Haven't you ever wondered about things like "When was Paco de Lucía last
in DC?" Um...well I just realized how useful it would be to have an archive
past events archive to help answers questions like that one. But since I didn't
realize this great idea until now, the archives only go back as far as June
2003. Oh well! Years from now, you'll better appreciate this archive.
Friday January 23, 2004 1:15pm
Morena Amoora: A Female Dialogue between Middle Eastern Dance and Flamenco
Georgetown University, McNeir Hall
Elina Pechersky and Neta Shezaf's work emphasizes the similarities between
the two dance traditions, and the beauty within the differences. The performance,
that is accompanied by live musicians consists of solo pieces performed according
to each of the dancers unique style, as well as out of fascinating duets,
set as dialogues that enhance the meeting between both dance traditions: the
Arab and the Spanish. Morena Amoora is a good example for a co-existence between
Arab and Jewish artists. Israel is a meeting point of many different cultures
and Morena Amoora brings up this richness on the stage. This event is co-sponsored
by the Embassy of Israel and Georgetown University. For more information,
please call 202-687-6933.
Monday January 26, 2004 Ziva's Spanish Dance Ensemble at the Corcoran
Due to inclement weather, the performance date has been changed to March
29, 2004. See below
Friday January 30, 2004
The John E. Marlow Guitar Series Flamenco Night at the Women's Club of Chevy
Chase
Featuring Singer Francisco "Yi Yi" Orozco, guitarist "Chusco" Chuscales,
dancer Omayra Amaya and Nina Fajarda. There will be two shows: 8pm and 10pm.
Locals Richard Marlow and Dancer Edwin Aparicio will open each show. Wine
and tapas served at 6:30. Details at the Marlow Guitar series website.
Sunday February 1, 2004 7:30pm
Paco Peña and Company in Misa Flamenca at Montgomery College's Robert E. Parilla
Performing Arts Center
The last time, Paco performed the Misa in DC was in 1991, incidentally the
first major flamenco concert I attended in Washington DC. Back then he collaborated
with local choral group Coral Cantigas. This time he'll be working with the
Montgomery College Chorus.
Single ticket orders will be processed beginning August 11, 2003. For more
info, call the Box Office at 301-279-5301 or visit the website.
Tuesday February 3, 2004
Gala de Seville: Alquimia y Pureza," featuring: Chocolate, Manuela Carrasco,
Israel Galván, Juan de Juan, La Negra & Juana la del Pipa
at Lisner Auditorium
Tickets went on sale December 2, 2003. Check Lisner Auditorium's website
for updates.
Wednesday February 4, 2004
Jose Merce with Moraito at Lisner Auditorium
Tickets went on sale December 2, 2003. Check Lisner Auditorium's website
for updates.
Saturday and Sunday February 7-8, 2004
Compania Andaluza de Danza, performing "Blood Wedding" by Antonio Gades and
"Leyenda: Tribute to Carmen Amaya" by Jose Antonio at Lisner Auditorium
Tickets went on sale December 2, 2003. Check Lisner Auditorium's website
for updates.
Tuesday February 24, 2004 8:00pm
Paco de Lucía at the Warner Theatre
The Warner Theater is located at 1299 Pennsylvania Ave in NW DC. Order tickets
online
or call (202)783-4000.
Friday February 27, 2004 Sala Rociera featuring: Juerga Flamenca at Mediterranean Cafe
Come and dance off your stress!! This night is for you!!! Bring your flamenco
shoes and join your fellow students and friends in having a good flamenco
time!!
The program for this event includes: endless Sevillanas and Rumba tunes,
Excellent food, great wine, and simply lots of FUN!!!!!
Special feature of the night: Juerga Flamenca. Show off before
your friends and teachers by performing a flamenco number of your choice.
There will be live accompaniment by local guitarists. Active participation
in the Juerga Flamenca is voluntary. Special note to the participants:
-Try to keep your dance under 6 minutes
-This is not a test, nor a recital, so RELAX and HAVE FUN!!!!!
This night is dedicated to all students that would like to come and have a
good time. However, your non-flamenco friends are welcome.
Mediterranean Café is located at 4629 41st St NW DC 20016 Map.
Juerga from 9:00pm until closing. Cover $10 includes a drink. Questions? Contact
Edwin Aparicio at
Saturday-Sunday February 28-29, 2004
Workshop by Gloria de Jerez at American Dance Institute in Rockville, MD
A 2 day workshop focusing on the "aire" and flair of Jerez-Style Baile from
the "Maestra of the Fiesta," Gloria de Jerez, Professional Flamenco Dancer,
Teacher, and Choreographer.
