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Spanish Cultural PrograM Fall/Winter
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Little by little the days are getting shorter and chillier, and the wind is already carrying the first leaves of the season. There's no denying that Fall is here and with it a renewed appetite for indoor pleasures, a warm cup of coffee, a good book, or a great movie.
Spain arts & culture is more than happy to accompany you along the lengthy winter road. This season's program is loaded with everything you may want on those long dark evenings.
Spanish cinema will receive special attention with more than 20 Spanish Film Festivals across the country, an accurate reflection of what is now probably the most diverse and attractive film industry in Europe producing everything from comedies to thrillers, sci-fi and even westerns. It is no coincidence that Spain's cinema has also produced a growing number of international names such as Pedro Almodóvar, Antonio Banderas, Penélope Cruz, Javier Bardem, or Alejandro Amenábar. In addition to cinema, this season's program will once again bear our signature blend of tradition and modernity with major heritage exhibitions, such as the wonderful Pastrana Tapestries at the National Gallery, alongside the newest work from avant-garde Spanish visual and performing artists We are convinced that our Spain arts & culture 2011 Fall-Winter catalogue has something for everyone and lots of "Spanish" warmth to keep the autumn gloom away.
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SPAIN RED is a unique platform that connects Spaniards working in the cultural and creative fields within the US (including visual artists, playwrights, architects, designers, musicians, writers, filmmakers, producers, distributors, editors, managers, curators, researchers, etc.). This network is available 24/7 from any public or private location where creation, distribution, or management of cultural assets is taking place. Highly sophisticated and easily managed by its members, this useful site functions as a social network, a digital cultural archive and a dynamic database.
SPAIN RED's main goal is to bring visibility and promote projects taking place in the arts industry, as well as to develop, share and encourage a network of information for all those interested in contemporary Spanish culture. SPAIN RED aims to revolutionize communication among cultural professionals in the US and enhance the development of new synergies in collaborative projects, by putting control directly into the hands of its members, so that the best ideas can see the light of day. SPAIN RED is an innovative way of understanding and creating culture, with a passion for feeling and living the arts. Your enrollment and participation is crucial for the success of this vital network that will firmly impact your career, by increasing your promotion and heightening your visibility in the US. Javier Iturralde de Bracamonte Executive Director, The Line Between
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Today, networking means having the ability to tap into hundreds of relevant connections with just the click of a button. Millions of professionals already turn to broad-based networking sites like LinkedIn, with more than 100 million users in March 2011, to swap job details and contact information. With this free reign comes many opportunities, namely, the chance to connect with people, inspire them with your projects and ideas, and gather information that can directly help you and your career.
Racalmuto, Sicilia, 1979 © Jordi Socías
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Spanish Cinema: A Journey Into The Unknown Diego Galรกn Diego Galรกn is a leading expert on Spanish cinema and former director of the San Sebastian Film Festival.
Spanish cinema is generally less known outside of Spain, or at least outside of Europe and Latin America, despite the fact that various Spanish actors and directors have won awards at international film festivals, or have achieved international acclaim. Among these celebrities are of course the directors Pedro Almodóvar and Alejandro Amenábar, as well as the actors Penélope Cruz and Javier Bardem, all of whom have won at least an Oscar. However, people tend to forget others such as Luis Buñuel, who won the 1973 Oscar for Best Foreign Language Film for 'The Discrete Charm of the Bourgeoisie' (El discreto encanto de la burguesía). This award led to a legendary dinner at the house of George Cukor with admirers of Buñuel's films such as John Ford, Alfred Hitchcock, Billy Wilder, William Wyler, Rouben Mamoulian, Robert Wise, George Stevens, and Robert Mulligen, all of whom were leaders of the North American film industry at the time. Likewise, the director Carlos Saura is not included in the current lists of famous Spanish film personalities, although his films Mamá cumple cien años ('Mama turns 100', 1979), Carmen (1983), and Tango, no me dejes nunca ('Tango', 1998) were all nominated for the same Oscar that Buñuel won in 1973. He is also the author of a fascinating and intimate manuscript for which he has received various proposals to turn into a Hollywood film, all of which he has rejected: 'If I can make the films I want to make in Spain, why would I make them in other countries?'
Lope © Antena 3 Films, El Toro Pictures, Ikiru Films yConspiraçao Filmes
Using the Oscars as a point of reference, we must mention José Luis Garci, who won the Oscar for Best Foreign Language Film in 1982 for Volver a empezar ('To Begin Again'), and was later nominated on three other occasions for Sesión continua ('Double Feature', 1984), Asignatura aprobada ('Course Completed', 1987) and El abuelo ('The Grandfather', 1998). One would also have to consider Fernando Trueba who won the same Oscar in 1994 for Belle époque ('The Age of Beauty') and in his acceptance speech said to the surprise of the audience, 'I would like to believe in God in order to thank him, but I just believe in Billy Wilder so… Thank you Mr. Wilder.' Last but not least, we note the artistic director Gil Parrondo, who won the Oscar for Best Artistic Direction for Patton (1970) and 'Nicholas and Alexandra' (Nicolás y Alejandra, 1971), both directed by Franklin J. Schaffner, and was nominated a third time in 1972 for 'Travels with My Aunt' (Viajes con mi tía), directed by George Cukor. But these people are a thing of the past in Hollywood, like actress Sarita Montiel who abandoned
Hollywood after being reclaimed in the internationally successful Spanish production El último cuplé ('The Last Torch Song'), just as she was becoming famous. She starred in 'Vera Cruz' (Veracruz, 1954) next to Gary Cooper and Burt Lancaster, 'Serenade' (Dos pasiones y un amor, 1954) alongside Mario Lanza and Joan Fontaine and 'Run of the Arrow' (Yuma, 1957) with Rod Steiger and Brian Keith. Nowadays one of the best known and prolific Spaniards in Hollywood films is the actor and director Antonio Banderas, while actors such as Paz Vega, Elena Anaya, Elsa Pataky and Santiago Segura have made only passing appearances in North American films.
Chico & Rita © Fernando Trueba P.C.S.A Estudio Mariscal S.A Magic Light Pictures
However, the objective of this article is not to discuss the triumphs or failures of the past, but to highlight present day Spanish cinema. Over the past couple years numerous young directors have moved to the forefront of Spanish cinema, with a great capacity to create stories giving their pictures prominence or rather distancing themselves from the literary influence that prevailed in the works of their predecessors. The director Álex de la Iglesia noted on one occasion that when he was young, he would sit down and fixate on the TV after returning from school. Even at a young age he was able to discern if a show was informative or for children, or if he was viewing commercials or one of Ignmar Bergman's films. He focused on images that fascinated him and in which he could lose himself to the point where they fused with the images in his mind. If you watch recent movies directed by Álex de la Iglesia including among others El día de la bestia ('The Day of the Beast'), Perdita Durango ('Dance with the Devil') (based on the novel by Barry Gifford), Los crímenes de Oxford ('The Oxford Murders'), and Balada triste de trompeta ('The Last Circus'), you will understand his vision. His cultural formation is based fundamentally in imagery, and his own films are an amalgam of visual fantasies that display a clear modernity and strength. Álex de la Iglesia shares with other young Spanish filmmakers the same visual education background, and the tendency to adopt classic film genres as a form of expression. Alejandro Amenábar is a clear example of this. 'The Others' (Los otros) starring Nicole Kidman is influenced by Alfred Hitchcock, while the academy award winning 'The Sea Inside' (Mar adentro) starring Javier Bardem, or 'Agora' (Ágora), his most recent film starring Rachel Weisz, has influences from social drama or historical action genres.
El Orfanato © Rodar y Rodar, Telecinco Cinema
The new tendencies of Spanish film are distributed among various genres, principally film noir, horror, and comedy. At the margins of the industry, other independent filmmakers with personal works are standing out at international film festivals. Among them are José Luis Guerín (Inisfree, 1990; En construcción ('Work in Progress'), 2001; En la ciudad de Sylvia ('In the City of Sylvia'), 2007), Jaime Rosales (La soledad ('Solitary Fragments'), 2007; Tiro en la cabeza ('Bullet in the Head'), 2008), Javier Rebollo (Lo que sé de Lola, 2006; La mujer sin piano ('Women Without Piano'), 2009), and Isaki Lacuesta (Los condenados ('The Condemned'), 2009; La noche que no acaba ('All Night Long'), 2010, about the experiences of Ava Gardner during her time in Spain.
Considering the number of films recently produced in Spain, the amount of thrillers is considerable. The influence of film noir is very noticeable in the films of Enrique Urbizu (La caja 507 ('Box 507'), 2002), Jorge Sánchez-Cabezudo (La noche de los girasoles ('The Night of the Sunflowers'), 2006), and Daniel Monzón (La caja Kovak ('The Kovak Box'), 2006, and especially the extraordinarily successful Celda 211 ('Cell 211'), 2009, which, with references to films of the 30's and 40's, tries to denounce the corruption of our country. Notwithstanding, 'Buried' (Enterrado) (Rodrigo Cortés, 2010) is one of the most notable films of the last few years.
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We should acknowledge that some of these films have inspired the North American film industry to produce remakes. Among others, Abre los ojos ('Open Your Eyes'), directed by Alejandro Amenábar, was remade into 'Vanilla Sky', directed by Cameron Crowe, which starred Tom Cruise in the leading role. Likewise, REC was remade into 'Quarantine' (Cuarentena), directed by John Erick. On the other hand Spanish directors such as Juan Carlos Fresnadillo ('28 Weeks Later' (28 semanas después) or 'Intruders') and Luis Alejandro Berdejo ('The New Daughter' (La otra hija) starring Kevin Costner) have achieved great success in Hollywood alongside those who have come to the end of their contracts. The comedy of manners has been a classic genre in Latin American and Italian cinema for years. Although it generally develops in the native language of the locale, it has managed to cross borders into the Anglo-Saxon world. It suffices to recall the fame that actors Marcelo
Mastroianni and Sofia Loren gained in the United States. Considering Spanish cinema once again, Pedro Almodóvar returns to the forefront as someone who, sharing his personal troubles, has conquered the whole world. The rights to Mujeres al borde de un ataque de nervios ('Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown') were acquired to produce a Hollywood remake that in the end was never finished. However, it was remade into a musical comedy that opened on Broadway in 2010. Many other Spanish directors have followed Almodóvar's style, or at least have intended to, while others remain in the traditional line of comedy. The term traditional, however, is a contradiction in itself when telling stories that take place in the present, generally about the trials of adolescent love. Santiago Segura stands out as someone who has produced dark comedies about the anti-heroe Torrente that have been shown in various countries. His first film, Torrente el brazo tonto de la ley ('The Dumb Arm of the Law') (1998), has been especially successful. In this summary I review contemporary Spanish film, but one cannot ignore the presence of international actors and directors in films of Spanish origin. To cite some cases, Viggo Mortensen in the super-production 'Alatriste' (Alatriste de Arturo Pérez-Reverte) (Agustín Díaz Yanes, 2006), Benicio del Toro in 'Che' (Che:Guerrilla) (Steven Soderbergh, 2008), Christian Bale in 'The Machinist' (El maquinista) (Brad Anderson, 2004) and Natalie Portman alongside Javier Bardem in 'Goya's Ghost' (Los fantasmas de Goya (Milos Forman, 2006). And then there are Woody Allen's Spanish productions 'Vicky Cristina Barcelona' (2008), 'You Will Meet a Tall Dark Stranger' (Conocerás al hombre de tus sueños) (2010), and 'Midnight in Paris' (2010).
