Margarita Xirgu (soprano Ana María Martinez)
the Spanish poet and dramatist Federico García Lorca (sung by mezzo-soprano Daniela Mack)
where most works date back a century or two
written in English before being translated into Spanish by the composer
scaled-down piece that eschews the overblown or bombastic
and is instead often stylistically bold and exciting
considered among the preeminent Spanish playwrights of this century
may be best known for “Blood Wedding” and “The House of Bernarda Alba”
From the window of his boyhood home he could see a statue of Mariana Pineda (1804-1831)
“Mariana Pineda,” which premiered in Madrid in 1927 and starred Margarita Xirgu in the leading role
But then we have the fictitious Nuria (soprano Vanessa Becerra)
whose purpose here is to preserve and perpetuate the memory of the deceased writer
She sings: “Perhaps he already knew/ somewhere in that poet’s soul/ that his fate and hers/ would be as one.”
It’s all a little reminiscent of the García Márquez novella
“Chronicle of a Death Foretold,” or one of the plays (“Time and the Conways,” “An Inspector Calls”) by J.B
and so in a sense we are experiencing Margarita Xirgu’s last thoughts as she stands in the wings of a stage in Montevideo
she was in the Americas when the Spanish Civil War broke out
I’m assuming that Lorca’s story resonated in a more personal way for the composer
experienced the heyday of the military dictatorship that ruled the country from 1976 to 1983; and in some manner his role is a little like Xirgu’s student Nuria
whose implied responsibility is to ensure that what transpired is not forgotten: Here it is
And I’m sure it hardly needs be said that the opera is timely today as a would-be strongman sits in the White House
I have to confess that although I saw Long Beach Opera’s production of “Ainadamar” at the Terrace Theater back in 2012
will I have lost virtually all memory of this production when we come to the end of the next decade
I’ve been listening intently to the 2006 Deutsche Grammophon recording that featured Dawn Upshaw and Kelley O’Connor
there are facets of the current rendition that are worth noting:
It’s mostly a riveting and exquisite production
a mesmerizing use of projections (Tai Rosner)
compelling flamenco choreography (Antonio Najarro)
directed and with additional choreography by Deborah Colker
and conducted with true passion by Lina González-Granados
I also want to highlight two other performers who enthralled me: tenor Alfredo Tejada as the vigilante Ramón Ruiz Alonso (with his muezzin-like calls for the arrest of Lorca) and the sensuous solo dancer Laura Peralta
often excitingly percussive and at other times dreamy and surrealistic (as when the young ladies sing “Mariana Pineda
your eyes shine brighter than the stars].) The singing also employs a style known as cante jondo
“what people call flamenco but it’s actually deep song from Andalusia sung by the Roma people.”
or when four dancers go through their movements while standing atop tall columns
enclosing the audience in a perfect environment where one can lose oneself while witnessing a creative retelling of the life and tragic death of a notable young man who gave the world so much
Ainadamar is onstage at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion
Grand Avenue at the Music Center in downtown Los Angeles
“Ainadamar” is sung in Spanish with both English and Spanish supertitles projected above the stage
and fun on the Music Center’s Jerry Moss Plaza for a Celebración de las Artes hosted by LA Opera Connects and Hispanics for LA Opera
the May 7 performance will mark Pride Night
with a special post-performance gathering for attendees
Tickets begin at $24.50 and can be purchased online at LAOpera.org
More information about the production is available at LAOpera.org/Ainadamar
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Angel Blue as Margarita Xirgu and Daniela Mack as Federico García Lorca in Osvaldo Golijov’s “Ainadamar.”
On the first day of rehearsal for “Ainadamar” at the Metropolitan Opera in New York
Brazilian director and choreographer Deborah Colker led the singers
dancers and soloists in an exercise in movement
Although opera stagings are sometimes static, with singers standing, facing forward and singing, Colker said that she wanted a more kinetic, fluid staging to complement the musical rhythms and the story that “Ainadamar”tells
That is something each opera house’s cast members learn anew, with each staging. The production, which opened at the Scottish Opera before going to Wales and Detroit, plays through Nov. 9 at the Metropolitan Opera. In the spring, it will move on to the LA Opera
“Ainadamar” delves into the relationship between the famous Spanish playwright and poet Federico García Lorca and Maria Xirgu, the actress who was his muse. Xirgu was performing in one of Lorca’s plays in Cuba when the fascists jailed and murdered him in Spain in 1936
The opera is told from her perspective in the final moments of her life
This is Colker’s first time directing an opera. She runs a dance company in Brazil and has directed Cirque du Soleil’s popular show, “Ovo.”
“Ainadamar” has been done a lot since it premiered at Tanglewood in western Massachusetts 21 years ago, but Colker’s interpretation leans into the music’s flamenco rhythms and flamenco dancing, according to Argentinian-born composer Osvaldo Golijov who created the music (the libretto is by David Henry Hwang)
Golijov said that he was surprised and delighted by the results
“It’s a real revelation for me,” Golijov said
“Because I never imagined that the opera could be danced from top to bottom.”
When the curtain rises on “Ainadamar,” a man does a Spanish dance surrounded by a circular
A video of a bull is projected behind him as the sound of hoofbeats melds into flamenco rhythms
That kind of physicality runs throughout the performance — something that soprano Angel Blue
She said that at one point during the show
and the dancers are actually assisting me and pulling me up.”
how many hours a day of training to be able to do that — there’s those two specific moves in that scene that are very hard to do.”
who’s sung Puccini and Gershwin at the Met
but calls herself a “theater kid” at heart
“Deborah created a space that was safe to rehearse in,” the singer said
“maybe that’s why this is my favorite opera that I’ve been in
Mezzo-soprano Daniela Mack plays the passionate
doomed playwright in what is called in opera a “trouser role.” She said when she was offered the part
“They were very clear that it was a very physical production
and that I was going to have to move on the stage
born in Argentina and raised in the United States
the singer recalled: “I remember in Detroit taking the fans home to work on my little choreography in my hotel room
Antonio Najarro
was brought in to work on the flamenco moments in the opera
it was that you don’t have to know who is the singer
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Anson Mount joined Star Trek: Discovery as Captain Christopher Pike in its second season
but it turns out that wasn’t his first try to get onto the series
He had auditioned to play Captain Gabriel Lorca in season 1
a role which eventually went to Jason Issacs
And now we can see what helped the producers make their decision
Anson Mount has a special Thanksgiving gift
making his first post on BlueSky a video clip from his Lorca audition
The first 1:00 of my audition for Captain Gabriel Lorca about… 7 years ago??
I think you’ll see why they hired the right guy when they went with Jason
when my representatives told me who they hired
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— Anson Mount (@ansonmount.bsky.social) November 27, 2024 at 5:15 PM
The humble actor says he can see why the Discovery producers “hired the right guy when they went with Jason.” And of course Anson has done well for himself
The wide acclaim he got in season 2 as Pike eventually led to him leading the spin-off series Star Trek: Strange New Worlds
which will be shooting its fourth season in March 2025
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I just saw Pike with a mustache in that audition
Which is exactly how I would imagine a mirror universe Pike
Sort of like mirror universe Spock having a goatee
And maybe he was just making a character ‘choice’ but the chewing gum seemed a bit odd like he wasn’t taking it very seriously
it worked out for him in the end; probably better than anyone could’ve thought at the time
I think that was Lorca eating the fortune cookie as per the written scene
https://youtu.be/sYb9Am7E74Q?si=fok7k9CVv_hbgQpI
I’m pretty sure he was eating fortune cookies
Lorca from the first half of season one was a really compelling character; it’s too bad they veered off into the Mirror Universe nonsense
“Charades” is exhibit A to this point
Whether that’s the fault of his performance (“he of the dopey grin”) or of an incompetent writers’ room
although I thought he nailed the part in DISCO and early in season one of SNW
They did not “veer” off in the 2nd half
Lorca was always intended to be from the Mirror universe
despite so much of season 2 Pike seeming to be ‘off’ point.)
