Warm Up this January with a Visit to Spain in Saskatchewan
at “Noche en Sevilla”!

Forget all about the cold weather outside when you step into “Noche en Sevilla” – a little part of Spain created right here in Saskatchewan, complete with authentic Spanish Tapas and live Flamenco entertainment.  Sample the culinary and artistic delights of Spain at this exciting dinner show presented by Kari Alba and Alma Flamenca!

Kari Alba, the artistic director of Alma Flamenca, has been living and breathing Flamenco for many years.  She actively promotes the art of Flamenco in Saskatoon through Alma Flamenca, the Flamenco school she founded in 2000.  Every year, Alma Flamenca hosts a fundraising dinner show, intended to raise the funds required to bring international guest Flamenco artists to Saskatoon for top-quality performances and workshops. This year, the fundraising dinner is entitled “Noche en Sevilla” – A Night in Seville.

“Noche en Sevilla” will feature many exciting performances by the students of Alma Flamenca, ranging from the fast and frenzied “Bulería” to the deep and solemn “Soleá”. Alba, recognized as an exceptional Flamenco performer for her impeccable technique and emotional expression, will perform a dazzling solo. Ali Golbabai, a talented and innovative guitarist from Calgary, makes his first appearance in Saskatchewan to provide live musical accompaniment for the dancers. Daniel Regnier, a budding local Flamenco guitarist, will accompany the performances of dancer Alice Kirchgesner.  Violinist Signe Bone will perform a unique Flamenco duet with Regnier on piano. Keith Meeking, a long-standing member of the Saskatoon Flamenco community, will provide his excellent percussion on the cajon. 

The Tapas meal featured at “Noche en Sevilla” will be catered by local Artisan Baker Tracey Muzzolini of Christie’s Mayfair Bakery (420 33rd St W) and acclaimed chef Elaina Asselin of Toronto. Also, local businesses Garden Architecture & Design (315 Avenue A S.) and Flowers by Fred (727-22nd St. West) will provide beautiful Spanish décor.  Alba’s husband, Alejandro Alba Molina, a native of Seville, Spain, will verify the authenticity of the Spanish cuisine and atmosphere, so you are certain to be surrounded by the true sights and sounds of Spain!

Seating for this enjoyable evening is limited, so don’t miss a chance to visit Spain on your doorstep. Tickets would make a wonderful Christmas gift for friends and family.  The show is Saturday, January 28^th, 2006, at St. Joseph’s Hall on the corner of 8^th Street and Broadway Avenue.  Doors open at 6:30 p.m., dinner begins at 7:00, and the dance show begins at 8:00.  Cash bar on site. Tickets for the dinner & show are $22.00, and are available at Broadway Theatre (652-6556), Dance Saskatchewan (931-8480) and Place Riel (966-6988).  Tickets for the show alone are $15.00, and a limited quantity will be available at the entrance (entrance permitted at 7:45 p.m.).  For more information, call the Alma Flamenca Hotline at 651-ALMA.

“Noche en Sevilla” is sponsored by Christie’s Mayfair Bakery, Garden Architecture & Design, and Flowers by Fred.

For further information, contact:

Kari Alba, Artistic Director, Alma Flamenca

Phone: (306) 651-ALMA

Email: alba_flamenco@hotmail.com 

Website: www.albaflamenco.com