Gloria de Jerez is an internationally acclaimed Flamenco performer, choreographer,
and director, who was born, raised in Jerez de la Frontera, Andalucia, Spain;
She has performed with some of Spain's most renowned Flamenco artists, which
include Eva "La Yerbabuena," Moraito Chico, and Jose Mendez, to name just
a few. As well as, performed as a guest artist, in New York, Chicago, and
Washington DC.
Intermediate-Advanced Level
Bulerias & Guajiras con Mantón y Abanico
Saturday (Feb. 28th) 4:30-5:45pm
Sunday (Feb. 29th) 2:30 - 3:45pm
Fee:
Full workshop: $120 (All 4 classes).
Single Classes: $35
Walk-in price: $40
Location:
American Dance Institute
1570 East Jefferson St.
Rockville, MD 20852
(301)984-3003
For more information and registration call Nora at (703)734—3980 or send e-mail
to
with the subject GLORIA DE JEREZ MARYLAND WORKSHOP.
To register in advance send payment, make checks payable to GLORIA CHAPMAN and
mail it to: Gloria Chapman, P.O. Box 64072, Virginia Beach, VA 23467
Saturday March 6, 2004 8:00pm
Marija Temo and Anna Menendez at Baltimore Museum of Art
Details at the Baltimore Classical Guitar Society website
March 12-15, 20-21, 2004
La Truco Flamenco Workshop at DC Dance Collective
Details. Contact the workshop organizer Edwin
Aparicio at
Thursday-Friday March 18-19, 2004 8:00pm
Edwin Aparicio's Encuentros at the Warehouse Theatre
"Encuentros" by Edwin Aparicio featuring Anna Menendez, Richard Marlow and
Jesus Montoya with special guest directly from Madrid, Flamenco dancer, La
Truco.
Location: Warehouse Theater, 1021 7th Street NW, Washington DC 20001 (nearest
metro is Gallery Place on the yellow line--take the Chinatown exit and walk
about 3 blocks north on 7th St.) Map
Ticket Prices: $27 general/ $25 for students and seniors Reservations: call
the Warehouse Theater at 202-783-3933 or send an email to
indicating your phone number, number of tickets desired and which night(s) you
would like to attend.
Saturday and Sunday March 27, 2004 1:30pm
Kayoko and Friends at the Jefferson Memorial
Did you know that after Spain, Japan has the second largest population of
flamenco dancers? In reverence to this little-known fact, dancers Kayoko Iwamoto
and Ginette Perea and more will perform Flamenco dance with live guitar by
yours truly. This performance is part of the Cherry Blossom Festival. Details
at the Cherry Blossom Festival website.
Free admission.
Saturday March 27, 2004
Sala Rociera Student Flamenco Party at Mediterranean Cafe
Here we go again. If you missed it the first
time try not to this time. It will be on Saturday March 27 at 9:30pm,
the cost is $10 and it includes one drink. It will be held at the same place
as last time, The Mediterranean Cafe 4629 41st St NW DC (nearest metro is
Tenleytown on the Red Line). Guitarists: please bring your instrument
and join in! Download this flyer and
pass it on.
Saturday March 27, 2004
Torcuato and dancers at Caravela Restaurant
Two shows. Times TBA. Caravela
Restaurant is located at 4612 Wisconsin Ave NW DC, just a few doors down
from Mediterranean Cafe where the Sala Rociera party is taking place the same
evening. Checkout the pics from the last
time.
Monday March 29, 2004
Ziva's Spanish Dance Ensemble at the Corcoran
From the press release: "Ziva is considered by critics and the public alike the most elegant and
spectacular interpreter of Spanish dance in our area. The strength and unity
of her ensemble form the backbone of the show, and her exciting troupe adorned
in authentic vibrantly colored costumes exudes captivating energy. Ziva, with
outstanding dancer, Jorge Navarro, present new choreographies, coupling modern
music with traditional flamenco dance, the essence of today’s flamenco theater.
The performance is punctuated by live accompaniment of guitarists Guillermo
Christie and Torcuato Zamora."
To order tickets, call (202)639-1770 or visit the Corcoran
website.
Tuesday April 6, 2004 4:30pm
Kayoko and Friends at Union Station
Did you know that after Spain, Japan has the second largest population of
flamenco dancers? In reverence to this little-known fact, dancers Kayoko Iwamoto
and Ginette Perea and more will perform Flamenco dance with live guitar by
yours truly. This performance is part of the Cherry Blossom Festival. Free
admission. For more info, visit the Cherry Blossom website
April 15-18, 2004
Taberna del Alabardero Flamenco Festival
Featuring dancers Martina Isabel Aragón Raposo and Sandra Maria Carrasco
Tavira, guitarist/singer Miguel Angel Gallardo Gonzalez and percussionist
Benjamin Perez Romero. Four course menu $75 per person. One seating April
15 7pm, two seatings April 16-17 6pm and 9pm, two seatings April 18 5pm and
8pm. TIP: If you can't afford the dinner, you can always stand at the bar--my
friends do that all the time--and you can still watch the show. You can get
a good view from the balcony where the bathrooms are. Taberna is located at
1776 Eye St NW DC. Nearest metro is on block away: Farrugut West on the Orange
and Blue lines. Call (202)429-2200.
