Theatre network
THE Andalucian Network of Public Theatres, managed by the Regional Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport, through the Andalucian Agency of Cultural Institutions, will be present in eight municipalities in the province of Malaga this year, in which it allocates the largest budget to date. The municipalities of Marbella, Nerja, Alhaurin el Grande, Villanueva del Rosario, Coín, Torremolinos, Ronda and Alhaurin de la Torre will be part of the network next year. These are in addition to the 63 in the rest of the Andalucian provinces. In total, the programme will have a budget of €1,150,000, an investment 15 per cent higher than in 2023 and, “the biggest commitment of the Regional Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport for the Network, which has established itself as the backbone of culture in our community and the driving force behind the economic activity of the Andalucian cultural industry,” said the Minister, Arturo Bernal. The main objective is to bring theatre, circus, music and dance shows to the stages of the municipalities, facilitating the access of the population to the performing arts and contributing to the development of the Andalucian business fabric of the cultural sector. The number of shows to be programmed in the catalogue has been increased by 114 new proposals for music, theatre, dance and circus. Those that finally become part of the catalogue are chosen by the Agency and the municipalities in two periods of the year. In 2023, 615 theatre, dance, circus and music performances took place within the network.
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Fuengirola Rocks QUEENS of the Stone Age will play Marenostrum Fuengirola on June 23 as part of their international tour. The legendary American rock band will be at the Fuengirola venue with a ‘historic’ show celebrating the band’s 25th anniversary. Tickets went are on sale from the website https://marenostrumfuen girola.com. “It will be a unique opportunity to enjoy Queens of the Stone Age’s international tour with their unmistakable sound on the impressive Unicaja Banco stage. The group led by Josh Hommes will land in Fuengirola. Moreover, they will not be alone. An opening band will accompany them as part of the big surprise, which will be unveiled soon,” said THE Three Kings will hand out more than 8,000 kilos of gluten-free sweets in Mijas in the three parades that will pass through the streets of the three urban centres. The procession will be made up of the royal floats, the Christmas entertainment floats, children’s entertainment groups, large format entertainment and brass bands. In addition to the eight tonnes of sugared sweets, the more than 270 children who will take part in the parade will throw 5,000 bags of gusanitos (like corn puffs), 1,200 candy bars, 2,000 balls, teddy bears and other toys. There will also be five kilos of sugar-free sweets available, which can be requested from those in charge of the floats. According to the councillor for Fiestas, Silvia Marín, the parade in Mijas Pueblo is scheduled to begin at 4.30pm and at 5pm the parades in La Cala and Las Lagunas will begin simultaneous-
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ROCK BAND: Coming to Marenostrum in Fuengirola.
the councillor for Culture, Rodrigo Romero. Queens of the Stone Age is a rock band from Palm Desert, California, United States. The band is frequently labelled stoner rock, although they reject the label. They developed a style of riff-oriented, heavy music which the band’s founder and master-
mind Josh Homme described as “robot rock”, saying that he “wanted to create a heavy sound based on a solid jam, just pound it into your head”. Since then, their sound has evolved to incorporate a variety of different styles and influences. Queens of the Stone Age formed in 1997 and began
playing together during the now legendary Desert Sessions. Queens of the Stone Age have gone through many line-up changes since first breaking into the hard rock scene. Dave Grohl recorded drums, percussion and backing vocals on Songs for the Deaf and toured in support of the album in 2002 before returning to the Foo Fighters. Their most recent line-up includes: Josh Homme (guitar, vocals), Troy Van Leeuwen (guitar, lap steel, keyboards, backing vocals), Jon Theodore (drums, percussion), Michael Shuman (bass, backing vocals), and Dean Fertita (keyboards, guitar, backing vocals).
Kings by helicopter THE Three Wise Men from the East have contacted the mayor of Manilva, Mario Jiménez, to welcome them and the local children today, Thursday, January 5 at 11am at the fairgrounds. They will arrive in the Guardia Civil helicopter to enjoy a Three Kings’ party at the fairgrounds. The town hall invites families to spend a pleasant morning with Gaspar, Melchior and Balthazar. In the afternoon, the parade will take place in the three urban centres of Manilva.
8,000 kilos of sweets Town Hall will invite the residents to hot chocolate and
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THREE KINGS: Will pass through the streets of Mijas.
ly. Before the parade starts in Mijas Pueblo, the mayor Ana Mata will welcome the parade in the town hall and present them with the key to the town. The route in Mijas Pueblo will start at Avenida Virgen de Peña and finish in Plaza Virgen de la Peña. In La Cala de Mijas, the parade will start from the boulevard, in front of the cultural centre and finish in Butibamba
park. In Las Lagunas, the procession will leave from the water park and everyone can meet Melchor, Gaspar and Baltasar in María Zambrano park. At the end of the parade, Their Majesties the Three Wise Men will receive the children to listen to their last wishes, take photos with them and give them the toys that have not yet been distributed. As a final touch, Mijas
roscón de reyes at the three end-points of the parades.
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Snow White
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A fun fairy tale.
Perfection where people considered different or ugly are expelled from the country; only Snow White will be able to change this situation by confronting the evil queen.
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Disco dogs Los Arcos Restaurant is near Km 6 on the A7059, about a five-minute drive from Coin on the Coin to Cartama road. For further information phone or Whatsapp Joe on 626 942 427. All proceeds are 100 per cent to help the animal charity 11207 - last chanceanimalrescues pain.org. The mission of the charity is to find loving forever homes for the huge number of abandoned, abused and injured animals that they rescue. As with many charity organisations, they do not receive any government
funding and rely entirely on donations and fund raising events like this. Every single cent helps them to save lives. Every day brings new animals into the rescue centre, saved from the streets, from lives of neglect and abuse and abandonment. They heal, rehabilitate and rehome all these poor animals, and for those who are unable to be homed they offer a lifetime with them as a sanctuary animal. The Last Chance Animal Rescue team work tirelessly to home as many as possible so let’s help them in their work.
