How to Enjoy Corpus Christi Celebrations From Your Holiday Rental in Granada
Dave Wilkes asked:
Corpus Christi is one of the main fiestas in Andalucia in Spain, and is well worth considering when deciding when to book your holiday rental in Granada
To calculate when the next Corpus Christi celebrations are, check out when the first Thursday is after Trinity Sunday – which is the eighth Sunday after Easter. That is when Corpus Christi will be celebrated in Spain….
But what is Corpus Christi?
It is Latin for the Body of Christ, which is recognised as such in the Holy Eucharist. Celebrations go on for eight days and nights as Granada really “pulls out all the stops” for celebrating this Christian Festival.
The special week begins with a Procession in which the holy host (the body of Christ) is carried from the Cathedral in the centre of Granada on a carriage decorated with flowers. As the procession passes, spectators throw even more flowers into its path and onto the carriage itself.
But the celebrations for this Catholic Special Day are not limited to religion.
A huge fairground near Granada bus station attracts men, women, teenagers and children each day – and the party goes on into the night. Anyone who goes there will easily see what is special about it. The atmosphere is totally relaxed and friendly as the various groups, often of two and the generations, mingle and enjoy the thrills and fun of roundabouts and sideshows.
All around is party time with girls and women of all ages showing off their colourful flamenco dresses and “mixing it” with the smart and the casually dressed alike.
Drinks of all types – alcoholic and non – flow freely. Churros and chocolate are enjoyed. This is tradition and this is the place to be!
Other activities for Corpus Christi typically include:-
A circus spectacular Exhibitions of sculptures, paintings and photographs Exhibition of Songbirds Festival of Puppets Choral and Orchestral shows in the theatres Musicals and pop bands Performances by Dance groups Lots of activities for the children Concerts of all sorts and for all tastes
If you aren’t able to come to a holiday rental in Granada during Corpus Christi this year – at least be sure to join in the celebrations in spirit, wherever you may be….
london musicals
Corpus Christi is one of the main fiestas in Andalucia in Spain, and is well worth considering when deciding when to book your holiday rental in Granada
To calculate when the next Corpus Christi celebrations are, check out when the first Thursday is after Trinity Sunday – which is the eighth Sunday after Easter. That is when Corpus Christi will be celebrated in Spain….
But what is Corpus Christi?
It is Latin for the Body of Christ, which is recognised as such in the Holy Eucharist. Celebrations go on for eight days and nights as Granada really “pulls out all the stops” for celebrating this Christian Festival.
The special week begins with a Procession in which the holy host (the body of Christ) is carried from the Cathedral in the centre of Granada on a carriage decorated with flowers. As the procession passes, spectators throw even more flowers into its path and onto the carriage itself.
But the celebrations for this Catholic Special Day are not limited to religion.
A huge fairground near Granada bus station attracts men, women, teenagers and children each day – and the party goes on into the night. Anyone who goes there will easily see what is special about it. The atmosphere is totally relaxed and friendly as the various groups, often of two and the generations, mingle and enjoy the thrills and fun of roundabouts and sideshows.
All around is party time with girls and women of all ages showing off their colourful flamenco dresses and “mixing it” with the smart and the casually dressed alike.
Drinks of all types – alcoholic and non – flow freely. Churros and chocolate are enjoyed. This is tradition and this is the place to be!
Other activities for Corpus Christi typically include:-
A circus spectacular Exhibitions of sculptures, paintings and photographs Exhibition of Songbirds Festival of Puppets Choral and Orchestral shows in the theatres Musicals and pop bands Performances by Dance groups Lots of activities for the children Concerts of all sorts and for all tastes
If you aren’t able to come to a holiday rental in Granada during Corpus Christi this year – at least be sure to join in the celebrations in spirit, wherever you may be….
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Theater – More Popular Than Ever?
Jackie Mackay asked:
Theater is a passion thing.