The Pike of SNW doesn’t seem like the same guyt at all
but the character does some things thst make j]him
what a waste of what was a compelling character to start
Pike in Season 2 of Discovery accepted his eventual fate and was at peace with it
Cut to Season 1 of SNW and he’s an anxious existential mess who spends hours brooding and getting distracted by what-ifs
It’s like he is a totally different person
I still like Pike very much but even I have been a bit frustrated how he has been portrayed on SNW at times
They have made him a bit too much like an over concerned parent instead of a starship captain
The poster Legacy has made a great point as well (which I didn’t think about until she started pointing it out) and they don’t feel as professional or mature enough the way it feels on the classic shows and that obviously starts at the top
The Enterprise is supposed to be the flagship and yet it feels like a cadet training ship at times
I think that’s because this new stuff seems to be based more on interpersonal feelings and goofing off
There is a smattering of serious moments and professionalism
but not enough of those moments for only 10 episodes
Maybe they should add a military consultant
Starfleet is supposed to be a military organization
It has been referenced as such in other shows and movies
TOS showed Starfleet as an organistion that clearly ran along the lines of a military service
which is not surprising the ammount of WW2 veterans that worked on the show both behind and in front of the cameras
That sense of discipline & professionalism is one of (many) things missing since 2009 “Nu-Trek”
It was still structured around Naval / Maritime organizational structure
no mattter Starfleet’s perceived purpose (exploration vs
it is mostly about exploration as well as defense in every other ST tv show
Militaries were historically deeply involved in exploration
A top-of-mind example is Captain James Cook
who was originally in the merchant marine but was granted a commission in the Royal Navy and commanded HMS Endeavour in mapping the Pacific (including Hawaii
though: geospatial intelligence (GEOINT) remains very much a thing within the intelligence community
and the main US government agency responsible for it is the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency
We do see them get serious every time the Gorn shows up somewhere or something but overall it really doesn’t feel like a group of serious minded officers as it does a group of friends hanging out
that was actually one of the things Discovery did right in the first season and it felt like a ship with real discipline under Lorca
but they were also in the middle of a war too I guess
This is one of the silliest complaints I’ve seen about SNW
That doesn’t mean it’s inappropriate or wrong
I don’t care that it has a more relaxed energy
it seems like the kind of ship that Riker would run
Starfleet would never survive the dangers of space if the ships were run as loosely as they are in “Nu-Trek”
Riker was 1 very disciplined Starfleet officer from what I remember of TNG on the small and big screen
The Pike of SNW would maybe be more suited to doing school children shuttles or something along those lines
You are incorrect about Pike is 100% Starfleet material
I know this because he’s in Starfleet and is generally regarded as one of the greatest captains in the history of the organization
Yeah but that was the “proper” Captain Pike
not this reimagined one we are getting on SNW (which is itself just a reimagining of proper Star Trek) and on and on and on
it should feel more professional like the other shows; especially being the flagship
I don’t think the overwhelming majority cares about this either
but it’s nothing close to things like all the canon issues for example
Pike and Una feels more like parents than commanders
Rebecca Romign said that herself in an interview
That’s why I said it feels more like a cadet crew at times instead of a more serious and mature ship
But I think that’s both how the producers and Anson Mount wanted it and for most people it’s working
But for people who want stuff like rank and chain of command more emphasized and not feel so casual it is a issue
but something they notice and maybe take them out of the show a little
some of it gets a bit too nit picky like how Pike has been called out for calling Ortegas by her first name
from Kirk-Archer has done and call people they are close to in their crew
And she still calls him captain unlike characters like Crusher
etc who call their captains by their first names because they were all close to them before they worked together
And I can’t disagree with you about Riker lol
casual and fun as we saw him handle the Titan crew on Lower Decks
But lower decks is “Nu-Trek” so it is not the same Riker
Tell me when was Riker ever informal on the bridge like the crew of the “Nu-Trek” ships were
Riker was harder on the crew than Picard was
Remember the dressing down he gave the lower decks crew members on TNG
how we was constantly coming up against Picard wanting to be on away missions early on in TNG etc etc Riker was NEVER relaxed
casual or fun while on service until “Nu-Trek”
He joked around with the crew on and off duty
hence joining the poker games and sometimes cooking for the bridge crew…just like Pike does now
And people have suggested he was more serious on the Enterprise because of Picard and followed his lead
And Frakes has said in interviews the character from LDS was the character he always saw Riker as and he was the one who told McMahan he wanted to go as big as possible
So I’m not totally disagreeing with you
but I think to say he wasn’t fun or casual is not true either
There was just more of a time and a place for it unlike Pike who gives off the cool casual dad vibe at all times
Completely different bridge crew dynamic than “Nu-Trek”
casual or fun while on service until “Nu-Trek”.”
There were plenty of times he joked around even on duty
But as I also said (and where we agree) he was certainly more serious than Pike usually is
That’s why I said it feels more like a cadet crew at times instead of a more serious and mature ship
But I think that’s both how the producers and Anson Mount wanted it and for most people it’s working
And this is also why I’m starting to blame Mount
I happened to watch William Shatner’s documentary “The Captains” for the first time over Thanksgiving weekend (I am kicking myself for never having seen it before; it was one of the best pieces of Star Trek commentary I’ve ever seen)
Among the many insights: the early captains all had extensive theater backgrounds
Both Stewart and Shatner said that playing all of those kings in Shakespeare’s histories imbued their performance as starship captains
Mulgrew has extensive theater experience too — she played Desdemona in Othello — as do Brooks and Bakula
Anson Mount doesn’t quite have zero theater experience
but his theater resume is much lighter than the other captains’
So I’m thinking that may partly explain his lack of gravitas
although I do agree his portrayal was better in DISCO
That’s true about all the captains in the classic shows
they all had extensive theater training and you really saw it on screen
It’s funny I was just watching an interview on YouTube with Trekculture and Sam Witwer
the actor who portrayed Kirk in the Unification short and he was defending Shatner regarding his ‘overacting’ on TOS
He said most of it came from his experience in the theater was used to playing big so the audience could get his performance in the back row and brought that to Star Trek
And also stated that TVs where obviously much smaller in the sixties as well and pushed many people to perform bigger
I’m sure this has been said many times and I’m not an actor
so I can only follow what other actor’s thinks
and Brooks probably did the same thing with Sisko
He has been dubbed as overreacting at times too
I do think that SNW and Pike in general lacks the gravitas of the classic shows and have said that before as well
But I think it’s still the writing just as much as the acting though and just presenting a more casual tone
I watched it several times and it’s fun to see them interacting with Shatner
I like his interview with Kate Mulgrew the best
but he was willing to run a tight ship when there was cause for it
he (probably unfairly) dressed down Shelby for her “early bird gets the worm” away team mission
Other examples include “Peak Performance,” “Ensign Ro,” and “Lower Decks” (the episode)
have remotely acted the way Pike of the Dopey Grin did in “Charades.”
I don’t know – I like that it shows a different style Starfleet Captain rather than retreading what we’ve seen already
Is the Enterprise the flagship in this series
there are different command styles so its nice to see something different – and by visual evidence in the show itself – it works for him lol
I don’t have a problem with his captain style
I do wish he acted more serious when it called for it
It just leans too much into him trying to be a cool dad instead of a Starfleet officer
I don’t mind seeing different styles either
Janeway and Kirk as captains as well and they couldn’t be any more different from each other
People used to say Janeway was the female version of Picard
but there is nothing that really compares them to each other than they are both well knowledgeable and gives some amazing speeches lol
But Janeway comes off much more paternal to her crew but when it’s crunch time she turns into take no shit Janeway in a heartbeat
I guess what people are saying is they like to see a little more fire under Pikes belly sometimes
It just feels a little too relaxed even in the biggest circumstances
But the best example of that was in Quality of Mercy and the confrontation of the Romulans that leads into a war with them because they viewed Pike as too weak
They assumed that represented Starfleet as a whole and would be easy to defeat them
Kind of proves the guy can be a little more meaner at times lol
As far as the Enterprise being the flagship
it started under TNG but it has continued past that
SNW referred to Enterprise as the flagship in the episode Ghosts of Illyria in first season
So I guess that means the original in TOS is now considered one as well
But I don’t think every Enterprise is considered one
I think the Enterprise in the Kelvin movies were referred to a flagship too but I can’t remember which movie
I’m curious what you mean by “veer of.” Pike was always going to be revealed as the mirror version
I’m guessing he meant that the character’s arc took a sharp turn that wasn’t beneficial to the story
The Mary Sue aspect of Michael Burnham aside
it’s actually a pretty good sci-fi series right up until the Jump to the Mirror Universe
I can’t say it’s good Star Trek because of all the things it gets wrong about Trek and canon
and would be better if not for the heel turn he makes
I’d want the prime version of that character to be just like what we got.