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CHICAGO LIFE. The Musical comes to Malaga on Saturday, January 20 at 8pm in the Congress Centre. A great show with an exciting original script, with thrilling choreography and great live voices, an excellent staging and the best songs from the films La La Land, Cabaret, Burlesque and Chicago; all set in the most bustling and unique Night Club in Chicago, ‘The Magic Dwarf’, to put together an exciting show that will thrill the audience. A show that will make you become part of the original story of the mythical place where neither monotony nor conformity have any place and where love and friendship will make you feel and vibrate. A great show full of magic, sensuality and music. It’s the last days of the legendary Chicago Night Club, ‘The Magic Dwarf”’ and the club is dressed up to receive the live broadcast of the famous radio show “‘The City of Stars’. A big
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7,000 kilos of sweets
TORREMOLINOS PARADE: Sweets without gluten and without sugar will also be thrown. Photo: facebook / Chicago Life
CHICAGO MUSICAL: A great show with an exciting script.
event for this famous venue whose days are numbered and which is doomed to become a supermarket. The well-known announcer, presenter and influencer Tony Zuko, will carry out the live broadcast of this programme, in which all the artists of this venue will participate, including Daisy Green, Roxie and Ernest White, owner of the venue. The meeting between Tony and Daisy, and the latter’s knowledge of the imminent
closure of the venue, will be the turning point from which an exciting and vibrant plot will unfold. A magical night in which anything can happen to the sound of the best Burlesque songs of Chicago: when the sun goes down, CHICAGO wakes up! Tickets are available from the Pala cio de Congresos websi te: https:// fycma.com
THE Three Wise Men will bring joy and magic to Torremolinos on January 5. This year, the Three Wise Men parade will be made up of 13 floats, 10 belonging to groups and associations, and three royal thrones of their Majesties Melchior, Gaspar and Balthazar. The parade will gather at 4pm in Plaza Blas Infante and will depart at 5pm, following the streets Rafael Quintana Rosado, Calle Europa, Avenida Isabel Manoja, Avenida de los Manantiales, Plaza Costa del Sol, Avenida Palma
de Mallorca, Avenida Joan Miró, Calle Doctor Jiménez Encina, Calle García de la Serna, Calle Rafael Quintana Rosado and Plaza Blas Infante. The finish time will be approximately 8.30pm. Along the route, 7,000 kilos of sweets with and without gluten and with and without sugar will be thrown. There will also be 3,500 soft toys, 2,500 balls and confetti. The Torremolinos Town Hall has prepared a wide range of security arrangements for the parade. More than 250 people including
Local Police, National Police, Fire Brigade, Civil Protection volunteers, volunteers from the different participating associations and workers from the Events and Culture departments will ensure that the parade passes off without incident. Two ambulances will also be available for anyone who may need their services during the parade. The company Litosa will also have a special device that day to ensure that the streets along the route are clean after the floats have passed through.
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The Three Kings.
it reaches the Botanical Orquidario Park. Also on Friday, January 5, from 11am onwards, a children’s party will be held in the Permanent Fair, Sports and Leisure Park to welcome the Three Kings, who will arrive by helicopter, after their traditional visit to the elderly people in the Residence for the Elderly and the Alzheimer’s Day Centre. Estepona Town Hall would
AGE CONCERN Fuengirola, Mijas & Benalmadena is now in its 10th year. To celebrate with and to thank all who have contributed to our success in our community, we are holding a Gala Dinner. This will be held at the Green Label Restaurant, El Chaparal Golf on February 16. Age Concern receives no financial support from National, Regional or Local Government. We provide help that is needed through our own efforts and the invaluable support of businesses and individuals like yourself. Many Age Concern clients experience unplanned hospital stays. For family and friends it is often a difficult task to prepare for loved ones to return home
like to thank the local businesses for their collaboration in donating the sweets that will be distributed during the parade, and encourages all citizens to participate and enjoy the parade.
WEDNESDAY, January 17 at Louie Louie in Estepona sees Ward Hayden and the Outliers take to the stage with a celebration of the life and music of Hank Williams. Ward Hayden and The Outliers have celebrated the life, legacy and music of Hank Williams for going on 15 years. 2023 marked a special year in the life of ol’ Hank, as he was born exactly 100 years ago, and to honour this special occasion the band took their show on the road. To do their part and continue their tradition of keeping the gospel of Hank Williams alive in the modern age, the band are continuing with a string of select tour dates this year bringing the songs of Hank Williams to cities and towns around the country and around the
Gala Dinner safely. At Age Concern for 2024 we have introduced a Hospital to Home Needs Assessment Service. We can provide a more detailed description of what this service provides and how we hope to be able to continue to support our local community at their most difficult times. To help us raise these vital funds to support services like this to those who need it we would like to invite you to consider a sponsorship contribution to support our Gala Dinner Fundraising Event.
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THE Three King’s Parade will distribute 15,000 kilos of sweets and 2,000 toys in Estepona during the Grand Parade, which will run through the main streets of the town on Friday, January 5. The procession of Their Majesties from the East will consist of 10 floats, six parades, the Pastorales ‘Nostalgia Navideña’, the Municipal Band and the Banda Unión Musical Vera+Cruz de Estepona. The floats on which the Three Wise Men will parade will be Egyptian-inspired, while the rest will be dedicated to fictional characters that are popular with the youngest members of the family. The parade of floats will start at 5pm from the Avenida de Andalucia, east side, to continue along the Avenida Juan Carlos I, Avenida de España, and Calle Terraza, until
Photo: Facebook / Estepona Town Hall
Estepona parade Hank Williams tribute
HANK WILLIAMS: Celebrating his life, legacy and music.
globe. Serving as their own accompanying act, Ward Hayden and The Outliers pair their celebration of Hank Williams with a set of their own unique original songs. This is a show not to be missed. A joyous celebration of timeless country classics, legendary stories, and select obscurities pulled from the career of country
music’s most lasting and fabled songwriter: Hank Williams, performed by Ward Hayden & The Outliers.
