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The Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County
Announces
starring reigning flamenco queen
SARA BARAS
with her glorious 15-member company
BALLET FLAMENCO SARA BARAS
“Artistry of the highest caliber!” – Express (UK)
March 12 – 14, 2015
John S. and James L. Knight Concert Hall
MIAMI, FL February 11, 2015 – The Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of MiamiDade County proudly announces FLAMENCO FESTIVAL MIAMI 2015 presented by
TotalBank, returning for an 8th season featuring four glorious performances by one of Spain’s
foremost ambassadors of flamenco, BALLET FLAMENCO SARA BARAS, in the Center’s John
S. and James L. Knight Concert Hall from March 12-14, 2015.
Tickets for Flamenco Festival Miami 2015 range from $35 – $95* and can be purchased through
the Adrienne Arsht Center box office by calling (305) 949-6722, or online at
www.arshtcenter.org.
Sara Baras has become internationally famous for her brilliant footwork and captivating stage
presence over a career that has spanned more than 20 years. As an ambassador of Spanish
culture to the world, Baras was asked to lend her image for the creation of Spain Barbie®; was
honored by the Spanish government with a commemorative postage stamp; and has been the
face of major international brands such as Cartier and Freixenet.
For their Miami engagement, BALLET FLAMENCO SARA BARAS performs VOCES, a thrilling
new evening-length work created by Baras as a tribute to the great proponents (or “voices”) of
flamenco – Paco de Lucia, Antonio Gades, Enrique Morente, Moraito and Carmen Amaya.
Baras will be joined on stage by her company of dancers, including guest artist José Serrano,
and her group of seven vocalists and musicians.
“Flamenco Festival Miami has become one of the premier flamenco events in the country, its
power and majesty enjoyed by more than 40,000 people in our community. This season’s
headlining company - Ballet Flamenco Sara Baras – promises to bring to Miami the rich
flamenco tradition with the modern new twists that herald the new world of flamenco dance
growing in Spain,” said John Richard, Arsht Center President and CEO.
Sara Baras has earned dozens of prestigious dance awards, including Spain’s highest dance
honor (National Dance Award), France’s Medaille de Vermeil de la Villa de Paris, Kennedy
Center’s Gold Medal in the Arts and the National Dance Gold Medal of Andalucía, the birthplace
of flamenco. Described by The Guardian as a “woman who can dance up not just a flamenco
storm, but a hurricane,” Baras has created and choreographed 11 original evening works and
delivered more than 2,500 magnificent performances with her company all over the world.
Opening night (March 12) of FLAMENCO FESTIVAL MIAMI 2015 presented by TotalBank is
part of the Knight Masterworks Season – Signature Dance Series made possible with support
from Knight Foundation.
Flamenco Festival Miami 2015 is made possible with the support of Balearia Bahamas Express,
the Miami-Dade County Tourist Development Council, the Miami-Dade County Department of
Cultural Affairs, the Cultural Affairs Council, the Miami-Dade County Mayor and Board of
County Commissioners.
*All programs, artists, ticket prices, availability, dates and times are subject to change without notice. Visit
www.arshtcenter.org for up-to-date information for details and schedules.
Photos: For High-Resolution Download, Right Click on Photo(s) Below and Select “Open
Hyperlink.
Voces, Suite Flamenca
Photo Credit: Santana de Yepes
Sara Voces II
Photo Credit: Jullete Valtinedas
Additional high-resolution photos are available at www.arshtcenter.org/press and
www.mediafire.com/arshtcenterphotos
The Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County is made possible by the public
support of the Miami-Dade County Mayor and the Board of County Commissioners, the Miami-Dade
County Department of Cultural Affairs and the Cultural Affairs Council, the Miami-Dade County Tourist
Development Council and the City of Miami Omni Community Redevelopment Agency, as well as the
State of Florida, Department of State, Division of Cultural Affairs and the Florida Council on Arts and
Culture. The Adrienne Arsht Center also receives generous support from individuals, corporations and
local, state and national foundations.
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About the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County
Set in the heart of downtown Miami and designed by world-renowned architect Cesar Pelli, the Adrienne
Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County is one of the world’s leading performing arts
organizations and venues. Since opening in 2006, the Arsht Center, a 501C3 non-profit organization, has
emerged as a leader in presenting innovative programming that mirrors South Florida’s diversity as well
as a catalyst for billions of dollars in new development in the downtown area. Spotlighting legends and
serving as a launch pad for local artists to make their mark on the international stage, the Center presents
nearly 500 events each year across its eight flexible, state-of-the-art performance spaces. The Center
programs 12 signature series, including the largest jazz series in South Florida, the biggest flamenco
festival on the East Coast, and a robust program of new theatrical works as well as free programming for
the community and an arts education program that serves nearly 30,000 children each year. As Miami’s
new Town Square, the Arsht Center also houses BRAVA!, a fine dining restaurant; the Café at Books &
Books in the historic Carnival Tower and a weekly Farmers Market.
Visit www.arshtcenter.org for more information.
About TotalBank
TotalBank is a leading integrated retail-commercial bank in South Florida with more than $2.5 billion in
assets and 21 convenient locations throughout Miami-Dade County. Headquartered in Miami, TotalBank
has served the South Florida community for 40 years, offering a broad range of domestic and
international financial services to corporations, small businesses and individual consumers. The bank
offers superior customer service focused on meeting the financial needs of customers while earning their
confidence and loyalty. A member of Grupo Banco Popular Español, with more than $230 billion in assets
and 2,700 branches, TotalBank is strengthened by its parent, one of the largest banking groups in Spain.
More information can be found at www.totalbank.com.