Friday April 23, 2004 8:00pm-11:00pm
Euronet's Fund Raiser at La Tasca DC for the Spanish Dance Theatre
From the press release:
On Friday, April 23rd, 2004 8pm – 11pm La Tasca Spanish Tapas Bar & Restaurant
(lower level) 722 7th St. NW Washington, DC 20001
El Sabor de España - Una Noche de Cultura Española - Baile, Bebidas y Comida!
The Spanish Flavor – an evening of Spanish culture - dance, libations and cuisine!
Flamenco, Tapas, Paella, Sangría y Vino!
Tickets: $20 in advance. $25 at the door
Attire: Elegant Dinner
Cash Bar & Dinner Service is Available.
Euronet International presents an evening of cultural awareness and appreciation.
Mingle with internationally minded professionals and savor the experience
of a captivating evening of flamenco performances and music by our talented
troupe of dancers and musicians.
The Spanish Dance Theatre of the Spanish Dance Society emphasizes the presentation
of all four types of Spanish Dance -- Regional/ Folk, Classical/Escuela Bolera,
Neoclassical and Flamenco -- and uniquely offers an extensive repertoire of
authentically staged, richly costumed and little-seen folk dances from all
regions of Spain. Programs are compiled from the vast repertoire of classical,
regional, flamenco and modern choreography. They have performed at The Kennedy
Center, Covent Garden and also at schools, festivals and theaters throughout
the eastern coast of the United States. They have received generous support
from the Cultural Office of the Embassy of Spain and the DC Commission of
the Arts among others in the past.
You can help them continue their vision by supporting this performance at
La Tasca Spanish Tapas Bar & Restaurant just recently opened in November 2003
in the heart of the Penn Quarter. Indulge your taste buds with authentic tapas,
made-to-order paellas and paired with an intoxicating choice of libations
- 9 Specialty Sangrias and over 40 Spanish wines. All this complemented by
impeccable service awaits when you step inside this old Spanish tavern decorated
with colorful accents and giant round candelabras glowing overhead. Descend
the ornate spiral staircase into the lower level dining area complete with
its own bar and feel the warmth emanating from the orange stucco walls intricately
decorated with bric-a-brac, art and pottery.
Join us and support this talented group of dancers who are currently looking
for new studio space.
Event: El Sabor de España
- Una Noche de Cultura Española - Baile, Bebidas y Comida! The Spanish Flavor
– an evening of Spanish culture - dance, libations and cuisine!
Date: Friday, April 23, 2004-04-05
Time:8pm to 11pm
AGENDA
8PM Registration
8-9PM Mingling at bar downstairs
9PM First Show
10PM Second Show
8-11PM Cash Bar & Dinner Service
Saturday April 24, 2004 6:00pm-11:00pm
Feria de Sevilla en Phildelphia
From the press release: "Transport your family to the traditional April
Fair of Sevilla, Spain with flamenco guitars and dancers clicking castanets
and swirling their shawls. Enjoy authentic Spanish food, wine, Rumba Flamenca
workshops, spontaneous dancing and a chance to win a week at a villa in Sevilla.
Dressin your favorite Spanish garb!
Produced by Raíces Culturales Latinoamericanas and International House
Information: 215-425-1390, raicesnews@aol.com or 215-387-5125"
The Feria de Sevilla will take place at the International House 3701 Chestnut
St in Philadelphia. Map
and directions.
Friday April 30, 2004
Sala Rociera Student Flamenco Party at Mediterranean Cafe
Here we go again. If you missed it the first
time try not to this time. It will be on Friday April 30 at 9:30pm, the
cost is $10 and it includes one drink. It will be held at the same place as
last time, The Mediterranean Cafe 4629 41st St NW DC (nearest metro is Tenleytown
on the Red Line). Guitarists: please bring your instrument and join
in! Download this flyer and pass it on.
Sunday May 16, 2004 3:00pm
Gloria de Jerez' Flamenco Vision in Virginia Beach
From the press release:
Dear Flamenco Friend and Aficionado,
We invite you to see one of Hampton Roads professionally established flamenco
dance companies this spring.
Flamenco Arts Cultural Development presents
GLORIA DE JEREZ’S FLAMENCO VISION
An alluring program of music from Andalucia, Spain—A journey through Spanish
and Gypsy Culture.
Sunday, May 16, 2004 At 3 P.M.