They say, and with reason, that current Spanish cinema is one of the most varied on the world stage. The different themes reflected in Spanish films (even more diverse than those previously mentioned), the vivacity of the actors, When and the fresh imagination of directors and screenwriters Xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx together attract international audiences more so than Where those solely within Spain. Although not all Spanish films XxxxxxxxxxxLlocMuseu achieve international recognition, neither do those of other Adreçaxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx countries. The opposite would be a miracle. ¤ MAP
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CINEMA SEVERAL CITIES Fall 2011-Winter 2012
Cinema Activities fall /Winter WINDOW TO SPAIN New York The Commissioner of Spanish Film, Marta Sánchez, will present a series of Spanish movies and short films for 6 months. When June 24 – December Where / TBA www.spainculturenewyork.org
Adolfo Arrieta Film Series New York Film series by Spanish director Adolfo Arrieta in collaboration with Microsocope Gallery and Anthology Film Archives. When September WHERE Microscope Gallery +info www.microscopegallery.com
GOOD MORNING FREEDOM! Spanish Cinema After Franco Washington, d.c. A series about the cinema produced in Spain from the beginning of democracy (1976) to the end of the 80s, including the 'Movida Madrileña'. September 9 – 21 AFI Silver Theatre and Cultural Center +info www.afi.com/silver/new/ When
SECOND PERUVIAN CONTEMPORARY FILM SHOWCASE New York A selection of films from Peru including documentaries, shorts and full-length features. When September 14, 21 & 28, October 5 » 6:30 p.m. WHERE Instituto Cervantes New York +info www.nyork.cervantes.es
CINEMA SEVERAL CITIES Fall 2011-Winter 2012
DAVID TRUEBA: Recent works / Miami Screening of Soldados de Salamina (2002) with the director. When
September 15 » 9 p.m. (TBC) Bienvenido a casa (2006) September 16 » 9 p.m. (TBC) ¿Qué fue de Jorge Sanz? (2010) September 17 » 4 p.m. (TBC) WHERE Coral Gables Art Cinema +info www.ccemiami.org
'VOLTERETA' and 'MATADOR ON THE ROAD'
Washington, D.C. The 22nd annual festival coincides this year with National Hispanic Heritage Month. When Sept. 22 – Oct. 12, 2011 WHERE AFI Silver Theatre and Cultural Center. +info www.afi.com/silver/new/
Los Angeles Short Films by Spanish Director Alexis Morante. When October – November WHERE TBA +info www.spainculture.us
4th ANNUAL FESTIVAL OF NEW SPANISH CINEMA
Seattle, Portland, San Francisco, Washington, D.C., Houston, Chicago Live sessions will be held with visiting filmmakers and special presentations via internet between universities and a well known Spanish filmmaker from Madrid.
New York Spanish films presented by the directors at Woodstock. When September 21 – 25 WHERE Woodstock +info www. woodstockfilmfestival.com
When & WHERE
September 23 / Seattle October 6 / Portland October 27 / San Francisco Nov. 4 – Dec. 1 / Washington, D.C. January 2012 / Houston TBA / Chicago +info www.pragda.com
Bicicleta, cullera, poma © Cromosoma S.A.
New York Showcasing the young urban experience of today in four feature films, short selections, and music videos. When September 22 – 24 WHERE King Juan Carlos I of Spain Center +info www.Pragda.com
SAN JUAN INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL San Juan, Puerto Rico Current Caribbean film productions and international film premieres in Puerto Rico presented by directors and actors. When October 5 – 12 WHERE Cines Metro San Juan +info www.festivalcinesanjuan. com/
HISPANIC NEW YORK FILM AND VIDEO FESTIVAL New York Co-presented by Hispanic New York Project, Columbia University's Center for the Study of Ethnicity and Race, and Instituto Cervantes. When October 12 – 14 » 6:30 p.m. WHERE Instituto Cervantes New York +info www.nyork.cervantes.es
RECENT SPANISH CINEMA SERIES Hollywood, CA, Miami Showcasing since 1994 the most current Spanish films and top personalities who have contributed to putting 'Made in Spain' productions in the vanguard of international filmmaking. When & WHERE
October 13 – 16, Egyptian Theatre, Hollywood. TBD, Miami +info
WOMEN AND SPANISH FILM Boston The organizers will invite the following Spanish film directors: Margarita Alexandre, Icíar Bollain, Isabel Coixet, Alicia Luna, Marta Malletbó, Inés París, and Mar Coll. When October WHERE University of Massachusetts, Amherst +info www.umass.edu/umhome/
2011 AFI EUROPEAN UNION FILM SHOWCASE Washington, D.C. In its 24th year, the EU Showcase features many of the year's most outstanding films from the EU countries. When November 3 – 22 WHERE AFI Silver Theatre and Cultural Center. +info www.afi.com/silver/new/
SPANISH CINEMA NOW 2011 New York One of the Walter Reade Theater's longest-running series. When December (TBA) WHERE Walter Reade Theater, Lincoln Center
LUIS BERLANGA- FILM RETROSPECTIVE New York An anthological retrospective of the Spanish director that includes ten of his best-known films. When November WHERE Lincoln Center +info wwwlincolncenter.org
Balada triste de trompeta / Diego López Calvín © 2010 Tornasol Films, Castafiore Films, La Fabrique 2 y Mikado Film.
CINEMA SEVERAL CITIES Fall 2011-Winter 2012
REELING FILM FESTIVAL 2011 Chicago The 30th Chicago Lesbian & Gay International Film Festival will showcase the best LGBTQI films from around the globe. When TBD WHERE Chicago +info www.chicago.cervantes.es
Visual Arts NEW YORK September
[Swi:t] Home: A CHANT (2001-2006)
Elena del Rivero An installation to commemorate the 10th anniversary of September 11th by contemporary Spanish artist Elena del Rivero.
September Where
New Museum of Contemporary Art 235 Bowery St. New York, NY MAP tinyurl.com/NewMuseumNYC +Info
To commemorate the 10th anniversary of the fall of the World Trade Center on September 11th, 2001, the New Museum will exhibit Del Rivero's piece, [Swi:t] Home: A CHANT (20012006), in its lobby gallery. The work was previously installed at the Corcoran Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C. in 2006. Del Rivero's New York City studio and living space was across the street from the World Trade Center when it was attacked in 2001. In the aftermath of the event, Del Rivero's studio was filled with ashes, dust, and debris from the surrounding buildings. She eventually began to clean, catalogue, and piece together bits of letters, legal documents and scraps of paper left in her apartment. The scraps were eventually hand sewn onto rolls of fabric over the course of many months. The New Museum intends to install the piece in long scroll-like, horizontal bands. This will allow viewers to become fully immersed in the intricacies of Del Rivero's work, to see all 3,316 pieces of burnt papers which she found and has carefully stitched to rolls of cotton mesh amounting to more than 500 feet of material.
Visual Arts New york November
Video Art Workshop:
Spanish Influences in the Life and Work of Bill Viola Interactive workshop focused on the life and work of Bill Viola, one of the world's most renowned video artists.
Transfiguration © Kira Perov - Bill Viola Studio LLC
Emergence © Kira Perov - Bill Viola Studio LLC
Spanish Influences in life and work of Bill Viola is an interactive workshop that aims to bring the life and work of the world's most renowned video artist to a small number of students who wish to share their experiences with this living genius of Mass Media Art. Born in 1951, Viola is a New York native. The workshop is multidisciplinary and consists of audiovisual, musical, and literary exercises related to the work of the American video artist. It will be led by Federico Utrera, Professor of Audiovisual Communication at the Universidad Rey Juan Carlos (Rey Juan Carlos University) and author of 'Viola on Video.' 'Viola on Video' is the world performer's first biography, and contains the first catalogue of his work.
November 2–4 Where
Instituto Cervantes New York 211 East 49 th Street. New York MAP tinyurl.com/cervantesNYC +Info
Visual Arts Washington DC November
Maremagnum by Jordi SocÍas A visual journey through the last four decades in Spain and Europe guided by an icon of photographic journalism.
Salvador Dalí, Port Lligat, Geron a, 1979. © Jordi Socías
November 9 Where
Mexican Cultural Institute 2829 16 th Street N.W. MAP tinyurl.com/MexicanCultural +Info
Jordi Socías (Barcelona, 1945) is now a classic Spanish photojournalist. Also influenced by international masters such as Cartier-Bresson and Avendon, his style is representative of several generations of reporters. From the 70's onward he has collaborated with the most important Spanish magazines and newspapers. The exhibition is a retrospective of roughly 80 photographs, snapshots of Spain's transition to democracy, surreal images, and panoramas of every day city life. Without a doubt, the main body contains a gallery of portraits that reflects Jordi's personal view on key people that embody Spanish and European culture over the past four decades.
Visual Arts Washington, D.C. November
The Solemnity of Shadows Juan Laurent's Vision of Spain
Travel back in time to mid19th century Spain through the lens and visually stunning photographs of Juan Laurent. When
The National Gallery of Art's Department of Image Collections presents a selection of 23 rare albumen photographs and two albums by nineteenth-century Spain's preeminent photographer, Juan Laurent (1816–1886) and his company. The exhibition will focus on Laurent's photographs of art in the royal collections and his breathtaking views of Toledo, Madrid, Barcelona, Granada, and other Spanish cities.
Alberto Schommer
November 7 – December 30 Where
National Gallery of Art 4 th and Constitution Ave NW, Washington, DC MAP tinyurl.com/NGAWashington +Info
Visual Arts Washington, D.C. November
Psychological Portraits
The artistic versatility of Alberto Schommer, in his extensive career, has led him to be one of the best Spanish photographers of all time. In his "psychological portraits" of myriad personalities from renowned writers such as Cela and Rafael Alberti to political figures like Suárez or Felipe González, and well-known artists including Susan Sontag, Doris Lessing, Salvador Dalí or Joan Miró, he creates an interactive atmosphere with the portrayed.
Spanish photographer Alberto Schommer's portraits of famous personalities will be on display at the Washington Photo Week. When
November (TBA) Where
Washington Photo Week (TBA) +Info
Multidisciplinary New York September
In the same way that she puts music to her poems, Patti Smith manifests her presence at Taiat Dansa, an exploration of the codes and aesthetics of rock's choreographies.