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The Age Concern Gala Dinner will commence at 7.00pm with a red carpet drinks reception of cava and canapes with live music from Abee Willfly, followed by an evening of fantastic entertainment from Jai Northover, Tony Whitehouse with special guest Magic Mike whilst you enjoy a gourmet three-course dinner complemented with free flowing, wines, beer, and soft drinks of your choosing throughout the dinner. We hope you can join us for our fundraising evening and if you would like any further information about Age Concern or regarding sponsorship for the event please contact: Michelle Greenwood by Email: msmichelle greenwood@gmail.com Telephone: 0034 619 792 738
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THE ensemble Délica invites you to experience classical music from a new perspective. Délica Chamber Orchestra is an ensemble formed exclusively by musically talented women from the most prestigious orchestras in Europe such as England, Germany, Austria, Hungary, France, Spain and others. Their repertoire ranges from baroque to modern music and covers all genres and styles. Délica performs on the most prestigious stages in the world such as the Teatro Real, Auditorio Nacional, Cadogan Hall in London and auditoriums in Germany, the United States, Russia, Japan and Latin America. It is made up of musicians of the highest professional level from all over the world, and has given concerts in prestigious European venues such as Cadogan Hall (London), Palau de la Música and L’Auditori (Barcelona), Kursaal (San Sebastián), Teatro Real and Auditorio Nacional (Madrid), etc. On Saturday, January 13 they will perform at the Palacio de Ferias y Congresos de Malaga, with music featuring the best film compositions by Ennio Morricone, Hans Zimmer and John Williams, along with other great soundtracks including: Wonder Woman (Hans Zimmer) Mission Impossible (Lalo Schifrin) The Da Vinci Code (Hans Zimmer) Cinema Paradiso (Ennio Morricone) Mombasa (Hans Zimmer) Mandalorian (Ludwig Göransson) Game of Thrones (Ramin Djawadi) Avatar (James Horner) The Fabelman (John Williams) Schindler’s list (John Williams)
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Marbella Parade Photo: Marbella Town Hall
Film music
THE Three Kings will spread joy and happiness in Marbella and, on January 4 and 5, they will take to the streets with the traditional parades. Marbella’s mayor, Ángeles Muñoz, welcomed the representatives of Their Majesties from the East in a ceremony held in the Church of Nuestra Señora de la Encarnación. The mayor highlighted their personal and professional careers and said that, “you have a great job ahead of you, but also the pride of transmitting the magic and emotion of these festivities,” said the mayor. The fireman Manuel Lavigne will be the ambassador for King Melchior; the florist and vice-president of the Association of Nativity Scene Makers of Marbella, Daniel Lima, for King Gaspar, and the public relations officer Dame Ndiaye, for King Balthazar. Their Majesties the Three Wise Men will participate in three parades that will take place on January 4 and 5 in the municipality of Marbella, corresponding to Marbella, Nueva Andalucía and Las
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THREE KINGS: Will spread joy and happiness in Marbella.
Chapas. The great parade of the Three Wise Men 2024 in Marbella will take place on Friday, January 5 from 6pm. Starting at Avenida Severo Ochoa (from the La Zambomba building), the parade will follow Ramón y Cajal Avenue and Ricardo Soriano Avenue to Monseñor Rodríguez Bocanegra Square. The 2024 Three Kings Pa-
rade of Las Chapas will be brought forward one day, leaving today, Thursday, January 4 from 6.30pm from Avenida España To get the party started, from 4.30pm to 6.30pm, there will be a children’s Three Wise Men party (with a visit from the Royal Mailman and the installation of bouncy castles) in the car park of the Pinar de Elviria.
The 2024 Three Wise Men Parade of the Nueva Andalucia district will take place on Friday, January from midday starting at the Virgen Madre church and ending at the gardens of the town hall. Once the parade is over, The Three Wise Men will be welcomed in the gardens of the town hall so that all the children who wish to greet them can do so.
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MUSIC FESTIVAL: Plans to expand programme with more artists.
THE festival, with its fourth edition in 2024, originated with the musical evenings known as Serenatas de la Luna Joven and plans to expand the current programme with more artists. The aim is to exceed last year’s attendance figures (50,000 people at the five concerts) and the advertising impact, estimated at €45 million. The festival will kick off on May 31 with a performance by Pablo López from Malaga; Camela, who will be celebrating her 30th anniversary, will give a concert on June 8 and the singer Israel Fernández, together with the guitar of
Diego del Morao, perform on June 22. The line-up continues in July with Antoñito Molina on the 5th; Film Symphony Orchestra on the 6th; Luz Casal on the 12th; Los Morancos on the 13th and Vetusta Morla on the 20th. The head of communications at Grupo Mundo, the festival organiser, Francisco Moraleda, highlighted the charity aspect whereby €1 from each ticket will be donated to the Cudeca foundation, which offers specialised care to people with cancer and other advanced diseases, and the Olivares foundation, which fights against childhood cancer.