Contemporary Arts Center Of Virginia
2200 Parks Ave.
Virginia Beach, VA 23451
Directions: www.cacv.org/map.html
TICKETS: $15 IN ADVANCE, $20 DAY OF PERFORMANCE
FOR MORE INFORMATION: 888-2FLAMENCO (888-235-2636)
WEBSITE: www.flamenco-arts.org
EMAIL:
jose@flamenco-arts.org
This program is funded in part by the Virginia Beach Arts and Humanities Commission
and part of the Waterfront Wave Festival.
Friday May 21, 2004 6:00pm
Arte Flamenco at the Kennedy Center Millenium Stage
The admission for this performance is FREE. The Millenium
Stage is located at the Kennedy Center. More details later. For more information,
visit the Arte Flamenco website.
Sunday May 23, 2004
Arte Flamenco's Annual Spring Concert at the Baltimore Museum of Art
More details later. For more information, visit the Arte Flamenco website.
June 2-9, 2004
First World Guitar Congress at Towson University
This is a week-long event of interest primarily to guitarists of all styles.
There will be some flamenco-related presentations by artists such as Paco
Peña, Juan Martin, Adam del Monte and Marija Temo. For more info visit the
website.
Saturday June 5, 2004 3:15pm
Arte Flamenco at the Frederick Festival for the Arts
More details later. For more information visit the Arte Flamenco website
or the Frederick Festival for the Arts website.
Saturday June 5, 2004 8:00pm
Arte Flamenco at the Washington Folk Festival at Glen Echo
Yes, this is the same day as Arte Flamenco's show in Frederick (see above) but
it's at a different time of course. More information at the Washington Folk
Festival website.
June 5-12, 2004
Carmela Greco workshop at DC Dance Collective
Carmela was born in Madrid, Spain, and began her dance studies when she was
eleven years old. she is an internationally renowned Flamenco dancer, choreographer
and director, who comes from a family of celebrated dancers, most notably
her late father Jose Greco. She has toured in Europe, the Middle East and
Africa with her own comany and has taught throughout the world. Carmelas is
considered one of the premier Flamenco teachers in Madrid's famed Amor de
Dios Studio, which has students from serveral countries, the United States,
Latin America, and Japan.
Two full workshops: 14 classes $325
Single Class: $30
Regular Rates (no early registraion)
Interm/advanced & Adv. Gegin/Interm:
(7 classes workshop)$210 each
Two full workshops:(14 classes) $370
Drop-in:$35
REGISTRATION STARTS: APRIL 26
Last day for registration: May 30
TUITION IS NOT REFUNDABLE
In order to register early, send an email to dcflamencoworkshop@yahoo.com
with the subject "Carmela Greco"; indicate which course(s) you would like to
attend and include your full name, telephone number and mailing address. Send
checks payable to "The Jose Greco Foundations for Hispanic Dance, Inc." to:
Carmela Greco Workshop, 1808 Melbourne Drive, McLean, VA 22101. Questions??
call Nora at 703-734-3980. For internet registration visit www.almadelarte.com
Sunday June 6, 2004 12:00pm-6:00pm
Centro Español de Washington's Feria de Sevilla
More info later. Checkout the pics from
the Feria of 2000.
Friday June 11, 2004
Arte Flamenco at Mason District Park in Annandale, Virginia
Checkout the pics
from last year's show. Admission is free. More information at the Fairfax
County Parks website.
Saturday June 12, 2004 7:00pm Arte Flamenco at Journey through the World of Arts, National YMCA Festival, Frederick MD
Members of Natalia Monteleon's Arte Flamenco will be accompanied by yours truly on guitar. FREE admission. Details
Saturday June 12, 2004 8:00pm
Carmen de Vicente at the Gunston Arts Center
Carmen will have a "Chotís" singer from Madrid, Spain as a guest artist.
Her name is Olga Maria Ramos, considered the "Reina del Chotís" (Queen of
the Chotís). Gunston Arts Center Theater I 2700 Lang Street, Arlington, VA
22206. For more information, please e-mail
Requiebros123@aol.com
or visit Carmen's website
Sunday June 20, 2004
Arte Flamenco Annual Student Recital at Slayton House
Checkout the pics from last year's
recital. More information later. For updates, visit the Arte Flamenco website.
Directions
to Slayton House.
Saturday June 26, 2004 around 5:00pm
Arte Flamenco at EBLO Latino Fest
Tuesday-Wednesday July 27-28, 2004
Gipsy Kings at Wolf Trap
10:00pm Friday July 30, 2004
Sala Rociera flamenco party
Scheduled to take place at the usual location: Mediterranean Cafe 4629 41st St NW DC (near Tenleytown metro on the Red Line). Cover is $10 which includes one drink.