September 10 Where
Baryshnikov Arts Center (BAC) 37 ARTS Building, 450 West 37th St. New York, NY MAP tinyurl.com/BACnyc When
September 19 Where
CPR Studio 361 Manhattan Ave. Unit 1. Brooklyn, NY MAP tinyurl.com/CPRNewYork +Info
www.taiatdansa.com www.spainculturenewyork.org www.facebook.com/SpainCultureNY
Patti Smith, one of rocks living legends, is an enduring symbol of the modern era. Her stage presence is so exquisite that the moving body is the most reliable way to interpret her music. In "We are going to make you dance", the young Spanish company Taiat Dansa creates an on-stage experience by exploring and questioning the role of choreography in the rock universe. What happens when bodies express musical phenomena? And back in those days, when Patti Smith was elected High Priestess of Punk, how did bodies move?
Performing arts New York December
Poet in New York A dramatic, multidisciplinary celebration of the life and work of the Spanish poet Federico GarcĂa Lorca.
The Spanish Artists Association of New York (AENY) presents Poeta en Nueva York to commemorate the 75th anniversary of the death of the Spanish poet Federico GarcĂa Lorca. The masterpiece of Spanish poetry that inspires this production offers multiple scenic and visual opportunities, which are articulated by this group of multidisciplinary artists using devised theater as their working method.
First two weeks of December Where
The Duke Theatre 229 West 42nd Street. New York MAP tinyurl.com/TheDukeNYC +Info
www.spainculturenewyork.org www.facebook.com/SpainCultureNY
Performing Arts NEW YORK September
Monstruo Halfway between dance, performance and ritual, Monstruo is an emotional and subtle synthesis that speaks to us from the depths of the human being and the earth.
© Inés Checa
September 22 & 23 » 6:30 p.m. Where
Instituto Cervantes 211 East 49 th Street. New York MAP tinyurl.com/cervantesNYC +Info
Performed by the company INTEGRO, Monstruo is a symbolic effort halfway between dance, performance and ritual, a subtle underground social critique; an offering that ultimately takes us to the depths of our being on earth; a poignant and moving synthesis. A creative nucleus founded by Oscar Naters in 1984 in Lima, Peru, INTEGRO has always been oriented towards experimentalism and integration of the arts. Performers are Alejandro Tosatti (Diquis Tiquis - Costa Rica) and Ana Zavala (Integro-Perú). Music by Pauchi Sasaki – Omar Lavalle. Mise en scène: Oscar Naters.
Performing Arts NEW YORK September
DECONSTRUCTIONS Deconstructing Spanish Music and Thought
This showcase of contemporary art from Spain will the frontiers of what we consider art through computer generated images and modern music.
© Eneko Vadillo
Eneko Vadillo, Rafael Lamas and Novatrio New Media Ensemble This revolutionary program features an assortment of multidisciplinary works including the innovative video ballet 'Lysergic Worlds' by Eneko Vadillo, a Fulbright recipient and IRCAM graduate, US premieres by Spanish and Spanish and American composers such as: Octavio López, Drake Anderson, and Anne Goldberg, and the 20th – century masterpiece Manuel De Falla's 'Concerto' featuring pianist Maxim Anikushin.
Conductor Rafael Lamas will lead the virtuoso ensemble, Synthesis aesthetics project will invent the choreography, Yan Da (a New York based, RISD-trained multimedia artist) will provide a stunning visual computer generated environment, and Iranian plastic artist Nina Mirhabibi and Berlin-based visual artist Mit Borrás will create a unique, profound, and enigmatic design for the entire show.
With the support of The Consulate General of Spain in New York.
September 15 » 8 p.m. Where
Leonard Nimoy Thalia Theater, Symphony Space 2537 Broadway at 95 th St. MAP tinyurl.com/SimphonySpace +Info
www.spainculturenewyork.org www.facebook.com/SpainCultureNY
26 Performing Arts Miami & Seattle & Washington, D.C. November
Flamenco Algarabía
The Fundación Conservatorio Casa Patas, a leading school Xxxxx xxxxxx xxxxx xxxxof Spanish dance in Madrid, xxx xxxxxx xxxxxx xxxxx xx brings their xxxxxxxx high-spirited xxx xxxxxxx xxxxx performance to yourxxxxx city. xxxxxx xxxxx xxxxxx xxxxxxx xxxxxxx xxxxxx When xxxxxx xxxxxxxx. October 27 (workshop)
Flamenco performance by Jose Barrios and company.
October 28 (performance) When
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© Ana González
Where Xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx Cultural Center of Spain in Miami Where 1490 Biscayne Boulevard. Miami XxxxxxxxxLlocMuseu MAP tinyurl.com/ccemiami Adreçaxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx +Info MAP tinyurl.com/xxxxxxxxxxxxx www.ccemiami.org
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Featuring new choreography by Jose Barrios & Company with Ana Gonzalez from Madrid, the dancers are accompanied by four leading Spanish musicians and a cantaor. Presented with the Fundación Conservatorio Casa Patas.
PERFORMING ARTS Washington, D.C. November - December
Classic and contemporary works of Spanish theater, featuring world famous Flamenco Xxxxx xxxxxx xxxxxsinger xxxx Esperanza Fernández. xxx xxxxxx xxxxxx xxxxx xx xxx Whenxxxxxxx xxxxxxxx xxxxx xxxxxxSpain xxxxx xxxxxx xxxxx Seeking Nov. 26 » 2xxxxxxx p.m. / Nov.xxxxxx 27 » 4 p.m. xxxxxxx Falla / Stravinsky xxxxxx xxxxxxxx. December 3 » 2 p.m. & 8 p.m. December 4 » 2 p.m. When Xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx Where
National Gallery of Art Where 4th and Constitution Ave NW, XxxxxxxxxLlocMuseu Washington, DC (Free entrance) Adreçaxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx Davis Performing Arts Center, MAP tinyurl.com/xxxxxxxxxxxxx Gonda Theatre, Georgetown University +Info th 37 and O Street NW, Washington, DC wwwxxxxxxxxxxxcom Tickets DPAC $25 / $5 Students OTHER LOCATIONS
+Info > See on page 59 Ciutat June 12 – August 30 www.post-classicalensemble.org
Seeking Spain
The Barefoot Contessa and Behold a Pale Horse (Nov. 26). The Devil is a Woman and El amor brujo (Nov. 27). Commentary by Josep Colomer and Antonio Muñoz Molina Falla/Stravinsky
A soldier´s tale and El amor brujo at Georgetown University. Preconcert presentations by Antonio Muñoz Molina and Igal Perry. Esperanza Fernández, cantaora / Dancers from Peridance Ensemble (New York City)
New choreography by Igal Perry / Post-Classical Ensemble conducted by Angel Gil-Ordoñez.
Falla/Stravinsky is presented in collaboration with Georgetown University and the National Gallery of Art, with support from the NEA and the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation.
Music Boston November
Berklee Flamenco Project International Culture and Music Exchange THE BERKLEE FLAMENCO PROJECT aims to promote the careers of up and coming Spanish flamenco students through international collaboration.
The Berklee Flamenco Project is the first international conference to bring promising Spanish flamenco students to one of the world's most prestigious music institutions. The project, a collaboration between the SPAIN-USA Foundation and Berklee College of Music, will include three principle activities:
1. CD recording of Flamenco and Mediterranean fusion music under the artistic direction of Spanish musician Javier Limón. 2. Live concert featuring Spanish and American project participants, with performances by Spanish music groups and musicians from Berklee College. 3. Creation of a 50-minute documentary for Spanish and American networks, which captures the musical synergy of this project.
November 17 Where
Berklee Performance Center 136 Massachusetts Ave. Boston MAP tinyurl.com/BerkleeBoston +Info
Music chicago November
Cigala y Tango Cigala & Tango © 2010 Cigala Music S.L.
Enjoy the unique fusion of Flamenco and Tango as a company of musicians put a Spanish twist on Argentine classics.
November 6 Where
Harris Theater for Music and Dance at Millennium Park 205 E. Randolph Drive. Chicago, IL MAP tinyurl.com/HarrisTheatre +Info
The renowned flamenco singer Diego 'El Cigala' presents an evening during which flamenco and tango join hands. At this special performance El Cigala and his fellow musicians interpret classics from the Argentinian repertoire such as Las cuarenta, Sus ojos se cerraron and Tomo y obligo and contemporary creations like Garganta con arena, by Cacho Castaña.
Music chicago November
European Jazz Meets Chicago:
Ramón Lopez in Concert
An engaging performance by the renowned percussionist Ramón Lopez, one of the most respected European musicians in the area of contemporary jazz.
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Renowned drummer, percussionist and composer, Ramón Lopez performs as part of the acclaimed 6th Annual Umbrella Music Festival's opening concert, 'European Jazz Meets Chicago.' Ramón Lopez is not your typical percussionist. He is a musician who has mastered a number of different musical traditions. He loves to work with artists from other disciplines, with actors, choreographers or visual artists. He is currently one of the most respected European musicians in the area of contemporary jazz or improvised music. Free & open to the public
November 3 » 7:00 p.m. Where
Chicago Cultural Center 78 E. Washington St. Chicago, IL MAP tinyurl.com/ChicagoCulturalC +Info
www.chicago.cervantes.es www.UmbrellaMusic.org
Design Cincinnati &Atlanta October / November
Post-Digital Culture on Tour
More than just a post-digital culture festival, the Spanish event featuring contemporary creation OFFF is now on tour throughout the USA.
October 27 & 28 Where
Contemporary arts Center 44 East Sixth Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202 MAP tinyurl.com/CACCincinnati +Info
www.offf.ws www.contemporaryartscenter.org OTHER LOCATIONS
Atlanta > November 3 & 4 (TBA)
OFFF is an entity in continuous transformation, alive and evolutionary. More than a decade ago, it was born as a postdigital culture festival, a meeting place to host contemporary creation through an in depth program of conferences, workshops and performances by the most relevant artists of our time. These days, OFFF continues to be a reference event throughout the world. A festival hosted in Barcelona, New York, Lisbon and Paris which has featured renowned artists such as Joshua Davis, Stefan Sagmeister, John Maeda, Kyle Cooper, The Mill, Digital Kitchen, Julien Vallée, and Alex Trochut, among others…In October, the OFFF phenomenon lands at Cincinnati's CAC, following its evolutionary tour.
Urban Culture New york November
Spanish Fashion
A Marriage of Avantgarde and Craft An installation of select pieces by Spanish boutique fashion designers.
Art and hand crafted work fuse together in the creativity of Spanish fashion. The Spanish boutique designers incorporate tradition and culture in their collections displaying an avante-garde and individual vision. Exclusive pieces from the latest collections of a few select designers will be shown at the Gabarron Foundation landmark building in New York City. This will be a special ocassion to discover and purchase unique pieces that rarely leave Spain.
