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Lourdes Sánchez Named President of Corrientes’ Culture Institute

The dancer-turned-cultural manager steps into the role under newly inaugurated Governor Juan Pablo Valdés.

Overview

  • Valdés announced the appointment on X, and Sánchez confirmed on Instagram that she accepted the post with a message of gratitude and commitment to Corrientes.
  • Sánchez replaces Beatriz Kunin, who led the provincial culture body for a little over a year.
  • She will continue as director of Teatro Vera on an interim basis until a successor is designated.
  • As head of the institute, she will oversee cultural policy and flagship events including the Fiesta Nacional del Chamamé and the ArteCo contemporary art fair.
  • The move comes during Corrientes’ government transition as Juan Pablo Valdés succeeds his brother Gustavo and Pedro Braillard Poccard continues as vice governor.