Flying in Photo: Fuengirola Town Hall
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THE Three Kings will arrive by helicopter at the Elola sports complex in Fuengirola on Friday, January 5 at 4pm. The Fuengirola parade is one of the largest in Andalucia with 25 floats and seven parades. The itinerary will start at 5pm in Calle Mallorca in El Boquetillo and end around 9.30pm in Avenida Los Boliches. “One of the biggest days of the year in Fuengirola is on January 5 with the Three Kings Parade, which this year will distribute 30,200 kilos of sweets from the 25 floats that make up the procession of Their Majesties from the East,” said the councillor for Festivities, Isabel Moreno, adding, “once again, the Three Kings will arrive in Fuengirola by helicopter. It will be at 4pm when they land in the centre of the Elola pitch to personally greet all the families who congregate on the perimeter of the pitch.” The councillor thanked, “the National Police Force who, once again, have kindly provided the helicopter so that their Majesties can arrive in Fuengirola and land in the neighbourhood of El Bo-
SPORTS COMPLEX: Will host the Three Kings’ arrival.
quetillo to then begin the entire route of the parade from Calle Mallorca.” The procession of the Three Kings will follow the traditional route, starting in Calle Mallorca to go along Avenida de Mijas towards Avenida Juan Gómez Juanito and travel along Camino de Coín, Avenida Condes de San Isidro, Avenida Matías Sáenz de Tejada and Avenida Ramón y Cajal until reaching Avenida de Los Boliches (ending at the monument to the Victims of Terrorism). Moreno has encouraged,
“everyone to gather calmly and spread out along the route, because there will be more than enough sweets for all the children to enjoy. On this occasion we will have seven themed parades, which will precede the floats.” According to Moreno, this year there will be more than 500 children, 250 volunteers, 75 assistants, 25 security guards and 50 people to coordinate the floats, as well as a security team made up of Local Police, National Police, Fire Brigade, Civil Protection, as well as municipal staff .
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CLASSIC BAND: A tribute to Dire Straits.
COMMEMORATE the 40th anniversary of the concert ‘Alchemy’ by Dire Straits considered one of the best live shows in history, at a tribute concert on Friday, February 9 at the Sala Paris in Malaga by the Alchemy Project, performing the classics of the British band in the purest Dire Straits style. The lead singer and guitarist of Alchemy Project, Roberto Sánchez (in the role of Mark Knopfler), was chosen by the original bassist and co-founder of Dire Straits, John Illsley, to open the 12 concerts of his tour throughout Spain in 2019. In addition to the full Alchemy concert (featuring great classics such as Sultans of Swing and Romeo & Juliet), the tribute band’s repertoire will include iconic songs from later eras, such as Brothers In Arms, Money For Nothing, Your Latest Trick, The Man’s Too Strong, Walk Of Life and So Far Away, in their Wembley ‘85 versions, completing an impressive two and a half hour show. Tickets are available from the website: proyectoal chemy.com/lnk/l.php?i=240209ftd
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Starlite in Estepona
STARLITE is planning a multi-purpose venue in Estepona with similar characteristics to the La Cantera de Nagüeles venue in Marbella, but with four times the capacity, which will allow it to host large concerts and have a stage for filming. Located next to the Selwo Aventura Park and surrounded by green spaces, the future Starlite of Estepona will have an auditorium with a capacity for 15,000 people, (the Marbella venue has a capacity for 3,500), a hotel, a conference centre, a lake and an artificial quarry, a tribute to the original site where the festival was born. The project will be built on just over 11 hectares, already owned by Starlite’s promoter, in an area known as La Panera and will include complementary facilities such as a dance and singing school, according to Estepona Town Hall, which has expressed its support for the project.
Photo: Starlite Marbella
Photo: Alchemy Project
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STARLITE: Planning a much bigger venue in Estepona.
Unlike the one in Marbella, the facilities of the future Starlite Music World will be permanent and can be transformed to adapt to different events. The idea of its promoters is to expand what already exists in La Cantera to compete also at the level of large concerts. Starlite was a pioneer in bringing big music stars to the Costa del Sol but in
recent years it has faced direct competition from festivals and venues with larger capacity such as Marenostrum Fuengirola, which started in 2016, or the festival at La Cala de Mijas, which started in 2022, with which it has had to compete for artists and audiences. In order to provide the Costa del Sol with stages for filming, Estepona is
also thinking of creating an audiovisual city in which different recording studios and sets will be set up, of between 1,500 and 3,000 square metres each, with warehouses for equipment and internal service areas. The Starlite Music World, for which an investment of close to €300 million is estimated, bears a similarity to the future performing arts centre of the city of Málaga, the Sohrlin Andalucía, recently presented by Antonio Banderas and which will begin operating in March 2024. Although it has been considered of strategic interest by the Junta de Andalucía and has the approval of the local administration, the Starlite project still needs to go through urban and environmental planning processes as well as addressing matters such as security, lighting, water and waste management, and the resolution of logistical issues such as transport.
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Super Mario
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GREAT TRIBUTE: An amazing musical with one of Nintendo’s biggest icons.
SUPER MARIO - the great tribute comes to FYCMA - Palacio de Congresos of Malaga on Saturday, January 20 at 5pm. Organised by the same creators who brought us the musical Coco: Remember Me to Malaga, which has captivated more than 500,000 spectators, comes this amazing musical tribute with one of Nintendo’s biggest icons, Mario Bros, especially for the video games that have marked the lives not only of the children now, but also of their parents. This musical promises to be one of the biggest shows of the year with space for 800 people in the FYCMA, and tickets are already on sale. The musical will feature a live performance of iconic songs and raps from the Super Mario games and sequels, as well as from this year’s big screen movie. It will also feature an original script, exceptional choreography, dreamy costumes and extraordinary set design, all accompanied by spectacular projections that will immerse the audience in the magical world of Mario and his friends. In this tribute to Mario, Princess Peach is once again in danger - strange, isn’t it - from the super villain Bowser and his entourage. Mario and Luigi embark on an exciting mission to save the Mushroom Kingdom and protect the happiness of their homeland.