Theatre – probably the oldest form of organised entertainment, has had it’s ups and downs throughout history. Folk have gathered together to be thrilled, entertained, intellectually stimulated, and to hear music. They watched gladiators real life and real death – The pomp and ceremony (with participation) of religious services has been referred to as theater as has even Parliament and the Courts of Justice. All have something to show or say and they have an audience.
The above themes are still popular today, the audience can be television or films. Add to the above reality TV. The addition of all these together has hardly undermined the popularity of plays, from musicals to thrillers to, of course, Shakespeare.
Now there is a universal Down called the recession which is affecting the West End of London including theatres. People are still buying tickets though – snapping up reduced seats it’s true, so the profits are likely reduced however theatres are hiring themselves out as venues for meetings to the business sector to help things along.
There’s still plenty of activity in evidence and full price tickets are still bought because people still want the best seats for the occasion.
Visitors to London go to the theatre as often as they can. A trip to Soho and Covent Garden is never complete without taking in a show. The theatre is a subject of fascination to many more people than the ones who regularly go to a play or a musical. Though often an argued point, to be a star in the theatre is a greater accolade than to be a screen star (whatever size the screen may be). An actor’s career is enhanced in a good ‘benchmark’ role such as Hamlet.
Waiting for a part is called resting and a lot of ‘resting’ goes on for the majority of actors! Yet acting schools are as full as ever. There seems to be an indication however that the public are getting more interested if only because fringe theatre is growing as TV ratings fall.
The argument between different pollsters about their methods of finding out who watches what is still going on. However the ratings, so desperately needed to sell advertising space, are apparently falling whether they measure by Coronation Street or Desperate Housewives.
Let’s go OUT!
One might ask – do these programmes have the appeal they once had? Or is it just that people are generally bored with sitting at home glued to the box night after night? Compared to going out and watching real people play in the theatre there’s little doubt what the answer would be were it not for the expense and the babysitting.
It would be “Yo – let’s go to a show”
The Independent was saying that people might shift more if tickets cost less but it’s doubtful that it is to do with the money. Fans of bands and football somehow raise significant cash to see their heros live. It’s to do with passion.
The Momentum of Enthusiasm
The theatre is a real source for enthusiasm and live people getting involved with the very real activity it takes to put on a show. The sharp end is always the actor and director as it is with music where the musicians are perceived to be in the limelight. Behind the scenes (an expression much used in everyday language) the enthusiasm and love for the work goes much deeper. There is a cast behind the cast and behind that there are many guardians who make sure that theatres stay alive for the shows to go on.
The momentum behind theatre has been a force to reckon with for centuries. However much the money has to be found, and producers have to find it, somehow the ‘dark’ theatre is not as common as it has been. Many hundred theatres were demolished to develop the land they stood on. If it had been left to financially led decisions alone there would be only a few left.
even now there are few really NEW theatre houses built. – re-built yes but they are not exactly springing up all over the place. Stages and curtains do not the theater-house make.
Organised protection
Theatre groups like the Ambassador Theatre Group, Really Useful Theatres and Delfont Mackintosh Theatres have formed to protect theatres and to run them so they are not so often dark or turned in to nightclubs. There are plenty of plays that people want to see. The passion for the theatre is stronger than the relentless pursuit of making more money.
In twenty years time – who knows? It is likely that the passion will grow and a wider public will prefer to see a play than to watch TV. In the end though the saying of Shakespeare about actors (and theatre) rings in everyone’s ears
“We who live to please must please to live”
Kansieo.com
Theater is a passion thing.
Theatre – probably the oldest form of organised entertainment, has had it’s ups and downs throughout history. Folk have gathered together to be thrilled, entertained, intellectually stimulated, and to hear music. They watched gladiators real life and real death – The pomp and ceremony (with participation) of religious services has been referred to as theater as has even Parliament and the Courts of Justice. All have something to show or say and they have an audience.
