La Noche Encendida: Candlelit Cultural Festival in Lebrija
Lebrija will host “La Noche Encendida” this Friday, June 19, transforming its historic center into an open-air cultural stage. According to event organizers, the evening will feature thousands of candles illuminating heritage sites to accompany a program of music, dance, flamenco, and circus performances.
What is the schedule for La Noche Encendida?
The event begins at 21:30 in the Plaza del Hospitalillo. The company La Nördika will perform “Tres Tristes Trolls,” a production combining contemporary circus and dance, according to the official program.
Starting at 22:15, a series of short performances titled “Chispas” will occur simultaneously across various locations. The Patio de los Naranjos at the Parroquia de la Oliva will host piano, violin, and trumpet sets at 22:15, 22:45, and 23:15, featuring Óscar Vicente, María Losana, and Antonio López from the Escuela Municipal de Música y Danza de Lebrija.
Other simultaneous performances include clarinet music by José María Dorantes at the Monasterio de la Purísima Concepción (22:30, 23:00, and 23:30) and flamenco guitar by Benito Velázquez at the Patio de Santa María de Jesús (22:45, 23:15, and 23:45).
Flamenco dance performances led by Pepi Valencia and Leticia la Ojo of the Escuela Municipal de Música y Danza will take place at the Patio de la Casa de la Juventud at 22:30, 23:00, and 23:30. Additionally, Chema Carrero will perform the recital “Piano & Horizonte” at El Mirador’s escalereta at 22:45, 23:15, and 23:45, organized with the Asociación Las Torres.
The night concludes at 00:00 in the Plaza de España. The band The Donelles will perform a long-form piece titled “Llamas” to close the event.
How is the event organized and funded?
The Ayuntamiento de Lebrija organizes the festival in collaboration with local entities and associations. The organizers state the event aims to combine culture, heritage, and solidarity.
Funding for the charitable component comes directly from attendees. The one-euro contribution for candles serves as the primary mechanism for the donation to Cáritas de Lebrija.
What may happen next for Lebrija’s cultural scene?
Following the conclusion of “La Noche Encendida,” the city could see an increased interest in using heritage sites for non-traditional performances. The success of the “Chispas” simultaneous program may lead organizers to expand the number of participating local venues in future editions.
The collaboration between the Ayuntamiento de Lebrija and the Escuela Municipal de Música y Danza suggests that local academic talent is likely to remain a cornerstone of the city’s public arts strategy.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where does the event start?
It begins at 21:30 on Friday, June 19, at the Plaza del Hospitalillo.
Who is performing the closing act?
The band The Donelles will perform “Llamas” at 00:00 in the Plaza de España.
How can attendees contribute to charity?
Attendees can provide a symbolic contribution of one euro to acquire candles, with all funds going to Cáritas de Lebrija.
Which of these cultural performances would you most want to see by candlelight?