**Flamenco Arts Festival 2024: A Gala Celebration with Mercedes de Córdoba**

**Date & Time:** Friday, August 2, 2024, at 7:30 PM  
**Venue:** Lobero Theatre, 33 E. Canon Perdido St., Santa Barbara, CA 93101  
**Tickets:** Available for purchase

Join us for an unforgettable evening at the Lobero Theatre as we celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Flamenco Arts Festival (FAF) with a gala performance featuring the legendary flamenco dancer, Mercedes de Córdoba. This special event, supported by the Towbes Fund for the Performing Arts, Chumash Foundation, and the Lobero Theatre, marks a milestone in the festival's history and promises to be a night of exquisite artistry and passion.

**Event Highlights:**

- **Pre-Concert Reception:** The festivities begin with a free reception for all GALA ticket holders on the Lobero Esplanade, offering a chance to mingle and enjoy the anticipation of the night ahead.
- **GALA Performance:** Experience the magic of flamenco as Mercedes de Córdoba takes the stage with her ensemble, including Juan Campallo (guitarist), Jesus Corbacho (singer), Pepe de Pura (singer), and Paco Vega (percussionist). The performance, under the artistic direction of Mercedes de Córdoba and Ángel Rojas, with musical direction by Juan Campallo, will take you on a journey through the emotions and stories that define flamenco.
- **GALA VIP After Party:** The celebration continues after the performance in the Lobero Courtyard with the GALA VIP After Party. Enjoy premier seating, delectable Spanish cuisine, and a no-host bar. (VIP ticket required)

**Ticket Information:**
- VIP: $151 (includes premier seating and access to the Gala VIP After Party)
- Section A: $111
- Section B: $91
- Section C: $71
- Section D: $51
(Ticket prices include a $6 Lobero facility fee. Other fees may apply. Prices will increase by $10 on the day of the show.)

**About Mercedes de Córdoba:**
Mercedes de Córdoba, hailing from Córdoba, Spain, is celebrated as one of the most powerful and authentic flamenco dancers of our time. With a career that has seen her perform on the world's most prestigious stages, Mercedes brings an emotional depth and technical brilliance to her performances that are truly unparalleled. As a recipient of the National Flamenco Award in 2013, she has not only made significant contributions as a performer but also as a choreographer and artistic director, earning critical acclaim and numerous awards.

**Supporting the Arts:**
By attending the Flamenco Arts Festival, you're supporting the FAF Access to the Arts Initiative (ATTA), which provides free community access tickets, arts scholarships, youth programs, and invaluable dance and music education. Your participation helps make the arts accessible to all.

Don't miss this opportunity to witness the breathtaking art of flamenco and celebrate the legacy of Mercedes de Córdoba at the Flamenco Arts Festival 2024. Buy your tickets now and be part of a night that promises to be a highlight of the cultural calendar.

For more information and to purchase tickets, visit [Lobero Theatre's official website](#) or call the box office at 805.963.0761.

Paco Vega

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