for breaking news visit www.queenscourier.com may 23, 2013 • The queens Courier 37 Tablao Flamenco electrifies in Astoria The daily commotion on Astoria’s workday boulevards is challenged each spring by a different kind of rhythm. It’s the proud, powerful, passionate lure of Flamenco! The American Bolero Dance Company’s 2013 performances led by Gabriela Granados, continue to reinforce their well earned reputation. At Friday evening’s presentation, a combination of comedy, drama, dazzling dances and guitars opened the hearts of the audience. The banquet hall at 44-01 Broadway (The Chian Federation) was filled with enthusiastic guests. Many enjoyed “tapas”, entrees and beverages. The first act included a mixture of styles and sounds. The pasodoble featured four proud dancers (Adriana Jacinto, Bernadette Reyes, Debra Anich, Kiri Avelar) dressed in black for their lively “Ay Mi Sombrero” (my hat). The mood was more elegant for Ms.Granados’ “Cordoba”. The next lighthearted “Sevillanas” provided colorfully dressed dancers honoring the Spanish city of Seville. Then, seven performers on stage supported “Tangos Flamencos”. A Buleria by La Conja was sung in Spanish. Nevertheless, the haunting look in her eyes and the anguish in her voice required no translation. The final dance in Act I proved to be one of the most intense and overwhelmingly passionate presentations of the evening. Auxi Fernandez, interpreted the style known as “Alegrias” (happiness). Her incredible energy and physically uninhibited movements brought shouts of approval. Her heels pounded gracefully against the stage floor. Her wrists twisted hypnotically. What power! During intermission, lively conversation at the banquet tables added warmth to an already glowing evening. Could Act II add to the magic? Would the guitarists (Cristian Puig, Basilio Georges, Arturo Martinez) continue their relentless and irresistible beat? Well, it began with a Fandango featuring Alfonso Cid with Arturo Martinez. Then, “Oil of Ole” provided a hysterical tribute to “Duendes” (goblins). Comedienne Kendall Cornell wearing a clown’s red nose stumbled across the stage shouting fractured Spanish phrases. After her comedic bag of tricks, the Jaleo de cuadro and “Mi Santa” by Aurora Reyes kept the audience hoping for more. Not to be disappointed, Nelida Tirado concluded with her own, magnificent “Solea”. Although the show has a Spanish flair, their passion and power is universal. No translation is required. There is one more performance in the troupe’s spring series. Call (800) 838-3006 or (718) 392-8888, or (917) 288-7996. Surf to www.ambolero. com. As always, save me a seat on the aisle. A VIEW FROM THE CLIFF BY CLIFF KASDEN Photo Courtesy of City Year New York LIC ‘Cares for Queens’ Over 150 students from across the borough gathered on Saturday, May 18 for Care for Queens Day in Long Island City. P.S. 112 Q, HealthPlus Amerigroup and City Year New York hosted the day, which was themed “Health, Wellness and Diversity.” It featured community-based organizations providing information about their services and a service event in which K-12 students beautified P.S. 112 with a mural. Student groups and local artists put on musical and dance performances. SPRING and SUMMER RESOLUTION TO LOOK YOUNGER! COSMETIC & LASIK SURGERY FREE EVALUATIONS ALINA K. STANCIU, M.D. Board Certified Eye Physician & Surgeon Retina and Viterous Specialist American College of Eye Surgeons American Society of Cataract & Retroactive Surgery Over 16 Years Experience New York Trained Make the Aging Lines Go Away Without Invasive Surgery! Just Ask Me How. SPANISH, FRENCH, ITALIAN, RUSSIAN, ARMENIAN & ROMANIAN SPOKEN CALL FOR AN APPOINTMENT Evening Hours, plus Saturdays and Sundays 70-25 Yellowstone Blvd. • Forest Hills 718-793-EYES (3937) • Fax: 718-793-0268 • Advanced Cataract Surgery • The Restor Lens • Retinal Specialist • Diabetic Retinopathy • Macular Degeneration • Glaucoma Evaluation & Treatment • Botox®, Restylane, Juvéderm • LID Surgery • Comprehensive Eye Exam • Laser Surgery • Flourecein Angiography • Optical Onsite • Designer Frames Providing Personalized, Expert Medical Care! *Patient and any other person responsible for payment has the right to refuse to pay, cancel payment, or be reimbursed for payment for any other service, exam or treatment that is the result of & within 72 hours of responding to the advertisement for the free discounted or reduced fee service exam or treatment. MEDICARE & MOST INSURANCE PLANS ACCEPTED
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