Throughout this adventure, the brothers will face exciting challenges and comical situations, with the participation of unforgettable characters such as Donkey Kong, Yoshi, Toad and many other surprises that will delight fans of the Italian plumber. This musical tribute promises to be an unforgettable experience for all ages, not only for children but for all those who have grown up with Mario games on Nintendo consoles. With an exceptional cast, unique choreography and an exciting narrative, the Super Mario musical will take the audience on a thrilling journey through the Mushroom Kingdom, where they will relive all
those iconic platforms they had to overcome in the past to save the princess. Tickets for the big Super Mario tribute in Malaga on January 20 at the Palacio de Ferias y Congresos in Malaga are already on sale and they are flying out. Tickets in the first seating area cost €22 and the second seating area cost €19.80. Tickets can be purchased through the lagra nentrada.com website. A great quality musical with an original script, in which everyone will enjoy exceptional choreography and costume, with an extraordinary scenography accompanied by spectacular projections.
Charity Golf Day JOIN fellow golfers for the annual Charity Golf event on Friday February 2 at La Cala Golf Americas course. Registration is open now. Play golf, network and raise money for a great cause. The shotgun start time is 9.30am and the format is Individual Stableford. Green Fees are: €105 with a shared buggy, which includes a two-course lunch, a drink after your round, prizes, raffles and more. This event will contribute to the yearly league table and will raise much needed funds for Butterfly Skin Charity - DEBRA. Butterfly skin or Epidermolysis bullosa (EB) is a rare, genetic and currently incurable condition that causes extreme fragility of the skin, leading to painful open wounds and blistering. According to the most recent figures from the worldwide DEBRA International network, the incident rate is one in every 50,000 people. There are currently more that 500 people with the condition in Spain. For more information or to register see: justmar bellagolf.com or phone 711 052 483.
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Discovering culinary harmony at Figaro La Cala: An ode to global flavours FIGARO LA CALA, tucked away in the scenic La Cala de Mijas, stands as a testament to exquisite dining. Incredibly, after less than a year, we’ve secured the coveted number one spot on TripAdvisor. This achievement speaks volumes about our commitment to excellence, and we wholeheartedly thank our loyal patrons for granting us this esteemed recognition. It has gracefully risen as a gastronomic beacon, celebrated for its blend of contemporary charm and diverse international dishes that tantalise taste buds with flair. Drawing inspiration from the elegance of French bistros, Figaro’s atmosphere promises an unparalleled dining adventure. Upon entering Figaro, guests are enveloped in a setting reminiscent of a timeless French eatery. The chic decor, accentuated by gentle lighting and polished fixtures, sets the tone for a memorable food escapade that awaits. Master chefs at Figaro are the maestros behind this culinary orchestra, curating a menu of global classics. Each plate mirrors the innovation and meticulousness that defines Figaro’s spirit. Begin the feast with Figaro’s appetisers, which set the stage for the ensuing gastronomic spectacle. Standout starters include the refreshing Prosecco Asparagus, tender Scallops with Sorrel Puree, and the zestful Tobiko Sushi Roll. Special mention goes to the rein-
and the intriguing Blue Curacao Prawn Tempura, boasting a unique shade. The main course brings a medley of world favourites. Must-tries include the delectable Venetian Liver, Monkfish enhanced with a Champagne glaze, Confit Duck paired with a tangy Cherry Sauce, and the succulent Tournedos Rossini Steak. Figaro’s dessert menu, the crescendo of the dining experience, is filled with divine creations. The authentic French Tarte Tatin accompanied by cinnamon ice cream is a sheer delight, as is the refreshing fusion of the White Chocolate Limoncello Cake, mingling citrus and sugary notes. A special midday tapas lunch, offered daily from 12.30 to 17.00, caters to those who enjoy gourmet dishes in a leisurely, laidback setting. Guests are advised to savour three to four tapas, each crafted with Figaro’s hallmark precision and innovation. The curated beverage list, featuring wines from local and international wineries, elevates the dining experience. With Figaro’s sommelier ready to suggest the ideal wine match, diners are ensured a holistic culinary voyage that transcends the plate.
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Figaro La Cala seamlessly combines exceptional service with an expansive international menu in an ambiance that’s both cosy and refined. To embark on this unforgettable gastronomic expedition in a classic, stylish bistro ambiance, reserve your spot at www.figarorestaurantlacala.com or 951 744 246
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THE musical ‘They’re Playing our Song’ (Tocando nuestra canción), a romantic comedy full of music and laughter directed by Antonio Banderas opens in June at the Soho Theatre in Malaga. The premiere of the Soho CaixaBank Theatre’s fourth musical will come in June 2024 with ‘They’re Playing our Song’, a show directed by Antonio Banderas and starring Miquel Fernández and María Adamuz, based on the hit Broadway classic. Rehearsals for this new production will begin in the spring and tickets are already on sale. ‘They’re Playing our Song’, by Neil Simon, music by Marvin Hamlisch, lyrics by Carole Bayer Sager, is a romantic, tender and crazy musical comedy, which narrates the relationship between Vernon Gersch, a successful composer and a sentimental failure, and Sonia Walsk, an unknown lyricist, hooked on a toxic relationship with her ex-boyfriend, whom she is unable to leave completely.
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ROMANTIC COMEDY: They’re Playing our Song is opening in June at the Soho Theatre.
Inspired by the real-life romance back in the day of composer Marvin Hamlisch and lyricist Carole Bayer Sager, Neil Simon’s libretto reveals the bittersweet chaos caused when partners in art opt to become partners in passion.