November (TBA) Where
Gabarron Foundation 149 East 38 Street. New York 10016 MAP tinyurl.com/Gabarron +Info
Architecture Washington, D.C. & Dallas September-December
The primary aim of the Young Architects of Spain exhibition is to discover a generation of Spanish architects under 40 years of age who are admired by their professional peers.
les Solà-Mola Cadaval /
Washington, D.C. Arroyo+Pemjean
September 15 – October 15 Where
American Institute of Architects 1735 New York Ave., NW. Washington, D.C. MAP tinyurl.com/AIAWashington Dallas When
November 7 – December 15 Where
Chase Tower Rotunda 2200 Ross Avenue. Dallas, Texas MAP tinyurl.com/ChaseDallas +Info
www.spainculture.us www.aia.org
The exhibition shows that architectural excellence is found not only in the work of internationally renowned Spanish maestros, but also in the unknown work carried out in the studios of a new generation of professionals, which ensures a promising future for Spanish architecture. The works were selected by means of a public competition open to all young Spanish architects. The more than 700 projects underwent an individual selection process by the members of an international jury composed of prestigious architects such as Alberto Campo Baeza and Manuel Blanco and the architecture critics Kenneth Frampton and Juhani Pallasma.
Architecture Chicago September
Architecture and Urban Series Fall 2011
Exhibit and lectures series – European Union Prize for Contemporary Architecture Mies Van Der Rohe Award 2011
Collage House by Arquitectures Bosch.Capdeferro
An architecture exhibit and lecture series that presents the most recognized architectural award in Europe: The Mies Van Der Rohe award.
The Mies Van Der Rohe exhibition and accompanying lecture series bring to Chicago the most recognized architectural award in Europe, establishing a strong cultural connection between the architectural discipline in Europe and the US, especially in Chicago. This exhibition and lecture series reinforce the efforts of cultural exchange initiated with the first two editions of the lecture series at the Instituto Cervantes of Chicago in collaboration with Mas Studio. Free and open to the public
Opening reception: September 22 Âť 6:00 p.m. This exhibit will run from September 22 through November 11 Where
Instituto Cervantes of Chicago 31 West Ohio St. Chicago, IL MAP tinyurl.com/cervanteschicago +Info
Heritage SAN JUAN October
When WHEN & WHERE Xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx October 19 th Where Casa de España in Puerto Rico XxxxxxxxxLlocMuseu Avenida Constitución, 9. San Juan, Puerto Rico Adreçaxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx October 20 & 21 MAP tinyurl.com/xxxxxxxxxxxxx Universidad Interamericana +Info de Puerto Rico Carretera #1 calle Francisco Sein. Rio wwwxxxxxxxxxxxcom Piedras, Puerto Rico OTHER LOCATIONS
+Info > See on page 59 Ciutat June 12 – August 30 www.inter.edu/
Heritage Amherst (Boston) October
This conference brings together scholars to discuss recent developments in the movement for recognition of atrocities of the Spanish Civil War. When
October 13 – 15 Where
University of Massachusetts at Amherst 300 Massachusetts Ave Amherst, MA MAP tinyurl.com/UnMassachusetts +Info
The Constitution of 1812: Juramento de las Cortes de Cadiz. Jose de Alisal
To celebrate 200th Xxxxx xxxxxxthe xxxxx xxxx anniversary of the Cortes xxx xxxxxx xxxxxx xxxxx xx of (1812), the congress xxxCadiz xxxxxxx xxxxxxxx xxxxx will focus on the impact of xxxxxx xxxxx xxxxxx xxxxx the First Liberal Constitution xxxxxxx xxxxxxx xxxxxx in Spain,xxxxxxxx. Puerto Rico and xxxxxx several American countries.
The participation of the representatives of America
Organized by Five Colleges Inc., this symposium explores the impact of the Law of Historic Memory on contemporary Spanish society. Francisco Fernández, professor of Anthropology at the University of Extremadura, will discuss his work on the 'Politics of Historic Memory in Contemporary Spain' project.
War, Dictatorship and Historic Memory Francisco Fernández, professor of Anthropology at the University of Extremadura, is currently working on the exhumation of common burials from the Spanish Civil War period, and is the main researcher for the project titled 'Politics of Historic Memory in Contemporary Spain,' sponsored by the Spanish Government. He has actively participated in many of the exhumations, compiling verbal testimonials and studying the confrontations between both sides of the Spanish Civil War. This symposium is organized by five universities from Massachusetts (Massachusetts University at Amherst, Mount Holyoke University, Smith University, University of Hampshire and Amherst University).
Heritage Washington, D.C. & Dallas September 2011– January 2012
The Invention of Glory Afonso V and
the Pastrana Tapestries
Exhibition of the four late-fifteenth-century Flemish tapestries known as The Pastrana Tapestries from the Collegiate Church of Pastrana in Guadalajara, Spain.
Washington, D.C.
In the late 15th century the king of Portugal, Afonso V (1432–1481) likely commissioned a set of four monumental tapestries commemorating his conquest in 1471 of the Moroccan cities of Asilah and Tangier, strategically located near the entrance to the Strait of Gibraltar. Exquisitely rendered in wool and silk threads and woven by Flemish weavers in Tournai, Belgium, the tapestries, each measuring 12 by 36 feet, teem with vivid and colorful images of knights, ships, and military paraphernalia set against a backdrop of maritime and urban landscapes. The tapestries are highly unusual for their depiction of contemporary events rather than scenes from ancient or biblical history. The exhibition is organized by the National Gallery of Art, Washington, and the Fundación Carlos de Amberes, Madrid, in association with the Embassy of Spain, the Spain-USA Foundation, and the Embassy of Portugal and with the cooperation of the Embassy of Belgium and the Embassy of Morocco in Washington, DC.
September 18 – January 8 (2012) Where
National Gallery of Art 4 th and Constitution Avenue NW Washington, D.C. MAP tinyurl.com/NGAWashington Dallas When
January 2012 – TBA Where
Meadows Museum of Art 5900 Bishop Boulevard. Dallas, Texas MAP tinyurl.com/MeadowsDallas +Info
www.nga.gov www.meadowsmuseumdallas.org
Heritage New York November
Sepharad: Spain– New York Articulated through a photo exhibition and video installation, as well as a symposium, the goal of this cultural event is to help embrace and expand the Judeo-Sephardic experience in the realms of contemporary multiculturalism.
November 14 – 16 Where
TBA +Info
Stories from the Sephardic Diaspora
With the double purpose of preserving Jewish Memory and shedding light on the Judeo-Sephardic experience, the exhibition project aims to create a photographic bridge back to a world destroyed, often ignored, and yet distinctly unique for its rich multicultural influences and fascinating expressions. Additionally, we are planning to hold a symposium to explore relevant issues related to the Judeo-Sephardim experience, such as identity, visibility and acculturation, among others, and the journey to New York. The exhibition belongs to the National Public Library and the Casa Sefarad-Israel, both located in Madrid, Spain.
Sketching the future Miami October
investing in the advancement of culture Networking among Spain, Central America & USA This is a rare opportunity to meet with leaders in the 'Culture and Development' field and hear about new ideas for increasing international cultural ties.
YCultura is a networking opportunity for 'Culture and Development' agents to share and organize opportunities for Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives. The two day program of panels and workshops include:
1. Investing in Creative/Cultural Sector Opportunities and Challenges and what they mean for Business and Corporate Social Responsibility Programs.
October 7 & 8 » 9 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Where
2. Regional Cultural/Creative Sector Policies, Regulations and Strategies Impacting Socio-Economic Growth
Newman Alumni Center 6200 San Amaro Drive, Coral Gables, FL MAP tinyurl.com/AlumniCenter
4. Project Financing Ideas: Different economic brackets
3. Best Practices and Success stories of Cultural Investment
literature miami September
Presentation of the novel Learning to Lose by David Trueba and conference on Film and Literature in the Hispanic World. A Film and Literature in the Hispanic World.
Conference and presentation of novel by
David Trueba
When & WHERE
September 15 » 7 p.m. – Conference Film and literature in the Hispanic world Cultural Center of Spain in Miami 1400 Biscayne Boulevard. Miami September 16 » 7 p.m. – Presentation of the novel Learning to lose Library Books and Books / 265 Aragon Avenue. Coral Gables +Info
Literature Miami October
Representatives of the magazine Baquina, regarded as an anthology of contemporary Hispanic literature, will present its latest collection of works. When
October 21 » 8 p.m. (TBC) Where
Cultural Center of Spain in Miami 1400 Biscayne Boulevard, Miami MAP tinyurl.com/ccemiami +Info
David Trueba was born in Madrid in 1969 and has been successful both as a novelist and as a screenwriter. Learning to Lose won the Critics Award in 2009 and marks Trueba's English-language debut. By one of Spain's most celebrated contemporary writers, Learning to Lose is a lucid and gripping view into the complexities of lives overturned and into the capriciousness of modern life, with its intoxicating highs and devastating lows.
Presentation of the literary magazine Baquiana Baquiana Literary Magazine will present its printed version of the publication at the Spanish Cultural Center. For over more than a decade, this magazine has grown to become one of the most emblematic and serious Spanish magazines in the Southeast of the USA. Digitally and printed, the magazine has published authors from diverse Hispanic groups at the local and national level, in all literary genres as well as many featured authors from Latin America and Spain, becoming a reference material for many universities worldwide.
International Book Fair
Literature miami November
Already in its 26th year, the fair will feature readings and discussions with noted Spanish and Latin American authors throughout the week. When
Now in its 26th year the fair will feature six nights of readings and discussions with noted authors from the United States and around the world. The highlight of the Street Fair is the Festival of Authors, where over 350 authors come annually to read and discuss their work, among which include Latin American and Spanish authors who participate in the IberoAmerican Authors Program.
November 13 – 20
New Literature from Europe
literature new York November
Photo: José Carlos Somoza
This year's New Literature from Europe festival explores 'noir', a growing literary genre in European literature. In this year's New Literature from Europe, eight cultural institutes have teamed up to present a series of discussions and readings featuring eight critically acclaimed European writers coming from France, Spain, Germany, Austria, Czech Republic, Poland, Romania and Italy. The festival will end with a noir film showcase.
Downtown Miami 300 Northeast Second Avenue #4102 Miami, FL +Info
Learn about 'noir' literature and film, the up and coming genre within European literary circles. When
November 14 & 17 Where
Several venues +Info
kids Washington, D.C. & Chicago October
Bambalina presents: The things you never thought could be done... with paper
Kids Euro Festival 2011
Washington, D.C. When
October 26 » 6 p.m. Where
John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts 2700 F Street NW. Washington, D.C. MAP tinyurl.com/JFKpa +Info
800-444-1324 / 202-467-4600 www.kennedy-center.org/programs/ millennium/ Bethesda When
October 28 & 29 th » 10:30 a.m. Where
Imagination Stage 4908 Auburn Avenue. Bethesda, Maryland MAP tinyurl.com/ImagineBethesda +Info
301.961.6060 | Box Office: 301.280.1660 www.imaginationstage.org National Harbor When
October 29 » 2 p.m. Where
National Children Museum 112 Waterfront Street. National Harbor, MD. MAP tinyurl.com/NationalCM +Info
Tel: 301.686.0225 www.ncm.museum
kids euro festival website
Never before has recycling been so imaginative, playful and eye-opening. Enter a world where an everyday object's conventional use is transformed into something magical. Kraft paper becomes an instrument of nature, creating the sounds of crashing waves, rustling leaves, and the crackling of a fire's flames. In a time when the planet's resources are scarce, we are reminded of their preciousness and our responsibility to eliminate waste.