Sunday August 22, 2004 3:00pm-ish Micaela Moreno and friends at Festival Hispano (Millsboro, Delaware)
Dancer Micaela Moreno with guests Miguelito, dancers Marta Chico Martin and
Jason Vera y Aragon and guitarist R.J. Uebersezig Jr. The Festival Hispano
will be held on Sunday, August 22, from noon to 6pm at the Millsboro Little
League Complex 262 W. State St, Millsboro, Delaware. Admission is free. Call
(302) 227- 8933. More info
August 27-September 5, 2004
La Tati Workshop
The workshop will take place at DC Dance Collective. Registration deadline is August 20, 2004. For more information, visit the Tati Workshop Registration Page
Sunday September 12, 2004 1:00pm
Arte Flamenco at the Takoma Park Folk Festival World Stage
Checkout the pics from last
year's performance. More info at the Takoma Park Folk Festival website.
Friday September 17, 2004 7:00pm
Gloria de Jerez at Casablanca Restaurant in Alexandria
Casablanca Restaurant presents "A Flamenco Night" featuring Gloria de Jerez and flamenco dancers. Buffet dinner and show $25. Please, reserve early. Seats limited. Casablanca is located at 1504 King St., Alexandria, VA . For reservations 703-549-6464. For directions and more info about Casablanca Restaurant visit www.moroccanrestaurant.com
Saturday September 18, 2004 8:00pm Flamenco y Su Mundo: a benefit performance at George Washington University's
Jack Morton Auditorium
All proceeds of this performance, which features many friends and members
of the DC flamenco community, will benefit Sara "Candela" Wigman. Co-sponsored
by The Department of Romance Languages and Literatures of George Washington
University. The Jack Morton Auditorium (where CNN's Crossfire is
broadcast) is located at 805 21st St NW DC--on 21st St between G St and H
St. For tickets, call (301)589-8255 or send an email to flamenconexus@yahoo.com.
Sepember 24, 25 & 26, 2004
Mini Workshop with Gloria de Jerez
BEGINNERS
Bulerias de Jerez (duende y pellizco)
Friday 24: from 6:30pm to 7:45pm
Saturday 25: from 1:00pm to 2:15 pm
Sunday 26: from 1:15 pm to 2:30pm
BEGINNERS/INTERMEDIATE
Seguiriyas with Manton and castanets (optional)
Friday 24: from 8:00pm to 9:15 pm
Saturday 25: from 2:30pm to 3:45 pm
Sunday 26: from 2:45 pm to 4:00pm
FEE:$30 each class
LOCATION: Northwest Sport and Health Club 4001 Brandywine Street, N.W. Washington, D.C. 20016 (Brandywine is off Wisconsin Avenue) Near the
Tenleytown Metro. Phone 202-244-6090.
For information and registration call Nora at 703-734-3980 or send an email to nora@almadelarte.com.
To register in advance, send a check payable to Gloria Chapman and mail it to: 1808 Melbourne Drive, Mclean, VA 22101.
Saturday September 25, 2004 9:00pm Una Noche Flamenca at Area 405 in Baltimore
From the press release:
"This event will feature nationally celebrated Flamenco dancers and musician
in a traditional café style setting within the rustic character of AREA 405's
gallery. Festivities begin when the doors open at 8:00pm with a Spanish food
reception and cash bar featuring Spanish wines. Flamenco performance begins
at 9:00pm.
Dancers Anna Menendez and Edwin Aparicio will be accompanied by the sounds
of flamenco guitarist Richard Marlow. AREA 405 is proud to host such a distinguished
trio of performing artists.
Rafael DeCabo will prepare authentic Spanish paella on site. Spanish wines
to be provided by A Vintner's Selection.
There are 150 tickets available at $25 each, students with ID $20. Tickets
will be available at the door and may be reserved by calling AREA 405 at 410-528-2101
between 10am-8pm every day. AREA 405 will also be open from 10am to 8pm the
day of the event for advance purchase.
This event continues AREA 405's commitment to produce and promote arts and
cultural programming in Baltimore's Station North Arts and Entertainment District.
Please consult the AREA 405 web site at www.area405.com
for additional information. "
Monday September 27, 2004 7:30pm
Metro DC Dance Awards featuring Ziva's Spanish Dance Ensemble
Guitarist Torcuato Zamora is one of the finalists in the category of "Excellence in Sound Design or Original Composition" in the Metro DC Dance Awards. Tickets available online at Kennedy Center website.
Friday Oct 1, 2004 6:30pm
Dance Fiesta at the Mexican Cultural Institute featuring Ziva's Spanish Dance Ensemble and Anna Menendez
The Mexican Cultural Institute is located at 2829 16th St in NW DC (near Adams-Morgan). Admission is FREE! This is part of the Dance DC Festival. Checkout the Dance DC Festival Trailer (requires Windows Media Player)
Saturday October 2, 2004 3:15pm
Arte Flamenco at Taste of Bethesda
Natalia Monteleon's group Arte Flamenco will be performing from 3:15-4:00pm. Accompanied on guitar by Miguelito and Henry Jova.