it goes off the rails HARD once they jump universes
Anson ended up right where he was supposed y]to
the first season of Discovery was the worst season of Star Trek for many many reasons; the biggest being it just didn’t feel enough like Star Trek
It could’ve been just another sci fi show and no one would’ve noticed
It stayed the worst for years until Picard season 2 (which is now my worst season of all time) and Discovery season 4 showed up
I know some people love these seasons but my God I just think they are awful with a few notable bright spots here and there
And for season 1 of Discovery it was Lorca who was that bright spot
I didn’t love him as a captain but it’s why I loved him lol
He was cut from a very different cloth from them and made him interesting
Of course you can say that about the entire show but I think he especially worked
He clearly had demons in his closet the way others didn’t
Then we found out why and like you suggested it kind of derailed the character a bit
I never had problems with him being from the MU but will admit it might have been better to present him as a captain going through PTSD or something
It is weird they have never tried to bring him back at all
I guess he could still appear on SNW but that show has basically ignored Discovery completely outside a few references from it And his character would probably feel a bit too off kilter for that show which has a more bubble gum approach vs Discovery’s very GOT feel in the first season
The fact the only real crossover we got so far involved Boimler and Mariner tells you the tone that show has become and not sure how well Lorca would fit
a mess of competing ideas scraped together when Bryan Fuller left
The only bright spots for me are Ash’s storyline (which even then peters out into nothing) and Michelle Yeoh
I actually think the season improved with the Mirror Universe twist
but I still have zero interest in rewatching it
I know I’m in the minority but I loved the jump to the future and I loved that for once there isn’t a universe ending threat and that it was more of a slow-burn mystery
Regardless of what people thought about the origin of The Burn
I thought it was a very unexpected and novel way to go
And I’m just glad there was no big bad lurking there
Season 4 was more of a mixed bag that got got spinning its wheels for a while
Considering it was filmed in the middle of a global pandemic
I haven’t seen enough of Season 5 to comment on it
I had issues with some of DSC’s writing and how Pike has been emasculated in SNW
(You don’t need to emasculate a male character to make the female characters seem stronger and more competent
Taylor Sheridan has proven this with his universes
What I wouldn’t give to have Taylor Sheridan do a take on Star Trek…)
But even if Star Trek was always woke (which I dont believe personally) it was never so forcefully woke to actually alienate a lot of its audience
and yes the god awful writing (cant forget about that)
because no one really agrees on what it means
no matter what they’re trying to pander and preach about it
sheridan’s cynicism would trash any ST tv show
Taylor Sheridan is doing the social commentary through allegory and complex characters like Trek did before 2009
and they’re wonderfully written with great characters
If by “woke” you mean “socially aware” then I hate to break it to you- Star Trek has been exactly that ever since its inception
The Original Series had a black woman in a prominent role at the height of the civil rights movement
a Japanese-American character in an important position only twenty years after WWII
a Russian character at the height of the civil war
the original pilot had a woman in a command position when it was considered abnormal for women to *work*
TNG featured a disabled black man in a pivotal role
DS9 showcased a devoted black father as a powerful and respected leader
ENTs first officer was a highly respected and intelligent woman who got things done and didn’t take rubbish from anybody
LDS’ main characters include two black women (one of whom is unapologetically pansexual and badass) and an Asian-American man who is indispensable (and T’Ana who is honestly a rockstar)
PRO showcases the power and hopefulness of youth
PIC puts a trauma survivor (Seven) front and centre (once they got over that weird characterisation in the first season)
and SNW for all its faults is unfailingly hopeful and progressive in its tone
Just look at 2×02 for evidence of that
Star Trek has always had progressive values in every iteration (with the exception of Enterprise
So to decry Star Trek: Discovery as being “woke” (which by the way is not a thing anybody outside of far-right wing circles actually says… so congrats on exposing yourself there) is quite frankly weird because… of course it’s going to be socially aware
I suspect that what you actually mean is “I don’t like this show because it was led by a black woman and prominently featured queer and trans characters”
That is usually what people mean they decry something as being “woke”
as usual you have absolutely nothing interesting or of substance to say- so you spout the same
old tired grievances you usually spout about “Nu-Trek”
and one that is now spout far right propaganda phrases which is
not a good look for anybody invested in a highly progressive and hopeful franchise
and worse than that it is badly written,which for me is the ultimate betrayal of the many people who made Star Trek what it WAS
You really don’t understand this franchise if you don’t think TOS through ENT isn’t “woke”
Go and spread your alt-right beliefs elsewhere
and a topic worthy of more exploration than a few sentences can give it
What progressivism meant in the civil rights era — and indeed perhaps what it meant up to
2014 or so — is very different from what “woke” means today in the sense of critical race theory and indentarian politics
it may have meant an international and multi-racial crew
I think you’d see progressive circles lambasting IDIC as “cultural appropriation.”
Actually season 2 is probably still my favorite season of Discovery
I have gone back and forth with season 5 since I liked that one too but season 2 actually had some of the strongest episodes overall
New Eden is probably my favorite episode of Discovery to this day and obviously loved Pike and Spock on it
But it’s the Terminator like twist and the Section 31 stuff I really hated
Until we saw that turn and the Red Angel being Burnham’s mother
And it just felt like a nice reprieve after how bad and overly dark season 1 felt
I loved Lorca but Pike is what changed my view of the show for the better
Season 4 had a lot of promise and that’s the thing
It is probably the most Trek-y season of any of the modern shows
They could’ve gotten rid of half the episodes and you lose nothing IMO
Yeah COVID was probably part of the issue along with Picard season 2 but I can only judge the end results
But even though I had my issues with the show’s later seasons for sure
I still think it was smart to move the show to the 32nd century
I seem to be a minority on this board but yeah it just gave the show a new life and it was no longer compared to TOS in every scene
I feel season 2 is probably my favorite overall so I was resigned to it being in the 23rd century but going to the future was bold IMO and finally gave us something uniquely different I haven’t felt we gotten since DS9 ended
But every season ended in frustration for me in a way no other show has time and time again
I think you will love the ending when you watch the season
They could have at least three of the back half episodes in Season 4
I get they had an episode order to fulfill and- like you said- the pandemic probably played a major factor- but that back half was wheel spinning of the highest order
I do think Season 4 stuck the landing- and I would probably argue so did 2 and 3- but of course it’s a matter of personal opinion
Discovery’s determination to tug at the heartstrings does grate after a while (even for this die-hard fan of the show)- but I do think the emotion was really earned in the season finale
I have no shame in admitting that 10-C returning Book to Burnham did make me cry
And I was ridiculously invested in T’Rina and Saru
I will eventually get around to watching Season 5
But I do struggle to say goodbye to any show that I love dearly
but it’s the scrappy little show that could- and for that it will always hold a special place in my heart
I will agree and say season 4 stuck to landing as well
but I was so checked out by then I just didn’t really care
But I can’t say they didn’t wrap it up in a meaningful way either
the second half just felt so lackluster because there wasn’t enough story
Book and his partner in crime were running around the galaxy trying to find a way to blow up Species 10C but there was so little energy to it because there just wasn’t enough happening
It was obvious they were stretching every plot point out
I went into my usual extended long whining rants about it several times that season and I won’t do it here (although if anyone wants to hear it again
Whatever.) but ultimately most episodes felt like they were 50 minutes with about 5 minutes of plot in them and it just lost me
And the season made me so angry I literally wanted Michelle Paradise fired lol
but that’s how disappointed and frustrated I felt
But I thought she made up for it in season 5 even with my issues of that season as well
Given Isaacs’ politics and the speech he had to give as Lorca extolling the virtues of Elon Musk
I wouldn’t be surprised if he now wished that Anson Mount had gotten the part
Um Isaacs’ admitted he adlibbed the Musk part because he was hoping to get a Tesla
I’d bet a whole load of dilithium and gold-pressed latinum he regrets it now
People forget that Musk used to be beloved by the left before he jumped on the Trump Train
To echo Picard downplaying his relationship with Riker in CAPTAIN’S HOLIDAY
it was nice and something of a novelty to see somebody rich and connected as an advocate for space exploration
but I certainly wouldn’t use a word like beloved
Ross Perot was the guy way before Musk who was advocating for mining the asteroid belt
back in the early 90s when it became known that there was enough platinum out there to shift the entire financial structure of this planet for at least decades if somebody went out there and started bringing it back
That was vision (enough so that I actually voted for him
even though I knew it wasn’t going to make a difference.)