Best Children's Show (TGV Awards) 2008, Best Show in the International Puppet Festival de Maribor (Slovenia) 2007, Honorable Mention from the Torun International Puppet Festival (Poland) 2007, Best Show in the Vall d'Albaida Mostra de Titelles 2007.
For 22 years, Taberna Del Alabardero has taken pride to being a company with deep Spanish roots and identity. With 15 locations in Spain, from Madrid, Sevilla, Marbella and Cordoba to the Basque Country, you can enjoy a glass of wine and fresh fish flown directly from Spain in downtown Washington, DC. Having 2 culinary institutes and vocation of service training offered worldwide, we continue to grow with the demands of the new generations while maintaining a unified brand across the globe. Bringing tradition and creativity from 2011 Rammy nominated Chef Javier Romero and his team, we are honored to bring a fresh twist to the Washington, DC area. From a wine tasting dinner to a catered event at a private residence, we go above and beyond to introduce you to the richness and variety our Spanish culture has to offer. We are pleased to be nominated for the 2011 Rammy Awards from the Restaurant Association of Metropolitan Area for Rising Culinary Star and Wine Program.
1776 I Street NW (Entrance: 18th Street between H and I) Washington DC 20006 (202) 429 2200
In the Fall, the Spanish Cultural Center in Miami will open its new venue (the first time in fifteen years) in the city's expanding downtown neighborhood at 1400 Biscayne Center. The new site features a large space and a garden that will allow us to host our open-air concerts and outdoor workshops. In addition, we will begin working with a new focus, maximizing the strategic position of Miami to serve as a proactive agent and permanent bridge between the USA and Latin America with special attention to Central America and the Caribbean due to their proximity. We will keep our permanent programs and offer new and powerful ones:
Go CCE Miami, Go!
» Workshops: on different subjects such as creative writing, performing arts, publishing design, photography… directed by well-known Spanish artists in their discipline. In collaboration with the University of Miami and la Piscifactoria- Laboratorio de creación (Madrid).
» Journey Through the Arts: Saturday mornings. An art program targeting immigrant youth, children and their families to explore through different artistic forms, self-expression, collaboration with others, community awareness and the protection of the environment. Workshops are offered in various mediums of art such as painting, drawing, collages, design, photography, and papier mache among others. Each series of workshops ends with an art exhibit of the best artworks created by the students.
» Chicle: one Saturday per month. Program created for children ages 6-12 years old which aims to educate children while having fun.
» Música y Aparte: one Thursday per month. This series will show the latest works by local artists, highlighting to Cuban Musicians (Cubans represent 50% of the Miami census). » Miami Rocks: one Friday per month. This new program will promote local musicians. » La Vitrina: a window to promote the masterpieces of local artists. www.ccemiami.org
THE CITY AGENDA: CITIES ACROSS THE UNITED STATES FILLED WITH CULTURE From Spain
More information and updates at: www.spainculture.us
Spanish Cinema 'Cerca y Lejos'
Día de los Muertos
The history of Spanish films from 1950' to the present. Including: 'Bienvenido Mister Marshall', 'Viridiana', 'El Espíritu de la colmena', 'Los santos Inocentes', 'El color de las Nubes', 'En la Ciudad sin Limites'.
The Día de los Muertos events are offered to the public in order to present and preserve this uniquely Mexican cultural celebration while also participating in its evolution as members of diverse cultures cross paths in the United States and traditions further evolve.
Concert 'Romántico' by Olga Cerpa y Mestisay
Every Thursday starting September 15 through October 13 at 7 p.m. Where
Bank of America Theatre, National Hispanic Cultural Center 1701 4 th Street SW. Albuquerque +info
October 7 – November 7
Education Center, National Hispanic Cultural Center 1701 4 th Street SW. Albuquerque +info
Over 80 features, shorts and documentaries from over 15 countries, with guests and filmmakers. When
October 15 » 8 p.m. Where
Bank of America Theatre, National Hispanic Cultural Center 1701 4 th Street SW. Albuquerque +info
South West Gay and Lesbian Film Festival
The best boleros from the 20's by Los Panchos, de La Lupe, de Chelo Silva and Manzanero.
¡Celébrate! Unprecedented week of film, music, art, theater, food, exhibits and lectures highlighting the extraordinary historic and contemporary journey of the Jewish people after their expulsion from Spain in 1492. When
Past and present of Videogames in Spanish Interactive art and a series of workshops by artists and historians. When
October 7 – 13
November 9 – 16
October 14
Bank of America Theatre, National Hispanic Cultural Center 1701 4 th Street SW. Albuquerque
Education Center, National Hispanic Cultural Center 1701 4 th Street SW. Albuquerque
Education Center, National Hispanic Cultural Center 1701 4 th Street SW. Albuquerque
Real Colegio Compultense activities at Harvard University
Women and Spanish Film
The Real Colegio Compultense organizes various lectures and Spanish film screenings each month. When
September – December Where
Real Colegio Compultense at Harvard University 26 Trowbridge Street. Cambridge, Massachusetts
The organizers will invite the following Spanish film directors: Margarita Alexandre, Icíar Bollain, Isabel Coixet, Alicia Luna, Marta Malletbó, Inés París, and Mar Coll. When
October Where
University of Massachusetts, Amherst 300 Massachusetts Avenue. Amherst, Massachusetts +info
War, Dictatorship, and Historical Memory Spanish culture and history specialists will be invited from the 5 organizing universities to contribute to this symposium on the aftermath of the Spanish Civil War. When
October Where
TBD +info
www.realcolegiocomplutense. harvard.edu/indexEn.htm
A project to promote the careers of up-andcoming Spanish flamenco students.
A project to promote the careers of up-andcoming Spanish flamenco students.
Tomás Luis de Victoria 400th Anniversary event series Michael Noone, Professor of Music at Boston College, is planning a series of activities to commemorate the 400th anniversary of the Jesuit music composer, Tomás Luis de Victoria. When
October Where
TBD +info
November 17 Where
Berklee Performance Center. 136 Massachusetts Ave, Boston +info
November 17 Where
Berklee Performance Center 136 Massachusetts Ave, Boston +info
Culinary arts
Architecture and Urban Series - Fall 2011
Bambalina Puppets Theater
Exhibit and lectures series – European Union Prize for Contemporary Architecture MIES VAN DER ROHE AWARD 2011. Free and open to the public
Hands-on workshop series hosted by the Spanish food expert Blanca Valencia. Registration required.
September 22 » 6:00 p.m. (Opening reception) This exhibit will run from September 22 through November 11 Where
Instituto Cervantes of Chicago 31 West Ohio St. +info
September 12, October 10, November 14, & December 14 » 6:00 p.m. Where
Instituto Cervantes of Chicago 31 West Ohio St. +info
www.chicago.cervantes.es Tickets
$25 general admission / $20 IC Students, members & seniors 4 workshops $90 general admission / $70 IC Students, members & seniors
Reeling Film Festival 2011
The 30th Chicago Lesbian & Gay International Film Festival will showcase the best LGBTQI films from around the globe. When
November 3 – 12
Festival of New Spanish Cinema The Festival presents the finest offbeat, independent and artistically-inspired Spanish films.
Instituto Cervantes of Chicago 31 West Ohio St.
Gene Siskel Film Center 164 North State St.
www.reelingfilmfestival.org www.chicago.cervantes.es
Never before has recycling been so imaginative and playful than in this show, where everyday objects are transformed into something magical and better than before. When
October 30 » 5:30 p.m. Where
Instituto Cervantes 31 West Ohio St. Tickets
www.brownpapertickets.com $10 general admission / $5 IC students, members & seniors / FREE FOR KIDS +info
Spanish Wiggleworms presented by Old Town School of Folk A free drop-in interactive music experience exploring the Spanish language for children ages 6 months to 4 years and their families. Free and open to the public. Registration required When
September 10 » 10 a.m. – 10:45 a.m. Where
Instituto Cervantes of Chicago 31 W. Ohio St. +info
More information and updates at: www.spainculture.us
Cigala y Tango
DEPEDRO Concert. World Music Festival Chicago 2011
European Jazz Meets Chicago: Ramón Lopez in Concert
DEPEDRO is a project by Jairo Savala. A mixture of latin, border fusion, folk, african music, reggae and blues.
An engaging performance by the renowned percussionist Ramón Lopez, one of the most respected European musicians in the area of contemporary jazz.
The renowned flamenco singer Diego 'El Cigala' presents an evening during which flamenco and tango join hands. When
November 6 Where
Harris Theater for Music and Dance at Millennium Park 205 E. Randolph Drive +info
September 20 » 7:00 p.m. Where
Instituto Cervantes of Chicago 31 W. Ohio St. Tickets
THE JOFFREY BALLET: DON QUIXOTE Performed by Chicago Sinfonietta, Possokhov's choreography pulls out all the stops: Bullfights, gypsies, windmills and an unlikely hero in a marriage of Bolshoi ballet and earthly Spanish dance. When
October 12 – 23 Where
Auditorium Theatre of the Roosevelt University 50 E. Congress Pkwy Tickets
On sale August 1st +info
www.brownpapertickets.com $15 general admission / 10$ Students, members & seniors +info
November 3 » 7:15 p.m. Free and open to the public Where
Chicago Cultural Center 78 E. Washington St. +info
www.chicago.cervantes.es www.UmbrellaMusic.org
VISUAL ARTS Urban Culture
Latino Fashion Week Chicago Latino Fashion takes the city by storm at the annual Chicago Latino Fashion Week, offering new looks and trends from local, national and international Latino designers. When
November 1 – 5 Where
TBA +info
E.CO This photographic exhibition by 20 collectives from Europe and Latin America focuses on the environment and its issues. Free and open to the public. When
November 17 » 6 p.m. (Opening reception) This exhibit will run until January 12, 2012 Where
Instituto Cervantes of Chicago 31 West Ohio St. +info
DALLAS Houston
OFFF. PostDigital Culture on Tour
YAS: Young Architects of Spain
Festival of New Spanish Cinema
More than just a post-digital culture festival, the Spanish event featuring contemporary creation OFFF is now on tour throughout the USA.
Exhibition of the best works by the new generation of young architects from Spain.
