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New stars Adam Woodward It’s been 11 years since ‘Annie’ last graced the stage of the iconic Salón Varietés Theatre in Fuengirola. The show, back in 2013, under the direction of the legendary Peter Mitchell and Peter Height, wowed audiences with spectacular performances, demonstrating the highest standard in musical theatre, a characteristic that continues today. In 2013, Annie featured a new shining star, none other than a 10-year-old Melissa Carver, who stole the show in the lead role. Reflecting on her big break, Melissa said, Annie’ was my first show at the theatre, and Peter Mitchell kept a lot of faith in me. I was well looked after and had so many people to look up to who inspired me. Now, at 23 years old, Melissa has be-
come a staple on the Costa del Sol entertainment scene, dazzling audiences in multiple shows at the Salón, including standout performances in Cinderella, Aladdin, and Carousel. But the story doesn’t end there as she continues shining at the Salón, this time in the role of Grace Farrell, sharing the stage with a new rising talent, the 10-yearold Dottie-Mae Cadden, who looks set to follow in the footsteps of Melissa Carver. The show premiers on October 2 and goes on until October 13. Times can be checked and bookings made at salonvarietes.com or by calling 952 474 542. The ticket price is €25, and they are selling fast.
Solo Flow FMX FLYING motorcycles, pyrotechnics, and lots of noise are on the cards for 2024’s Solo Flow Freestyle competition. Tickets are now on sale for the most spectacular and death-defying show of the season at the Edgar Torronteras organised freestyle motocross (FMX) contest which sees 8 national and international freestyle riders take to the ramps performing jaw-dropping mid-air feats and stunts surrounded by pyrotechnic explosions. On Saturday, October 19 at 7pm, Solo Flow returns to Malaga at the
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Palacio De Deportes Martín Carpena indoor sports pavilion in Malaga with a show of some of the wildest front flips, back flips, calyrolls, supermans, and tricks never seen before, all under spectacular lighting and sound effects. Event organiser, Edgar Torronteras, is one of the first Spanish riders to
have wowed audiences in this incredible sport. One of the pioneers of the FMX in Europe, his international motocross career, began in the 90s, including competing in the American AMA SX championship with good results, as well as at the most renowned European events. Tickets for the Solo Flow Freestyle event on Saturday, October 19 at 7pm are available from the website flowte.me. Prices start at €25 for adults and €15 for kids. The event will sell out, so be sure to get your tickets early.
Marbepop 2024
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PARQUE de la Represa in Marbella is hosting the much loved Marbepop festival on October 5, an event famous for producing emerging talent and catapulting them onto the world stage. With free entry, the one-day music festival is open between 4pm and 1am with a lineup including ‘Mujeres’, ‘Carmen Xia’, ‘Axolotes Mexicanos’, and ‘Los Invaders’. Many of the acts that have performed at Marbepop in previous years
have gone on to achieve stardom around the country. This will be the 38th year of the live music expo of the best in local talent, which has become a steadfast tradition on the Marbella entertainment calendar making a closer connection between the artists and the festival’s revellers. The free festival has food and drinks bars as well as merchandise stands and other curiosities on sale. ‘Young Factory’ will be an ad-
dition this year, promoting artistic and entrepreneurial initiatives and giving breathing space between the acts on stage. At the same time, for a more visual treat, festival goers can also enjoy the fresh urban art of ‘Hvito’ Heading the bill will be some more established artists including rapper Carmen Xia and Soul, singer Mixelle. Marbepop is on at the Parque de la Represa, Marbella on Saturday, October 5 from 4pm to 1am.
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