Matt Yglesias had some very astute commentary a few days ago
that it was far-left progressive elements that ginned up a conflict between Musk and center-left Democrats in order to marginalize the latter
What the progressives didn’t count on is that the center-left Democrats might feel comfortable abandoning the Democratic Party rather than being defenstrated
Which is very much what happened with Musk
have been remarkably sanguine about the outcome
As a member of “the left” — whatever that might mean in these United States
especially now — I always thought Musk was more than a bit full of himself (aka something of a d!ck)
but could balance that against our shared passion for space exploration and the practical advances his businesses were making to address climate change
it’s the MAGA types now idolizing the man who forget that Musk quit Trump’s technology advisory committee during his first administration over climate policy
Now he’s allied himself with some of the worst and most science-denying political actors in recent memory
So saying he was beloved by the left is not me saying the left should have known better
that line won’t age well for Trek lovers in the future who will know nothing other than him going all in on Trump
I still don’t think Lorca worked at all though
and was one of the many things wrong with Discovery from the beginning
It was good that Anson Mount did not get sucked into that Lorca mess
So far as I can tell with your ‘woke,’ certainly
the only trolling in this thread has been done by you
I don’t think M1701 was saying Mount trolls
just explaining what keyboard warrior meant
I think he’s gone after people pretty hard on social media that have come at him over politics.
just disagree that his stance should be seen as derogatory
When I post on a Trek forum it is about Trek
if they give us proper Star Trek again believe me I will be the first to sing their praises
Mount is another one of those that has gone into meltdown because your US DEMOCRACY voted a certain man in as your 47th US president
the lowest margin by a Presidential candidate in many decades
is what the young’uns these days call a “sweeping majority.” Either that
or those words do not mean what you think they mean
Mount is perfectly entitled to voice his unhappiness with that outcome
I’m a far leftist revolutionary minded activist who holds disdain for most centrist liberals
but he’s certainly entitled to express his opinion
The fact that you speak in terms of “proper Star Trek” tells me you are not an unserious individual living in your own fabricated reality
SNW is proper Star Trek whether you like the show or not
It is a TV experiment for the people working on it so they can get as many “big swings” in as possible because they have the kind of budgets and technology a lot of producers would love to play with
then they will simply move on having used (abused?) the Star Trek name simply as a stepping stone for their curriculum Vitae
And the fact that all of that means it’s “not proper Star trek” is precisely why you are an unserious person
but it sounds like you aren’t even a fan of Star Trek and nothing you say to the contrary will convince me
Instead you’re a fan of a very specific thingg and you want nothing to deviate from that
Outside your view of “proper” and it doesn’t count
This sounds a lot like certain social attitudes that Trek itself preaches is wrong and ignorant
Ie; a gay or trans man isn’t a man because they don’t fit your narrow-minded
Maybe think about the analogy here and do some self reflection
I agree about being a fan of a “very specific thingg” and that thing is ALL of Star Trek made between 1964-2005
Making assumptions about the motives of creatives based on your distaste for their work (or their political leanings) is never a good look
instead read his stuff instead of hearing about his love of shotguns.)
The politics of John Milius are so gonzo I’m not completely convinced that he takes them seriously himself
I have no problem giving him his due for APOCALYPSE NOW
and though Coppola’s rewrites thankfully swapped Joseph Conrad’s thematic ambition for Milius’ macho posturing there’s no question that the film’s tone and many of its best moments are his
did Milius have to be such a d!ck about it
fighting before the WGA to keep Conrad’s name out of the credits
Stating that “if APOCALYPSE NOW is based on ‘Heart of Darkness’ then ‘Moby Dick’ is based on the Book of Jonah” might have satisfied his need to sound clever
but of course you don’t get to say that and then boast to the world of having succeeded where Orson Welles failed
maybe Hill and Giler should have had Milius advocating on their behalf during WGA arbitration over ALIEN’s writing credits
because I think they were very wrongfully screwed over on that
I don’t know if I brought it up here or not before
but a couple weeks back it occurred to me that if they had hooked Sean Connery just a little bit with their pitch for TFF
he’d have certainly demanded a rewrite
brought on to RED OCTOBER right around this time or shortly thereafter
I’m wondering: could Milius have been brought in to rewrite TFF in order to lock Connery in
Connery and Milius had been on good terms since THE WIND AND THE LION
and Connery was first choice for Thulsa Doom in CONAN THE BARBARIAN
though I guess he was occupied doing OUTLAND or WRONG IS RIGHT at the time
Connery as Sybok goes from being a nice wish and could-have-been-really-something in my mind to just a side benefit
with Milius possibly improving TFF massively in all sorts of storytelling ways
I understand Paramount not wanting to pay Lustbader a fortune to write TFF
from ‘Do you feel lucky’ speech in DIRTY HARRY and most of MAGNUM FORCE to the Quint speech about the INDIANAPOLIS in JAWS
and could have been as much a shot in the arm to TFF as Meyer was with his TWOK rewrites
I’ve been wondering how Milius’ native abilities could have fueled Shatner’s ambitions for the film and possibly even seduced Paramount into having more faith in the thing
Plus having the guy who made RED DAWN do a Trek movie just prior to TUC seems somehow very fitting to me … for all I know
they might have given him TUC to make if he had delivered TFF’s script in a significant fashion that impacted the b.o
I recall definitely agreeing with the CFQ story’s conclusion that Hill and Giler deserved co-writer credits on the ALIEN screenplay
just as Meerson and Krikes did not on THE VOYAGE HOME
I can understand given the claim of the former that he didn’t review HoD at all when writing the screenplay for APOCALYPSE
and was working strictly from his memories of a story read decades earlier
that he might have felt not crediting the original author was reasonable
which brought the film much closer to the novella
up to and including repurposing chunks of dialogue from it
Seems to me that Conrad deserved an “Inspired By” credit
apparently didn’t deserve the screen credit either
The only original notion I’ve seen from K&R had to do with referencing Ulysses for this final mission
But they had some paramount suit named Teddy Z lobbying for them and slowing down preprod enormously
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Teatro Paraguas will present the world premiere of Return to the River
a new flamenco production by the internationally acclaimed artists Chuscales and Mina Fajardo
This highly anticipated performance serves as a revival of their popular flamenco show Una Nota de Lorca (2016 & 2019) and pays tribute to the legendary Spanish poet and playwright Federico García Lorca
Blending the soul-stirring rhythms of flamenco with the poetic legacy of Lorca
Return to Lorca brings together an exceptional cast of musicians
and actors to honor one of Spain's most revered literary figures
renowned as a master guitarist and composer
Creative team and cast include Chuscales (Music Director, Composer, Guitarist), Mina Fajardo (Artistic Director, Choreographer, Dancer, Singer), Argos MacCallum (Actor)
Teatro Paraguas will present the premiere production of Waking Up, a new play by Augusto Federico Amador directed by Rick Vargas. Waking Up runs from July 11-26, 2025.
Teatro Paraguas will present a staged reading of Esperanza ,a play-in-progress based on the movie Salt of the Earth. TP has been working in collaboration with Carlos Morton, a renowned Chicano playwright and Professor Emeritus of Theatre at UC Santa Barbara, to bring this historic movie and the actual events depicted in it to the stage.
Musicals, once somewhat seldom produced in northern New Mexico, has within the past few years experienced something of a heyday in Santa Fe, thanks in part to the emergence of Tri-M (Millenial Music Makers) Productions.
Emily Rankin, the new Artistic Director of New Mexico Actors Lab, is set to direct the 2025 season opening production of Mike Lew's Bike America. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
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Based on Rudyard Kipling’s Jungle Book stories
this family musical in Spanish is perfect for all the family from the first note to the last as it traces the adventures of Mowgli
the production aims to transmit messages related to social and family values
as well as learning and respect for the natural environment
and is now celebrating 10 years of performances in theatres all over Spain
The performance at the Auditorio Margarita Lozano in Lorca on 31st May begins at 19.30 with tickets priced at 12 and 15 euros and available online here
For more local information, including news and what’s on, go to the home page of Lorca Today
The rich and extensive history of Lorca has left a legacy of archaeological sites, and historic buildings, around which the modern City has built its tourism industry. Amongst these are Lorca Castle, the Jewish Quarter of the castle and Synagogue
Unfortunately Lorca has also been prone to natural disaster, suffering a Gota Fría on September 28th 2012, as well as an earthquake which measured 5.3 on the Richter scale on 11th May 2011 and claimed 9 lives. Since this earthquake the city has been rebuilding, winning recognition for its Lorca, Open for Restoration initiative
which used the restoration of the city as a tourist attraction whilst it rebuilt its historical buildings
some of which are currently still not open
The tourist office itself has temporarily relocated until the renovations are completed and is on Calle San Patricio near the church
Lorca also has an area of coastline incorporating the Parque Regional de Cabo Cope - Puntas de Calnegre
although many are accessible only through agricultural exploitations
the name of Lorca is synonymous with Easter
(Semana Santa) its biblical parades of International Tourist Interest status and famous throughout Spain
The week includes a series of parades in which the whites (Paso Blanco) and blues (Paso Azúl) try to outdo each other with the magnificence of their embroideries and the skill and daring of their horsemen
located within the complex of its historic castle
For more local news, events and visiting information go to the home page of Lorca Today
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Tacoma Little Theatre and The University of Washington-Tacoma Theatre Department will bring Pulitzer Prize-winner, Nilo Cruz’s surrealist play to life
Lorca in a Green Dress is directed by Maria-Tania Bandes B
Lorca in a Green Dress pays homage to Federico García Lorca
Lorca was killed by fascist forces on August 19
Lorca in a Green Dress is a spellbinding exploration of the life and death of Lorca
Lorca in a Green Dress will run Friday, March 7, through Sunday, March 23, 2025, for a total of 10 performances. Evening showings are at 7:30pm and matinees are at 2:00pm.