October 27 & 28 Where
Contemporary Arts Center 44 East Sixth Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202 +info
www.offf.ws www.contemporaryartscenter.org
The Festival presents the finest offbeat, independent and artistically-inspired Spanish films. When
November 7 – December 15
January 2012
Chase Tower Rotunda 2200 Ross Avenue
Rice Cinema/Rice University 6100 Main Street
www.pragda.com HERITAGE
The Invention of Glory, Afonso V and the Pastrana Tapestries Exhibition of four late-fifteenth-century Flemish tapestries known as The Pastrana Tapestries from the Collegiate Church of Pastrana. When
February 2012 Where
Meadows Museum 5900 Bishop Boulevard +info
The Royal Road of Texas: Past & Present The exhibition explores the essential facts and history of El Camino Real de los Tejas across cities and lands. When
Galveston / September 1 – 9 Austin / September 18 – 27 San Antonio / Sept. 29 – Oct 2 Where
Old Galveston Square- 2009 Strand, Galveston. University of Saint Edwards, Austin. Marriot Plaza, 555 South Alamo St, San Antonio.
More information and updates at: www.spainculture.us
Concert by Cuarteto Casals
'Voltereta' and 'Matador on the Road'
The Houston Friends of Chamber Music present the young and extremely talented Cuarteto Casals.
Screening of two short films by Spanish Director, Alexis Morante
November 1 Where
Shepherd School of Music, Student Concert Hall. 6100 Main, Houston TX
When Where
Los Angeles +info
www.cohesion.rice.edu/ Shepherdschool/Friends/cuarteto. cfm
Recent Spanish Cinema Series Los Angeles The Recent Spanish Cinema Series is a great annual opportunity in the LA-area to see numerous top films produced in Spain. When
October 13 – 16 Where
Egyptian Theatre 6712 Hollywood Blvd. Hollywood +info
www.americancinematheque.com/ egyptian/egypt.htm www.larecentspanishcinema.com
¿Qué fue de Jorge Sanz? (2010)
Presentation of the novel Learning to Lose by Tavid Trueba
Presentation of the Literary Magazine Baquiana
The false documentary by David Trueba satirizes the life of a well-known, middleaged Spanish actor, who is unemployed and seeking work while caring for his child. When
September 17 Where
Learning to Lose, a novel set in Madrid that follows the complex lives of four individuals, won the Critics Award in 2009 and marks Trueba's Englishlanguage debut. When
Coral Gables Art Cinema 260 Aragon Avenue. Coral Gables
September 16
Coral Gables Art Cinema 260 Aragon Avenue Coral Gables
Bienvenido a casa (2006) 'Bienvenido a Casa' tells the story of Samuel and Eva, a young couple that moves to Madrid upon finding work. Samuel doesn't know that Eva is expecting a child. When
September 16 Where
Coral Gables Art Cinema 260 Aragon Avenue. Coral Gables +info
International Book Fair The book fair features over 350 authors from all over the world who come annually to participate in the evening events and weekend street fair. When
November 13 – 20 Where
Downtown Miami 300 Northeast Second Avenue #4102, Miami FL +info
www.miamibookfair.com/about/ default.aspx
A magazine emblematic of Hispanic culture featuring Latin American and Spanish authors. When
October 21 Where
Cultural Center of Spain in Miami 1400 Biscayne Boulevard +info
www.ccemiami.org/octubre/ literature1-oct.htm
Concert by Hernán López Nussa The 26-year-old jazz pianist will present a program on Cuban music. When
September 23 Where
Gusman Center for the Performing Arts 174 East Flagler Street +info
More information and updates at: www.spainculture.us
Flamenco Algarabía
Conference by David Trueba: Cine y literature en el mundo hispano
Archive Creadores de Madrid
José Barrios & Company present flamenco fusion with a new choreography featuring Ana Gonzalez. When
October 27 (workshop) October 28 (performance)
Acclaimed novelist and screenwriter David Trueba will discuss contemporary Hispanic film and literature.
Cultural Center of Spain in Miami 1400 Biscayne Boulevard
September 15
When Where
Cultural Center of Spain in Miami 1400 Biscayne Boulevard
Miami Sleepless night Miami Beach will be transformed into a dance floor for two hours where people will dance non-stop in tribute to American filmmaker Sydney Pollack's film They Shoot Horses Don't They?.
Art Basel (Art Fair) Rituals in Haiti Exhibition by Spanish photographer Cristina García Rodero.
November 5
December 2 – 5
Miami Beach
Freedom Tower 600 North Biscayne Boulevard, Miami FL
Where +info
Archive Creadores de Madrid documents physically and digitally 130 young artists or collectives of 16 different nationalities with connections to the city of Madrid. When
September 22 Where
Cultural Center of Spain in Miami 1400 Biscayne Boulevard +info
Organized by Matadero Madrid www.mataderomadrid.org
Sketching the future
YCULTURA: investing in the advancement of culture
Architecture Book ReleaseJorge OteroPailos
2 day program of panels and workshops seeking to connect networks among Spain, Central America & USA.
October 7 – 8
When Where
Newman Alumni Center. 6200 San Amaro Drive, Coral Gables FL +info
Urban Culture
Urban Art Lab coordinated by Antonio Mercinero Antonio Merinero will invite local artists living in Miami to participate in the creation of a shared masterpiece. When
November 10 Where
Cultural Center of Spain in Miami 1400 Biscayne Boulevard +info
Fashion / DESIGN
SPANISH FASHION: A MARRIAGE OF AVANT-GARDE AND CRAFT An installation of select pieces by Spanish boutique fashion designers. When
November 2011 (TBA) Where
Gabarron Foundation 149 East 38th Street +info
More information and updates at: www.spainculture.us
Window to Spain
12th Annual Woodstock Film Festival
Spanish directors will present their films in Woodstock.
Showcasing the young urban experience in four feature films, a series of short selections, and a special focus on music videos with Spain's best directors.
The Commissioner of Spanish Film, Marta Sanchez, will present a series of Spanish movies and short films for 6 months. When
June 24 – December Where
TBA +info
September 21 – 25 Where
291 Tinker St. Woodstock +info
September 22 – 24 Where
King Juan Carlos I of Spain Center 53 Washington Square South, Suite 201
Adolfo Arrieta Film Series Film series by Spanish director Adolfo Arrieta in collaboration with Microsocope Gallery and Anthology Film Archives When
September Where
Microscope Gallery # 4 Charles Place. Brooklyn +info
Second Peruvian Contemporary Film Showcase A selection of films from Peru including documentaries, shorts and feature films. When
September 14, 21 & 28, October 5 » 6:30 p.m. Where
Hispanic New York Film and Video Festival Co-presented by Hispanic New York Project, Columbia University's Center for the Study of Ethnicity and Race, and Instituto Cervantes. When
Instituto Cervantes New York 211 East 49 th St
October 12, 13 & 14 » 6:30 p.m.
Instituto Cervantes New York 211 East 49 th St
Luis G. Berlanga- Film Retrospective
Spanish Cinema Now 2011
Conference on Miguel Servet
One of the Walter Reade Theater's longest-running series.
The American Sephardic Federation and the Specialists from Graduate CenterCUNY will debate over the scientific, religious, and biographical origins of Sephardic Jews.
An anthological retrospective of the Spanish director that includes ten of his best-known films. When
Walter Reade Theater, Lincoln Center 70 Lincoln Center Plaza (West 65th Street, plaza level, between Broadway and Amsterdam Avenue)
Lincoln Center 70 N Broadway +info
Hispanic Pride Parade The Hispanic Pride Parade will be held on October 9th and will showcase the traditional culture of each participating country. When
Project Sephard An exhibition, round table discussions, and concerts about the distinct Sephardic Diasporas and their connection with Spain. When
October 9
October – November
5 Ave between 44 and 72 St. th
December Where
Ángel Orensanz Foundation 172 Norfolk St. +info
The Revival of Modern Literature in Spain The authors examine the basic interpretations that seek to explain the radical and continual renewal of letters that has existed in Spain since the sixties. When
October 6 » 6:30 p.m. Where
Instituto Cervantes New York 211 East 49 th Street +info
More information and updates at: www.spainculture.us
Gonzalo Torrente Ballester
The Scale of Map, by Belén Gopegui.
Havana String Quartet
Reviews Gonzalo Torrente Ballester's life, his novels, diaries and films.
A novel and its protagonist create one another, in a tale strung between the work of Cervantes and Nabokov.
October 14 Conference from 1:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. in the Standish Room, Science Library, Uptown Campus Movie showings from 7:30-9:00 p.m. in Page Hall, Downtown Campus Where
The University at Albany, State University of New York 1400 Washington Avenue. Albany, NY
RED WOOLF (Lobo Rojo) Red Wolf is a story about love, death and reincarnation by Marcos Purroy. Staged reading in English.
September 29 » 6:30 p.m.
Instituto Cervantes New York, Auditorium 211 East 49th St
Instituto Cervantes New York 211 East 49 th St
New Literature from Europe
Concert by Spanish pianist José Menor. When
Carnegie Hall 881 7 th Ave
November 14 & 17 Where
Several venues, New York +info
Jóse Menor October 12
8th Annual Festival of European Literature
When Where
November 9 » 6:30 p.m. Instituto Cervantes New York 211 East 49 th Street
October 27 » 6:30 p.m.
Phone: 518-591-8183 or 8187
The Havana String Quartet visits the US for the 1st time. In this concert they will perform works by Leo Brouwer and other Latin-American composers.
Concert by Virginia Luque
Performance by Elías Aguirre and Álvaro Esteban
Deconstructing Spanish Music and Thought
Concert conducted by the Spanish composer and guitarist. When
November 29 Where
Carnegie Hall 881 7 th Ave +info
The choreographers will perform at Between the Seas- a Festival of Performing Arts from the Mediterranean. When
August 29 – September 4 Where
The Wild Project East 3 rd Street
Jesus Reina in Concert The Spanish violinist will debut at Carnegie Hall. When
October – November Where
Carnegie Hall 881 7 th Ave +info
We are Going to Make You Dance: Patti Smith, the Construction of a Legend The Valencian dance company Taiat Dansa will perform their show for the first time in New York. When & WHERE
September 10 Baryshnikov Arts Center (BAC) 37 Arts Building, 450 West 37th St. New York, NY September 19 CPR Studio 361 Manhattan Ave. Brooklyn +info
Spanish composers Rafael Lamas and Eneko Vadillo in concert. When
September 10 Where
Symphony Space 2537 Broadway at 95 th St. +info
POET IN NEW YORK Commemoration of the 75th anniversary of Federico Garcia Lorca's death When
First two weeks of December Where
The Duke Theatre 229 W. 42nd Street +info
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More information and updates at: www.spainculture.us
The worlds of Gonzalo
Interdisciplinary & intercultural performance between dance and ritual performed by the company INTEGRO. When
September 22 & 23 » 6:30 p.m. Where
On the hundredth anniversary of the birth of Torrente Ballester, this exhibition presents a faithful portrait of the renowned Spanish writer. When
Instituto Cervantes New York 211 East 49 th St
October 13 – December 13
Instituto Cervantes New York 211 East 49 th Street
A common parents-teacher conference turns into a tragic comedy when everyone begins acting in unexpected ways. By Piti Español. Staged Reading in Spanish. When
November 10 » 6:30 p.m. Where
Instituto Cervantes New York 211 East 49 th Street +info
Yans & Reto Spanish artist Jana Leo presents the second edition of Yans & Reto, a contemporary culture festival that works with young and old Spanish and American artists, and questions the notion of youth as the new. When
Video Art Workshop: Spanish Influences in the Life and Work of Bill Viola Interactive workshop focused on the life and work of Bill Viola, one of the world's most renowned video artists. When
November 2 – 4 » 6:30 p.m. Where
Instituto Cervantes New York 211 East 49 th St +info
Exhibition by Isidrio Blasco When
September 25 – November 2 Where
Smack Mellon Gallery 92 Plymouth St. Brooklyn +info
San Juan International Film Festival
The Constitution of 1812: the participation of the representatives of America
The Festival presents current Caribbean and international film premieres. When
October, 5 – 12 Where
Cines Metro Ponce de León Ave. #1255 Pda. 18 Santurce +info
To celebrate the 200th anniversary of the Cortes of Cadiz (1812), this Congress focuses on the impact of this First Liberal Constitution in Spain, Puerto Rico and several American countries. When
October 19 – 21 Where
Casa de España in Puerto Rico October 19 Avenida Constitución, 9. San Juan Universidad Interamericana de Puerto Rico October 20 & 21 Carretera #1 calle Francisco Sein Rio Piedras +info
More information and updates at: www.spainculture.us
Festival of New Spanish Cinema
Festival of New Spanish Cinema
The Festival presents the finest offbeat, independent and artistically-inspired Spanish films.