The show was nominated for the Tony Awards in four categories, including Best Musical, and for the prestigious Drama Desk with five nominations. For this production, the scores by Marvin Hamlisch, composer of ‘A Chorus
Line’, will be performed live under the musical direction of Arturo Díez Boscovich, and the creative
team will include great theatre professionals such as Alejandro Andújar for the set and costumes, Juan Gómez-Cornejo and Carlos Torrijos for the lighting, Roc Mateu for the sound and Borja Rueda for the choreography. Francesc Isern will be in charge of the video-scene. Tickets to attend the staging of Tocando nuestra canción are now available on the theatre’s website, at the box office and at all El Corte Inglés points of sale, with prices ranging from €22 to €64. https://teatrodelsoho. com Love and humour as medicine for the times we live in After its own productions of A Chorus Line,
Company and Godspell, the CaixaBank Soho Theatre is preparing its fourth production, this time with fewer actors on stage but with love as one of its main threads. “Is it possible to maintain a successful professional relationship while in love, can they keep their egos and fears in check, can they maintain a romantic relationship without having let go of the previous one? Let’s give it a shot,” the organisers explain the plot. It is, they say, “a fresh and crazy musical, full of humour about the world of relationships, which pushes us to laugh at our own insecurities and fears, our successes and failures”. And they add it is a musical journey full of rhythm and laughter, tenderness and emotion, whose vehicle is a smile from beginning to end. Love and humour as medicine for the times we live in.
Coffee mornings HAPPY New Year everybody. Did you make any New Year’s resolutions? Have you actually kept any? The big wish that there be world peace and an end to famine and drought I’m pretty sure that we can all agree on. Even if it seems we can’t individually do much to change things But closer to home we CAN all do our bit to fight Loneliness and Isolation. It’s not just the older community that feel the effects but also younger family carers. Neither group will complain or ask for anything but they could do with our help. So what can we do? Age Concern Marbella-San Pedro have an amazing and satisfying initiative dedicated to changing lives. It doesn’t take much effort nor does it involve any expense. The initiative is all about sharing a little of your spare time over a ‘cuppa and a chat’ with someone who rarely gets to have visitors That’s why they are starting their coffee mornings in January. The group Age Concern Marbella & San Pedro is a charity dedicated to helping you make the most of later life and they are starting their coffee mornings again in January. They have a team of local, fully-trained volunteers to provide assistance on a one-to-one basis for those who are feeling alone and lonely, have gone through life changing events or are unable to cope comfortably with daily life for any
reason. Join them for coffee and a chat at the Coffee mornings which start at 11am, taking place at different locations around Marbella: Monday, January 8 - Sunday Bar San Pedro (Sundays Cafe San Pedro, near the foot of the pedestrian street, Av. Marqués del Duero, 82, above Banco Sabadell Atlantico, next to Mr. Gold). Wednesday, January 17 - Restaurante Asador Di Maria Asador D’Maria, Av. Bulevar Príncipe Alfonso de Hohenlohe, 179, Marbella. The restaurant is behind the Venta Los Pacos and almost opposite the Marbella Club. Thursday, January 18 - Neli G’s Gastro Cafe Restaurant Neli G’s Gastro Café situated in Las Palmeras de Benavista 4. This is just a little further on from the main shops at Benavista, next to La Grappa restaurant. Tuesday, January 23 - Urban Chai Cafe Urban Chai Café, C.C. Las Petunias, local 6, bloque 1. This is located at the foot of the Ronda Road, on the beach side. The coffee mornings are great places to catch up with old friends and make new ones. If you would like to help by sharing a ‘cuppa and a chat’ or know of someone who may need help, please call or WhatsApp the Helpline on 689 355 198.
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Feed a better life
SELWO is offering half-price tickets to everyone who is willing and able to collaborate with the Food Bank. Visitors to Selwo Aventura, Selwo Marina or the Benalmádena Cable Car can donate money or non-perishable food for this cause. With the aim of helping the neediest families in Malaga, Selwo Costa del Sol is collaborating with the Costa del Sol Food Bank (Bancosol) for another year. Under the slogan ‘Feed a better life’, the campaign focuses on the urgency of covering people’s most basic needs. The Food Bank of the Costa del Sol (Bancosol) is a non-profit organisation that belongs to the Spanish Federation of Food Banks (FESBAL) and distributes more than six million kilos of food a year among almost 180 social entities to more than 50,000 people in Malaga Province. Until January 7, Selwo Aventura, Selwo Marina and the Benalmadena Cable Car
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will be collection points for non-perishable food, cash and digital donations for this charitable organisation. Visitors who visit any of these parks can donate at least three non-perishable foodstuffs, such as canned food (fish, vegetables), oil and milk. They can also make a minimum donation of €5 at the ticket office, by bizum - to the number 00887 - or by bank transfer.
Selwo Costa del Sol will then reward the charity of its visitors with a 50 per cent discount on general admission (for the donor and a maximum of three companions). This is a perfect offer for families coming to the end of the school holidays and are looking for something interesting and exciting to do while also, at the same time, making a difference to many people’s lives.
