Three Cultures Foundation celebrates Christmas
The headquarters of the Three Cultures Foundation hosts various cultural activities that evoke one of the most important festivities for the Christian religion around the world, Christmas.
The representation of the mystery of the Nativity is carried out on this occasion through the installation of a large-scale artistic nativity scene, which is the result of the collaboration between the Foundation and the Seville Nativity Scene Association. This nativity scene is in diorama style and is the joint work of several authors. The set design is the work of Francisco Ánguas Boza and the figures are the work of José Ángel Oviedo and other members of the team. The Nativity scene is set in a costumbrista style in the Puerta del Perdón of Seville Cathedral, with architectural details of the church. The Holy Family is located in the Patio de los Naranjos along with other figures. The scene in general evokes a moment of harmonious, relaxed and humble coexistence that makes us reflect at the same time on the simplicity and relevance of the message that this festivity carries for Christians.
It is worth mentioning that, in the BOE of 3 January 2022, the Directorate General of Fine Arts of the Spanish Government declared nativity scenes to be a representative manifestation of intangible cultural heritage. The city of Seville will host the International Congress of Nativity Scenes Franciscus 2023. More information at www.franciscus2023.com
Flamenco carols and zambomba
Carmela Páez, "la Chocolata", a multifaceted and renowned artist from Jerez, who stands out for her exquisite work and her fresh and joyful live performances to the rhythm of Jerez, will be the protagonist. Popular Christmas carols to share, as well as Christmas songs to listen to, as well as, of course, opening the party to dancing.
The stage is too small for this complete artist with impressive vocal power and magnificent dancing skills, cheerful and fun on stage, who in this case will be accompanied by the sonanta of Lucas Benítez and the incredible voices of Ana Barba and Ester Blázquez.
The zambomba is the most genuine expression of Christmas in Jerez and is the main argument on which the conviviality and participation inherent to these festivities, as experienced in Jerez, is based.