The Festival presents the finest offbeat, independent and artistically-inspired Spanish films.
October 27
September 23 Seattle October 6 Portland
TBA +info
45 AÑOS DE ARTE FLAMENCO Theatre Flamenco combines extraordinary footwork and invigorating music to create a deeply moving theatrical experience. When
November 5 and 6 Mountain View November 11, 12 and 13 San Francisco Where
Mountain View Center for the Performing arts 500 Castro Street. Mountain View Marine's Memorial Theatre 609 Sutter St. (at Mason). San Francisco +info
TBA +info
Flamenco Algarabía José Barrios & Company present flamenco fusion with new choreography featuring Ana Gonzalez. When
TBA, November Where
TBA, Seattle +info
YAS: Young Architects of Spain
GOOD MORNING FREEDOM! Spanish Cinema After Franco
Exhibition of the best works by the new generation of Young Architects from Spain. When
September 15 – October 15 Where
A film series about the cinema produced in Spain from the arrival of democracy (1976) to the end of the 80s. When
American Institute of Architects 1735 New York Ave., N.W.
September 9 – 21
AFI Silver Theatre and Cultural Center 8633 Colesville Rd., Silver Spring, MD.
Features many of the year's most outstanding films from the EU countries. When
November 3 – 22 Where
AFI Silver Theatre and Cultural Center 8633 Colesville Rd. Silver Spring, MD +info
One of the largest and longest-running Latin American film festivals in North America. When
September 22 – October 12 Where
AFI Silver Theatre and Cultural Center 8633 Colesville Rd. Silver Spring, MD +info
Festival of New Spanish Cinema The Festival presents the finest offbeat, independent and artistically-inspired Spanish films. When
November 4 – December 1 Where
AFI Silver Theatre and Cultural Center 8633 Colesville Rd. Silver Spring, MD +info
Seeking Spain The Barefoot Contessa and Behold a Pale Horse Two Hollywood films, each of which takes place in Spain. 'Behold a Pale Horse' was one of the first films about the Spanish Civil War and 'The Barefoot Contessa' is a story of love and hard times set in Madrid. When
November 26 » 2 p.m. November 27 » 4 p.m. Where
The National Gallery of Art 4 th and Constitution Ave N.W. ' Free Admission +info
More information and updates at: www.spainculture.us
The Invention of Glory, Afonso V and the Pastrana Tapestries
Kids Euro Festival
¡Ay Carmela! By José Sanchis Sinisterra
The recently restored Pastrana Tapestries from the late-fifteenth-century will be on exhibition in one of the truly extraordinary museum events of the year. When
September 18 – January 8 (2012) Where
National Gallery of Art 4 th and Constitution Avenue, N.W. +info
2011 EURONIGHT An event showcasing music and culinary traditions from the EU countries. When
September 23 Where
La Maison Francaise 4101 Reservoir Rd, N.W. +info
Never before has recycling been so imaginative and playful than in this show, where everyday objects are transformed into something magical and better than before. By Bambalina. When & Where
In this darkly funny play of love and loss, a troubadour comedy duo falls into the hands of Franco's troops during the Spanish Civil War. When
October 26 » 6 p.m. Millenium Stage Kennedy Center 2700 F Street NW, Washington D.C.
September 15 – October 9 (Thursdays through Sundays)
October 28 » 10:30 a.m. Imagination Stage 4908 Auburn Avenue, Bethesda, MD.
GALA Hispanic Theatre 3333 14 th Street N.W.
October 29 » 10:30 a.m. Imagination Stage 4908 Auburn Avenue, Bethesda, MD.
October 29 » 2 p.m. National Children Museum 112 Waterfront St, National Harbor, MD. (children's workshop) +info
Flamenco Algarabía José Barrios & Company present flamenco fusion with new choreography featuring Ana Gonzalez. When
November 17 – 20 Where
GALA Hispanic Theatre 3333 14th St, N.W. Washington, D.C. +info
Falla / Stravinsky Dancers from Peridance Ensemble in New York City join singer Esperanza Fernandez in this concert featuring the works of Igor Stravinsky and Manuel de Falla. When
December 3 » 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. December 4 » 2 p.m. Where
Davis Performing Arts Center, Gonda Theatre Georgetown University. 37 th and O Street N.W. TICKETS
$25 per person $5 for students with valid ID. +info
More information and updates at: www.spainculture.us
Fuego Flamenco VII
Spain in DCFOTOWEEK
In collaboration with Fundación Conservatorio Casa Patas of Madrid, GALA presents José Barrios & Company with new choreography featuring Ana Gonzalez. Also Edwin Aparicio Dance Company.
Spanish photographer Alberto Schommer's portraits will be on display at Washington Photo Week.
One week of photography exhibitions in Washington, D.C.
November 5 – 12
November 17 – December 4 (Thursdays through Sundays)
Fuego Flamenco with Jose Barrios November 17 – 20
Flamenco Aparicio Dance Company December 3 & 4
November (TBA) Where
Washington Photo Week (TBA) +info
Jordi Socías
GALA Hispanic Theatre 3333 14 th Street N.W.
Exhibition of one of Spain's renowned photojournalists, Jordi Socías.
Various venues +info
Flamenco en Familia free lecture November 26 » 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Where
November 9 – January 15 (2012) Where
Mexican Cultural Institute 2829 16 th St, N.W. +info
Penélope Cruz, Madrid, 1993. © Jordi Socías
COMING 2012 From Spain
Urban Culture
Spain Art Fest '11 After great public success with a turnout of more than 700,000 people and media attention, the Second Edition of Spain Art Fest will showcase Spanish and American artists in Times Square, NY. March
Next: Dance with E Company A performance choreographed by Andrea Miller and performed by E Dance Company of Washington, D.C. April
Miró An exhibition of the great Spanish artist at the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C.
Feria del Libro y de las Artes Feria del libro en San Juan de Puerto Rico.
www.spainculture.us www.facebook.com/SpainArtsCulture www.twitter.com/SpainCultureUSA
Times and venues can change, please make sure before any event to check details at www.spainculture.us
Free admission to all events except when host institution charges apply
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The 2011 fall / winter season of SPAIN arts & culture offers a wide range of cultural activities around the United States


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Skinny Baked Mozzarella Sticks
Hot mozzarella sticks – I can't think of a more popular finger food for both kids and adults alike. My oldest daughter Karina LOVES them and these never disappoint! Made lighter with part-skim mozzarella then coated with crispy seasoned breadcrumbs and baked (not fried!) until hot and golden. Serve them with my quick marinara sauce and you have yourself an appetizer everyone will love!
I've revived these from the archives as Superbowl is approaching, these would be a great appetizer. Baking them as opposed to frying and using part skim cheese doesn't effect how good these are. The cheese still melts, see for yourself!
Of course, you'll want to serve them hot right out of the oven, because like any cheese, as they cool they harden fast.
It actually took me several attempts to get these perfect. I played around with different brands of light string cheese to see which yielded the best results. The winner was Sargento part-skim, low-sodium. Although it's not the cheese with the least amount of fat compared to some other brands, it had the best flavor and wasn't as salty as I found some brands to be.
These are freezer friendly, in fact these MUST be frozen before you bake them or you will have one big cheesy mess in your oven so it's best to make them at least a day ahead! The good news is you can bread them all ahead of time then place them on a tray with wax paper and freeze them until you are ready to bake. I then transfer them to ziplock bags, so any time I want to bake a few I just pop them in the oven! I serve them with my marinara sauce or dipping, enjoy!
Skinny Baked Mozzarella Sticks
Total Time: 20 minutes plus freeze time
- 12 sticks part-skim, reduced sodium mozzarella string cheese (Sargento)
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 2 tbsp flour
- 5 tbsp Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
- 5 tbsp panko crumbs
- 2 tsp parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp dried parsley
- olive oil cooking spray (I used my misto)
- Cut cheese in half to give you 24 pieces. Place cheese in the freezer until cheese is frozen.
- In small bowl, whisk the egg. Place the flour on another small dish.
- In separate bowl, combine bread crumbs, panko, parmesan cheese and dried parsley.
- Dip the frozen sticks in flour, shaking off excess, then into the egg, then coat with the crumbs.
- Repeat this process with the remaining cheese placing them on a tray with wax paper.
- Place cheese back into the freezer at least 1 hour until ready to bake (this is a MUST or they will melt before the crumbs get golden).
- When ready to bake preheat oven to 400° F.
- Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and lightly spray with oil. Place frozen cheese sticks on baking sheet. Spray the tops of the mozzarella sticks with a little more oil and bake in the bottom third of your oven until crisp, about 4 to 5 minutes.
- Turn and bake an additional 4 – 5 minutes watching them closely so they don't melt.
* There will be extra crumbs and flour after breading, I've deducted them from the nutritional info.
Nutrition Information
Yield: 12 servings, Serving Size: 2 pieces
- Amount Per Serving:
- Smart Points: 3
- Points +: 2
- Calories: 87
- Total Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: g
- Cholesterol: mg
- Sodium: 168.5mg
- Carbohydrates: 3.5g
- Fiber: 0.2g
- Sugar: 0.2g
- Protein: 7.5g
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Real Madrid v. Real Sociedad: The Game PlanAugust 15, 2009
Two weeks to go for the new season, three games left to select the best team for the new season, and tonight's game should be the first game for us to see who are the first eleven.
Since the start of the pre-season games, Manuel Pellegrini has been experimenting with the team, shifting players, and trying different plans.
