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.
Wednesday January 4, 2006 9:00pm
Sevillanas Party at Tapas Teatro in Baltimore
From the press release: Hi Everyone, it is time for another Sevillanas night at Tapas Resturant
because we will have Felicia here
to join us. The day is Wednesday, January 4th. Tapas is located at 1711
N. Charles Street, Baltimore MD
21201. Some of us will try to get there at 9pm to start setting it
up and get tables but we won't start to closer to 10pm because that is
when it dies down there and
because of the Wednesday night class in Hamden. If you plan on eating
let me know so I can get more
tables. I hope lots of people come! Please pass this on to anyone who
might be interested. Let me know
if you have any questions, my email is esciar1 at towson.edu. See you
soon, Emily Sciarillo.
Miguelito will be playing guitar at this party. Other guests to be announced.
January 4, 6, 13, 18, 2006
Flamenco del Encuentro at Amada in Philadelphia
From the press release: FLAMENCO DEL ENCUENTRO at AMADA 217 Chestnut St 215-625-2450 for reservations.
Wed. Jan 4th and Jan 18th -9pm
Fri. Jan 6th -10pm
Fri. Jan 13th -10Pm with guest artist NELIDA TIRADO!
FLAMENCO DEL ENCUENTRO is led by Tito Rubio, master flamenco guitarist from Spain. Tito Rubio was born in the tiny village of Monsagro, Spain. At the age of 8 years old he was given his first guitar on the airplane as his family immigrated to Australia. He performed into the 1980's throughout Melbourne with various groups from Spain. Tito returned to Spain in 1986 and continued his studies with Merengue de Cordoba. In 1989, Tito moved to Madrid to continue study with Juan Maya Marote. During this time, Tito practiced his craft in the studios of Amor de Dios as accompanist for the great maestro Ciro, and dancers such as Belen Maya and Belen Fernandez. Tito appeared in the Festival de la Ville in Madrid in 1989 as part of Juan Maya Marote’s Danza Espanola Contemporanea and performed in the Royal Palace of Morocco for Prince Felipe of Spain and King Hussein of Morocco. In 1995 he toured the United States with Maria Benitez's Teatro Flamenco. In addition to the US, Tito has performed throughout Asia, Europe and the Middle East. In 2004 Tito became the first flamenco artist to receive a Pew Fellowship in the Arts. He also received an Artistic Fellowship for Folk and Traditional Arts by the PA Council for the Arts in 2004.
FLAMENCO DEL ENCUENTRO features the Flamenco voice of 17-YEAR OLD cantaora ANTONIA ARIAS. Antonia Arias, the 17-year old daughter of bailaora Anna Rubio was first exposed to Flamenco in the womb. She has been singing her entire life, has studied classical and jazz voice and studied Flamenco cante at the Fundación Cristina Heeren de Arte Flamenco in Seville, Spain and Flamenco dance in Jerez de la Frontera, Spain. Antonia has sang for Antonio Hidalgo, Nelida Tirado and Edwin Aparicio, she has shared the stage with other singers such as Rocio Soto from Jerez, Spain and Marcos Marin, and sang for the classes of maestra of the buleria-La Chiqui de Jerez.
FLAMENCO DEL ENCUENTRO features dancers Anna Rubio, Liliana Ruiz, Mariah del Chico, Hersjel "el Ache"- with guest artists!
Friday February 3, 2006 8:00pm
Intimo: An Evening of Flamenco
Edwin Aparicio, Anna Menendez and Carmela Greco will present an unforgettable evening of dance and music. The trio will be accompanied by gifted singer Jesus Montoya and acclaimed guitarist Richard Marlow.
The performance will take place at The Alden Theatre at McLean Community Center 1234 Ingleside Avenue, McLean VA 22101. Directions Tickets $20/$16 students. Call Ticketmaster 703-573-SEAT or buy tickets online
Saturday February 4, 2006 8:00pm
Nuevo Ballet Espanol (Artistic Directors: Angel Rojas & Carlos Rodriguez) "Flamenco Directo" DC Premiere at Lisner
Thursday February 16-17, 2006
Ziva's Spanish Dance Ensemble in Winter Dance Concert at Gallaudet University
Details at the Gallaudet University website. Call 202-651-5031
Friday February 17, 2006 8:00pm
Night of Andalucia - Flamenco Gala 2006 Featuring: Manolo Marin, Merche Esmeralda, Rafael Campallo & Javier
Baron DC Premiere at Lisner
Thursday February 23, 2006 7:00pm
Flamenco Dinner & Show at Tutto Bene in Arlington, VA
Singer Alfonso Cid and guitarist Marija Temo with dancers Ulrika Frank, Gloria de Jerez and Sara Candela. Tutto Bene is located at 501 N. Randolph St in Arlington, VA. Call 703-522-1005 or visit the Tutto Bene website.
Saturday and Sunday February 25-26
Bulerias workshop with Sara Candela at DC Dance Collective
Sara will be working fin de fiesta bulerias, and the technique of dancing with "peso". You'll learn one
patada, and how to enter with cante. Cante provided by Sara! Guitar accompaniment by Miguelito for the Sunday session. Visit the DC Dance Collective website for details.
Saturday and Sunday February 25-26, 2006 Fuego, Grito y Luna featuring Carmela Greco at Area 405 in Baltimore
Fuego, Grito y Luna'featuring Carmela Greco with Anna Menendez and Ulrika Frank.
Performances:
Saturday, February 25, 2006 - 8 pm
Sunday, February 26, 2006 - 4 pm
Location:
Area 405 Area 405
405 East Oliver Street
Baltimore, MD 21202
Ticket Information:
Tickets: $35
(Doors open 45 minutes before curtain with a cash bar featuring Spanish wines and serving light tapas.)