This event is FREE. The performance will take place on the Festive Stage - Norfolk and Delray Ave. For more info, visit the Bethesda.org website.
Saturday October 2, 2004 8:00pm Caliphs & Kings: the Art and Influence of Islamic Spain at Schlesinger Concert Hall in Alexandria, VA
Classical/Flamenco guitarist, singer and dancer Marija Temo will be a guest artist with the Alexandria Symphony Orchestra in a program titled Caliphs & Kings: The Art and Influence of Islamic Spain. Ms. Temo will perform the regional premiere of the Concierto del Fuego (Concerto of Fire) for guitar and Orchestra written in a flamenco style especially for Ms. Temo. Temo will also sing de Falla and will accompany flamenco dancers Anna Menendez and Edwin Aparicio. The concert will be on Saturday October 2nd at 8pm. Prices vary. For more information please visit www.marijatemo.com or www.alexsym.org
Sunday October 3, 2004 4:000pm
Arte Flamenco at Fells Point Festival in Baltimore
Natalia Monteleon's Arte Flamenco will be performing at 4:00pm. Checkout the pics from last year's show. For more info visit the Fell's Point Fun Festival website.
Sunday October 3, 2004 6:00pm
Dance DC Festival Finale featuring Spanish Dance Society at the Millenium Stage
The Millenium Stage is located inside the Kennedy Center. Admission is FREE! Checkout the Dance DC Festival Trailer (requires Windows Media Player)
Sunday October 3, 2004 8:00pm La Magia Flamenca: Rafael de Utrera & Rafael de Carmen at Lisner Auditorium
From the press release:
Flamenco’s new singing star Rafael de Utrera launches first U.S. solo tour; After tours with Paco de Lucia, Farruquito, Carrasco and others, De Utrera takes center stage "Flamenco, perhaps more than any other music, is an acquired taste. Intensely rooted in Spanish tradition and tierra, the music can sometimes seem impenetrable to outsiders; the preserve of specialists and aficionados. Yet in recent years Americans have been increasingly drawn to flamenco. Lured by its passion and theatricality we’ve become increasingly sophisticated consumers of the music, savoring the experience with the kind of enthusiasm we usually reserve for a rare fino or vintage rioja.
"Yet of the three main components of flamenco – guitar, dance and vocals – true appreciation of what many consider the soul of the music, the art of the flamenco singer, is the most challenging. It’s not all due to the language barrier either. The wailing, attenuated sobs and gritos of the flamenco cantaor (singer) can be downright daunting. Enter Rafael Usero Vilches – a.k.a. Rafael de Utrera – one of the most accessible, versatile and authentic flamenco cantaors to come to these shores in years."
"At just 32 years old, Utrera is already one of the most accomplished singers of his generation. Growing up in the town of Utrera, near Sevilla, Rafael absorbed flamenco firsthand at the popular peña (flamenco club) owned by his father. By the age of 10 he was already performing all over Andalucia with a group of young singers that included his brother Juan Luis. But Rafael had the raw talent and ambition to turn this avocation into a career, playing bigger and bigger tablaos in Seville and Barcelona until he came to the attention of well-known flamenco dancer Cristina Hoyos, who invited the young singer to tour the world with her company in 1997."
"Since then he’s never looked back, working with just about every major flamenco star and touring extensively. He’s accompanied many of the greats, from such renowned dancers as Farruquito, Carmen Lozano, Joaquin Cortes, and Eva Yerbabuena to such legends of the guitar as Tomatito and Paco de Lucia. Last year, during his participation in the 2003 Flamenco Festival USA, Rafael demonstrated his versatility to American audiences by singing behind both avant garde flamenco dancer Israel Galvan and the great Manuela Carrasco, whose style of dance is much more traditional. Rafael was able to match these two powerhouses’ contrasting performances flawlessly."
"While he’s a brilliant accompanist, Utrera is also an accomplished soloist. His honeyed, raspy tenor projects a startling range and nuance – equally capable of a heartrending wail or a sexy whisper. With this powerful instrument, Utrera is that very rare kind of cantaor who can stand alone, commanding stages and captivating audiences without adornment. He’s the flamenco singer that American audiences have been waiting for."
"Rafael’s company will include Jose Manuel Leon Delgado and Juan Requena on guitar, and Katumba on percussion with Rafael de Carmen as featured dancer." [Editor's note: this lineup of performers is current as of Sept 23, 2004]
Lisner Auditorium is located at 730 21st St NW DC. Check the Lisner website to order tickets or call PhoneCharge at (301)808-6900.
