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Let go your inner rhythm on River Stage this summer
National Theatre’s River Stage is back on the South Bank, showcasing amazing performances including Hofesh Shechter Company.
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Yumi La Blanca
- Jun 12
- 2 min
Feeling uplifted at Wandsworth Arts Fringe
Wandsworth Arts Fringe Festival kicked off with an outdoor promenade performance and flamenco in the beautiful building of RAD.
Yumi La Blanca
- Apr 24
- 1 min
My little playlist - Sevillanas for chilling (2)
April is the month of ‘Feria de Abril’ when flamenco aficionados enjoy dancing Sevillanas, but we can also appreciate the music as is.
Yumi La Blanca
- Apr 10
- 1 min
La Saeta al Cristo de los Gitanos
As ‘Semana Santa’ started on 10th April, we share the belief in the power of arts through the profoundness of Saeta.
Yumi La Blanca
- Apr 3
- 2 min
Jacksons Lane - reopened and rejuvenated
Jacksons Lane has been reborn as a charming and attractive new cultural hub.
Yumi La Blanca
- Mar 27
- 1 min
World Theatre Day
World Theatre Day marks its 60th anniversary on 27th March, celebrating the power of performing arts and shared humanity.
Yumi La Blanca
- Mar 13
- 1 min
Cultural Diversity at Dance Around the World 2022
Dance Around the World is back in Cecil Sharp House, hosting a diverse range of dance performances and multicultural communication.
Yumi La Blanca
- Feb 27
- 1 min
Singing for peace in flamenco styles - el Día de Andalucía
Celebrating Andalusia Day on 28th February, the regional anthem sung in flamenco styles will resonate with our universal hope for peace.
Yumi La Blanca
- Feb 13
- 3 min
Ballet for Figure Skating, Figure Skating for Ballet - Reciprocal influences
Ballet has strongly influenced the artistry of figure skating, but figure skating has also inspired the world of ballet.
Yumi La Blanca
- Feb 6
- 3 min
Reminiscing about the golden history of British Figure Skating - The Beijing 2022
As the Beijing 2022 has kicked off, we reminisce about two British gold medalists in Figure Skating history: Robin Cousins and John Curry.
Yumi La Blanca
- Jan 16
- 1 min
Celebrating Dance, for Parkinson’s and for everyone
The 10th anniversary of Dance for Parkinson’s programme reminds us of the power of dancing for everyone.
Yumi La Blanca
- Jan 9
- 3 min
Being at home, being in a theatre - Revisiting the theme of audienceship
In the era of flourishing online contents, we consider what the theatre-going audience can do to respect the culture in a real sense.
Yumi La Blanca
- Dec 12, 2021
- 1 min
Invitation to an Illustrative Christmas - Illustrators’ Fair 2021
Illustrators’ Fair is finally back as an in-person event on Saturday 18th December.
Yumi La Blanca
- Oct 31, 2021
- 2 min
Hidden Andalusia in Barcelona - Los Juanele and the culture of Sevillanas
During our first holiday after the pandemic, we revisited Los Juanele, a hidden flamenco gem in Barcelona.
Yumi La Blanca
- Oct 24, 2021
- 2 min
Reminiscing the Spanish flavour - Pasodoble music (2)
Although Pasodoble can be danced to other music, we would prefer to have Spanish flavour in its music too.
Yumi La Blanca
- Oct 17, 2021
- 2 min
Passion for the Spanish stereotype - Pasodoble music (1)
Pasodoble or Paso Doble is a popular style in ballroom dancing and assumed as typical Spanish, but there is more cultural richness in it.
Yumi La Blanca
- Oct 10, 2021
- 2 min
Wearing the weight of Spanish heritage - ‘Hybrida’ at Bow Open Show
Among many inspiring artworks at Bow Open Show, I was particularly fascinated with 'Hybrida', the dress-sculpture on a Spanish theme.
Yumi La Blanca
- Oct 3, 2021
- 2 min
Embracing Rainy Days - ‘La Gata Bajo La Lluvia’ and Flamenco
Rainy days can be inspiring - embracing the song 'La Gata Bajo La Lluvia' and its adaptations in flamenco
Yumi La Blanca
- Sep 26, 2021
- 2 min
At Dawn It Shines - The radiation of ‘Al Alba’ in Spanish Music
Having a historic connection to a specific date of 27th September, ‘Al Alba’ is a supreme song to be adored anytime, anyday.
Yumi La Blanca
- Sep 19, 2021
- 2 min
Illustrators’ Fair returns - the peaceful excitement of a virtual festivity
Illustrators' Fair is back as a virtual event, giving us an opportunity to embrace creativity.