Wednesday March 1, 2006
Flamenco workshops by Carmel Shelly in Bethesda, MD
Two workshops coming up on Wednesday, March 1st that will be given by Carmel Shelly. The first will be a Tangos Workshop (for beginner flamenco dancers) from 6:30 PM to 7:45 PM and the second will be a Soleares Workshop (for intermediate flamenco dancers) that will be given from 7:45 PM until 9:00 PM. Carmel has been teaching and performing with Ziva's Spanish Dance Ensemble for about six months.
To reserve your spot, call 301-424-1355 or e-mail ziva@ZISD.org.
Carmel Nathan-Shelly is an Israeli dancer, choreographer and teacher with a extensive background in classical ballet and flamenco. In 1995, she won the Adi Agmon National Flamenco Competition which was overseen by Cristina Hoyos. In 1999 she established her own company. She has taught students in Israel for over 15 years and 3 of her students have won national flamenco competitions.
Friday March 3, 2006 11:00pm
Sevillanas Night at Tapas Teatro Cafe in Baltimore
Checkout the pics from the previous Sevillanas party. Live music provided by guitarist Enrique Zudaire and Javier Bustamante--other musicians are welcome. Tapas Teatro Cafe is located at 1711 N. Charles St in Baltimore. All-night parking available across the street for $2. Dancing starts at 11:00pm. FREE admission! Print out the flyer.
If you need a Sevillanas brush-up, Baltimore's own Tamara Sol will be offering workshops:
Saturday February 25, 2006 3:00-4:30pm and Thursday March 2, 2006 7:30-9:00pm at EMC 3618 Falls Rd in Baltimore. To register, email tamarasol35@hotmail.com. No experience necessary!
March 4-5, 2006 Ulrika Frank's Dentro at the Jack Guidone Theater
Friday-Sunday March 17-19, 2006
Juan del Valle Flamenco Dance Workshop at Reston Conservatory of Ballet
From the press release: "Here is a flyer (PDF format) and registration form for an upcoming Flamenco Dance Workshop with Juan Del Valle.
Juan's visit is an excellent opportunity for students and performing professionals. Take full advantage of his visit.
You can also schedule private classes with him by emailing Cecilia Walcek at: caflamenco@earthlink.net
subject line: Juan del Valle
Juan del Valle is arriving the 16th and departing the 24th.
Juan is a dynamic dancer coming from an earthy and truly expressive and rhythmic place. He has studied with flamenco's best representative male performers including the Farruco family and has strong international performance credentials. He is a thoughtful and attentive instructor that will give students and professionals a worthwhile learning experience.
Guitarists also: Think about scheduling some time with this performing professional to discuss and work on your material, structure and intuitive abilities. Your opportunities don't have to be limited to waiting to be called into a professional performance juerga."
Saturday and Sunday March 18-19, 2006
Performance class showcase at Joy of Motion Friendship Heights
A lot of my dancer friends from Estela Velez's performance class will be performing an alegrias.
From the press release: Choreography by Kevin Allen, Juli Calderon, Laurel Victoria Gray, Jami Jones, Tyrone Murray, Estela Velez and Douglas Yeuell
Saturday, March 18, at 8:00pm
Sunday, March 19, at 7:00pm
$15 General Admission, $12 Seniors/Students
Sunday March 19, 2006 2:30-3:30pm
Braceo (arms and upper body) workshop with Estela Velez at Joy of Motion, Friendship Heights
From the press release:
Braceo, or arm movement, is an essential element of flamenco that requires coordination and a flow of movement. It is part of the way through which the regality and richness of flamenco is expressed. This workshop will focus on the technique of flamenco arms including variations of hand, arm, and torso movements integrated with elements of style and presentation.
For more information and to register, visit the Joy of Motion website
Sunday March 19, 2006 5:00pm
Cante workshop for singers and cante accompaniment workshop for guitarists with Jesus Montoya
To make your reservation and to obtain the address of the workshop location (private residence in McLean, VA) call Nora at 703-795-5541. Fee $25.
Wednesday March 29, 2006 7:00pm Ziva's Spanish Dance Ensemble at the Corcoran
Wednesday March 29, 2006 8:30pm
New Wednesday night Sevillanas class begins at Joy of Motion, Bethesda
From the press release:
The class will be for both flamenco and non-flamenco dancers alike. We know the Feria is just around the corner coming at the end of May so, this is a good way for people to get ready for the Feria, or just come learn Sevillanas. The new class will be on Wednesday evenings at 8:30 PM at the new Joy of Motion Bethesda location. Class will start on March 29th. To register and for more information, go to www.joyofmotion.org
Thursday and Friday March 30-31, 2006
Furia Flamenca performing in Cherry Blossom Festival
March 30 th at Union Station at 5 PM
March 31st Cherry Blossom Festival, Tidal Basin, 4:15 PM
Saturday and Sunday April 1-2, 2006
Juan del Valle Flamenco Dance Workshop at Experimental Movement Concepts in Baltimore
JUAN DEL VALLE began his flamenco training at the Conservatoire National in Paris. In 2000, he received a grant to travel to Sevilla where he studied with the family of the legendary El Farruco. He has also studied with masters Jose Galvan, Domingo Ortega, Antonio ‘el Pipa’ and Manolo Marin.
In March of 2004, Juan was selected to dance in the premier performance of Israel Galvan’s Torero al Lucinogen at the Teatro Central in Sevilla, Spain. Concurrently, heperformed a five-month run as a soloist at La Carboneria in Sevilla with shows televised in New York and Europe. Juan was hostedby the University of Zulia, Venezuela, and the National Ministry of Culture to participate in the international dance congress, Cuerpo Creativo. As a guest of the Chinese Government, he performed in the internationally televised Culture Festival of Beijing. Juan recentlyfinished ten weeks of summer performances as a soloist with the company of Maria Benitez, Teatro Flamenco. Juan was invited by Ms. Benitez to join the faculty of the Institute for Spanish Arts in Santa Fe, New Mexico where he taught for five months.
