After presenting the concerts that will make up its third edition, and which will include from July 23 to 26 the performances, among others, of Archangel, Alba Molina, Angeles Toledano, Carmen Linares, Pastora Galván, Argentina, Alba Heredia and TomatitoOn June 18, the program of extramusical activities was presented Bierzo to the touch, a broad proposal open to all audiences that seeks to bring art flamenco to citizenship.
At the event, held at La Térmica Cultural, the venue for many of his concerts, Conception Fernandez Diez, Director of Museums, Heritage and Culture of the City of Energy Foundation (CIUDEN), highlighted the value that this festival brings to the programming of The Cultural Thermal, as an example of “how the flamenco, with its universality, connects with the audiences of El Bierzo, who embrace this artistic genre, an intangible heritage of humanity, with enthusiasm and affection, as has been demonstrated in previous editions." Fernández believes that, beyond the festival's own performances, the parallel activities "enrich this program, which seeks to bring other cultures closer together in an educational, accessible, and enjoyable way, through a unique show."
"The activities offered by Bierzo al Toque in its third edition combine culture, gastronomy, and knowledge of the Bierzo region, bringing its culture closer to both visitors and residents who want to delve deeper into it."
For its part, Miguel Moran, coordinator of Bierzo al Toque, thanked La Térmica Cultural and the Ministry of Ecological Transition and Demographic Challenge for their support, and highlighted the need to support art. flamenco, one of our country's greatest cultural treasures, and bring it to new audiences. Morán then unveiled some extra-musical activities that begin on Wednesday, July 23, with the opening of the photography exhibition Manuel Montaño, dedicated to one of the great figures in the history of flamenco, Enrique Morente.
The activities offered by Bierzo al Toque in its 3rd edition combine culture, gastronomy, and knowledge of the Bierzo region, bringing its culture closer to both visitors and locals who want to delve deeper into it. Wine tastings (admission by invitation only) and lectures on its culture are included, as well as music workshops for children to introduce them to the music. flamenco, roundtables and lectures on this art, and book presentations. All activities are free until capacity is reached, except for the wine tastings, which are by invitation only.
Tickets for the nights at the Turbinas hall are available from May 3rd at www.latermicacultural.es at a price of €10, with a free fan.
