38 each

As in the past, Gold Seats ($100 each) are available for all performances, including VIP center orchestra seating and complimentary wine and beverages on the plaza at Café Flamenco.

http://www.thebarclay.org/custom/events/event10.asp?eventID=594

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For all the latest news regarding noted cantaor Jesús Montoya, point your browsers to: http://community-2.webtv.net/JesusMontoya/jesussuayamontoyay/
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IN SAN FRANCISCO

Direct from Spain!!
Alegria Suarez And Juan Antonio Suarez (Canito)
Flamenco Dance and Guitar workshop
May 15 through May 19, 2006
San Francisco
For more Information Contact Carola at (415)531-1141 or Carola_zertuche@yahoo.com

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And remember, "Tim's Radio" 24/7
(mostly flamenco with a mix of fusion and world)
http://www.flamencoradio.net/

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IN PACIFIC BEACH, CA:

SUNDAY NIGHT'S FLAMENCO SHOW
AT RESTAURANTE COSTA BRAVA
IN PACIFIC BEACH
Every Sunday, 7:00 pm

Performers:
ANGELITA AGUJETAS comes from the legendary Agujetas Family of Gypsy Flamenco singers. Dancers include Chana and Cari del Carmen, with Paco Sevilla as flamenco guitarist with a long career as a soloist and accompanist for many of flamenco's top artists.

Restaurante Costa Brava ~ 1653 Garnet Ave. Pacific Beach, Ca 92109 ~ 858-273-1218
www.costabravasd.com

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PLACES TO SEE FLAMENCO IN SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

The Fountain Theatre
5060 Fountain Avenue, Los Angeles, California

El Cid
4212 W Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, California

Cafe Sevilla
555 4th Ave San Diego, California

Costa Brava
1653 Garnet Ave. Pacific Beach, Ca

Cafe Sevilla
3252 Mission Inn Avenue, Riverside, California

La Luna Negra
44 West Green Street, Pasadena, California

Bar Celona
46 East Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, California

Casa Escobar
14160 Palawan Way, Marina Del Rey, California

If you would like your restaurant (offering Flamenco and Spanish food) added, please email us and provide your information.

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UPCOMING FESTIVAL REMINDERS!

2OTH FESTIVAL FLAMENCO INTERNATIONAL DE ALBUERQUERQUE
June 9 -17 (Albuquerque, NM)
Info: http://www.nationalinstituteofflamenco.org
(See feature above)

MARIA BENITEZ--- TEATRO FLAMENCO
July 5-16 (Santa Fe, NM)
Featured soloists include Antonio Granjero, Estefania Ramirez, Juanaire, and Julia Chacon with guitarists, Chuscales and Calvin Hazin and singers, el Yiyi and Felix de Lola. Info: http://www.mariabenitez.com/index.asp?ID=5

THE MARIA BENITEZ
16TH ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL SPANISH DANCE & MUSIC WORKSHOP
July 20 – 30 (Santa Fe, NM)
Info: http://www.mariabenitez.com

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Disclaimer: I make every effort to list the latest and most accurate information, but unfortunately, on occasion there are last minute cancellations, changes, or omissions. Please verify information before attending an event.

Also, please do not republish in whole or part without prior written permission

Tango Anyone?

Due to the outstanding response to last week's Tango announcement, many have asked this be a regular part of my weekly community updates. So, here you go. A whole lot of Tango going on.


Photo: Monica Orozco and partner.


NOW EVERY WEDNESDAY
~ Mid-Week Argentine Tango ~

Singles & Couples

Very Friendly Relaxed Casual Atmosphere
Opportunity For You To Practice Your Dancing
Work On Patterns Or Just Enjoy Dancing
DANCE / PRACTICE
From 10pm To 1am
At "Avant Garde"

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Argentine Tango ~ Milonga ~ Vals

Hostess: Luba Gousseff

ADMISSION - $10.- Includes: Snacks and Beverage

Address: "Avant Garde" - 4220 Scott Place, Newport Beach CA. 92660
From 405-S or 405-N, Exit McArthur Blvd (OC Airport)-Left on McArthur Blvd, go passed OC Airport 3-4 lights and turn Right on Birch St., go to first light and make Left on Dove St., and stay left to make immediate Left on Scott Place., Avant Garde is the second building on the right
www.avant-garde-ballroom.com
Phone: 949-442-7600
For Information: Call Luba - 909-393-4384
www.geocities.com/la_noche_del_tango/
E-Mail: Luba.Gousseff@yahoo.com


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Vladi's and Peri's Practica
Tuesday - April 25, 2006
3rd Street Dance Studio
8558 West 3rd Street
Los Angeles, California

$ 7.00 Tuesdays at The Tango Room
Tuesday - April 25, 2006
The Tango Room
4346 Woodman Avenue
Sherman Oaks, California

Sergei's Milonga, "La Estrella"
Tuesday - April 25, 2006
Argentina Association of Los Angeles
2100 N. Gleanoaks Blvd.
Burbank, California

