Entertainment
Spanish Embassy presents Flamenco Show“A Tierra” by Sara Neito
The world class Flamenco Show is making its first stop in Ghana at the National Theatre in Accra on Thursday, December 16, 2021, and second stop at the Manhyia Palace (Nana Afia Kobi Park) in Kumasi on December 17,2021.
The show dubbed “A Tierra” by Sara Nieto is brought into the country by the Embassy of Spain in Accra in partnership with the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture and the Manhyia Palace and powered by Globe Productions.
The one-hour twenty minutes show is strictly by invitation and would take off with a cocktail at 6:00 p.m, prompt with a full enforcement of the COVID-19 protocols.
The Flamenco Show is one of the cultural expressions of Spain and it is recognised as a World Héritage by UNESCO.
It combines dancing, singing and music in a very particular and powerful way.
The objective of the Flamenco Show is to connect the Spanish and Ghanaians through arts, culture and sports.
The event which would be held in Accra and Kumasi is a reflection of the bilateral partnership between Spain and Ghana.
It is expected to push forward cultural exchange and cooperation in Ghana.
As the world gradually recovers from the global pandemic the Spanish Embassy deems it fit to contribute to the revitalisation of the cultural life and arts industry in Ghana, particularly in Accra and Kumasi.
On December 16 those in Accra will have the opportunity to experience “A Tierra” which is a breathtaking flamenco dance show led by dancers Sara Nieto and her team.
Thespectacular show connects people with the centre of the earth, illustrated with the force of a volcano, the claw of a lion, the beauty of a flower, the fluidity of a river and the brilliance of the sun and the moon.
According to dancer Sara Nieto “flamenco is earth transformed into art. A tierra dance, song or play allows you to connect with yourself in the centre of the earth, nature and the environment.”
“A tierra is a walk through the senses and the emotions where we travel from the oldest flamenco rhythms to the most cosmopolitan and modern, interpreted with the force of a volcano,” she explained.
The non-ticketed event has sponsorship and participation of many Spanish and Ghanaian companies, as well as the Spain-Ghana Chamber of Commerce and the Agencia Espanola de Cooperacion Internacional para el Desarrollo (aecid)
The sponsors are,West Africa and Gulf company Ltd, GB Foods Africa, Santol Energy, Miniplast, Elecnor, Comet Ghana, Kempinski Gold Coast Hotel, Think Media, BDDG-Accra Water Desalination.
Other supporting partners are, Greenviews, Prestige Trade, IPMC, Yamco Manufacturing Company Ltd, Universal motors limited, Cali Trust Travel and Tour Ltd and Benmarine Offshore Services.
The biggest event on Ghana’s entertainment calendar is set for a night of honours, pomp, and pageantry.
It is a night where musicians who excelled during the year under review will be rewarded through the endorsement of the Telecel Ghana Music Awards Board, the Academy, and the general public.
The Grand Arena, the ideal venue for the 27th TGMA, will host a star-studded audience of musicians, media personalities, businessmen, politicians, actors, and footballers among others.
On this night, the most coveted prize is the Artiste of the Year (AOTY) category, which will see the crowning of a new king or queen of Ghana music.
Two heavyweights in the category, Stonebwoy and Sarkodie, have the opportunity to set an enviable record as the only artistes to win the coveted title for a third time.
Should they fall short, the opportunity shifts to Black Sherif and Diana Hamilton to equal the record of two wins, joining the elite ranks of past double-winners like VIP.
A win for Diana Hamilton, will set her up in a lonely journey at the top as the only gospel musician, to win the Artiste of the Year for the second time.
Alternatively, Wendy Shay could make her debut by winning the award for the first time. This would make her team up with Diana Hamilton as the only female artistes alive to hold the title. The late Ebony, won it posthumously in 2018.
If the title slips past them and falls to Medikal, he will also become a first-time winner, etching his name into the annals of Ghana music history.
Patrons can look forward to electrifying performances from a long list of confirmed artistes, including Black Sherif, Diana Hamilton, Piesie Esther, R2Bees, Medikal, Wendy Shay, Lasmid, Kofi Kinaata, Samini, and Fido, among others.
Beyond the ultimate prize, several other major categories are up for grabs, including Music Video of the Year, New Artiste of the Year, Gospel Artiste of the Year, Most Popular Song of the Year, and Songwriter of the Year.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
The fourth edition of International AmoFest lived up to its promise on Saturday, May 2, delivering a vibrant “three-in-one” experience that left the audience at Alliance Française in Accra buzzing.
The night was a masterful blend of sound and stagecraft. Berima Amo, the visionary behind the festival, led an impressive lineup of performers, including Pedro Kastelijns, Martha Apini, Rudy Ray, and Lamisi.
Together, they showcased a fusion of global music and authentic Ghanaian Highlife, staying true to the festival’s mission of preserving Ghana’s original rhythmic soul.
Adding a unique layer to the evening, Uncle Ebo Whyte’s Roverman Productions took to the stage, blending theater with the night’s musical energy.
The experience concluded with a high-energy after-party, fulfilling Berima Amo’s goal of creating a truly immersive and memorable night.
Reflecting on the event’s purpose, Amo emphasised the need for intentionality in protecting Highlife.
He called on every Ghanaian, as well as government institutions, to actively foster an environment where the genre can thrive on the global stage.
The main event followed a successful educational outreach on April 24, where over 250 high school students participated in a Highlife workshop at the Centre for National Culture.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
