Escena Lanzarote: A unique Festival of Performing Arts
The Festival of Performing Arts of Lanzarote, Escena, returns for a new edition. This festival pays tribute to the performing arts within the unique natural spaces designed by César Manrique, the Centers of Art, Culture, and Tourism. It highlights the harmony between art and nature, showcasing Lanzarote as a singular example of symbiosis between the two.
Artistic performances intertwine with Manrique’s iconic settings, enriching the experience for both spectators and artists. These natural venues amplify the impact of each performance, turning every event into an unforgettable experience.
Alberto Velasco: Multidisciplinary Talent
Alberto Velasco is an actor and creator who stands out in the Spanish arts scene, known for his eclectic style. He has collaborated with directors such as Carlota Ferrer and Chevi Muraday and has been awarded the Max Award and the GODOFF. On television, he has appeared in series like Vis a Vis and Señoras del (H)ampa, and in film, he has been part of projects such as La Mano Invisible and Las Niñas de Cristal. He has directed short films like Volcánica and El Rey de las Flores, and in 2023, he developed his fiction project Villa Futuro with Netflix‘s CAMBIO de PLANO grant.
An Authentic connection with living folklore
In Mover Montañas, folklore is transformed into a living manifesto, a call to return to communities their dances, legends, and songs. Through dance and the body, this piece advocates for the need of ritual as a response to a society in crisis, appealing to the collective consciousness that is moved by sounds, melodies, and rituals. The work seeks a genuine and timeless connection with folklore that transcends borders and eras. Here, tradition is understood as a natural and continuous process, a space for gathering and communion, full of joy and emotion.
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Créditos
- Creation and Performance: Alberto Velasco
- Choreography: Alberto Velasco, Manuel Liñán & Osa + Mujica
- Music: Mariano Marín
- Texts: Alberto Velasco
- Percussion: Pablo Martin Jones
- Costume Design: Sara Sánchez de la Morena
- Bata de Cola*: José Galván
- Masks: Iker de la Calle
- Technical Support: Raúl Escudero
- Voiceover: Petra Martinez
- Executive Production and Distribution: Elena Martínez / ElenArtesescénicas
- Co-production: Festival TAC Valladolid and Festival Danseu
*The bata de cola is a long dress with an extended train, worn in flamenco. The long train is skillfully maneuvered during the dance, adding elegance and drama to the performance.