There will be a special “Pay What You Can” performance on Thursday, March 20, 2025, at 7:30pm. Tickets for that performance are available now online, in person, or over the phone.
The performance on Sunday, March 23, 2025, at 2:00pm will be an ASL interpreted performance.
Pork Filled Productions will present UNLEASHED 2025: NEW PLAYS FOR A NEW WORLD, a staged reading new works festival celebrating and showcasing Asian-American playwrights in five tales of wonder that span AI, psychological horror, vampires and more.
There’s no escaping the kitchen in Hungry, now playing at Sound Theatre Company. Not just because the set keeps the kitchen table at center stage, no matter where in time we’re dropped. But because food, and everything it represents; culture, class, control, comfort is the simmering heart of this gripping two-hander. And with two extraordinary performances from Simone Alene and Jayne Hubbard, that heat doesn’t just stay on. It boils over.
Golden, written by Andrew Lee Creech and now playing at ACT Theater,, is a rich, character-driven drama that delivers clean, linear storytelling about what it means to live with dignity when the world feels like it’s falling apart.
Beloved Seattle theater mainstay, Director Timothy McCuen Piggee (Hello, Dolly!), brings a triumphant new take to Village Theatre's production of The Color Purple, a powerful musical celebration of resilience and self-discovery featuring a Grammy Award-winning score infused with jazz, gospel, ragtime and the blues, with music supervision by American theater legend Sheilah V Walker (Broadway's Porgy and Bess and Ragtime, The Color Purple National Tour).
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iridescent lights in anticipation of two musical acts: Bowdoin’s own DJ Lorca (Lorca Peña Nissenblatt ’27)
The concert was a collaboration between Student Activities and the Entertainment Board (E-Board) in the first part of Bowdoin’s “Friend of a Friend” festival
which is two weekends long and brings in musical acts that students are connected with outside of the College
This was the second year the College has hosted the event
Ella Perry ’26 recommended Alaimo and her producer and guitarist Riley Schmedeman
“I met Addie and Riley in preschool,” Perry said
It’s been fun since I’ve seen their whole music career progress.… I was really excited because this was a perfect opportunity for me to see them play here and then show all of my friends their music.”
Alaimo and Schmedeman made the cross-country journey to Brunswick
accompanied by two of their own friends from New York: Noah Bucner on drums and Ben Halle on bass and bells
Alaimo and Schmedeman were excited to play at the College because of their love for the state of Maine
which Alaimo pridefully dubs “the first state where the sun rises.” They also appreciate smaller venues
“There’s a give and take with the people we play with
Everyone just loves each other,” Schmedeman said
E-Board co-president Oliver Clachko ’26 said the decision to have a Bowdoin student open for the first weekend of “Friend of a Friend” was intentional
“People at Bowdoin love supporting their friends,” Clachko said
“There’s a lot of talented people at Bowdoin
so we thought it would be a nice way to get people excited.”
Nissenblatt found that opening for Alaimo was a break from her normal DJing on campus
“I feel like DJing at a party is so different from DJing at an event for a band
so that was a fun challenge,” Nissenblatt said
Following Nissenblatt’s time at the turntable
Alaimo and her troupe emerged with a folk blend of acoustic and electric sound
Viewers formed a semicircle around the stage and clapped along to Alaimo’s songs
many of which were yet to be released on streaming platforms
Members of the audience occasionally put their arms around each other and swayed or individually went on stage to shake bells for the group
Spencer Sussman ’26 spoke highly of his concert experience
“It was really impressive that they were able to keep the crowd interested in their original music for an hour and change because most of the crowd didn’t know any of the music and still stayed engaged,” Sussman said
who has been a fan of Alaimo’s for nearly two years
“I want to reiterate how awesome it was,” Carlson said
It was one of the best nights of my life.”
The second weekend of the festival kicks off tomorrow night
with DJ Do Not Tell a Soul About Old Navy Pants and WURLEY
an indie rock band from Wesleyan University
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Tourists walk along the street without stopping
Some of them using the GPS on their mobile phones that takes them to the door
Still with the devices in their hand they focus on the plaque that Malaga city hall installed a few years ago on the façade of the building and which reminds us that 'here was the Café Cantante de Chinitas"'
the mythical flamenco temple immortalised by the poet Federico García Lorca in his own handwriting
they translate the text into their own language and then peer through the glass panes of the door of the still-closed premises
But the activity inside is incessant; workers are finalising the details of what will be the resurrection of this emblematic café
which is set to reopen in the spirit of a modern bar
Those peering through the door will see a white sheet covering what looks like a person already propping up the bar of the soon-to-reopen El Café de Chinitas
"We have tried to bring back the spirit of that café and for this corner to be what it was a century ago"
who takes a step forward and ceremoniously removes the white sheet that reveals a life-size statue of Federico García Lorca
The poet is propping up the large circular bar
which has been designed to resemble a bullring and pen and notebook in hand
he could even be writing the poem he wrote about the iconic place: "In el Café de Chinitas / Paquiro said to his brother: / "I am braver than you
there will be a reproduction of the complete poem so that everyone who comes to the bar can read it"
Criado points out about the statue which was made by the Moreno Brothers who are also from Granada
The decorator leaves the sheet to one side and throws his arm over the poet
as thousands of tourists do every day with the statue of Picasso in the Plaza de la Merced
A gesture that suggests the photo Marilú Báez captures with her camera for this report will be the first of many
El Café de Chinitas is expected to open its doors at the end of September
An update of the legendary tablao that also aims to make its denomination of origin clear
who along with businesswoman Alicia Lapaz has revived this Malaga icon
The other key to the new bar is the bullfighting atmosphere
which also responds to Lorca's literary origins
"The bar is not only one of the largest in Malaga
but its circular shape is reminiscent of a bullring
crowned by what looks like a Cordoban hat"
who directed the refurbishment carried out by Innovadecor Constructores
snapshots of Lola Flores and posters of La Malagueta cover the walls of this spacious premises
which has also made the 'botijo' a decorative hallmark
they will also be signed by celebrities who come to visit El Café de Chinitas"
says the man in charge of recovering the flavour of the old tablao converted into a bar with a modern touch in its style and menu
There will be no shortage of music at the new venue
which has already ordered a piano and a guitar
which will be the responsibility of one of the students of La Cónsula
"It will be a commitment to Malaga and traditional cuisine and to tapas
explains the manager of El Café de Chinitas
who adds that there will be a nod to Lorca with a dish inspired by Granada
as well as a commitment to Casa de Guardia and Málaga Virgen wines
"We have reached an agreement to bottle our own 18º wine
Workers and technicians are putting the finishing touches to the bar and they are joined by the architect Rafael Salas
responsible for the renovation work on a historic building that has taken four years to complete since 2020
as it started in the middle of the pandemic