Flamenco Dance Workshop April 1 and 2, 2006
Location: Experimental Movement Concepts 3618 Falls Rd. Suite 200, Baltimore, MD 21211
REGISTRATION & INQUIRIES: tamarasol35@hotmail.com (Juan del Valle in subject line) You can also call Juan at 415-517-7477
Prepaid rates valid if full payment is received by March 28, 2006
CLASS SCHEDULE AND FEES Prepaid/Drop in
Saturday 4/1 2:30-3:45pm Level I -Tangos $20/$25
4:00-4:30pm Rhythm & Structure $10/$15
4:30-5:45pm Level II -Bulerias $20/$25
Sunday 4/2 2:30-3:45pm Level I -Tangos $20/$25
4:00-4:30pm Rhythm & Structure $10/$15
4:30-5:45pm Level II -Bulerias $20/$25
Sunday April 2, 2006 2:00pm
Ana Martinez y Paco de Malaga Flamenco Dance Concert
From the press release:
The Charles County Arts Alliance and the College of Southern Maryland
(CSM) Fine Arts Center are thrilled to present Ana Martinez y Paco de
Malaga Flamenco Dance Company on Sunday, April 2, 2006 at 2:00 pm in the
Fine Arts Center of CSM.
Tickets can be obtained by calling the CSM Box Office at 301-934-7828
or 301-870-2309, Ext. 7828 or by sending an e-mail to BxOffc@csmd.edu
Location: College of Southern Maryland, Fine Arts Center, 8730 Mitchell Road, La Plata, MD 20646
Directions: From Route I-495 Capital Beltway exit at 7A. This is Route 5, heading south toward Waldorf and Leonardtown. Continue on Route 5 to where it meets Route 301. Drive south on Route 301 for approximately 12 miles to the traffic light at the intersection of Mitchell Road. Turn right on Mitchell Road proceeding approximately two miles, reaching the main entrance to the campus which is on the right. Continue for approximately one-tenth of a mile to the second entrance. Turn right onto the campus. The Fine Arts Center is the first building on the right.
Admission_price: $10.00
April 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 2006
Flamenco workshop with Antonio Santaella
From the press from Estela Velez:
I am THRILLED to be able to announce that registration for Antonio Santaella's flamenco workshops has now started. The workshops will be held at the Joy of Motion Dance Center's new location in downtown Bethesda right across from the Bethesda metro stop. The workshops will be held on April 7, 8, 9, 14, and 15. Attached please find two flyers for the upcoming flamenco workshops with Maestro Antonio Santaella (one is informational and one is for registration).
For those who do not know, Antonio was and continues to be my teacher and mentor in flamenco. He is THE one who taught me to be the flamenco teacher and dancer I am today. I owe it all to him! I am thrilled that he will be here with us for a 5-day workshop. From all the teachers I have had both locally and from Spain, I have never encountered such an amazing dancer and teacher. I encourage you all to take advantage of these workshops and the opportunity to study with him. This may very well be our only opportunity to have him here with us!
I highly recommend that you sign up early for these workshops as space is limited (plus you can take advantage of the reduced advanced registration rate!).
Also, don't forget the April 8 and 9 flamenco concert "Una Noche de Baile" at the Jack Guidone Theatre. This is Joy of Motion's flamenco concert with a very special guest appearance by Antonio Santaella and featuring performances by Furia Flamenca (my company), myself and other flamenco faculty at Joy of Motion.Buy your tickets early as this show will surely sell out! To purchase tickets you can go to http://www.joyofmotion.org/perfsched.htm
Saturday and Sunday April 8-9, 2006
Joy of Motion presents Una Noche del Baile, a Flamenco Event
Choreography by Lourdes Elias, Nancy Sedgwick and Esella Velez. Performances by Furia Flamenca and Students of Joy of Motion.
Saturday, April 8, at 8:00pm
Sunday, March 9, at 7:00pm
$15 General Admission, $12 Seniors/Students
Thursday May 11, 2006
Ziva's Institute of Spanish Dance Open House featuring a FREE One-Hour Class for NEW Intermediate to Advanced students
WHEN: May 11, 2006 from 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
WHERE: Music Kids Studio, 4900 Auburn Ave, Bethesda, MD
TEACHER: Carmel Shelly, Faculty and Ensemble member of Ziva's Institute of Spanish Dance
Saturday May 20, 2006
Arte Flamenco Spring Recital and Concert at the Slayton House in Columbia, MD
According to director Natalia Monteleon: Some things new this year: Shahram is one of the guest artists, along with Edwin Aparicio. Guitarists are those that have been accompanying the classes this year - Henry Jova, Quique and Behzad. A number of new people in my company who maybe are not known yet on the Washington scene. And Pam and Sarah - will be doing a duet.
This is a STUDENT recital - but company members and guest artists will be performing.
More details available at the Arte Flamenco website. Checkout the pics from a previous Spring Recital.
Sunday May 21, 2006 12:00pm-5:00pm
Centrol Español de Washington's XVI Feria de Sevilla at Strathmore in Bethesda, MD
Centro Español de Washington celebrates its 16th Feria de Sevilla on Sunday May 21, 2006 from noon until 5:00pm in the gardens of Strathmore in Bethesda, Maryland.
The Feria de Sevilla is a cultural event of Centro Español de Washington to promote the Spanish culture, traditions and cuisine of the Washington metropolitan area.
The program on the stage begins at 12:45pm and continues until 5:00pm. During this time there will be flamenco dance shows by local groups: Sol de Triana, Mirada Flamenca, Arte Flamenco, Ana Martinez y Paco de Malaga and Furia Flamenca.
