Calendar of Events

Set in London:

“Taxi”, the story of a bigamist, plays at La Quadra Theater

The cast, from left to right: Rogelio Bustamante, Edwin Avila, Rossana Uribe,
Marko, Reina Medaglia, José Carranza and Eric de León.

The English comedy “Taxi”, (Run for your wife) by Ray Cooney, will be presented in Spanish at La Quadra Theater from August 23 to September 30 in aid of the development programs of the Formation and Scenic Creation Center of La Quadra.

“Taxi” is a comedy of entanglements, with London as its background. A taxi driver (Marko) is married to two women at the same time, (Rossana Uribe and Reina Medaglia), who are ignorant of each other’s existence. The story tells his trials and tribulations, when he tries at all costs to avoid a meeting between his wives. His best friend (Rogelio Bustamante) must lie for him, to prevent bigger problems.

Meanwhile, two police detectives (José Carranza and Edwin Avila) are doing everything in their power to obtain sufficient evidence to send the bigamist to jail. Finally, his homosexual neighbor (Eric de León) arrives at the most inconvenient moment.

The play, which is in Spanish will be presented every day at 8:00 p.m. and on Sundays at 5:00 p.m. General entry: $12.00 ($10.00 in pre-sales), pensioners and students: $6.00. On Tuesdays the entrance is half price. Tickets are sold in Blockbuster and the theater. For reservations call: 214-8281.

Marco Antonio Solis:

Mexican “King of Gruperos” in concert at Figali Center

The singer-songwriter Marco Antonio Solís, famous for songs such as "Si no te hubieras ido" and "Razón de Sobra", in addition to being a pioneer of the musical genre "grupero” in Mexico, will perform on August 30 at the Figali Convention Center.

The concert, entitled "Trozos de mi Alma", will benefit the Human Organs Pro-Donation Committee of Panama, an organization dedicate to promote organ and tissue transplants to cure chronic terminal diseases.

Solís, who started his career when he was 12 years old, was part of the successful group "Los Bukis", one of the maximum exponents of the “grupero” genre and among the most popular groups in Mexico, United States and Central and South America.

The sound generated by "Los Bukis" created a new style in the Mexican music and made Solis into a recognized composer, not only in his country, but also in the whole of Latin America.

Marco Antonio´s works as a soloist include the albums: "En pleno vuelo", "Marco Antonio Solís" and "Trozos de mi Alma". Through his career, and his more than 30 years in show business, the Mexican singer has received innumerable prizes such as the "Latin Grammy" and the "Billboard".

The concert will start at 8:00 p.m, August 30 at the Figali Convention Center. Those who buy VIP tickets: Platinum, $100; Gold, $75; and VIP $50 will sit on tables with eight places, the tickets for general entrance at $15 are standing only. Tickets are on sale at "Ticket Center": 279-1010.

Tetro en Círculo:

“Anything Goes” a hilarious love story

Ingrid de Ycaza, the sexy partner
of a gangster (at the front) and
Victoria Greco the Evangelist
nightclub singer, in a scene
of the comedy “Anything Goes”.

El Teatro en Círculo will present the musical comedy "Anything Goes" by Cole Porter. from August 2 to 31. Directed by Don Tull, the cast includes more than 30 well-known actors, dancers and singers such as Victoria Greco, Nicole Puga, Miguel Cuadra, Maritza Diez de Morales and Enrique Olivella.

Ana Melissa P. de Guardia is in charge of the choreography, which includes tap, jazz, and Charleston. Reynaldo Taylor is the musical director.

"Anything Goes" is a hilarious love story which takes place aboard an ocean liner sailing from New York to London, amid romances and intrigues.

For reservations call: 261-5375 y 261-5259

Exhibition at Arteconsult

Panamanian painter shows her landscapes of another world

"Obra reciente", the new exhibition of the painter Teresa Icaza will run for the next three weeks at Arteconsult Alemán y Grimberg gallery. The exhibit that has 24 paintings of "imaginary" landscapes, demonstrates a great ability in handling color evoking sunny summer afternoon.

The Panamanian artist, who started painting in 1968, uses as her subjects day-to-day images, that later on she translates in an abstract form, creating a new universe where everything is possible. The exhibition has unity, because the tree theme persists as well as the use of variations of the same color.

Imaginary landscapes evoke sunny summer afternoons.

Icaza has shown her paintings in the United States, Dominican Republic, Guatemala, Spain, Mexico and Panama. She has also participated in collectives exhibits in Europe, Central America, the Caribbean and South America.

From left to right: Amalia Tapia, Sebastian Paniza,
Irene González.