The above themes are still popular today, the audience can be television or films. Add to the above reality TV. The addition of all these together has hardly undermined the popularity of plays, from musicals to thrillers to, of course, Shakespeare.
Now there is a universal Down called the recession which is affecting the West End of London including theatres. People are still buying tickets though – snapping up reduced seats it’s true, so the profits are likely reduced however theatres are hiring themselves out as venues for meetings to the business sector to help things along.
There’s still plenty of activity in evidence and full price tickets are still bought because people still want the best seats for the occasion.
Visitors to London go to the theatre as often as they can. A trip to Soho and Covent Garden is never complete without taking in a show. The theatre is a subject of fascination to many more people than the ones who regularly go to a play or a musical. Though often an argued point, to be a star in the theatre is a greater accolade than to be a screen star (whatever size the screen may be). An actor’s career is enhanced in a good ‘benchmark’ role such as Hamlet.
Waiting for a part is called resting and a lot of ‘resting’ goes on for the majority of actors! Yet acting schools are as full as ever. There seems to be an indication however that the public are getting more interested if only because fringe theatre is growing as TV ratings fall.
The argument between different pollsters about their methods of finding out who watches what is still going on. However the ratings, so desperately needed to sell advertising space, are apparently falling whether they measure by Coronation Street or Desperate Housewives.
Let’s go OUT!
One might ask – do these programmes have the appeal they once had? Or is it just that people are generally bored with sitting at home glued to the box night after night? Compared to going out and watching real people play in the theatre there’s little doubt what the answer would be were it not for the expense and the babysitting.
It would be “Yo – let’s go to a show”
The Independent was saying that people might shift more if tickets cost less but it’s doubtful that it is to do with the money. Fans of bands and football somehow raise significant cash to see their heros live. It’s to do with passion.
The Momentum of Enthusiasm
The theatre is a real source for enthusiasm and live people getting involved with the very real activity it takes to put on a show. The sharp end is always the actor and director as it is with music where the musicians are perceived to be in the limelight. Behind the scenes (an expression much used in everyday language) the enthusiasm and love for the work goes much deeper. There is a cast behind the cast and behind that there are many guardians who make sure that theatres stay alive for the shows to go on.
The momentum behind theatre has been a force to reckon with for centuries. However much the money has to be found, and producers have to find it, somehow the ‘dark’ theatre is not as common as it has been. Many hundred theatres were demolished to develop the land they stood on. If it had been left to financially led decisions alone there would be only a few left.
even now there are few really NEW theatre houses built. – re-built yes but they are not exactly springing up all over the place. Stages and curtains do not the theater-house make.
Organised protection
Theatre groups like the Ambassador Theatre Group, Really Useful Theatres and Delfont Mackintosh Theatres have formed to protect theatres and to run them so they are not so often dark or turned in to nightclubs. There are plenty of plays that people want to see. The passion for the theatre is stronger than the relentless pursuit of making more money.
In twenty years time – who knows? It is likely that the passion will grow and a wider public will prefer to see a play than to watch TV. In the end though the saying of Shakespeare about actors (and theatre) rings in everyone’s ears
“We who live to please must please to live”
Kansieo.com
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Suddenly Seymour (a clip)
thecritic22 asked:
Inside a club in soho. We were front row center for a big performance of West End musicals including Little Shop of Horrors, Avenue Q, and Chicago … london
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Autumn Nights at the Theatre
Max Brockbank asked:
London Theatre in Autumn
If you’re interested in theatre and the performance arts then you’re probably already well aware of the theatrical options that London has to offer; after all, it’s considered one of the world’s premiere locations for theatre shows. Home to some of the most historic and notable venues which feature the most prolific performances in the world of theatre today, it’s easy to see why thespians and theatre patrons alike flock to London year after year.
Some have even been known to plan their entire holiday around a certain show or several different shows. But whether you are planning an extended stay in London or you just want to visit for a day and catch a quick show, there is plenty for you to choose from.