In addition to the shows on the main stage, there will be some casetas and a gazebo where the public is invited to dance.
As is customary, there will be casetas serving Spanish foods such as paella, tortilla española, sangria and other typical dishes from variouis regions of Spain. Artistic handicrafts will also be on sale.
Strathmore is in front of the metro Grosvenor/Strathmore on the red line. Parking in the adjacent garage is free and there is a sidewalk and walkway which will take you directly to the Feria.
Admission is FREE!
The DC area's biggest events featuring the local flamenco community. The program (times are approximate):
Checkout the pics from last year's Feria de Sevilla.
Tuesday May 23, 2006 7:15pm-9:15pm
Two-hour class with Juan del Valle, flamenco dancer at Reston Conservatory
Class covers technique, choreography, structure/understanding. Cost: $40 Prepaid Rate OR $50 at the door. Registration Form (PDF 80k). For more info, contact Sessy at caflamenco@earthlink.net *Subject line, put: Juan del Valle or calling (703)929-4935.
In March of 2004, Juan was selected to dance in the Premier Performance of Israel Galvan’s
Torero al Lucinogen at the Teatro Central in Sevilla, Spain. Concurrently, he performed a fivemonth
run as a soloist at La Carboneria in Sevilla with shows televised in New York and
Europe.
In the summer of 2005, Juan joined the company of Maria Benitez, Teatro Flamenco, and
worked with leading flamenco artists including Antonio Granjero and famed gipsy guitarist
Chuscales. He was then invited by Ms. Benitez to join the faculty of the Institute for Spanish
Arts in Santa Fe, New Mexico where he taught for five months. He participated in the
International Dance Congress, Cuerpo Creativo in Venezuela by exclusive invitation of the
University of Zulia and the National Ministry of Culture. This included a nationally televised
performance and a week of master classes. Juan also traveled as a guest of the Chinese
Government to perform in the internationally televised Culture Festival of Beijing.
He has performed throughout the United States with companies including Romeria Flamenca
of New York, Jose Porcel Company from Madrid, Spain, Caminos Flamencos of San
Francisco and as a featured artist at the Fountain Theater in Hollywood. Juan is also
classically trained having earned a Deuxieme Medaille in juried exams at the Paris
Conservatory. He has performed works including Carmen, Bolero, La Vida Breve and Triana,
and with symphony orchestras such as the San Francisco Pops Orchestra.
Thursday May 25, 2006 7:30pm
Flamenco show at Tutto Bene in Arlington, VA
Singer Jesus Montoya will be performing with guitarist Richard Marlow, dancer Anna Menendez with several of her students and Juan del Valle, Edwin Aparicio and percussionist Behzad Habibzai.
Tutto Bene is located at 501 N. Randolph St in Arlington, Virginia. Call 703-502-1005 to make your reservation.
Friday and Saturday June 2 & 3, 2006
Nora Lopez producer and Edwin Aparicio present Fuerza y Pasion: Mosaico Flamenco at Old Town Theater
Producer Nora Lopez Noguera (Alma del Arte) and Edwin Aparicio present Fuerza y Pasion: Mosaico Flamenco (Power and Pasion: Flamenco Collage) on Friday and Saturday June 2-3, 2006 9:00pm at Old Town Theater 815 1/2 King St in Alexandria, Virginia.
Performers include Edwin Aparicio, Richard Marlow, Marija Temo, Gerard Moreno, Ulrika Frank (Mirada Flamenco Dance Company), Miguel Perez, Behzad Habibzai, Sara Jerez Marlow, Genevieve Guinn, Estela Velez (Furia Flamenca), Lourdes Elias and Ziva Cohen (Ziva's Spanish Dance Ensemble).
Tickets are $30. To reserve call 703-795-5541 or send an email to monimbo22101@yahoo.com or purchase online at the Old Town Theater website. You can also contact some of the performers, including yours truly Miguelito, to purchase tickets.
Click on pic for full-size flyer (jpg 1MB).
Sunday June 4, 2006
Workshop by Marsha Bonet "Rosa la Huracana" at Alliance Dance Institute
Marsha writes: First....this is a "mini" workshop. There will be one in the Fall for a much longer time period.
There will be three forty-minute sessions. The first is for new students, with little or no experience. The second is for advanced beginners or those with a foundation in taconeo and braceo work. This class will concentrate on simple taconeo patterns and rhythms. It's only forty minutes, therefore a palo will briefly be discussed and in light detail. The last forty-minute session will be for advanced beginners and higher level students. This session will focus on the Bharatanatyam aspect which will include some Bharatanatyam footwork, mudras, and body positions. Some of the sanskrit names of some of the floreo will be mentioned and demonstrated. This class should be of interest to some of the aficionados and dancers already at a higher level. The last segment will be done in bare feet!
12:00pm-12:45pm New Beginners (no previous/little dance experience)
1:00pm-1:45pm Advanced Beginners (some dance experience)
2:00pm-2:45pm Advanced Beginners II (includes Sevillanas)
Currently accepting advanced registration.
More info can be found at the Alliance Dance Institute website or by calling 703-354-6000.
June 7-July 30, 2006
Noche Flamenca at Theatre 80 in New York, NY
Spain's acclaimed flamenco company NOCHE FLAMENCA & the extraordinary SOLEDAD BARRIO present "Cielo de Tierra" June & July 2006 at Theater 80 in New York City (New York, NY) After touring the globe for the last 11 years, the acclaimed eight-member Spanish troupe Noche Flamenco will burn up the summer stage in their beloved New York, as they bring their pure, authentic brand of flamenco to the intimate setting of Theater 80. The company, led by flamenco phenomenon Soledad Barrio, will return for the 9th season to present the world premiere of Cielo de Tierra (Heaven of Earth) which opens on Wednesday, June 7 and runs through Sunday, July 30. The company, known for their transcendent and deeply emotional performances, will also include two of Spain¹s most renowned dancers, Alejandro Granados and Juan Ogalla, performing with five of Spain¹s most spell-binding musicians and singers.