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DISCOVER the magic of ‘The Lord of the Rings in Concert’ with the Lords of the Sound Symphony Orchestra at the Palacio de Congresos y Exposiciones in Marbella on Wdnesday, April 10 at 8pm. From the joyous melodies of the hobbits to the sinister sounds of Mordor, immerse yourself in the lyrical songs of the elves. Howard Shore’s award-winning music, written for the most famous film trilogy, is brought to new life, creating an unforgettable atmosphere of Middle-earth. Lords of the Sound is a famous Ukrainian symphony orchestra that introduces a new orchestral culture with a modern flavour. At the beginning of 2014, the orchestra was founded by the band’s producer Andrii Novatorov. Every year, the team grows very rapidly. The composition of the orchestra is talented young people who have passed the competitive selection and proved their right to work in one of the best European ensembles which provides high-quality sound in a spectacular show. Join them on this two-hour musical journey and experience an authentic fantasy adventure. Tickets are available from the website: www.entradas. com/
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HEY there, foodie explorers! Have you heard about Bing Asian Fusion in Fuengirola? Nestled just a hop, skip, and jump away from the PYR Hotel on the beachfront, this spot is a must-visit for all you taste adventurers out there. Bing is where it’s at if you’re craving an epic culinary journey through the wonders of Asian cuisine. Picture this: you’ve got your indoor dining vibe or the option to chillax outside with some sea breeze - yeah, it’s that versatile! Now, let’s talk menu. Prepare your taste buds for a rollercoaster of flavours! We’re talking fresh seafood, juicy meats, veggie goodness, noodles that’ll make you go “mmm,” and an epic sushi selection that’s off the charts. And guess what? Bing’s got your back every day of the week, from midday to late-night, making it the perfect hangout whether you’re with the family, your special someone, or your whole crew for a celebration. Hold on, here’s the kicker - the lunch menu! Three courses for just €12.00. Yeah, you read that right. Wallet-friend-
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LA MAGNA, ‘La música de la Pasión’ will bring together nine Andalucian Holy Week bands in Malaga on February 3. The La Malagueta bullring will host this charity event, part of the proceeds of which will go to Cudeca and the Andrés Olivares Foundation. Malaga will host on Saturday, February 3, a festival that, for the first time, will bring together nine historic and renowned Andalucian Santa music bands. The event, which has the support of the Malaga Provincial Council, Malaga City Council and the Andalucian Regional Government, will be held in the La Malagueta bullring for nine hours
Passion Music with the participation of the bands of Esperanza, Cautivo and El Carmen, from Malaga; Rosario, from Arriate; Las Cigarreras and Tres Caídas, from Seville; Pasión, from Linares; La Sentencia, from Jerez; and Rosario, from Cadiz. The President of the Malaga Provincial Council, Francisco Salado, said that “Holy Week is a major tourist attraction, both for local, national and foreign visitors, as every year thousands of people travel between provinces to attend processions, concerts, exhibitions
and various activities that are directly or indirectly related to Holy Week.” La Magna, la música de la Pasión’ will be divided into two blocks: from 1pm to 5pm, with the participation of the Malaga bands; and from 5pm to 10pm, where the rest of the bands that make up the line-up will perform. Of the ticket price, €1 will be donated to the social work of the Cudeca and Olivares Foundations. Tickets will be available in the seating area and in the bullring.
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PAD is holding one of its regular charity quiz nights to start the new year with, hopefully, some much needed funds. It’s at Bridges Bar in La Cala de Mijas on Monday, January 22 at 7.30pm. There will be three separate quizzes: General Knowledge, Music and Marathon. Entry is €15 per head which includes a hot buffet. Ring 620 786 772 to book and let’s raise some money for the dogs. The Kennels and Cattery PAD (Proteccion de Animales Domesticos) was founded in 1996 with the objective of sheltering and then finding new homes for abandoned dogs and cats. They have a small shelter based in Mijas Costa where they try to save as many animals as possible. This is sometimes limited due to lack of resources, food, vet, donations so they need people to help them to keep going to continue saving lives, they can’t do it alone. For information see: https://padmijas.org
Much needed funds are required to help the animals.
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THE classic, vintage and collector vehicle show Retro Malaga will be held on January 26, 27 and 28 at the Palacio de Ferias y Congresos de Málaga (FYCMA). For the 11th consecutive year, all lovers of classic and collector vehicles in the south of the country and especially in the Andalucian community have an unmissable date at the Malaga retro show, where you can find exhibitions, stands of accessories, spare parts, gifts, sale and purchase of classic cars and motorbikes, among many other contents. Do you want to sell your classic vehicle at Retro Malaga? Do you have a company related to the classic motor world and want to participate as an exhibitor? Send an e-mail to info@ eventosmotor.com. The classic car park is undoubtedly one of the great attractions of Retro Malaga. Classic car enthusiasts who take their jewels out of the garage and bring them to the event, to discuss with other enthusiasts the secrets of their restora-
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CLASSIC CAR SHOW: For lovers of collector vehicles.
tion or maintenance. If you have a classic car or an old motorbike, this is the perfect opportunity to show off a little, (or a lot). Classic car show Retro Malaga 2024: what you need to know The Retro Malaga classic car show can be attended by anyone buying a general admission ticket, which costs just €10 per person
per day, but if you have a classic car, we recommend that you go in it to enjoy a more authentic experience. If your vehicle is at least 30 years old and in good original condition, you will be able to park in the indoor car park of the pavilion itself and, once it is full, in a delimited space in the outdoor car park of the
venue. All you have to do is buy the online ticket ‘CLASSIC +30’. This ticket is available for any of the three days of the event and can be purchased both online and at the box office during the event. Only the ticket office at the main entrance of the venue will be available, so we advise you to buy online to make the access more comfortable and fluid for all attendees in a classic vehicle. Tickets and further information are available here: https:// eventosmotor.janto.es/ Eventos del Motor have been dedicated for more than 28 years to the integral organisation of fairs and exhibitions in which the motor world is the protagonist, and in particular they are specialists in the classic vehicle sector with more than 200 fairs organised and seven million visitors received.
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MOTORCYCLE CLUB: The Los Mentirosos are preparing a lot of activities for this year.
