Eastern
Dance meets Flamenco
Nationwide Tour
Riverbank Arts Centre Newbridge
Saturday 24th May
8.00pm (Tickets €12 / €10)
Workshop (1.00 – 3.00 pm) Tickets €20
Booking 045 448333
boxoffice@riverbank.ie
This
is a two hour performance of rhythmic traditional and modern dance
from Egypt, Turkey, Greece, Tunisia, Lebanon, a journey through
the East with haunting melodies, its passion, its endlessly moving
kaleidoscope of colourful costumes and a chance to explore this
unique and mystical ancient art form.
Yasmina, born in France of Eastern origin, has been based
in Dublin since 1984 and is the pioneer of this dance form in Ireland.
She has performed with U2 on their Zooropa Tour in 1993, with Kila,
De Jimbe, and the Greek singer Demis Roussos.
Ana O’Malley-Castellanos is the founder and artistic
director of Flamenco Y Mas, the Spanish Dance Company based in Dublin.
She is a dancer and choreographer who gives workshops and weekly
classes in Dublin city centre.
Ana attained her BFA in Dance at the University of the Arts in
Philadelphia. She also suited at Ballet Hispanico, New York. Some
of her credits include performing with the Philadelphia Civic Ballet,
Camerata Opera Theatre, Latin Fiesta and Flamenco Ole, as well as
with Flamenco guitarists Carlos Rubio and Juana Martin. Ana has
also appeared on RTE and TV3 as well as performing at many Festivals.
The show is produced and choreographed by Yasmina. With the expanding
cultural interest in Ireland, Yasmina has been working with her
musicians for many years to create her unique style. The dancers,
who have been studying Eastern Dance for many years, are chosen
from her School and have gained significant stage experience through
Yasmina’s regular shows.
For further information, please contact Catríona
or Gráinne on
(045) 448314/5 or by e-mail at artscentre@riverbank.ie