Saturday October 9, 2004 4:00pm
Ziva's Spanish Dance Ensemble at Magical Montgomery
The festival is from noon to 6:00pm and will take place in the heart of the new downtown Silver Spring on the Silver Plaza, Ellsworth Dr between Georgia and Fenton. Admission is free. Call 301-565-7300 for more info.
Sunday October 10, 2004 2:00pm
Yvette Parrish at the Miss Ethnic World Pageant
San Antonio-based dancer Yvette Parrish will be performing flamenco in the final competition of the Miss Ethnic World Pageant at the Hilton Washington Dulles. For more info visit www.missethnicworld.com
Friday October 15, 2004 8:00pm
Richard Marlow at Virginia Commonwealth University
Performance will take place in the Sonia Vlahcevic Concert Hall in the W.E. Singleton Center for the Performing Arts, 922 Park Avenue in Richmond, VA. $10 admission. Call (804)828-6776 or visit the VCU website.
Friday & Saturday October 22-23, 2004
Pilar Andujar Workshop
From the press release: "Ziva's Institute of Flamenco Arts is hosting a special Masters Workshop with Pilar Andujar."
"Pilar Andujar graduated with superior degrees in Spanish and Classical dance from the Real Professional Academy of Dance in Madrid and The Conservatory of Dance of Paco Romero and Aida Gomez. She studied Flamenco extensively with Master instructors Ciro, Maria Magdalena, Rafaela Carrasco, Alejandro Granados, and Antonio Canales. She also studied folk dance with Maestro Pedro Azorin."
"Ms. Andujar is an internationally acclaimed Flamenco dancer who has taken center stage as a soloist for, among others, the dance companies of Luis Ortega and Blanca del Rey, and Luisillo Teatro Danza Espanola. She has appeared in the opera 'Carmen,' in 'Riverdance' (the Ireland and England productions). And in Antonio Gades' production, 'Fuente Ovejuna.'"
"Ms. Andujar has been teaching Flamenco dance for many years through her own school in Madrid, Spain: Escuela de Flamenco Pilar Andujar. She teaches workshops throughout Europe, and as far away as Viet Nam and Japan. Her workshop in New York City will be her first offering in the United States."
For registration call (301)424-6635 or (240)372-6866.
Friday, October 22, 2004
6:30-8pm
8-9:30pm
Saturday, October 23, 2004
11am-12:30pm
12:30-2pm
Location: Cabin John Mall
Second Floor
11325 Seven Locks Rd*
Potomac, MD 20854
*(Intersection of Seven Locks Rd. & Tuckerman Ln.)
$35 each
$67.50 for any two
$95 for any three
$120 for all four
Saturday October 23, 2004 8:00pm Bailes Ineditos at the Alden Theatre in Mclean, VA
From the press release:
Tickets: $22/$18 for McLean district residents
Come and experience the raw energy, lightning fast footwork and the passion that is flamenco. Acclaimed dancers Edwin Aparicio, Anna Menendez and Carmela Greco lead a multi-talented ensemble through the rich repertoire of flamenco dances, each dance having its own distinctive rhythmic pattern and style.
To purchase tickets, come by the Alden Theatre Box Office, 1234 Ingleside Avenue, McLean VA 20120, or to order tickets by telephone, call TICKETMASTER at 703-573-SEAT.
For more information, call the Box Office at 703-790-9223 or visit the Alden Theatre website.
Thursday November 4, 2004 5pm
Barcelona Night at the Phillips Collection
An evening of Spanish culture with tapas, performance featuring the Anna Menendez dancers and gallery talks describing the role of Miró's Catalan identity in his art.
For more info visit the Phillips Collection website or call (202)387-2151.
Saturday November 6, 2004 8pm
Natalia Monteleon's Arte Flamenco at the Gaithersburg Arts Barn
The Arts Barn is located at 311 Kent Square Road in Gaithersburg, MD. More info at the City of Gaithersburg website. Also, visit the Arte Flamenco website.
Saturday November 6, 2004
Torcuato Zamora and dancers at Caravela Restaurant
Caravela is located at 4612 Wisconsin Ave NW DC. Call (202)537-3200 for more info or to make a reservation. Visit the website at www.acaravelarestaurant.com/
November 12, 2004 7:30pm Una Noche de Flamenco at James Madison University
Flamenco lecture and performance by dancer Ginette Perea and Miguelito. Sponsored by the JMU Spanish Club. More info at the JMU website or call 540-438-3440.
November 12-17, 2004
Carmela Greco Workshop at the DC Dance Collective
Carmela is back to give a workshop. Register by Wednesday November
10th to take advantage of the discounted rates. Checkout the pics
from the previous workshop in June. The weekend after the workshop she'll
be performing in Edwin Aparicio's show Intimo at Joy of Motion's Jack Guidone Theater (see
below).