The world premiere in New York will launch a world tour including: Argentina, Chile, California, Boston, Canada and Greece.
Founded in Spain in 1993 by Barrio, winner of the highest international awards for flamenco, and her husband and artistic director Martin Santangelo, Noche Flamenca has developed into one of Spain's most successfuland respected flamenco companies.
Flamenco is a primal scream, an essential cry to express the joy, sorrow, comedy and tragedy of individuals and groups who are repressed by some form of limitation - social, economic, spiritual, physical, etc. In an attempt, through singing, playing and dancing, to free the soul from this oppression, we are impelled onto a tough but beautiful road full of miraculous human complexity. Flamenco is our vehicle," exclaims Artistic Director, Santangelo. John Heilpern sums it up in a review of our company, "She (Soledad Barrio) transcends the human like some ecstatic animal. The percussive energy is phenomenal, of course. But what ultimately transpires is the grave beauty of a dark lament."
Performances will be held Wednesday through Saturday at 8:00pm and Saturday and Sunday at 2:00pm and Sunday at 5:00pm at Theater 80, 80 St. Mark¹s
Place between 1st and 2nd Avenues, All tickets are $45 and may be bought by calling 212-352-3101 or by visiting: www.theatermania.com/nocheflamenca.
June 9-16, 2006
Festival Flamenco Internacional de Alburquerque 2006
Editor's note: normally I wouldn't include announcements for events this far outside of DC, but it turns out that a lot of DC flamencos attend this event. So in case you're missing out, here's the info from the press release:
In 1987 the University of New Mexico asked a young flamenco dancer and instructor from New Mexico to present a special event for the College of Fine Arts' 50th Anniversary. That dancer was Eva Encinias-Sandoval, and the event was a small festival of three workshops and two performances featuring three flamenco artists from outside the state. The small festival was enough to create a buzz about flamenco in New Mexico.
1987 was the year Eva became the founder and director of the only flamenco festival outside of Spain, and her relentless drive to make flamenco available to New Mexico, and essentially to the entire country, has come to fruition. Though it hasn't been without a struggle, Eva has done what virtually no other individual has ever done in this country with the art form of flamenco. She has risked her career, her reputation, and her financial well-being year after year to support the art form right here in Albuquerque, not to mention that she has never, in twenty years, benefited financially from it.
People have asked her, why would someone go to such great lengths, risk so much, spend a lifetime of work in New Mexico on an ethnic dance form that belongs in Spain? Eva has said, "Because flamenco belongs to us too." Her mother was brought up in the art form, as was her mother’s mother. It is part of her family tradition, and a part of New Mexico’s Hispanic tradition as well.
Because of the excellence in artistry presented, supported, and educated here in New Mexico under Eva's flamenco organization, The National Institute of Flamenco, national attention has grown over the years. The festival has been honored in the Oprah Magazine, and visitors from all over our country, Canada, Mexico, South America and abroad have traveled to New Mexico to experience the state's flamenco educational programs and presentations. Celebrities such as Debbie Allen have traveled to New Mexico to attend performances presented by Eva - proving that flamenco is not an antiquated dance and music form to be archived in Spanish history but a vibrant relevant expression of social circumstance.
It is alive today in the American Southwest in part by the efforts of Eva who had the courage to claim her heritage to it, and to solidify its place in our community through her selfless acts of commitment. Because of her work, Albuquerque has been called "the Sevilla of North America." New Mexico has hosted 20 years of flamenco festivals, and is like a second home to flamenco dignitaries. Albuquerque has surprisingly become a home to an artistry unparalleled in any major city in the US.
Eva has brought flamenco a long way from 1987. Her nurturing of the art form and the community's exposure to flamenco has led to unprecedented triumph. In 2006, Festival Flamenco Internacional offers much more than the three workshops and two performances of 1987. This year, the festival offers 52 artists from Spain and around the world in 10 world-class performances. This year 8 days of 32 workshops in dance, guitar, singing, percussion, history, and theory are presented at the University of New Mexico. This year New Mexican residents can see all the performances at a special rate with the New Mexico Pass - Eva’s idea of course, and her own way of personally inviting all New Mexicans to be part of the greatness of the art form. This year is the year to truly experience the fruits of a 20-year labor of love by the woman who would not let flamenco die. Though Spain may be the birthplace of flamenco, indeed Eva has made New Mexico flamenco’s heartland. Her only wish is to see us all take advantage of it!
Performances June 9-15 to be held at the University of New Mexico's Rodey Theater:
June 9: Yjastros the American Flamenco Repertory Company with Chuscales, José Fernandez, and Alfonso "El Veneno"
June 10: Compañía Antonio Canales with Karime Amaya, Paco Iglesias, Gallo, Juan José Amador, Miguel Iglesias, and Amador Losada
June 11: The 5th Annual Flamenco Competition – Preliminaries
June 12: The 5th Annual Flamenco Competition – Finals
June 13: Compañía Rafael Campallo y Adela Campallo with Juan José Amador, José Valencia, José Campallo, and Mariano Campallo
June 14: Compañía Manuela Carrasco "Un Sorbito de lo Sublime" with Joaquín Amador, Rafael de Carmen, El Torombo, Pedro Sierra, Miguel Iglesias, El Extremeño, José Valencia, Antonio Zuñiga, La Tobala, Zamara Amador, and José Carrasco
June 15: Compañía Israel Galvan "La Edad de Oro" with Fernando El Terremoto and Alfredo Lagos
"Fiesta Flamenca," gala performances June 16th and 17th to be held at the National Hispanic Cultural Center’s Journal Theater:
June 16: Featuring Manuela Carrasco, Israel Galvan, Pastora Galvan, Adela Campallo and Yjastros with Joaquín Amador, Pedro Sierra, Miguel Iglesias, El Extremeño, José Valencia, Antonio Zuñiga, La Tobala, Zamara Amador, José Carrasco, José Campallo, Mariano Campallo, Fernando El Terremoto, and Alfredo Lagos, Chuscales, José Fernandez, and Alfonso "El Veneno"
June 17: Featuring Manuela Carrasco, Antonio Canales, Pastora Galvan, Rafael Campallo, and Yjastros with Joaquín Amador, Pedro Sierra, Miguel Iglesias, El Extremeño, José Valencia, Antonio Zuñiga, La Tobala, Zamara Amador, José Carrasco, José Campallo, Mariano Campallo, Fernando El Terremoto, and Alfredo Lagos, Chuscales, José Fernandez, and Alfonso "El Veneno"
Festival Workshops June 10-17th to be held at the University of New Mexico’s Dance Program, Carlisle Gym.
