ALEGRIA ACADEMIA has the pleasure to inaugurate the formation of JEREZ PURO MALTA. Maria del Mar Moreno accompanied by her partner and singer Antonio de la Malena will be coming to Malta for the first session of intensive Flamenco workshops this year and this is to be held between 16th and 21st January 2012. Workshop is open to Flamenco students in Malta and from the surrounding countries of Malta…. More details to follow very soon. All those interested and who wish more details, please write to alegriamalta@gmail.com
NOCHE FLAMENCA AT CANAS Y TAPAS, ST.JULIANS
•December 5, 2011 • Leave a CommentThis FRIDAY 9TH DECEMBER, Alegria Dance Company will be performing with live dance and music at CANAS Y TAPAS in St.Julians.
Performances will be on going from 9.00pm to 11.00pm..
Canas y Tapas offer authentic Spanish cuisine…. a little bit of Andalucia right round the corner…. It is an ideal venue for re-unions, hen / stag nights, staff parties or simply a relaxed night out to start the weekend !!!!!
It is adviseable to book your table on 2137 7753 or Robert Bonnci on 9946 5812 for more info!! 
See you all there !!!! oh… and pass the word around
PASION FLAMENCA IN GOZO
•December 5, 2011 • Leave a CommentALEGRIA DANCE COMPANY TO PERFORM IN GOZO WITH ‘PASION FLAMENCA’
Alegria has the pleasure to present ‘Pasion Flamenca’, a show of pure passion and love for this art form that expresses itself through the dancer’s moves interpreted through different ryhthms. Alegria Dance Company with the participation of students from Alegria Gozo and Alegria Malta will be performing some of its works and taking the audience through a journey of passion and joy. Alegria have performed several times on the island of Gozo, amongst which a flamenco dance version of ‘Carmen’ which was held at the Citadel. This, however will be the first time that students from Gozo will be participating. Alegria Gozo has been conducting classes at Aurora Theatre for the past year.
’Pasion Flamenca’ will be held on Friday 16th September at Sala 29 ta’ April within the Aurora Theatre, Republic Street, Victoria and is due to begin at 8.00pm. For more information on tickets kindly call Ingrid Sciberras on 9949 5187 or email alegriamalta@gmail.com
MORNING DANCE AND FITNESS CLASSES AT ALEGRIA
•December 5, 2011 • Leave a CommentAll Morning classes are available provided there is a minimum of 5 students per class. All those interested to start morning classes, please contact Ingrid on alegriamalta@gmail.com or call 99495187.
OPEN FLAMENCO DANCE CLASSES FOR BEGINNERS
Participants will be trained with the foundations to Flamenco dance through Alianza Flamenca Syllabus, followed by open choreographic excercises. Students will be given the opportunity to participate in Alegria Performances (not compulsory)
ZUMBA FITNESS CLASSES
Alegria welcomes the ever popular Zumba classes…. Zumba is an excellent way to keep fit through the beauty of dance…
STRETCH CLASSES FOR THE DANCER AND NON DANCER – Wednesdays 10.00am to 11.00am
A one hour class designed to strengthen, tone and create a feel good feeling of ones body through gentle exercise and an understanding of core muscles and their role in every day life. Suitable for any age and ability whether one wants to improve in dance techniques or just improve posture and flexibility. Class is choreographed to relaxing and uplifting music and is taught by fully qualified classical ballet teacher Nicola Henson.
Classes to commence from Monday 9th January 2012
Scholastic year runs in 3 terms.
Email : alegriamalta@gmail.com Tel: 9949 5187
TIMETABLE FOR NEW TERM AT ALEGRIA
•September 12, 2011 • Leave a Comment| TIMETABLE FOR
SECOND TERM 2012 |
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| MONDAYS | ||
| 5.00 – 6.00 | Recreational Ballet (5 – 6 year olds) | Duende Studio |
| 6.00 – 7.00 | Siguirillas (Advanced Choreography) | Duende Studio |
| 6.00 – 7.00 | STRETCH | Maya Studio |
| 7.00 – 8.00 | PERCUSSION | Maya Studio |
| 7.00 – 8.00 | Curso 1 Part 1 | Duende Studio |
| 8.00 – 9.00 | Curso 3 Part 1 | Duende Studio |
| TUESDAYS | ||
| 6.00 – 7.00 | Bulerias with Guitarist General | Duende Studio |
| 7.00 – 8.00 | Technique | Duende Studio |
| 8.00 – 9.00 | Curso 4 | Maya Studio |
| WEDNESDAYS | ||
| 10.00 – 11.00 | STRETCH | Duende Studio |
| 6.00 – 7.00 | Choreography for Intermediate | Duende Studio |
| 7.00 – 8.00 | Preliminario – Flamenco Adult Beginners | Duende Studio |
| 8.00 – 9.00 | Argentine Tango | Duende Studio |
| THURSDAYS | ||
| 5.00 – 6.00 | Recreational Ballet (3 –4 year olds) | Duende Studio |
| 6.00 – 7.00 | Choreography – Solea (Curso Cinco level) | Duende Studio |
| 7.00 – 8.00 | Technique General | Maya Studio |
| 8.00 – 9.00 | Curso 4 | Maya Studio |
| FRIDAYS | ||
| 6.00 – 7.00 | Curso 3 Part 2 | Duende Studio |
| 7.00 – 8.00 | Curso 1 Part 2 | Duende Studio |
| 8.00 – 9.00 | BELLY DANCE | Duende Studio
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| SATURDAYS | ||
| Children Classes | ||
| 09.00 – 10.00 | Curso 1 Part 2 | Duende Studio |
| 09.00 – 10.00 | Curso de Ninos (Flamenco Beginners 6/7 year olds) | Maya Studio |
| 10.00 – 11.00 | Curso 2 Part 1 | Duende Studio |
| 11.00 – 12.00 | Curso Preliminario | Duende Studio |
| 12.00 – 1.00 | Curso 2 Part 2 | Duende Studio |
| GOZO | ||
| 3.00 – 4.00 | Curso 3 | |
| 4.00 – 5.00 | Curso 1 | |
| *** Please note that this timetable has been prepared to accommodate as many people as | ||
| possible so that everyone can enjoy as many classes as they wish to attend to, however you must | ||
| all appreciate that it is impossible to please all the students and hope that some kind of | ||
| compromise may be reached | ||
FLAMENCO DANCE CLASSES IN GOZO
•September 12, 2011 • Leave a CommentFLAMENCO DANCE CLASSES IN GOZO !! AURORA THEATRE, REPUBLIC STREE, VICTORIA, GOZO
New batch for beginners to start from January…. All those interested please contact Ingrid on alegriamalta@gmail.com or call 99495187. Classes will only take place with a minimum of 6 students.