Friday November 19-20, 2004 8:00pm
Noche Flamenca at Lisner
From the press release: "Experience the universal soul of flamenco when Noche Flamenca ignites center stage for two nights only. This sensational Madrid-based company of dancers, musicians, and singers celebrates the mystery and grace of flamenco with incomparable artistry and virtuoso technique. Their intoxicating performances have won accolades around the world including the United States, Canada, Spain, Portugal, Australia, New Zealand, and Egypt. They recently returned from their South American debut where they received raves and standing ovations."
"Under the artistic direction of Martin Santangelo, Noche Flamenca maintains the essence, purity, and integrity of one of the world’s most complex and mysterious art forms without the use of tricks or gimmicks. Starring the extraordinary Soledad Barrio, and featuring the dynamic Bruno Argenta, the company includes many of Spain’s most renowned artists. Of special note, awards for Soledad Barrio and Noche Flamenca include the esteemed New York Dance & Performance Award ("The Bessie") and the Lucille Lortel Award for Special Theatrical Experience. To learn more about the company go to www.nocheflamenca.com"
For tickets, call PhoneCharge at (301) 808-6900. Check the Lisner
website for updates.
Saturday & Sunday November 20-21, 2004 Intimo, a night of flamenco at the Jack Guidone Theater
From the press release: "Intimo" features renowned international flamenco dancer Carmela
Greco, daughter of the late Jose Greco.
Miss Greco is joined by dancers Edwin Aparicio and Anna Menendez in this
full evening of Flamenco at the wonderful intimate setting of the Jack Guidone
theater. Singing are Silverio Heredia and Jesus Montoya, whose credits jointly
include performances with La Tati, "Noche Flamenca", Maria Benitez and many
more throughout the United States and Europe. Accompanying on guitar will
be local favorite Richard Marlow. Performances are November 20th at 8pm and
November 21st at 7pm. The Jack Guidone Theater at Joy of Motion Dance Center
Friendship Heights 5207 Wisconsin Avenue, NW Washington, DC 20015. Ticket
Price: $30.00. Call 202-462-0135 or send an email to
.
Friday-Saturday December 3-4, 2004 Flamencos en el Aire in Pittsburgh
The group includes guitarist Richard Marlow, singer Jesus Montoya and dancers
Anna Menendez and Edwin Aparicio. Presented by the Guitar Society of Fine
Arts (Pittsburgh). Workshops by the artists December 1, 2 and 4, 2005. More
info at the GSFA website.
Saturday December 18, 2004 8:00pm
Fundraiser for Iraqi children at Luna del Sea Bistro (Baltimore)
Live music, DJ, flamenco (Tamara Sol Flys, Sara Jerez and Miguelito) and
belly dancing. Reserve your $10 tickets, by calling 410-752-8383 or send an
email to order@morteza.org. More
info.
Sunday December 19, 2004
Open House/Sevillanas Workshop with Ziva at Cabin John Mall
Come to the Open House from noon to 1:30pm for free dance demonstrations
and class registration for the upcoming Winter Session (January 10 - March
20, 2005). Cabin John Mall (second floor) is located at 11325 Seven Locks
Rd in Potomac. Directions and metro access info available at Ziva's website.
This will be followed by a Sevillanas Workshop from 1:30pm - 2:30pm. Cost
is $20. Call 301-424-6635 or send an email to Spanish_Dance@hotmail.com.
Friday December 31, 2004 7:15pm, 8:45pm and 10:15pm
Ginette Perea and friends at First Night Alexandria
Ginette and her flamenco friends performed at last year's First Night Alexandria
celebration. Buy your admission
badge early. Only $10 gets you in to all the events that night. In the
meantime, visit the First Night Alexandria website.
Friday December 31, 2004
New Year's Eve Sevillanas Show at Jaleo DC, Bethesda and Crystal City
From the Washington Post: "Flamenco dancers will perform at both seatings at all three Jaleo locations. The first seating is from 5 to 7 with an a la carte menu of tapas, plus a special celebratory menu. The second seating is from 8 to 10 and offers unlimited tapas for a fixed price of $75 per person. A glass of cava, good luck grapes and party favors will be presented at midnight. Music and dancing will follow."
Each restaurant will have a pair of Sevillanas dancers: Edwin Aparicio and Sara Candela (DC), Marta Chico Martin and Jason Vera y Aragon (Crystal City), Aleksey Kulikov and Sara Jerez (Bethesda). For more info, visit Jaleo's website.
Friday December 31, 2004
New Year's Eve with Duende Camaron at Las Tapas
Rumba group Duende Camaron will be the live entertainment for the evening. For more info, visit the Las Tapas website. Las Tapas is located at 710 King St in Old Town Alexandria, Virginia. Call 703-836-4000.
Ziva's Spanish Dance Ensemble at the Corcoran