The technique used by Icaza is mixed because she likes to create new textures. First she works on a simple sketch to create over it, more complicated drawings using different types of paper. Later on, she uses pastel pencils and oil bars. The result is an abstract landscape that invites the observer to lose himself in that imaginary world.

From left to right: Diana Moreinis Grimberg, Jorge Conte,
Gabriela Batista.

"Obra reciente" will be shown until the mid September at the Arteconsult Alemán and Grimberg, located in Calle 50 between Calles 72 and 73, San Francisco, Panama. For more information call 302-2646/2647.

The magic of the Middle East in "Malakat Raks"... a musical mix

The dance group "Projection Leyla Salam" will present the comedy, "Malakat Raks", a musical that shows the spirit of belly dancing, on September 1 at the Ascanio Arosemena Theater.

"Malakat Raks" is a mix of pop, American cabaret, belly dancing and vaudeville. The play is about the struggle between good and evil, the divine and the earthly, with touches of fantasy and humor.

The cast is formed by experienced dancers who have performed in plays such as "In the Isis´ temple", "Caravan to the East" and "Salome’s Dance".

The Ascanio Arosemena Theater is located in Balboa, near the fire station. Pre-sales tickets cost $10 and $12 the day of the function. For more information call 64916579 or visit the web site www.leylasalam.com.

Fiesta Alrededor del Mundo

Popular fair offers food & products from 38 countries

FORTY SIX YEARS AGO, a group of women, foreigners, diplomats´ wives and some Panamanians decided to get together and create a group called:"Caravana de Asistencia Social" with the aim of helping the needy people of Panama.

María Inés de Shipani, wife of the
Uruguayan Ambassador and
president of the “caravana” says
15 charities will benefit.

"Caravana de Asistencia Social" has only one event each year, "Fiesta Alrededor del Mundo", to cover the expenses of its "help the poor program". Countries which take part offer food, products and handicrafts which they sell in stalls, at very competitive prices.

The "Caravana" president and wife of the Uruguayan ambassador, María Inés de Schipani, said that this year 38 countries will take part in the event and 15 charities, among them Hogares Crea and Aldeas S.O.S: will benefit from the money raised.

Mrs. Schipani pointed out that "Fiesta Alrededor del Mundo", is a very interesting festival, because it attracts a wide variety of people all interested in experiencing other cultures, without leaving Panama.

Last year around 10,000 people went to the event and although the 2007 "fiesta" will take place on a Thursday, "Caravana" expects that number to increase.

In addition to selling their products, some nations will present folkloric dances and the children from the Special Olympics will perform in a dance exhibition.

"La Fiesta Alrededor del Mundo" will take place on September 6, at the Atlapa Convention Center, from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Tickets: $3.00.

Sports

Events Calendar

August 24 and 25. Baseball (Beisbol) series. Panamá vs Japan.
August 24. Kenny Serracín Stadium. David, Chiriqui.
August 25. Rod Carew Stadium. Panama.

August 26. Horse racing (Hípica). Hipódromo Presidente Remón.
Del Valle Family Classic.
1st Race of the National Triple Crown Machos.
$20,000 in prizes. Distance:1800 meters. Elimination race for the Caribbean Classic.

September 2. III Special Olympics Walk - (Carrera Caminata Olimpiadas Especiales – Nestlé)
Transform your steps for a great cause. (Transforma tus pasos para apoyar una gran causa).

September 2. BMW Golf Cup International, Panama version.
Summit Golf & Resort

September 11-16. Tour (Gira) of Panama
Cycling race (Carrera de ciclismo). Panama, Chepo, Penonome. Chitre and Las Tablas.

Andy Irvine the real sound of Ireland

The sounds of Irvine are
unforgettable.

The Irish musician, singer and composer, Andy Irvine, who has been acclaimed by international critics as the archetypical troubadour, will perform September 1 at the Anita Villalaz Theater.

Irvine has maintained his style during his 40 years career and has had successes with Irish groups such as Sweeney´s Men, Planxty and Patrick Street. During his two years with Sweeney´s Men, the band ignited a great interest for the traditional Irish music which persists to this day.

In 1976, Irvine recorded with Paul Brady the album “Andy Irvine & John Brady. In the 80s he recorded his first solo album “Rainy Sundays... Windy Dreams”, which was followed by “Parallel Lines”, with the great Scottish troubadour, Dick Gaughan.

Andy has toured Bulgaria, Romania, Yugoslavia, Australia and Costa Rica. Although he was at one point or another part of the best Irish groups, he decided to pursue his solo career as an artist with style who tells tales and makes music.

The sound of Irvine is a mix of Irish, Celt, American and Balkan music and that make his concerts very special.

The event will start at 8:00 p.m. and the entrance costs $20.00.