Flamenco Kid’s Camp, June 5-16th to be held at the National Conservatory of Flamenco Arts in downtown Albuquerque.
For Flamenco Kid’s Camp info call Ana at 505-242-7600 or 1-877-242-6844
Friday and Saturday June 16 & 17, 2006
Carmen de Vicente's Requiebros Spanish Dance Group in Forever, Olga Ramos Spanish Music & Flamenco Festival at Thomas Jefferson Auditorium
WHAT: Forever, Olga Ramos Spanish Music & Flamenco Festival
WHO: Requiebros Spanish Dance Group, Carmen de Vicente, Castanet Virtuoso and Dancer PLUS Acclaimed SPANISH CUPLE ARTIST, Directly from Madrid, OLGA MARIA RAMOS, Singer
WHEN: Friday and Saturday (8:00pm), June 16th and 17th, 2006
WHERE: THOMAS JEFFERSON AUDITORIUM 3501 2nd Street South, Arlington, VA 22204
TICKETS: $20 Adults; $12 Children 12 and under. Call 703-684-1949 to charge by phone. Major Credit Cards Accepted
INFO: www.carmendevicente.com
After last year's success, acclaimed Spanish "cuple" singer Olga Maria Ramos repeats in Requiebros Dance Company's June concert, Forever Olga Ramos!!!
Arlington, Virginia - "Flamenco," from Andalucía, Spain, is undoubtedly among the most passionate forms of Spanish dance. Flamenco, as well as the passionate music and dance from other regions of Spain will be featured in "FOREVER, OLGA RAMOS" on Friday and Saturday, June 16th and 17th, 2006, at 8:00pm, at Thomas Jefferson Auditorium, 3501 2nd Street South in Arlington, Virginia. Olga Maria Ramos, well known in her native Spain for singing "Cuplés" and other traditional Spanish songs, will perform again after her acclaimed U.S. debut last year. Carmen de Vicente, "the most mind-boggling castanet playing I have ever heard" (Joseph McLellan, Washington Post) will display her virtuosity and artistry throughout the night. Carmen's Castanet Orchestra, the first of its kind in the world, will delight the audience with their blend of rhythm and _expression performing classical and traditional Spanish music. Requiebros Spanish Dance Group, a select group of Carmen's students, will perform Flamenco, "Sevillanas," and "El Candil" from Extremadura. Flamenco Singer Esteban Falcon and Guitarrist Alexis Fleites will add their talents to these two performances dedicated to the Music and Dance of Spain.
"FOREVER, OLGA RAMOS" is co-sponsored in part by the Embassy of Spain and Arlington Cultural Affairs, a Division of the Arlington County Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources.
Wednesday June 21, 2006 6:30pm A Thousand Feet, a Joyful Beat featuring Estela Velez at Clarendon Ballroom
The Center for Multicultural Human Services, (CMHS) cordially requests the pleasure of your company at a very special event at the Clarendon Ballroom in Arlington, Virginia. We invite you to a fun filled evening of international dance performances, dance instruction, and socializing with young professionals from the DC Metro Area. Performances will include hip-hop, flamenco, belly dancing, and much more. The emcee for the event will be Miss World Ethiopia Jiitu Abraham (www.jiituabraham.com)
This is a worthwhile event that will raise funds in support of CMHS's programs for children and their families who have been affected by war and other trauma and are struggling to rebuild their lives in the DC metropolitan area.
The Clarendon Ballroom is located at 3185 Clarendon Blvd, Arlington near the Clarendon metro on the orange line. Buy your tickets online at the CMHS website.
June 23-25, 30 and July 1-2, 2006
Performance class by Edwin Aparicio at DC Dance Collective
Dates are June 23rd, 24th, 25th, 30th, July 1st,and 2nd at 7pm. All classes will be 1:45 minutes long with a 15-minute break. For a total of two hours class. Edwin will continue teaching the soleá that he started in his workshop last May. This class will focus on the performance aspect of the choreography and will be performed by the attendants on September 16, 2006 at the D.C. Dance Collective showcase. In order to participate in the show case you would have to attend all six classes.