"The recovery of this old café is the soul of the building"
as he rests a hand on one of the marble columns that remain from the original construction
Past and present coexist not only in the walls
but also in the menu and the spirit of the establishment that aims to revive Malaga's literary and bar heritage
"The new Café de Chinitas will occupy the space left by the closure of Café Central"
says Eduardo Criado to Federico García Lorca who keeps an eye on him
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Rome - The FAO Director-General QU Dongyu met today with the Minister for Environment of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela
The Director-General welcomed the Minister to FAO and referred to COP29 informing that FAO had emphasized the urgent need for increased investment in agrifood systems to combat the impacts of the climate crisis
which were in line with the global finance discussions advocating for agrifood systems transformation in national policies
Minister Lorca thanked the Director-General for the opportunity to meet and mentioned that the Venezuelan delegation at COP20 had demanded swifter implementation of funds
highlighting that while transparency and accountability were important
The Director-General emphasized the significance of FAO's strengthened portfolio in Venezuela in 2024
with three new projects totaling $16 million
funded by the Global Environment Fund (GEF) and the Green Climate Fund (GCF)
noting that these projects focused on managing invasive alien species
and advancing agricultural adaptation policies
He added that FAO is formulating a $14 million project with the Development Bank of Latin America (CAF) to address water pollution due to contamination in Lake Maracaibo
Minister Lorca emphasized that the project on Lake Maracaibo was a flagship initiative and that the Venezuelan Government was seeking a binational project with Colombia to clean the lake from contamination
and for this reason Venezuela counted on strengthened collaboration with FAO through enhanced cross-sectoral initiatives on biodiversity and climate adaptation
The Director-General underlined that Venezuela has the potential to produce more and better with adequate training and referred to the joint FAO/IAEA Research Center
The FAO Director-General and the Minister agreed to continue their cooperation and reiterated their collective will to strengthen the partnership between the Organization and to join forces and work together towards common objectives
Andrés Barrios – De Barrios a Lorca: Rapsodia de Canciones Populares (2024)
groundbreaking album brings together flamenco
Spanish classical music sensibilities and a tribute to the writings of poet Federico Garcia Lorca’s works
De Barrios a Lorca: Rapsodia de Canciones Populares includes a mix of beautifully crafted original pieces and timeless traditional songs from the pre-Spanish Civil War era
Buy De Barrios a Lorca: Rapsodia de Canciones Populares
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A unique opportunity to immerse yourself in an experience guaranteed to provide relaxation and wellbeing: bathe in the sound of Tibetan bowl music
enjoying a 1,000-year-old ritual which frees you of tension and helps you to find inner peace
The event takes place at 12.00 under the arched ceiling of the Aljibe Pequeño in Lorca castle
a setting full of history and positive energy
and is led by José Ginés Madrid
This is followed at 13.30 by lunch in the Caballerizas de Castillo restaurant in the central courtyard of the patio
Registration is available online here at 23 euros for the sound experience only and 43 euros with lunch included (prices reduced to 19 euros and 39 euros for bookings made before April 20)
On Friday, March 14, 2025, renowned flamenco cantaora Marina Heredia will take the stage at Kaufman Music Center
as part of the 24th Flamenco Festival New York
the Granada-born artist has captivated audiences worldwide with her deep
expressive singing and innovative interpretations of the genre
weaving together the raw intensity of cante jondo (deep song) with the evocative works of Federico García Lorca
Accompanied by master guitarist José Quevedo “El Bolita,” Heredia breathes new life into the poet’s timeless verses
transporting listeners to the heart of Andalusian tradition
Presented by the World Music Institute in collaboration with Flamenco Festival New York
this performance promises an evening of profound emotion
where music and literature intertwine in a celebration of Spain’s rich cultural heritage
Friday, March 14Kaufman Music Center129 West 67th Street, ManhattanDoors: 7:30 PM | Show: 8 PMTickets: $45 | $65 | $75
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standing high above the city in a location which made it impregnable throughout the constant struggle between Moors and Christians in the part of Sapin in the Middle Ages
is offering a complete visiting package throughout this spring
ending with a meal based on the Sephardic Jewish traditions which were prevalent in the city when the medieval synagogue was used
prior to the expulsion of the Jews in 1492
The package includes admission to the archaeological park and synagogue and the two main towers of the castle
the Torre Alfonsina and the La Torre del Espolón
from where watchmen kept lookout over the Guadalentín valley for centuries
The visit begins at the synagogue at 11.00
followed by the Torre Alfonsina at 12.00 and the Torre Espolón at 13.00
all with audio guides in the language of your choice
it’s time for lunch at the Caballerizas del Castillo restaurant
with a starter to choose from tomato and feta cheese salad
rice with aubergines and soya or chicken curry samosas and a main course of either salmon in chraimeh sauce of roast lamb
The entire package is priced at 35 euros per person (free of charge for under 12s, menu not included) and bookings can be made online here
I heartily recommend the above article about Federico Lorca and Salvador Dali.I read the article before in the print issue of The G&L Review.I just knew Salvador Dali was an abstract painter,but I didn’t know about his gay past.Glad that Weho Online was able to reprint the article,so many thanks for the opportunity for local readers to see this
I love Dali’s surrealist paintings and I have read most of Garcia Lorca’s gorgeous work
This article made me understand and appreciate them even more
I didn’t know about their doomed love affair
25) premieres the ballet show Romance sonámbulo
by the poet from Granada Federico García Lorca
Romance sonámbulo is a poem full of dreamlike and dramatic images
which tells the story of an injured smuggler who seeks refuge in his lover’s house
the Main Hall of this theater will show this montage
which not only recreates the charm of this poem
but enriches it with a selection of other verses by the author
from his first creations in Book of Poems or Songs to his more mature writings in Diván del Tamarit or Poeta in New York
The performance explores recurring themes in the repertoire of the renowned poet from Granada
such as life and death or desire as an indomitable force
Directed and choreographed by Antonio Najarro and the selection of the playwright Alberto Conejero
the work is divided into five different pictures and also collects others from “his most oneiric poems
Crossed by the constant rumor of water (rivers
wells) in a kind of ‘delirant granadismo’
the erotic secret as wonderful and terrible
The ballet also highlights the influence of the three cultures that formed the Granada of Lorca: the Hispanic-Arab
This cultural melting pot gives rise to a staging that combines styles and techniques of Spanish dance
from the most intimate to the most spectacular
reflecting the richness and diversity of the Granada legacy
The live music band is composed by its own author, guitarist José Luis Montón, Thomas Potiron on violin, Juan Carlos Aracil with flute, Josue Barrés in charge of percussion, and María Mezcle offering her singing. More information and ticket purchase at this link.
