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Authentic flamenco in Mullumbimby

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Flamenco Amigos

Internationally acclaimed flamenco guitarist Paco Lara (Jerez, Spain) joins celebrated flamenco dancer Elena Moro (Seville, Spain) and Australian-Spanish flamenco artist Sebastián Sánchez for Entre Dos Mares, an intimate evening celebrating the passion, rhythm and soul of Andalucía.

Meaning Between Two Seas, the performance brings together breathtaking guitar, powerful dance, expressive singing and rhythmic hand percussion, in a moving journey through authentic flamenco. Whether you’re a lifelong flamenco lover or experiencing it for the first time, this performance promises an unforgettable evening of world-class artistry.

Guests can also enjoy authentic Spanish paella, freshly prepared on the night by Chef Esteban Sanchez.

Friday, 21 August at the Mullumbimby Civic Hall.

Tickets are available at events.humanitix.com/entre-dos-mares-flamenco.



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