FOLLOWING their much appreciated charity parade through the streets of Marbella dressed as father Christmas, members and friends of the motorcycle club ‘Los Mentirosos’ are now turning their attention to the fifth Motorcycle Rally taking place on March 2 and 3 at the Palacio de Congresos of Marbella. In 1992 a group of friends started to go out on motorbikes and became known as the Peña Los Mentirosos. Now, ‘Los Mentirosos’ are preparing a lot of activities just as in previous years: party, games, raffles, gifts, entertainment, a great biker atmosphere and of
course, the best food and drinks to enjoy an unforgettable weekend. This year the rally will be brought forward from June to March: it will be on Saturday, March 2 and Sunday, March 3. It’s a biker event in the heart of the Costa del Sol open to all types of motorbikes with free entrance, parking for motorbikes, merchandising stands, exhibitions, games, live music, DJ entertainment, bar route, lunch, raffles, gifts, prize giving and much more. The proceeds of the event will go to the Club Deportivo Jacamar de Marbella, which promotes wheelchair sports.
New Chaplain Photo: St Andrew’s
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Motorbike rally
ST ANDREW’S Costa del Sol East, Anglican Chaplaincy is pleased to announce they have a new chaplain. The Revd William Small has been assigned to the post of Chaplain to the congregations of what is termed the Chaplaincy of St Andrew, Costa del Sol East. The Anglican Chaplaincy of Saint Andrew is centred in Fuengirola, extending west to Calahonda, east to the area of Benalmadena and inland, to the town and surrounding areas of Alhaurin el Grande. The Chaplaincy was founded in February 1968 by the Reverend Arnold Hellicar, Chaplain of St George’s Church, Malaga. The Chaplaincy was originally based in the Fuengirola suburb of Torreblanca; today, the Chaplaincy celebrates weekly in four locations - Alhaurin el Grande, Benalmadena, Calahonda and Fuengirola (Los Boliches). Revd William has been part of the team ministering to these centres as well as St George’s Malaga for the last two years, as he finished his curacy training under the tutelage of Revd Louis Darrant
Chaplaincy holds regular social activities.
of St George’s, so he is well known in the area. St Andrew’s has been without a Chaplain for more than two years, but a team of retired and lay ministers has been very active in taking care of the congregations in the interim. The Revd William Small was born in Zambia, but has lived in seven other countries and worked in many more as a Hydrogeologist. He began his curacy in a church in Shrewsbury, but due to a change in family circumstances, this was cut short and he and his wife Lissi moved to Spain to take care of an elderly relative. Here he took up his curacy training again under the
auspices of the Diocese in Europe. Father William comes with a wealth of experience and his licensing comes with great anticipation for the congregations of St Andrew’s. The Chaplaincy offers many social activities, some doubling as important fundraisers, which allow people to spend time with one another. Each day after the service in Los Boliches, people gather for a cup of coffee and a chat, whilst weekly coffee gatherings happen in Calahonda as well. There is a once-a-month lunch club after the Sunday service in Los Boliches on the fourth Sunday of the month. For more information email: st.andrew.losboliches @gmail.com.
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Candlelight music in 2024 Photo: Facebook / Candlelight Concerts
THE Candlelight concerts continue to illuminate and fill Malaga with music during the coming year. The month of January is packed with tribute concerts to outstanding groups and artists. From the Gran Hotel Miramar to the Carmen Thyssen Museum, as well as the Automobile and Fashion Museum, these will be some of the magical venues for the next Candlelight music performances in Malaga, exceptional settings for a unique live music experience. The first of all this coming on Friday, January 12 with a tribute concert to Queen at the Automobile and Fashion Museum
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UNIQUE LIVE MUSIC: Candlenight concerts will entertain in Malaga throughout the year.
which will have two performances, one at 8pm and the other at 10pm. Tickets for the first are already very limited, although there is still time for the second, with prices ranging from €17 to €39. The Résonance String Quartet will play Queen classics such as Somebody to love, Bohemian Rhapsody and Crazy little thing called love. Last tickets for Hans Zimmer’s ‘The Best’ at the Museo Carmen Thyssen on Saturday, January 13 are still available. Tickets for the 8.30pm performance are sold out, and for the 10.15pm one there are only the best and most expensive tickets left, at €44. The Résonance String Quartet will be performing the composer’s soundtracks such as The Lion King, Interstellar, Madagascar and Batman, The Dark Knight, among others. A tribute concert to the composer Ludovico Einaudi is scheduled for Sunday, January 14 at the Gran Hotel Miramar. There will be two performances, at 5pm and 7pm, although both have the cheapest tickets sold out, those left are €32 and €37. In this case it will be the pianist Natalia Kuchaeva who will play themes by the composer such as I Giorni,
Le Onde and Primavera, among others. Also on January 14 there will be a Coldplay tribute concert at the Gran Hotel Miramar, which will be repeated on Sunday 21 at 7pm and 9pm and Sunday, February 25 again at at 7pm and 9pm. Tickets for the first one are flying out but there is still time to grab tickets for the other performances. Ticket prices range from €15 to €37. On January 14 and 21 it will be pianist Natalia Kuchaeva and on February 25, Carlos Luque will perform Coldplay classics such as Sky Full of Stars, Viva la Vida and Paradise. A tribute concert to ABBA is scheduled for Saturday, January 27 at the Museo Carmen Thyssen with two performances, one at 8.30pm which is already sold out and the other at 10.15pm. The string quartet Melissando will be in charge of rocking the audience with songs such as Dancing Queen, Waterloo, Mamma Mia and Money, Money, Money. Tickets range from €31 to €44. January closes with a tribute to Vivaldi’s Four Seasons at the Museo Carmen Thyssen on Sunday 28. The quartet Spinto will perform both Vivaldi’s Four Seasons and La Folia. There will be two performances, at 8.30pm and 10.15pm, with tickets available from €31 to €44.