Yumi La Blanca
Seeking the joy of dancing flamenco - am I going to perform again?
Do I need to rebuild my motivation to dance in public again, or not...? I'm in the search of finding an answer.
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Yumi La Blanca
Sep 5, 20213 min read
London as a Dancing City - Revitalising the culture at GDIFestival 2021
The diverse creativity at GDIFestival 2021 revitalises the arts and culture in London.
Yumi La Blanca
Aug 29, 20213 min read
How I’ve come out of near-depression through flamenco, almost
Feeling re-energised by the return of the Peña Flamenca de Londres, lovely memories with Sherrill Wexler, reunion with Gemma de la Cruz.
Yumi La Blanca
Aug 22, 20212 min read
Inspirations from the guitarist Jorge Bravo
As the Peña Flamenca de Londres finally welcomes back live audiences, I'll share a brief memoir of the guitarist Jorge Bravo.
Yumi La Blanca
Aug 15, 20212 min read
Reimagined story, reimagined cinema - ‘Josee, the Tiger and the Fish’
The celebrated rediscovery of our cinema-going culture with the beautiful animation film 'Josee, the Tiger and the Fish'.
Yumi La Blanca
Aug 8, 20212 min read
Relaxation through theatrical excitement - Visiting The Theatre Cafe with fresh eyes
The excitement and relaxation at the Theatre Cafe can provide a good reinitiation to recover our theatre-going culture.
Yumi La Blanca
Aug 1, 20212 min read
High culture in the street - The Royal Opera House is unlocked for recovery
The Royal Opera House has been unlocked to an open-house free festivity with a hope of recovery after the lockdown.
Yumi La Blanca
Jul 25, 20214 min read
Modest and charming - The opening ceremony of Tokyo 2020
The opening ceremony of the Tokyo Olympic Games was a humble yet elegant performing art, reflecting the mood of the difficult times.
Yumi La Blanca
Jul 18, 20212 min read
Now is ‘On Point’ - a centenary celebration and the long-awaited opening-up
A centenary anniversary to make you dance - a review of 'On Point' at V&A, celebrating the 100th of the Royal Academy of Dance.
Yumi La Blanca
Jul 11, 20212 min read
Cooling down in sports excitement - Torvill and Dean’s lifetime achievement award on ice
Taking the ongoing big sporting events aside, we celebrate the Lifetime Achievement Award for the British ice dancers, Torvill & Dean.
Yumi La Blanca
Jul 4, 20213 min read
Abanico Flamenco - the conceptual breeze in dance, guitar and cajón
'Abanico', a hand fan, not only gives a fresh breeze but also spreads out to disciplines of flamenco, such as dance, guitar and cajón.
Yumi La Blanca
Jun 27, 20212 min read
Celebrating one year anniversary with Spanish summer drinks
Baile Plus is celebrating its one year anniversary, while I'm resuming my dancing life. It's time for Spanish summer drinks.
Yumi La Blanca
Jun 20, 20213 min read
‘La Fête de la Musique’ and my initiation into flamenco music
21st June is not only the summer solstice but also the celebration day for music. We’ll revisit our favourite flamenco and more.
Yumi La Blanca
Jun 13, 20213 min read
Dancing with gratitude - ‘Balanchine and Robbins’ by the Royal Ballet
Regrowth of virtuosity, expression of joy, gratitude of companionship are the gift of the Royal Ballet’s ‘Balanchine and Robbins’.
Yumi La Blanca
Jun 6, 20213 min read
Un poquito de flamencology 6 - Alegrías
The joy of Alegrías blooms like a pure lotus flower growing through a muddy pond of sadness and pain.
Yumi La Blanca
May 30, 20212 min read
The 15th Commemoration of Rocío Jurado ‘La Más Grande’
For the 15th commemoration of the loss of Rocío Jurado on 1st June, we cherish some of her legendary performances.
Yumi La Blanca
May 23, 20213 min read
Flamenco in the Eurovision
Keeping the festive mood of the Eurovision 2021, let's dig into the fascinating history of flamenco and Spain in the past competitions.
Yumi La Blanca
May 16, 20212 min read
Walk along with flamenco music - National Walking Month
Enjoy the National Walking Month with a little curation of flamenco songs featuring the concept of walking.
Yumi La Blanca
May 9, 20212 min read
Elegance of ‘flamenco puro’ - Carmelilla Montoya
My personal tribute to Carmelilla Montoya, who sadly passed away on 4th May 2021.
Yumi La Blanca
May 1, 20211 min read
New flamenco portrait - ‘Duende Uzumaki’ by Mykadelica
Duende is inexplicable - but its essence is stylishly captured in the portrait ‘Duende Uzumaki’ by Mykadelica.
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