London’s Top Theatrical Venues
Just like in any other time of the year, London is bustling with theatrical activity in the Autumn months. There are dozens of venues located throughout the city so you’re sure to find a great theatre nearby; and there are so many different shows to choose from that you’ll have no problem finding something that you like. Some of the most popular venues in the West End include:
- The Old Vic Theatre
- The Young Vic Theatre
- Piccadilly
- New London
- Criterion
- Lyceum
But the West End is not the only hotspot for theatre activity in London. There are a variety of fringe theatres, or smaller theatres as well. Some of the most popular fringe theatres include:
- The Bloomsbury Theatre
- The Camden Peoples Theatre
- Hampstead
- Greenwich
- Theatre 503
- Unicorn “Children’s” Theatre
London’s Top Theatre Performances
The venues in the West End district offer only the best and most classical shows to their patrons. Some of the most popular shows in London’s West End include:
- Wicked
- Les Miserables
- Billy Elliot: The Musical
- Hairspray
- Jersey Boys
- Mamma Mia!
- The Phantom of the Opera
- Stomp
- Sister Act: The Musical
- Dirty Dancing
However, not everyone enjoys the most popular and classical shows; thankfully the fringe venues are here to cater to their needs. Some of the most popular performances in London’s fringe theatre currently include:
- One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest
- Arsenic and Old Lace
- Rocky Horror Show
- Dr. Faustus
- Into The Woods
- Jekyll & Hyde: The Musical
- The Grapes of Wrath
- Dial M For Murder
- Aladdin
Find a Cheap Hotel and stay the night!
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London Theatre in Autumn
If you’re interested in theatre and the performance arts then you’re probably already well aware of the theatrical options that London has to offer; after all, it’s considered one of the world’s premiere locations for theatre shows. Home to some of the most historic and notable venues which feature the most prolific performances in the world of theatre today, it’s easy to see why thespians and theatre patrons alike flock to London year after year.
Some have even been known to plan their entire holiday around a certain show or several different shows. But whether you are planning an extended stay in London or you just want to visit for a day and catch a quick show, there is plenty for you to choose from.
London’s Top Theatrical Venues
Just like in any other time of the year, London is bustling with theatrical activity in the Autumn months. There are dozens of venues located throughout the city so you’re sure to find a great theatre nearby; and there are so many different shows to choose from that you’ll have no problem finding something that you like. Some of the most popular venues in the West End include:
- The Old Vic Theatre
- The Young Vic Theatre
- Piccadilly
- New London
- Criterion
- Lyceum
But the West End is not the only hotspot for theatre activity in London. There are a variety of fringe theatres, or smaller theatres as well. Some of the most popular fringe theatres include:
- The Bloomsbury Theatre
- The Camden Peoples Theatre
- Hampstead
- Greenwich
- Theatre 503
- Unicorn “Children’s” Theatre
London’s Top Theatre Performances
The venues in the West End district offer only the best and most classical shows to their patrons. Some of the most popular shows in London’s West End include:
- Wicked
- Les Miserables
- Billy Elliot: The Musical
- Hairspray
- Jersey Boys
- Mamma Mia!
- The Phantom of the Opera
- Stomp
- Sister Act: The Musical
- Dirty Dancing
However, not everyone enjoys the most popular and classical shows; thankfully the fringe venues are here to cater to their needs. Some of the most popular performances in London’s fringe theatre currently include:
- One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest
- Arsenic and Old Lace
- Rocky Horror Show
- Dr. Faustus
- Into The Woods
- Jekyll & Hyde: The Musical
- The Grapes of Wrath
- Dial M For Murder
- Aladdin
Find a Cheap Hotel and stay the night!
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Send In The Clowns — Karaoke
thenatria asked:
Because I like to think that I can sing. Yah, I know, I suck but I can still dream, can’t I? Note: I used (stole?) azagur88 piano version of this song for my karaoke track. So thank you azagur88! … little night music desiree armfeldt broadway west end musicals send in the clowns
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