Summer '25 Library Flamenco Program
La Candela Flamenco presents: The Colors of Flamenco by Ania "La Candela"
"The Colors of Flamenco" is an engaging and visually dynamic performance that explores the richness of flamenco through its vibrant costumes, accessories, and expressive movements. Each color brings a different mood and energy to the dance, showcasing the emotional range and cultural depth of flamenco. Designed to captivate audiences of all ages, the performance offers a glimpse into the beauty of this art form while encouraging interaction and connection with the dancer's rhythmic expression.
To book please contact:
booking@lacande.la or 404-487-8258
Our hearts were warmed by the enchanting echoes of joy that filled the Edna Boykin Cultural Center as 704 third graders from 12 Wilson County elementary schools experienced our performance.🔥🎶
Little Lilah exclaimed, "It was crazy and cool—the best day ever!" 🤩👧
Coloring & Educational Activities to create connection to the performance
- Color Your Emotions: A Flamenco Reflection
- Flamenco coloring pages
- Make your own flamenco fan
- Make your own flamenco bookmark
- Flamenco Passport - I will bring a stamp to stamp the passports :)
(Pick your favorites, or print them all!!)
Other Library Programs
The Art & Culture of Flamenco from Spain
Travel to Spain without leaving your local library!
Embark on a captivating journey into the world of flamenco with La Candela Flamenco! Discover the origins, rich history, and cultural influences in flamenco dance and music, rooted in the heart of Spain. Suitable for all ages, this experience is a vibrant celebration of Spain's artistic heritage through the captivating rhythms and movements of flamenco.
- Get inspired and read about Spain.
- Check out La Candela's book list and other fun activities related to Spain & Flamenco
- Perfect for Hispanic Heritage Month
About performer Ania "La Candela"
Ania Bartelmus, "La Candela," is a flamenco dancer, choreographer, teaching artist, and founder of La Candela Flamenco. She is dedicated to sharing her passion for flamenco with audiences of all ages. Candela has produced numerous flamenco shows and performed at cultural events across Georgia, nationally, and internationally.
Her community outreach includes organizing benefit concerts, such as one for Ukrainian refugees in 2022 and another for the American Cancer Society's Relay for Life in 2019. In 2020, she was commissioned to create choreography for the City of Atlanta’s “Pandemic Atlanta” project. In 2022, she received a grant from A&E Atlanta to present her public art project “Inspiración.” In 2024, Candela was awarded the Radical Unity Grant from the Mediators Foundation for a collaboration with the Latin American Association.
As the director of La Candela Flamenco, Candela works closely with local musicians to create unique flamenco and fusion performances.
About La Candela Flamenco
La Candela (from Spanish, fire or flame) brings the essence of fiery flamenco in a fun, colorful, and interactive way, introducing the art form of flamenco to audiences of all ages. La Candela Flamenco's mission is to bring people of diverse backgrounds together, inspiring them through traditional and reimagined flamenco performances.