Mozaico Flamenco Sunday Salon Series presents “ARBOLES” or “trees” by emerging Colombian-Canadian artist Jhoely Triana, April 2, 7:30pm

About this Event:

Mozaico Flamenco Sunday Salon Series presents “Arboles” (Trees), a triptych of solos that revolve around the concept of memories by emerging Colombian-Canadian artist, Jhoely Triana. The show uses the metaphor of trees to represent how we must honor our roots and gather strength from our past to reach new heights so that we can share our lived experiences with our community and spread the seeds of empathy and compassion. The project is a personal reflection of changes in our urbanspaces, loss of a loved one and connection to ancestral struggles which are topics that many can relate to. It showcases three different flamenco song forms, the Solea por bulerias, Guajiras and Seguiriyas, in Jhoely’s own interpretation.

She cites:

“Cambian Los Tiempos” is a traditional flamenco song form of Solea por Buleria danced on a tree stump to symbolize the connection to my roots and to flamenco tradition while focusing on contemporary issues of environment and deforestation. As urbanspaces continue to develop, more and more trees are cut down or become sick and die. Flamenco dancers have a strong connection with wood through our rhythmic footwork on a wooden dance floor.

“Mi Piel” is about memories that the body holds, like the rings of a tree, the body tells a story. Even though we may have overcome a loss, the memories still bring us back to the sadness. It is a contrast between grief over losing a loved one and the joy and happiness in my own marriage. I dance in my wedding dress which represents my skin – my memories and my hopes.

“Perseverancia”, is about perseverance and overcoming injuries, setbacks, isolation and hardship and connecting with my ancestors’ struggles. Reaching through my roots to find the strength to reach new heights. Using my dance as a way to share my lived experiences with my community allows me to spread empathy and compassion. We all struggle and we all can persevere. We may struggle in different ways but I hope to show others they are not alone, planting the seed of compassion.

ABOUT SUNDAY SALON SERIES

Mozaico Flamenco’s Sunday Salon Series showcases official shows at 7:30pm in the first set, followed by question and answer period so that audience can get to know the artists over red wine. At 8:30pm, Mozaico Flamenco forms an artistic circle and that is where the Flamenco Fiesta begins! We encourage everyone to get dressed up in flamenco flamboyance to celebrate, whether that is a flower in the hair or polka-dot dress, but if you have neither, just come with your voice and clapping hands. Be ready for anything!

Celebrate this wonderful event with Mozaico Flamenco. Special thanks to the generous support of the BC Arts Council for keeping the Arts alive in BC with the emergency Arts Impact grant. Let’s bring Flamenco to the Community!

Anne MacDonald Studio, Presentation House Theatre

333 Chesterfield Ave, North Vancouver BC (blocks from the seabus station!)

Tickets In Advance through eventbrite $20 taxes

Info: www.mozaicoflamenco.com

Media Contact: Kasandra Lea Kasandra@mozaicoflamenco.com 604-671-9182

Saturday – April 29 – 1:00 PM & 4:00 PM

Young Eva is excited to learn new words and ideas. Her beloved Grandpa forgets – his memories and words aren’t close at hand anymore. But that doesn’t keep them from playing in the present and creating new stories together. This joyful learning in place theatrical experience for kids ages 3-7 explores intergenerational love with warmth, laughter & puppetry.

Eva and her brother lift Grandpa’s spirits on moving day as he transitions into a new home.  Follow along as they find joy in the moment and learn understanding for a lifetime.

FOR AGES 3 -7

Co-Production with Marionetas de las Esquinas and Presentation House Theatre

Sunday – April 30 – 11:00 AM & 1:00 PM

Young Eva is excited to learn new words and ideas. Her beloved Grandpa forgets – his memories and words aren’t close at hand anymore. But that doesn’t keep them from playing in the present and creating new stories together. This joyful learning in place theatrical experience for kids ages 3-7 explores intergenerational love with warmth, laughter & puppetry.

Eva and her brother lift Grandpa’s spirits on moving day as he transitions into a new home.  Follow along as they find joy in the moment and learn understanding for a lifetime.

FOR AGES 3 -7

Co-Production with Marionetas de las Esquinas and Presentation House Theatre

Saturday – May 6 – 1:00 PM & 4:00 PM

Young Eva is excited to learn new words and ideas. Her beloved Grandpa forgets – his memories and words aren’t close at hand anymore. But that doesn’t keep them from playing in the present and creating new stories together. This joyful learning in place theatrical experience for kids ages 3-7 explores intergenerational love with warmth, laughter & puppetry.

Eva and her brother lift Grandpa’s spirits on moving day as he transitions into a new home.  Follow along as they find joy in the moment and learn understanding for a lifetime.

FOR AGES 3 -7

Co-Production with Marionetas de las Esquinas and Presentation House Theatre

Sunday – May 7 – 11:00 AM & 1:00 PM

Young Eva is excited to learn new words and ideas. Her beloved Grandpa forgets – his memories and words aren’t close at hand anymore. But that doesn’t keep them from playing in the present and creating new stories together. This joyful learning in place theatrical experience for kids ages 3-7 explores intergenerational love with warmth, laughter & puppetry.

Eva and her brother lift Grandpa’s spirits on moving day as he transitions into a new home.  Follow along as they find joy in the moment and learn understanding for a lifetime.

FOR AGES 3 -7

Co-Production with Marionetas de las Esquinas and Presentation House Theatre