July 31st, 2008
Madrid’s Fall Festival
Over the next few weeks, you’ll find the city of Madrid dressed up in its finest. The Veranos de la Villa festival features puppetry, dance, theatre, and music. Here are a few of the acts you’ll find in the month of August:
Duke Ellington Ballet
Famed choreographer Roland Petit has brought jazz to a ballet stage. Do not miss this dance interpretation of all your favorite Ellington standards, including “Take the ‘A’ Train,” and “It Don’t Mean a Thing.”
Lole Montoya
Fans of flamenco music will be thrilled with a performance by Lole Montoya. This flamboyant singer mixes North African melodies and beats with traditional Spanish flair.
Yamato: The Drummers of Japan
Rave reviews have been bestowed on these young Japanese performers, and their shows never fail to amaze audiences. Exhilarating rhythms and a dance-like stage presence are what gives Yamato the edge.