Tango Classes at the
UCLA Extension with
Monica Orozco
April 17 - June 12, 2006
UCLA Extension
Westwood, California

Tango, Vals, and Milonga workshop with Miguel Cardoso and Claudia Garcia
April 27 - 30, 2006
California Institute of Technology
Pasadena, California

Neo Tango Sacramento Festival
April 27 - 30, 2006
Sacramento, California

Westwood Saturday Night Milonga with Orlando Farias and Noelia Soldera
Saturday - May 6, 2006
L.A. Dance Experience
Westwood, California

"Jewish Tango Cabaret" Show
Saturday - May 13th, 2006
Los Angeles, California

"A Tango Affaire" Show
Friday - May 12th, 2006
"Norah's Place" Restaurant
Los Angeles, California

Refinery Tango Festival
May 18 - 21, 2006
Champaign, Illinois

"Sensual Tango Intimo" with Sandor and Parissa and Natalia and Francisco
Friday - May 19, 2006
Museum of Latin American Art
Long Beach, California

The V Carlos Gardel
Tango Festival USA
Sunday - May 21st, 2006
North Hollywood, California

United States Tango Congress
May 26th - June 3rd, 2006
Miami Beach, Florida

Susanna Miller is teaching
in San Diego
June 16th - 18th, 2006
San Diego, California

US Festival Internacional
De Tango Argentino II
November 3, 4, 5 - 2006
Costa Mesa, California

Pulpo's Tango Week 2006
November 11 - 18, 2006
Buenos Aires, Argentina

WHO WE ARE!

The above reflects our on-going passion for flamenco music, song, and dance.

VIDA FLAMENCA has dedicated itself to advancing and preserving the Spanish dance and music tradition. Our programming emphasizes increased awareness of Spanish culture, while maintaining a high level of artistry in presenting authentic dance and music of Spain. We draw from a select group of artists, internationally and here in the United States. Since the company's inception, VIDA FLAMENCA has become the premiere calling card for flamenco artists in Los Angeles. In addition to providing this free community service of up-to-date information (via these email newsletters) on local, national and international events including educational flamenco forums, we also arrange performances for corporate events, private parties, and theatrical venues and continue to host workshops for visiting artists such as: Cristóbal Reyes (Madrid) choreographer for Joaquín Cortés, just recently as part of the 2000 Academy Awards presentation choreographed by Reyes and Debbie Allen; Domingo Ortega (Madrid); Antonio Granjero (Jerez); Canito and Alegria Suarez (Sevilla); Maria Juncal (Madrid); Silvia Duran (Tel Aviv), Yaelisa (San Francisco); La Tania (San Francisco); and La Conja (New York City).

Over the past several years, VIDA FLAMENCA has worked with NBC Studios (NBC children's programming), Oasis Bar & Restaurant, Tzali's Food & Wine Group, NOHO Theater & Arts Festival, the Nosotros (Latino Emmy) Awards Show rewarding excellence in the Latino Film and Television industry, and numerous private and corporate events.

The 2003 co-production of Ay! Flamenco at the Ford Amphitheatre with Rodri Entertainment was the company's first foray into producing flamenco shows on a large scale in a major 1,200-seat venue. The show was a great success and thus prompted a much larger production in October 2004, bringing an entire 12-member company from Spain in the premier original production of "Orfeo," featuring Compañía Domingo Ortega. This acclaimed production of the classic Greek myth spins this heart-breaking tale of love and lose through the timelessness of Flamenco. Additionally, in 2005, Ortega and company returned to Los Angeles for the closing night performance for the 2005 World Music Institute as part of UNESCO hosted by the city of Los Angeles' Cultural Affairs Department and Major Antonio Villaraigosa. Packed workshops followed that included dancer Domingo Ortega, Malagueña singer Javier Riquena, and Barcelona guitarist Jorge Rodriguez.

For further information including booking please contact
beth@vidaflamenca.com or call 213-713.4719.
We pride ourselves in tailoring flamenco performances to your individual needs.

In This Issue:

Tribeca Film Festival

Yo Soy Boricua, Pa' Que Tu Lo Sepas! (I'm Boricua, Just So You Know!

Directed By: Rosie Perez, Liz Garbus
New York Premiere

In her debut doc, the always sparkling Rosie Perez takes viewers down the route of New York City's Puerto Rican Day Parade and through an exploration of her heritage. Weaving snippets of family moments and the often bumpy history of the island, Perez and co director Liz Garbus build a pastiche of unbridled optimism and pride.
- Ron Dicker

SCREENING SCHEDULE

Fri, Apr 28 / 8:30 pm
Pace U Schimmel Center - $12

Wed, May 3 / 7:00 pm
AMC Loews Lincoln Sq 5 - $12

Fri, May 5 / 10:30 am
AMC Loews 34th Street 11 - $12

Sun, May 7 / 2:00 pm
AMC Loews 34th Street 14 - $12

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