So I think today's game should be about who is going to actually be in the first eleven.
First let me notice that Adan, Metzelder, Negredo, Diarra, Van Nistelrooy, Gago, Ramos and Marcelo have been left off the list and will stay in Madrid. So from all of them Ramos and may be Marcelo are going to be from the staring eleven.
So putting aside Casillas, Pellegrini should know focus on playing Pepe and Albiol together, Arbeloa on the right and Drenthe on the left.
I guess this is the time to see Xabi Alonso and Lass together, with CR9 on the right and Kaka as free playmaker.
Now when it comes to the attackers, I think MP will go with Benzema and Raul.
Maybe lots of people disagree with that but having Raul in a very attacking minded team will give some balance, because he will drift back whenever needed.
Finally I would like to congratulate Real Sociedad on there centenary, and let's see how Xabi Alonso first time against his previous club will be...we wish him luck.


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Friday, June 19, 2009
Pay $3 Million or We Sell This Kandinsky
1 comment:
- Donald Frazell said...
The artistes who ran this museum into the ground, buying academic crap that no one goes to see, are the villains. They took city monies, and donors, and wasted it for years for their own concepts of artsyfarsty living. No one goes, only for music, weddings, adn coffee after walking ro running the bluffs.
Its a beautiful house, wasted on incompetents, a terrible collection considering how long it has been there. And this stuff is run of the mill Kandinsky works,and mediocre jawlensky stuff. No Klees, so I dont care.
Sell it, there are thousands of homeless to look after. These piceces of paper wont be destroyed, get over yourselves. Life will go on. Except for those whose lives are being destroyed everyday by the same patrons of teh arts who created this finanical disaster, far from hitting bottom yet. Art is for the living, go get a life.
art collegia delenda est
- June 19, 2009 at 4:17 PM


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Public Safety, Liability, and Why Here?The Friends of LOVE Park has been in ongoing negotiations with the City of Philadelphia Managing Directors Office. The City has identified two major concerns that FOLP has since addressed in its Balanced Solution.
The first concern was funding. However, with the recent promise of $1,000,000 from DC Shoes, as well as tens of thousands in private and corporate donations, FOLP has demonstrated that funding for the parks continued upkeep will not be a problem. It will certainly not fall on the shoulders of taxpayers. The Friends of LOVE Park will manage the money, ensure that the park is well-maintained, and engage in continued fundraising.
The Citys other major concern has been public safety. This is also a concern that has been echoed by citizens. The purpose of this paper is to explain how FOLPs Balanced Solution addresses the issue of safety in LOVE Park.
Public SafetySome pedestrians do not feel safe passing though a space with skateboarders. At lunchtime, the park is filled with people eating, to the point that with skateboarders the park may become overpopulated. In FOLPs Balanced Solution, we propose the following steps to protect skateboarders and pedestrians, and make the space work as a multi-use environment:
- Limit skateboarding hours: LOVE Park is a popular spot for downtown workers to have lunch. For this reason we propose allowing skateboarding only after 3:00 PM on the weekdays, and all day on the weekends. Other cities around the world have found success with a similar solution, allowing skateboarding in public spaces only during certain hours. At the same time, the presence of skateboarders will give LOVE Park a lively atmosphere after office hours. A number of residents have written to us saying that they felt safe with the skateboarders there at night. Since the skating ban, they have told us, they haven't felt safe walking through the park after dark; The presence of the skateboarders made their neighborhood feel safer at night.
- Create a skate-free, pedestrian passage: FOLP proposes banning skateboarding at all times along the southernmost side of LOVE Park, and creating a pedestrian passage between the grass plots and the south wall. We intend to install rumble strips in the ground (like on a highway shoulder), a well-established means to prevent skateboarding on that area. Skateboards will not work on this surface. This is surrounded by a grassy area, again not appropriate for skateboarding. The grass and strip will create a safe zone where you can walk without fear of being hit by either a skateboarder or a runaway skateboard! This will create a direct and clear passage for pedestrians who do not wish to share the space of the main park with skateboarders.
- Provide Monitors to Enforce Safety: The Friends of LOVE Park plans to station a monitor at the park to enforce the ban on skateboarding before 3:00 PM, and also to enforce park rules and safety while skateboarding is allowed, after 3:00 PM.
Legal LiabilityThe City early on voiced a concern about legal liability for injury. However, we have shown that the liability is no different than that at any other public space where people practice a sport. The city is not liable for injuries incurred from skateboarding at LOVE Park.
We have then heard the argument that skateboarding is a dangerous sport. This is simply false. Skateboarding has been ranked as far less dangerous than soccer, baseball, or basketball. In a study of safety of major sports, skateboarding ranks barely below volleyball. In fact, the current trend in skateboarding that LOVE Park helped to create internationally -- called street skating -- is a low-speed, low impact form of the sport. It does not entail ramps of flips, but instead high-coordination maneuvers on low benches and ledges.
Why LOVE Park? Why Not Build a New Skate Park?LOVE Park is a world-famous icon, a mecca for an entire generation. Whether they skateboard or not, thousands of young people have considered Philadelphia for college and for life after college because of Philadelphias youth-friendly image, created by LOVE Park. Allowing skateboarding in LOVE Park shows them that Philadelphia cares about its youth. For people under 30, nationwide, LOVE Park is one of few things people know about Philadelphia and for that reason, banning skateboarding has had a crippling effect on Philadelphias image, and its attraction for new residents.
Just as we cannot move Independence Hall, we cannot move LOVE Park. For this generation, it is what makes Philadelphia famous and appealing. Students with choices of colleges tilt toward Philadelphia because of LOVE Park. Thousands of tourists flock to this city with their children lured by LOVE Park. This park has appeared in movies, magazines, and even video games. We must accept the fact that skateboarding must remain at LOVE Park and find a way to incorporate it into the parks other uses.
Mixed UseAcross the nation there is a major trend in architecture and urban design called mixed use. This means that spaces are utilized for multiple functions to create a lively and diverse urban setting. Urban experts and city officials across the country have identified LOVE Park as one of the nations most successful mixed-use spaces. It combines people from many walks of life in a world-famous icon that other cities have spent millions trying to duplicate.
For all of these reasons, it is critical to incorporate skateboarding at LOVE Park if Philadelphia wants to continue to attract new residents and maintain a positive image. The fact remains that in any space with athletic activity, there is some risk of injury. While it would be convenient simply to move the skateboarding to another location, that location will not have the world-famous iconic stature that LOVE Park already has.
The Friends of LOVE Park feels that these measures will greatly improve LOVE Parks potential as a mixed-use space. We currently have enough funding to pay for all of these measures, regular maintenance and cleaning, as well as the monitor for at least ten years.
A Daily News poll in 2003 showed that 70% of Philadelphians want to return skateboarding to LOVE Park. Therefore, with the support of much of this city, as well as city and business officials in Philadelphia and around the world, we hope to return skateboarding to LOVE Park. This will be an important step to return Philadelphias worldwide fame and youth-friendly image, paving the way for further efforts to make Philadelphia great.
Report and Site Change Proposal from the Friends of LOVE Park [Acrobat format]
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With the Saints' defense, you never know what you might get
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When Curtis Lofton gets his game plan each week, the New Orleans Saints' inside linebacker and leading tackler never knows what to expect.
And that's as good a place as any to begin in examining just what has happened to the Saints' defense in its first season under coordinator Rob Ryan.
"Rob is always going to have something exotic," Lofton said during a conference-call interview Tuesday, when the Saints began preparing for their divisional playoff game against the Seahawks at CenturyLink Field on Saturday afternoon. "It's fun for us as players because I feel it causes other teams to have to worry about, you never what (defense) we're going to be in."
Last season, the Saints yielded more yards than any defense in the 94-season history of the NFL – 7,042, to be exact, or a staggering average of 440.1 yards per game. That broke a 32-year-old record of 6,793 yards allowed that had been set by the Baltimore Colts.
In Sunday's wild-card game in Philadelphia, the Saints held an Eagles offense that ranked No. 2 in the league during the regular season (417.3) behind the record-setting Denver Broncos to 122 yards in the first half and 256 for the game.
"There's been a culture shift of accountability and what it takes to be successful in our defensive room," now-injured cornerback Jabari Greer told USA Today earlier this season. "And it's been much needed."
As Lofton put it, "Rob's personality fits more with the group that we have now. He instills confidence in us, and that's been the biggest thing for us. We're a confident bunch. We feel like we can play with anybody."
That's why Saints coach Sean Payton sought out Ryan, the son of former NFL coach Buddy Ryan and twin brother of New York Jets coach Rex Ryan.
"I didn't know Rob, and really hadn't met him. It was after talking with a handful of people," Payton said during a conference-call interview of what led him to Ryan. "His passion for the game, it's contagious with the players. He works great with the rest of the staff. All those things that you value as a head coach. And I think the process was a good one for us.
"You learn a little bit more when you start researching someone like that and it ended up working out great for us."
The average passing yards allowed improved from 31st in the league last season to No. 2 this season (194.1), again behind only the Seahawks (172.0). The Saints' sacks also were up (to 49, from 30 last season).
It's a statistical turnaround that's so radical it prompted Don Banks to offer in his wild-card weekend "Snap Judgments" at SI.com: "Hard to underestimate the return of Sean Payton in the Saints' success this season, but as I've thought since the offseason, the hiring of Rob Ryan as the defensive coordinator is the even bigger factor in New Orleans' renewed prominence. Even with Payton back calling the plays and the shots for that high-powered offense, the Saints couldn't have won this season if nothing had changed on what was a historically bad defense."
Dan Morgan was a Pro Bowl linebacker for the Panthers before becoming the Seahawks' assistant director of pro personnel. So he has studied the Saints' defense in depth, and knows what he's studying.
"They're an aggressive defense, and he just does a good job of mixing things up and moving guys around," Morgan said. "Just like the offense, they do a really good job of creating mismatches on defense. Different guys will be in different spots. They will try to trick you that way.
"So they're a tricky defense at times, but he's done a good job of getting them together and they're playing good football. They've got really good schemes, they've got good players and they're just doing a good job."
Case in point: The last time the Saints played the Seahawks, in Week 13 at CenturyLink Field; and the last game they played, Sunday against the Eagles.
Flash forward five weeks, and Ryan pressured less and dropped more defenders into coverage against the Eagles. LeSean McCoy, the NFL's leading rusher with 1,607 yards during the regular season, had 77 on 21 carries. DeSean Jackson, who caught 82 passes for 1,332 yards and nine touchdowns for the NFC East champions, did not catch a pass until there were 3 minutes left in the third quarter.
Which Saints' defense are the Seahawks supposed to prepare for?
"I don't think you do know," offensive coordinator Darrell Bevell said. "What we focus on is what we do and how we're going to do it. Obviously there's going to be tendencies and all that. Who their players are and what they like to play. They can change it up at any moment. We have to be ready for the specific looks that they like to do and we'll see if we hit that play versus that coverage, and we'll be ready to go."
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