Flamenco fix

PREPARE to be swept off your feet to the beats of the 31st annual ‘Puerta de la Axarquia’ Flamenco Festival in Rincon de la Victoria on Saturday, July 29, from 10.30pm.

This year’s festival promises to be an unforgettable evening of music and dance, featuring renowned flamenco artists like Ezequiel Benítez, Pedro Carmona, and Chato de Vélez. Or­

1957 ganized by the Department of Culture of the Rincón de la Victoria Town Council and the El Piyayo Peña, the festival will take place in the beautiful outdoor courtyard at Manuel Laza Palacio School.

Guitarists, including Paco León, Luis Salao, and Antonio Santiago ‘Ñoño’, will accompany the dancers with palmas from Naim Real, Luisa Chicano, and Quico de Tiriri, among other performers.

The festival’s president, María del Carmen Lastre, gave her thanks to the local council and regional government for their support. Lastre invited everyone to enjoy the open­air flamenco show.

Tickets start at €10 for members of the Peña and cost €15 for the general public for the fabulous flamenco event.