The Federal Way Performing Arts and Event Center is excited to present an exotic fusion of harp, strings, percussion, and dance this November! Experience this captivating music in an entirely new way with Tango Del Cielo, a unique theatrical music and dance program. This event has been met with standing ovations nationwide.
Tango Del Cielo, literally translated “Tango of Heaven,” features a fusion of various Latin styles in both music and dance, such as Argentine Tango, Flamenco, Spanish Classical, and Latin Jazz. The concerts are especially entertaining through their tribute to the era of silent films, with incorporations of multi-media film art, staging, lighting, and effects. Tango Del Cielo programs are always exciting to watch and fun for the whole family.
Anna Maria Mendieta, the founder, artistic director, and harpist for the
Beyond being masterfully delivered and performed, the program’s music in itself is a treat to listen to. Jorge Calandrelli, a Grammy Award winner and Academy Award nominee, arranged and composed the music for Tango Del Cielo, along with Pablo Ziegler and Daniel Binelli, also Grammy Award winners. Several other notable artists and Grammy nominees also contributed to the program’s extensive score, including Jovino Santos Neto as well as violinist and composer Jeremy Cohen, also of Quartet San Fransisco.
The Tango Del Cielo performance at the Federal Way Performing Arts and Event Center is an event you will not want to miss. From the flamenco dancers to the jazz tunes to the Argentine Tango, everyone will find something to love at this event. For more details, visit https://fwpaec.org.
MARTINA PRESTON
Storm Large has been taking the nation by storm with her singing talent and rock and jazz musical infusions since 1989. Yet most people may not have known about her until 2006 when she was a contestant on the CBS reality television show Rock Star: Supernova. On Friday, Dec. 1 at 8 p.m., she will take the Federal Way Performing Arts and Events Center by storm.
After performing at Carnegie Hall in 2013, The New York Times called her “sensational.” From her long resume, it looks as if she never takes a break, as if her creative juices are constantly flowing. That’s more than likely true, and even more likely is that no one is complaining.
With the days shortening and the weather getting cooler, now is the time to plan your fall arts calendar. No matter what you are interested in, you’ll find outstanding performances in the South Sound this autumn. We’ve selected a few standouts that you shouldn’t miss.
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