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Mauricio Lorca has more than enough to keep him busy in his home region
he has worked his way to the topmost levels of Argentinian winemaking by focusing on his local terroirs
With spells at Catena Zapata and Luigi Bosca on his CV
he then launched a winery with business partner Enrique Foster in 2002
The creation of Bodega Foster Lorca cemented his place as one of Argentina’s most exciting winemakers
That has been proven by the string of awards and medals that has followed
While Mendoza has steadily gained a strong reputation for fine wine
who sees winemaking as an artistic pursuit
He therefore continues to make expressive Mendoza wines
particularly under the Mauricio Lorca Autor de Vinos range
his curiosity to explore has pushed him further
In a neat mirror image of the 16th Century first journey of Vitis vinifera over the Atlantic Ocean to Argentina
Lorca has crossed the Atlantic to bring his expertise to Europe
has been to explore the potential of two regions of Spain
a Denomiación de Origen (DO) in Atlantic-influenced Galicia
he has embraced the notion of ‘heroic viticulture’
The region is very different both to Mendoza and much of Spain – in fact
Galicia is often nicknamed ‘Green Spain’ for its verdant hills and dramatic landscapes
Those hills offer an appreciable challenge
Their steep inclines make viticulture exceptionally difficult
but also celebrates the heritage that it conveys
steep slopes and an Atlantic influence can create fresh
He crafts these using the central local grape variety
alongside other indigenous varieties such as Brancellao
but for a winemaker with such an artistic approach to viticulture
His second region of focus presents a distinct challenge
Castilla y León is much more associated with commercial winemaking
Its high elevation plateau encompasses several of Spain’s most prestigious winegrowing regions
but the vino de la tierra designation itself is often overlooked
a parallel between Castilla y León and Lorca’s home region
few people in the wine trade would infer from that fact that Mendoza is incapable of making fine wine
situated at 950 metres above sea level and planted in arid
While his work in the Ribeira Sacra emphasises tradition
in Castilla y León he also turns to innovation
he is supporting the resurgence of traditional grapes such as Albarin and Prieto Picudo
they are now recovering thanks to enthusiastic winemakers
showcases the native varieties through precision winemaking
is to preserve their natural acidity and aromatic complexity
spread over two continents would be daunting to many
Just as the artist will celebrate a diversity of mediums to inform their work
so too does Lorca celebrate a variety of terroirs and traditions to make better wines
but all in service of getting the best from each vineyard
Global Wine Masters judges tasted some of the Mauricio Lorca’s award-winning wines at The Global Malbec Masters 2024
refreshing and generous Malbec with notes of cherry
allied to flavours of cracked black pepper
along with a touch of spicy rocket leaf and then a firm
This delicious limited-edition Malbec is loaded with rich ripe red and dark berry fruit allied to a lovely combination of spicy green pepper and rucola
with a medium-weight feel and plenty of dry tannins to give it a slightly chewy texture and mouth-watering finish
serious Malbec is loaded with summer-pudding like characters of ripe red berry fruit
featuring a lingering note of dark chocolate and a fine
Selected from grapes from the winery’s two estate vineyards planted in 1919 and 1956 in Mayor Drummond and Las Compuertos
blackberries and dark cherries accented by tobacco and dark chocolate and spices
racy acidity and grainy tannins supporting the exquisite flavours
A wine suitable for roast guinea fowl with Asian black-bean sauce
A deeply-coloured and intensely-aromatic wine with inviting scents of dried herbs
One sip reveals layers of concentrated berry fruit flavours
A wine that makes a strong and favourable impression now
but also one with the power and balance to cellar for five to 10 years
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A 50-year-old man who went missing after the Ramonete ravine flooded in Lorca was found dead on the morning of March 3
His body was discovered near the river’s mouth
Authorities had been searching for him since Sunday afternoon
after his van was swept away by rising floodwaters
including the Guardia Civil and regional rescue services
Helicopters and police drones were deployed to scan the area
but poor weather conditions and high water levels made the operation challenging
The search focused on the areas of Los Curas and Puntas de Calnegre
where water levels remained dangerously high
he had lunch with friends before deciding to check on his livestock and greenhouses
He drove along a dirt path near the ravine
where heavy rain had already increased the water flow
Witnesses said he could have escaped on foot if he had left the van earlier
unaware of how quickly the water would rise
The floodwaters eventually carried him away before anyone could reach him
The news of his death has devastated the Ramonete community
Neighbors describe him as a hardworking man whose life revolved around his farm
His livestock and greenhouses were his livelihood
and he had worked in agriculture since leaving school
including a son studying engineering in Valencia
the Lorca Town Hall has declared three days of official mourning
A minute of silence will be observed in Plaza de España
The town has also suspended all celebratory events as a mark of respect for the victim and his grieving family
Authorities have urged residents to remain cautious around flooded areas and avoid risky crossings during heavy rain
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fresh off a win at the Georgia State Theatre Conference
are preparing to present Federico García Lorca’s one-act play
a Spanish classic known for its themes of love
This emotionally charged production will run from October 24-26
Bodas de Sangre tells the tragic story of a bride torn between two lovers
Lorca’s poetic language weaves through the narrative
demanding that the cast tap into the deep emotions of the characters
while also navigating the play's intricate structure
this production represents both a bold artistic choice and a meaningful way to connect with the school’s growing Hispanic community
recognized that this was the perfect year to tackle Lorca’s play
“This is the year I found myself with a group of students I knew could take on this play and run with it
and transitions are complicated and layered.”
Bodas de Sangre is more than just a challenging text—it is a piece that connects the students with the Hispanic culture represented in the play
“I chose the play because I love Federico and his poetry and his poetic sensibility,” Poole says
“I also wanted to involve the Hispanic Spanish-speaking community
With around 100 new Latin families joining Savannah Arts Academy this year
Poole saw this play as a way to celebrate that heritage
Lorca’s work resonates with the themes of tradition
community and passion that are central to the Spanish and Hispanic experience
has been tempered by unexpected challenges
The cast and crew lost seven critical rehearsals due to hurricanes Helene and Milton
which caused school closures and disruptions
“The students have had to forsake their fall break for rehearsals and tech week,” Poole shares
sacrificing their time off to ensure that the play was ready for its local run and an important competition
to compete in the Georgia Theater Conference’s Ray Horne Theater Festival
where the earned the top prize and will represent Georgia at the upcoming Southeastern Theatre Conference (SETC) in Baltimore
rehearsals are where the play comes together
but it is the live audience that brings the production to life
and the energy from the crowd helps performers reach new heights
“Theater students often say that while rehearsal is where the magic is made
a live audience is essential to bring it to life,” Poole notes
This connection with the audience is especially important for Bodas de Sangre
a play that allows the 16 cast members to delve into the raw emotions of love
who reflect the turmoil in the story by creating a moody atmosphere with lighting
staging Bodas de Sangre is about more than just showcasing student talent; it is also about honoring the work of one of Spain’s most iconic playwrights
Lorca’s writing is famous for its emotional depth and its exploration of universal themes like love
and loss through the lens of magical realism
“There’s something timeless about Lorca,” Poole says
and fate are as relevant today as they were when he wrote the play
The music that accompanies the play is also powerful and beautiful.”
Poole’s hope is that the production will resonate not only with Savannah’s general theatergoers but also with the Latin community
particularly the new families who have joined the school this year
By performing a play that is so deeply rooted in Spanish culture
the students are engaging with a rich tradition while also making it accessible to their peers and audience members who may be encountering Lorca’s work for the first time
the SAA students are hard at work refining every detail of their performances
they are ready to take on the emotional and technical demands of Bodas de Sangre for their performances in Savannah
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Lorca Hart grew up in Taos and loves to return for annual performances as well as for friends
He was deeply inspired by teacher/mentor Albert “Tootie” Heath
Lorca Hart has focused on the art and craft of drumming
SF Jazz and many other musical clinics and workshops
Hart has performed in a vast array of musical settings
working with many of the West Coast’s (and beyond) finest artists including Bobby Hutcherson
actor/musicians Jeff Goldblum and Peter Weller
featuring Josh Nelson and Edwin Livingston
He has performed and recorded with some of the most respected names in jazz and beyond
has performed and/or recorded with an amazing roster of jazz greats
Los Hombres Calientes (Grammy-nominated Latin Jazz album)
is a sought-after sideman performing in multiple musical styles — from jazz
He has also performed with pop icons Patti LaBelle
This stellar lineup will be at the TCA this weekend
$25 for members of Taos Jazz Bebop Society and the TCA and per family with kids
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The spectacular Semana Santa processions of the city of Lorca are almost upon us once again and although tickets for seats alongside the main procession route are no longer available – they were sold out weeks ago
apparently – there’s still a chance to book your spot for the first two parades of the week
on Friday of Sorrows (April 11) and Palm Sunday (April 13)
The prices of these seats are set this year at 9 euros
an increase which reflects the huge demand as visitors flock to Lorca to see an event which has been awarded International Tourist Interest status due to the colour and spectacle with which the city celebrates Holy Week
Ticket sales begin on Monday March 31 at the headquarters of the Paso Blanco and Paso Azul brotherhoods, in the convent-churches of Santo Domingo and San Francisco
The collision of classical music—especially opera—and contemporary dance is a spark that has ignited some of the most innovative and boundary-pushing performances in modern art
This creative interplay thrives in the realm of dance-theater
where the precise discipline of movement meets the raw
Visionaries like Pina Bausch revolutionized this fusion
weaving intricate human emotions into physical expressions that deeply resonate
Her groundbreaking work continues to inspire iconic companies such as Mark Morris Dance Group
the dynamic relationship between opera and dance-theater remains a fertile ground for experimentation
delivering performances that captivate the eye and stir the soul
This vision comes to life in “The Night and The Moon,” the latest production by The Opera Atelier (TOA)
a Miami-based organization that has spent years redefining opera with innovative
performances and educational programs designed for children and youth with an interest in the genre
TOA aims to capture the attention of younger audiences
many of whom may not yet be familiar with the complexity and grandeur of traditional opera
“The Night and The Moon” is an ambitious double-feature program that brings opera and contemporary dance together on a single stage
fostering a creative dialogue between these two art forms
the performance includes Haydn’s “Ariadna in Naxos,” featuring mezzo-soprano Patricia Arcadí and pianist Daniel Daroca
showcases a choreographic work inspired by Federico García Lorca’s “Romancero Gitano.” This segment merges spoken word and movement
performed by Spanish artists Carmen Werner and Leyson Ponce
both renowned figures in contemporary dance and choreography
15 in two iconic Miami venues: the Miami Beach Community Church and the Sanctuary of the Arts in Coral Gables
“We launched TOA here in Miami in 2012 with the goal of deconstructing opera’s complex artistic language and incorporating elements like contemporary dance
“The idea is to experiment and enrich the experience of opera by offering fresh perspectives
highlights that declining opera audiences have become a global challenge
well-established companies with significant resources and prestige but also medium- and small-scale organizations
“Our drive has been to stage classical opera
integrating elements that resonate with today’s society
all while preserving the core essence of opera,” says Solórzano
This vision has led this group of opera enthusiasts to also explore unconventional venues outside the traditional performance circuit
Their productions have been staged in various public spaces
churches and in “la Sala Santa Cecilia,” a hidden gem inside the Manuel Artime Theater
The company’s repertoire also reflects its innovative approach
with productions such as “Homage to Maria Callas,” “Frau Haydn in Trouble” and “Don Pasquale 2.0.” Future projects include proposals such as “Recuerdos de la Alhambra,” “Teresa Carreño: The Valkyrie of the Piano” and other interesting creations that seek to keep opera relevant and accessible
Another point for the organization is how they seamlessly blend international talent with local artistry
where Spanish choreographers and dancers share the stage with singers and musicians
Around 90 percent of the artists we work with are local
with only 10 percent coming from abroad,” says Xiomara Ponce
Its presentations are divided into two annual seasons
generally unified by a central theme that guides each program
My Love,” a tribute to the richness and exuberance of Hispanic American culture
“We believe it is important to highlight the creativity of Spanish and Hispanic American artists
we want to reconnect the public with the relationships between Giacomo Rossini
as well as their link to the Countess of Merlin
key figures in the development of the bel canto style,” explains Jorge Arcila
each season’s events connect like an Ariadne’s thread
creating a fluid path in which one proposal leads to the next
“This is not the first time we explore fusions
but we always try to make the transitions as organically as possible
Those ‘seams’ must be invisible so as not to interrupt the experience or distract the viewer,” he assures
Arcila also reflects on the current challenges of opera
we seem to have lost some patience as an audience
That’s why we want to be concise and maintain artistic coherence from beginning to end
with no breaks that might turn off the viewer
We are here to make the audience fall in love with opera again,” he says
This sense of fluidity is central to TOA’s artistic approach
particularly in its efforts to merge opera and dance-theater
“My training as a choreographer at Pina Bausch’s school in Germany deeply emphasized the importance of organic transitions within choreography,” explains Ponce
and I share an artistic language that seamlessly integrates both disciplines
“In ‘La Noche y La Luna,’ we do not aim to literally depict Lorca’s texts but rather to interpret his metaphors and poetic imagery
These are transformed into theatrical actions where the body takes center stage
staying true to the principles of dance-theater.”