Classes for Adults and Children from 6 years up. Scholastic year runs in 3 terms
Students are trained in Alianza Flamenca Syllabus with an option to undertake assessments at the end of the scholastic year in June 2012.
All Students are prepared to participate in Alegria Performances and will be given an opportunity to attend courses by visiting Flamenco Artists as well as join courses held during Flamenco Festivals held in Seville and Jerez de la Frontera, Spain. For enquires, details and registration please Email: alegriamalta@gmail.com Tel: 9949 5187
NEW TERM STARTING 9TH JANUARY 2012
•September 12, 2011 • Leave a CommentDecember 2011
Dear Friends and Members of Alegria
The first term is over and I am very pleased with the great work and enthusiasm you have all shown throughout these 3 months.
I would like to remind you that our Annual Christmas Party will be held on Sunday 18th December from 7.00pm onwards. As usual, its bring something with you, and everyone is welcome. Be ready to party and dance the night away…. (dancing shoes are a must in those hand bags!!!!)
The new term will commence from Monday 9th January 2012 and will run through until the 31st March 2012. Please note that there will be no classes between Monday 16th and Saturday 21st January as this will be the week Maria del Mar Moreno and Antonio de la Malena will be here for the first Flamenco Workshop as part of JEREZ PURO. Since there will be no registration day, students are kindly requested to settle fees when they come for their classes in the new year.
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The timetable for the second term will remain the same. May I also remind you that Nicky Henson is giving Stretch Classes on Mondays at 6.00pm and Wednesdays at 10.00am. These classes are very beneficial for toning your bodies and especially for Flamenco dance.
The Inauguration of Alegria with JEREZ PURO and the course with Maria del Mar Moreno and Antonio de la Malena will run from 16th January to Sunday 22nd January 2012. Details will be following very soon.
The Festival de Jerez will follow shortly from 24th February to 10th March 2012. Once again a group from Alegria will be attending this festival, including our scholarship winner, Ursula Farrugia. Most of the courses are now fully booked, although there are still places available. Besides this, JEREZ PURO (Maria del Moreno’s School) will be conducting a Festival course during the first week that is from 25th February to 1st March 2012. All Alegria students will benefit from a special discount as part of JEREZ PURO MALTA. Please see me for more information. For those who are interested to attend performances only, the programme is now out and may be viewed on www.festivaldejerez.es
…. so keep all eyes and ears open, check notice board at the school and your emails and facebook. One way or another you will find out any activitiy being held at Alegria or by Alegria!!! If you have any queries, please do not hesitate to contact me on 9949 5187 or alegriamalta@gmail.com. Don’t forget to visit our website www.alegriamalta.com
I take this opportunity to thank you all for the love and support you bring to the studio. I wish you all a Healthy and Happy Christmas and New Year.
Hasta luego!
Ingrid Sciberras
Alegria Dance Company for Spanish Nights at Surfside Beach Bar every Tuesdays
•June 12, 2011 • Leave a CommentSPANISH NIGHTS AT SURFSIDE ARE BACK
ALEGRIA DANCE COMPANY TO PERFORM EVERY TUESDAYS
STARTING FROM THIS TUESDAY 14TH JUNE 2011
Venue is Surfside beach bar…. Food and Drinks are available all night..
Come join in for an evening of Pure Flamenco Passion…..
Pass on to all your friends and hope to see you there !!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Alegria Academia at the Festival de Jerez 2012
•January 30, 2011 • Leave a CommentAlegria Academia will, once again be present at the Festival de Jerez, Spain being held between 24th February 2012 and 10th March 2012.
The students will be attending a Flamenco course with some of the greatest Maestros de Flamenco. The town of Jerez de la Frontera will be alive a Flamenco buzz for these 2 weeks and there are up to 3 daily shows and various lecture demonstrations available .
Anyone still interested, there are only a few places left in the courses so an early decision would be adviseable. Courses also available in the first week at JEREZ PURO. Students from Alegria will benefit from a special discount as part of JEREZ PURO MALTA. Email alegriamalta@gmail.com should you require further details.