To register you would have to call DC Dance Collective at 202-362-7244 or visit www.dcdancecollective.com
$30 for drop-in
$150 for all six classes
Friday June 30, 2006 8:00pm seating (performance after dinner) La Pureza del Cante Flamenco featuring el Maestro del Cante Flamenco Manolo Leiva at Taberna del Alabardero
For the first time in the USA, an evening of the pure cante flamenco featuring Manolo Leiva, considered by many a master of this art form and who is a repository of knowledge about flamenco song and an interpreter of unusual, little known styles. Accompanied by guitarists Marija Temo and Enrique Jova. One performance only. This is a very rare opportunity that aficionados will not want to miss. Most of the cante we hear these days is cante for dancing--beautiful, yes, but for dancing nonetheless. In this special evening at Taberna del Alabardero, Maestro Leiva will be performing songs which are rarely heard in recitals such as the Serrana, the Polo as well as styles of Malagueñas and other cantes which few of today's singers are familiar with and which may soon be lost to history. Henry Jova, who will accompany Manolo on two or three numbers, will also be giving a brief background and comments on the material which is to be sung
Taberna del Alabardero is located at 1776 I St in NW DC--nearest metro is Farrugut West on the orange and blue lines. Call 202-429-2200 and make your reservation.
Saturday July 1, 2006 9:30pm
Sala Rociera Flamenco Party at the Pink Flamenco
Basically a Sevillanas/rumba party. This is a perfect opportunity to practice your Sevillanas with different partners in a fun atmosphere. Typically, we do Sevillanas "line dancing."
Also, dance students are encouraged to try out their flamenco dances with the guitarists. Miguelito and other professional-level guitarists will be there. Student guitarists, cajon players and singers are also encouraged to participate. Sound system with microphones will be available.
Pink Flamenco House is located at 4604 N. Park Drive in Chevy Chase, MD (walking distance from Friendship Heights metro north exit). We have our own parking lot for about 20 cars.
Saturday July 8, 2006 8:00pm
Al Andalus Flamenco at the Creative Alliance in Baltimore
From the press release: Forged in gypsy campfires, flamenco meshes dramatic, passionate dance with intricate live guitar and vocals. Described by one critic as having 'hellfire footwork,' Aparicio performs internationally. Tamara Sol teaches flamenco and, like fellow dancer Genoveva [Guinn], has studied extensively in Spain. Guitarist Richard Marlow’s percussive technique has made him one of the genre’s most sought after players. Vocalist Alfonso Cid was raised in Seville, a third generation flamenco aficionado.
The Creative Alliance is located at 3134 Eastern Ave in Baltimore. Call 410-276-1651. Ticket info can be found at the Creative Alliance website. Click on image for full-size announcement postcard.
Saturday July 8, 2006 8:00pm
Sunday July 9, 2006 7:00pm
Mirada Flamenca in New Releases Choreographers Showcase at Dance Place
After a successful audition at Dance Place last May for Dance Place's New Releases Choreographers Showcase, the Mirada Flamenca Dance Company will perform at Dance Place Theater on July 8th at 8:00pm and July 9th at 7:00pm, along with other companies presenting various dance forms. This is Dance Place's annual showcase of new adjudicated works by established and emerging choreographers from throughout the DC, MD and VA region. Ticket prices: $20 general admission, $15 students, seniors, friends, teachers (prek-12) and artists, $7 children and teens (17 & under). For more information visit www.danceplace.org or click directly on this link You may also call Dance Place at 202-269-1600.
The Mirada Flamenca dancers are Debra Belo, Ren?e Gokey, Jackie Perodin, Olivia Rojo, Mar?a Roncal, Cecilia Terrasa and Nicole Totah. Guitarist for the company is Behzad Habibzai and singer is Carlton Ashton.
Sunday July 9, 2006 8:00pm
Gipsy Kings at Wolf Trap
From the press release: With their trademark flamboyant guitar work and passionate vocals, these superstars of the world music charts put on an energy-charged live show that's hard to match.
TIP: don't bother buying tickets for the theater. Instead, get a lawn seat. It costs much less (only $25 vs $42) and it's where the real partying takes place.
Tuesday July 25, 2006 8:30pm
Noche Flamenca at Wolf Trap in Vienna, VA
Born of passion and sensuality, Noche Flamenca is one of Spain's most successful flamenco companies of dancers, singers, and guitarists. Noche Flamenca celebrates the essence, purity, and integrity of one of the most complicated and mysterious art forms. It is nothing less than "a soul-stirring tour-de-force of theater," exclaims The New York Times. Details at the Wolf Trap website
Friday-Saturday August 4-5, 2006 8:00pm Entresueño, an evening of flamenco at GALA Theatre/Tivoli
Featuring Edwin Aparicio, Eli "La Truco," Óscar Valero, Genoveva Guinn, Jesús Montoya, David Castellano, Pedro Cortés and Richard Marlow.
GALA Theatre/Tivoli is located at 3333 14th St NW Wasington DC. Tickets are $35 and can be purchased by calling 1-800-494-8497 or visit www.boxofficetickets.com/flamencoaparicio
Additonal performances:
Wednesday August 9, 2006 7:30pm in New York at Symphony Space 2537 Broadway at 95th St. Presented by Paul Fradin, a former DC flamenco! Call 212-864-5400 or visit www.symphonyspace.org
Thursday August 10, 2006 7:30pm in Chicago at the Harold Washington Library Center 400 South State St. Visit www.ticketweb.com and search for venue Harold Washington Library.
Wednesday, September 27, 2006 6:00pm
Ziva's Spanish Dance Ensemble at the Millenium Stage
This is a free performance at the Kennedy Center's beautiful Millenium Stage. Get there early to get the best seats. More info at the Kennedy Center website.
Saturday, September 30, 2006, 1:00pm
Magical Montgomery Festival of the Arts & Humanities featuring Furia Flamenca and others
Come and be enthralled by the outstanding performances at Magical Montgomery Festival such as Furia Flamenca. The festival showcases the rich cultural
heritage in Montgomery County and will feature an artist market, live music and entertainment, delicious food, and fun activities. In addition to two
main stages, the street will be crowded with performances and children's activities like drum circles, puppet making, stage fencing, art demonstrations, and much more! The festival will be on Ellsworth Road at the heart of Silver Spring from 1:00pm-7:00pm. Free admission. www.silverspringdowntown.com/events.php?item=12
Saturday, September 30, 2006 4:30pm
Ziva's Spanish Dance Ensemble at Magical Montgomery
Saturday, September 30, 2006 7:00pm
Ziva's Spanish Dance Ensemble at the DC Dance Festival
Performance at Dance Place 3225 8th St NE DC. FREE. Tickets are required and can be reserved in advance by calling the Box Office at 202-269-1600.