The seasoned dancer and choreographer emphasized the pivotal role of the mezzo-soprano in the production
“Her body is fundamental—it serves as the unifying element that anchors and connects the entire performance
Carmen and I have drawn inspiration from the rich poetic landscape and the profound metaphorical layers within Lorca’s text
This process could be described as a hermeneutic endeavor
though it is interpreted and expressed through the language of movement
This conceptual framework has been our foundation and starting point,” he elaborates
This creative process involves intense teamwork
experimenting with specific atmospheres and developing movement structures and phrases that are then reviewed and adjusted to shape the choreographic discourse
Each scene might seem like a potpourri of genres and styles
but they are carefully linked by a theatrical and performative thread that gives meaning to the work,” adds Ponce
will construct his or her own fable from the experience.”
WHAT: The Opera Atelier presents “The Night and the Moon: Opera Meets Dance”
INFORMATION: 786-560-6845 or theoperaatelier.org
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Federico García Lorca is considered one of the most important Spanish poets and playwrights of the last century.
This week, in time for Hispanic Heritage Month, students on our campus - the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga - are performing his play “Blood Wedding,” as the first production of the new season at UTC Theatre Co, directed by Steve Ray.
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September is a month of festivities in Lorca and following the “Feria Chica”
which is based around the feast day of the Virgen de las Huertas on the 8th of the month
During the fiestas there is a wide variety of entertainment to suit all ages and practically all tastes
the Feramur arts and crafts fair (which opens to the public on September 22) and of course the main evening funfair at the Recinto Ferial at the Parque Huerto de la Rueda
a large triangular piece of land by the riverside on the edge of the city
where many of the other events also take place
this year once again a “Feria de Mediodía”
opens on most days at 13.00 in the historic city centre
with plenty of attractions and live music for both adults and kiddies.
Other highlights include the annual exhibition of horse-drawn carriages and traps
music festivals and the processions of the figure of Nuestra Señora La Real de las Huertas on September 22 and 29
The schedule of events during the 2024 Feria Grande de Lorca includes the following:
21.00: Opening and switching on of the lights at the fairground in the Huerto de la Rueda
22.30: DEPOL live in concert in the Huerto de la Rueda
Midnight: DJ music at the Huerto de la Rueda
12.30: Traditional regional folk music and dancing with Coros y Danzas de Lorca in Plaza Calderón
13.00: Tapas in the city centre at the Feria de Mediodía
13.00: Musical parade with the “Charanga Blanca” in Plaza de España
Plaza Arcoíris and Plaza Calderón until 16.30
13.00 to 19.00: Crèche in the garden of Casa de Guevara for children between 3 and 12
16.30 to 20.00: Bouncy castles and games for children between 3 and 12 in Calle Lope Gisbert next to the Casa de Guevara
18.00: The Feria de Mediodía with music from Supersónicos in Plaza de España
Odissey in the Glorieta de San Vicente and DJS in the Plaza Real
18.00: The fairground attractions and stalls open at the funfair at the Huerto de la Rueda
22.30: Live concert by “PARA SIEMPRE”
11.00: Procession of the figure of Nuestra Señora Santa María la Real de las Huertas from her sanctuary to the church of San José
accompanied by the Banda de Música de Lorca
Musical Mass is held on arrival at San José
12.00: The 18th annual exhibition of horse-drawn carriages and traps at the bullring of Sutullena
12.00: The fairground attractions and stalls open at the funfair at the Huerto de la Rueda
13.00: Musical parade with the “El Mono Mecánico” charanga in Plaza de España
18.00: Bullfighting in the ring in Sutullena
18.00: Live music at the Feria de Mediodía in Plaza de España
a Manuel Carrasco tribute concert at the Huerto de la Rueda
18.00: “Los cuentos de la abuela”
children’s theatre in the Plaza Real
A special coupon (“bono”) is available which allows all rides for just 2 euros each from 18.00 to 22.00
from the 23rd to 26th “quiet hour” lasts from 18.00 to 21.00
18.00: Magician Pedro Lucas in the Plaza Real
21.30: A night of copla songs with MARISOL SEGURA and VERÓNICA LOZANO
accompanied by dancer JOSÉ DAVID SÁNCHEZ TERRONES
22.30: ‘PENÚLTIMO TRIBUTO’
19.30: Live concert by children’s singer LUCRECIA in the bullring
20.30: Concert by the Banda de Música de Lorca in the Plaza Real
21.30: CONCIERTO METAL LORCA with Barón Rojo
an AC/DC tribute act at the Huerto de la Rueda
12.00: The opening of the 40th annual FERAMUR arts and crafts fair at the Ifelor venue. Click here for further details
18.00: Live music in the Plaza de España
Plaza Arcoíris and Glorieta de San Vicente
18.30: Story telling with the “Lorca
Ciudad de Cuento” event in the Plaza Real
22.30: ISABEL AAIÚN live in concert at the Huerto de la Rueda
12.00: The FERAMUR fair opens for the day at the Recinto Ferial IFELOR
22.30: MIKEL IZAL in concert at the bullring. Tickets 20 euros available at the Teatro Guerra or online here
12.00: Horse ride starting at the bullring of Sutullena along Alameda de Cervantes
and back to the bullring along Alameda de los Tristes
19.00: LGTBIQ+ Feria de Lorca event with live music by “Ojete Picor” in the Plaza Arcoíris
22.30: ABRAHAM MATEO live in concert at the bullring in Sutullena. Tickest 10 euros from the Teatro Guerra or online here
Midnight: SUNFEST festival with DJ music from DIEGO CANO
11.00: The figure of Nuestra Señora Santa María la Real de las Huertas is carried back in procession from the church of San José hasta to her sanctuary
again accompanied by the Banda de Música de Lorca
12.00: The last day of the FERAMUR arts and crafts fair begins at the IFELOR venue
12.00: Mock bull run for children between the Plaza de España and the bull ring of Sutullena
13.00: Musical parade with the “Los Festivos” charanga in Plaza de España
12.00: The fairground attractions and stalls open for the last time at the funfair at the Huerto de la Rueda
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