Sunday, October 1, 2006, 1:30pm
Furia Flamenca at Dance DC Festival, Dupont Circle
This year marks the third annual Dance DC Festival to be held September 29 to October 1, 2006. The festival will showcase a wide array of folk and
traditional dance forms throughout the city, including Furia Flamenca in Dupont Circle (circle proper) at 1:30pm.
FARRUCO will perform at the NY City Center on October 5 & 6 for the FALL FOR DANCE Festival.
Farruco, Antonio Fernandez Montoya, is the younger brother of the great flamenco dancer Farruquito. Born in Sevilla in 1988, adopted the artistic name Farruco after his late grandfather. His entire life he is witness
to the purest form of the art of flamenco. At the age of 2 he debuted in Berlin and at the age of 6 participates in his first movie "BODAS DE GLORIA" directed by his grandfather. He has performed on stages all over the world and has gained many a praise along side his mother "La Farruca" in their current production "LOS FARRUCO".
Earlier this year the film "EL TRIUNFO" recieved great acclaim when it premiered in both Malaga and Berlin Film Festivals, of which he was cast as the lead role. On October 5 and 6 Farruco will perform his latest
production "FARRUCO" at the NY City Center 2006 FALL FOR DANCE Festival.
Farruco and his family (Farruco abuelo,Farruquito, Farruca, Faraona, Barullo, Carpeta y Polito) are flamenco's royal family. They have written and will continue to write history.
Saturday, October 7, 2006, 1:00pm
Furia Flamenca at Taste of Bethesda
The 17th annual Taste of Bethesda returns on Saturday, October 7, 2006 from 11am-4pm. Bethesda’s famous food and music festival brings 50 restaurants
and four stages of cultural entertainment to Bethesda’s Woodmont Triangle. As part of the entertainment line up, Furia Flamenca will perform from
1:00-1:30pm. Admission is FREE, however taste tickets are $5.00. Enjoy! www.bethesda.org/specialevents/taste/taste.htm
Saturday, October 21 and Sunday, October 22, 2006
Joy of Motion Dance Center’s 30th Anniversary Concert, performance by Furia Flamenca and other artists
Joy of Motion Dance Center celebrates its 30th Anniversary with a special showcase at the Jack Guidone Theater, Friendship Heights. Furia Flamenca, a
resident company at Joy of Motion Dance Center will be performing with other companies and reknowed dancers.
Saturday October 21, 2006 9:00pm
Sala Rociera flamenco party at the Pink Flamenco
Basically a Sevillanas/rumba party. This is a perfect opportunity to practice your Sevillanas with different partners in a fun atmosphere. Typically, we do Sevillanas "line dancing."
Also, dance students are encouraged to try out their flamenco dances with the guitarists (see pic below). Miguelito and other professional-level guitarists will be there. Student guitarists, cajon players and singers are also encouraged to participate. Sound system with microphones will be available.
November 11-12, 2006
La Magia del Flamenco at Joy of Motion Friendship Heights Jack Guidone Theater
A flamenco show featuring performances by Furia Flamenca, students from the Joy of Motion Flamenco program, the flamenco faculty at JOMDC, and guest artist Antonio Vargas, will be held at the Jack Guidone Theatre on Saturday November 11 and Sunday November 12th.
Saturday November 25, 2006 9:30pm
Sala Rociera flamenco party at the Pink Flamenco
Basically a Sevillanas/rumba party. This is a perfect opportunity to practice your Sevillanas with different partners in a fun atmosphere. Typically, we do Sevillanas "line dancing."
Also, dance students are encouraged to try out their flamenco dances with the guitarists (see pic below). Miguelito and other professional-level guitarists will be there. Student guitarists, cajon players and singers are also encouraged to participate. Sound system with microphones will be available.
Saturday December 2, 2006
Furia Flamenca in the Jane Franklin Dance Sampler at Gunston Theater
Furia Flamenca is happy to announce its selection to perform at the Jane Franklin Dance Sampler to be held on December 2 at Gunston Hall in VA!!! After a record number of submissions, Furia Flamenca was one of only six companies selected by panelists, including Maida Withers and Johanna Seltzer, to participate in this year's Dance Sampler hosted by Jane Franklin Dance. Activities for the day include daytime workshops led by each of the featured choreographers, followed by an evening performance of the selected works. Estela will lead the flamenco workshop which will take place at 1 PM. For more details on the program and to purchase tickets please visit the Jane Franklin website.
Friday and Saturday December 8-9, 2006
Almanjayar at Gala Theatre-Tivoli
Almanjayar: a fusion of flamenco music perfomed by composer/pianist Pablo Maldonado accompanied by bass, percussion, singing and dancing. In collaboration with Fundacion Casa Patas. Theatre located at 3333 14th St in NW DC. For more information, visit the Gala Theatre-Tivoli website.
Sunday December 10, 2006 4:00pm
Camino / al flamenco at Gala Theatre-Tivoli
Edwin Aparicio and Company in a spectacular dance showcase featureing superb local and international flamenco artists. Theatre located at 3333 14th St in NW DC. For more information, visit the Gala Theatre-Tivoli website.
Centro Español de Washington celebrates its 16th Feria de Sevilla on Sunday May 21, 2006 from noon until 5:00pm in the gardens of Strathmore in Bethesda, Maryland.
"FURIA FLAMENCA" ESTELA VELEZ
From the press release: