Detailed info available by clicking on links or scrolling down. For the past events, see the Event Archives broken down by years: 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 and 2010.
Sundays 8:00pm to 11:00pm Flamenco and rumba at Vinoteca
A magnificent performance of Flamenco Rumba & Tablao: Richard Marlow (Flamenco guitar) and Sara Jerez-Marlow (dance).
Vinoteca is located at 1940 11th St NW DC. (202)332-WINE. Closest metro stop: U St/African-American Civil War Memorial/Cardozo station)
Tuesdays at 8:00pm Flamenco show at Las Tapas
Spanish restaurant with bar. Stage is raised high enough that the show is visible from just about any table in the dining room. If you're seated at the bar, the view is partially blocked. Guitarist Michael Pérez and one dancer in one performance at 8:00pm.
Las Tapas (formerly known as Costa del Sol) is located at 710 King Street, Alexandria, VA. Street parking is difficult but there are a few garages several blocks away. No age limit. (703)836-4000. Reservations are highly recommended. Closest metro stop: 15-minute walk from King St
Wednesdays at 8:00pm Flamenco show at Las Tapas
Only one show featuring guitarist Richard Marlow and one dancer. Las Tapas (formerly known as Costa del Sol) is located at 710 King Street Alexandria, VA. Street parking is difficult but there are a few garages several blocks away. No age limit. (703)836-4000. Reservations are highly recommended. Closest metro stop: 15-minute walk from King St)
Thursdays around 7:45pm and 8:45pm Flamenco show at Las Tapas
Spanish restaurant with bar. Stage is raised high enough that the show is visible from just about any table in the dining room. If you're seated at the bar, the view is partially blocked. Guitarist Richard Marlow accompanies dancers Sara Jerez and Edwin Aparicio.
Las Tapas (formerly known as Costa del Sol) is located at 710 King Street, Alexandria, VA. Street parking is difficult but there are a few garages several blocks away. No age limit. (703)836-4000. Reservations are highly recommended. Closest metro stop: 15-minute walk from King St
Thursdays 7:30pm and 9:00pm Sevillanas Show with live guitar at La Tasca in Old Town Alexandria
Featuring dancer Sara Jerez and guest with guitarist Miguelito. This La Tasca branch is located at 607 King St Alexandria, VA (one block from Las Tapas). (703)299-9810. Closest metro stop: 20-minute walk from King St
Fridays 9:30pm
Rumba at La Tasca Old Town Alexandria
Rumba show featuring guitarist Richard Marlow and band. La Tasca is located at 607 King St in Old Town Alexandria. (703)299-9810 Closest metro stop: 20-minute walk from King St
Saturdays around 7:30pm and 8:30pm Flamenco show at Café Citrón
Bar with extensive menu (primarily Caribbean/latin-american food). Show features dancer Sara Jerez (or substitute) guitarist Michael "Miguelito" Pérez. This venue is very narrow. There are only a few spots that have a full view of the show. Otherwise you'll have to stand by the bar with the rest of the crowd. Read the February 11, 2005 Weekend Section article in the Washington Post (PDF format).
Call ahead and reserve the table by the stage. Between shows and afterwards, DJ plays international music and it's usually very loud. Great for dancing--not so good for conversation.
Saturdays 9:30pm-12:30am
Rumba at Las Tapas in Old Town Alexandria
Rumba show featuring guitarist Richard Marlow and band. Las Tapas is located at 710 King St Alexandria, VA. (703)836-4000. Nearest metro is King St on the Blue and Yellow lines.
Special Events in detail
Here you will find single-performance events by visiting and local artists.
February 2011
NO flamenco festival at Lisner Auditorium for 2011
It's been 10 great years that Lisner hosted the flamenco festival and there's a good chance it will come back in the near future. New York and Boston don't have flamenco festivals this year either, so we're not the only ones. But for now we do have a few exciting things coming up for February and March.
Monday February 7, 2011 8:30pm-11:30pm
José & César Oretea aka Duende Camarón at Las Tapas
Guitarist/singer César Oretea will be flying in from Miami to join his brother guitarist/singer José for a special one night performance at Las Tapas 710 King St in Old Town Alexandria, Virginia. Call 703-836-4000.
Thursday February 17, 2011 7:00pm Una Noche en España - Ladies' Night Out at Derwood Alliance Church in Rockville, Maryland
From the press release:
"Una Noche en Espana," Ladies' Night Out
Thursday, February 17, 7:00pm
Derwood Alliance Church, 16501 Redland Road, Rockville MD 20855
Flamenco by Sarah Hart, Guitar by Behzad Habibzai
Tapas menu: marinated olives with manchego cheese; sliced apple & fennel salad with walnuts; roasted red peppers, eggplant, & sweet onions with sherry dressing; Spanish chorizo with white beans & rosemary; grilled lamb chops with garlic & parsley; flan; beverages
Inspiration by Nancy Martinez, Operation Sunflower, a counseling & retreat center in Granada, Spain
Tickets $25 per person available through Sunday, February 13 at www.derwoodalliance.org, 301-963-9200
Thursday February 24, 2011 7:30pm
Flamenco Night at El Manantial in Reston, Virginia
Singer Gerard Moreno, guitarist Ramin Rad and dancers Sarah Hart and Isabel Otero. El Manantial is located at 12050 North Shore Dr in Reston, Virginia. Call 703-742-6466 to reserve your table.
Thursday February 24, 2011 7:30pm
Flamenco Night at Jalapeño's Restaurant in Annapolis, Maryland
Singer Carlton Ashton, guitarist Behzad Habibzai and dancers Anna Menendez, Sara Jerez and Pam de Ocampo. Jalapeño's is located at 85 Forest Dr in Annapolis, Maryland. Call 410-266-7580 to reserve your table.
Friday February 25, 2011 8:00pm
Flamenco at Current Lounge in Dupont Circle
International Club of DC presents "Flamenco and International Dance Soiree at the Elegant Current Lounge with Complimentary Champagne." Flamenco dancer Emily Mazzotti will be the featured performer. Current Lounge is located at 1215 Connecticut Ave NW DC. Tickets at International Club of DC website.
Saturday February 26, 2011 6:00pm
Berklee Flamenco at the Millennium Stage
Berklee, the world's leading contemporary music school and alma mater to 74 Grammy Award winners like John Mayer and Quincy Jones, will return to the Kennedy Center to perform as part of the Center's Conservatory Project on Saturday, February 26 at 6:00pm. The concert is free.
What sets this concert apart from previous years? Berklee Flamenco, a five-piece student group, will perform the Spanish genre to celebrate Berklee's future campus in Valencia, Spain. This is the first performance dedicated to celebrating our future site on the Mediterranean. In addition to classic flamenco, the concert features pieces by the groups director, Javier Limón, and pieces by the group's pianist, student Ariadna Castellanos Rivas (pictured).
Berklee Flamenco is comprised of five students from across the globe - musicians from Spain, Puerto Rico, Israel, and the West Bank join each other on stage.
Sunday February 27, 2011 7:30pm
Furia Flamenca's Lorca: Flamenco Poetry at the Atlas Performing Arts Center
Local flamenco dance company Furia Flamenca under the direction of Estela Velez brings to life some of the works of Federico García Lorca, poet, playwright, artist, and composer in an evening of dance, poetry, and song. Federico García Lorca was killed in the Spanish Civil war by Fascists in 1936 at the age of 38. Amongst the works portrayed are some of his most famous collections of poems including the Romancero Gitano (Gypsy Ballads) which includes Prendimiento de Antonito El Camborio en el Camino de Sevilla and Muerte de Antonito perhaps a foreboding of Lorca's own death. His words are filled with passion for life, love, and death as in the lament to the bullfighter, Llanto por Ignacio Sánchez Mejias. His Gypsy spirit is also present in his songs from the joyful sounds of Sevillanas del Siglo XVIII to the haunting and melancholy Zorongo. Guitarists Guillermo Christie and Torcuato Zamora, percusionist Antonio Castro-Ossorio, violinist Andrea Vercoe, and singers Jorge Porta and Margarita Ossorio join Furia Flamenca to bring you the passion of Federico García Lorca.
March 4-6, 2011
Flamenco masterclasses with Miguel Vargas at Joy of Motion Friendship Heights
From the press release: We are very excited to announce the upcoming Master Classes with renowned flamenco dancer and teacher Miguel Vargas taking place at the Joy of Motion Dance Center on March 4-6. Please find information on the workshops below. For additional information and to register, please visit the Joy of Motion Dance Center's website at www.joyofmotion.org (click here and go to the workshops tab). For more information on Miguel Vargas, please see his bio below and/or visit his website at www.miguelvargas.com. Hope to see you at the workshops!
Tarantos
Friday, March 4, 8:00-9:15pm - Friendship Heights
Saturday, March 5, 7:00-8:15pm - Friendship Heights
Sunday, March 6, 2:30-3:45pm - Friendship Heights
$25 in advance/$35 at the door
Beginner and above
The Tarantos are serious, slow, melancholy, profound songs and dances connected to Tangos. The rhythm is in 4/4, similar in most ways to Tangos. The tempo is slow and intense, but a performance usually ends by speeding up into a Tangos.
Cantiñas del Pinini
Friday, March 4, 9:15-10:45pm - Friendship Heights
Saturday, March 5, 5:30-7:00pm - Friendship Heights
Sunday, March 6, 4:00-5:30pm. - Friendship Heights
$25 in advance/$35 at the door
Intermediate/Advanced
It is a generic name for a range of cantes (styles of songs) involving happy and lively music, such as caracoles, mirabrás, romeras and alegrías, all of which have generally brief coplas (poetic compositions, in verse, used as lyrics), and are thought to be related with the old Cádiazo jota. They are cantes festeros (feast or party songs, which tend to be loud and happy) for dancing that became very fashionable in the cafés cantantes (late nineteenth and early twentieth century establishments serving drinks that staged performances of singing, playing and dancing). This dance is characterised by a harmonious swinging of the arms, undulating movements, light punteados (a kind of percussion using the feet), paso castellano de perfil (a dance step that is characteristic of cantiñas and alegrías, and is done with side-on to the audience) and escobillas (section of the dance that includes the zapateado, a rhythmic combination of sounds made by stepping with the heel, sole and toe of the foot). The meter of the cantiñas is related to the meter of the soleá, and both of them are also related to bulerías, or the 12 beat. The choreography taught will use music from one of the biggest performers/singer of cantiñas El Pinini de Utrera.
Miguel Vargas "Even though absorbed in his dancing, he keeps himself completely under control, firm and light at the same time. Vargas dominates the audience just by slightly arching his pinkie…with the most varied rhythms, he shows a flamenco without compromises, that puts together archaic and ageless traditions, with intense and improvised interpretation." -Rheinische Post
This is only one of many fabulous acclaims Miguel Vargas earned for his performances in Germany, France, Japan and Spain, just to mention a few countries. The history of Miguel Vargas begins far from Europe with his birth in 1975 in Venezuela, son of a university professor and of a psychologist. The family moves to Germany and the career of his father takes him all over the world, spending periods in Mexico and Spain. He debuts like a prodigy child at the early age of six and at the age of twelve he begins to teach. Since the very beginning he instinctively understands the spirit and character of Flamenco. After learning the basics of the dance, he develops his own personal style. "His dance is pure charisma, pure energy, passion, intensity, personality, technique. pure instinct." Artist of universal soul, personifies a fusion of cultures, music and styles of dance. Miguel Vargas has incorporated his modern cosmopolitan character into the pure flamenco dance. After obtaining a high school degree in 1994, Miguel Vargas begins his career in Spain, dancing in the most renowned tablao of Seville: Los Gallos. He performs with artists like Manuela Carrasco and Mario Maya. Along with Mario Maya's company, he performed in front of the King and Queen of Spain in the World Championships of Winter Sports in Granada in 1996. He performs in "Lincoln Center" of New York, in the Festival of Theater in Avignon and continues with a tour through France. In 1997 he creates his own company. He dances in Madrid, New York, in the Halle aux grains of Toulouse and realizes a tour through Florida. 1998 he takes part in the "Bienal de Flamenco of Seville", the most prestigious festival of flamenco in the world. At the moment, he continues presenting his shows in Singapore, Japan, Finland, Norway, Switzerland, Austria, Greece, Dubai, etc. He has been recorded in CD's and television, collaborating with Kiko Veneno and Esperanza Fernández among others. "Miguel Vargas is synonymous of dreams, dedication, efforts and victories" Today, he is one of the biggest exponents of the current flamenco dance. As ambassador of the Spanish culture he has danced in front of monarchs and presidents in the whole world. He is currently a businessman. He directs the Center of Art and Flamenco of Seville - institution dedicated to the education and diffusion of the flamenco art, together with his wife, the singer Esperanza Fernández.
"Flamenco is the way I express myself, my philosophy of life, not just my work. When I'm dancing, I reveal my soul. I am Flamenco from the time I get up in the morning until I go to sleep at night, even when I'm asleep. I dream flamenco. Flamenco is my wife, my children are flamenco, flamenco is the city where I live and everything I do," explains Miguel Vargas.
March 6-10, 2011
Flamenco workshops with Carmela Greco, La Truco, Pepa Molina and María Juncal at Olney Theatre Center
From the press release:
Prior to the show, the four artists will be offering five days of master workshops, concluded with a fifth day conference/Q&A regarding flamenco. The workshops will take place March 6-10, 2011 (Sunday through Thursday inclusive) and be held at the Olney Theatre Center in Olney, MD (2001 Olney-Sandy Spring Rd, Olney, MD 20832).
Two levels of classes will be held: Beginner/Intermediate and Intermediate/Advanced.
On Sunday, March 6, 2011, four one-hour classes will be taught to the Beginner/Intermediate level (10 -2 pm), and four one-hour classes to the Intermediate/Advanced Level(2-6 pm).
On Monday, March 7, 2011, through Thursday, March 10, 2011, three one-hour classes will be taught to each level concurrently (7-10 pm).
Each artist will teach the following during her one-hour class:
Carmela Greco - Abanico (the Flamenco Fan)
La Truco - Manton (the Flamenco Shawl)
Pepa Molina - Bata de Cola (the Flamenco Lengthened Skirt)
María Juncal - Pies y Brazos (Feet and Arm Movement)
Cost of each level for all 16 classes will be $560 per person; drop-in rate will be $40/class. The schedule for each class time will be posted shortly.
On Friday, March 11, each of the four artists will speak about Flamenco, which will be followed with a Q&A. Exact location, details to follow.
Saturday March 12, 2011 8:00pm
Concierto Andalouse and Gala Flamenca at Lisner Auditorium
Joining Pan American Symphony Orchestra (PASO) for a riveting performance of Spanish and Arabic music is the Middle East's most famous oud (Arabic lute) player, folk singer, and classical composer, Marcel Khalifé. Suite Andalouse, Khalifé's own composition that blends traditional Arabic musical traditions with Spanish flamenco elements, moves the listener with its intense and poetic beauty. Bachar Khalifé joins him on percussion. Special guests from Spain are flamenco dancers Carmela Greco, María Juncal, La Truco, and Pepa Molina.
Sunday March 13, 2011 7:00pm
Paco Peña presents Flamenco Vivo at Lisner Auditorium
As guitarist, composer, dramatist, producer and artistic mentor, Paco Peña embodies both the authenticity and innovation in flamenco and has transformed perceptions of this archetypal Spanish art form. Since 1970 Paco Peña has performed regularly with his own hand-picked company of dancers, guitarists and singers in a succession of groundbreaking shows proving that the soul of flamenco lies in the authentic expression of emotions through music and dance.
Wednesday March 23, 2011 12:00pm
Furia Flamenca at the Forum of Sidney Harman Hall
Happenings at the Harman brings the community up close and personal with the performers and performances at the Harman Center for the Arts as well as throughout the metro-DC community. Held on Wednesdays from 12:00 to 1:00pm, these free performances feature some of the leading artists and thinkers of the day as they explore the synergy between the performances on our city's stages and the events that shape our community and world.
Seating is based on availability and is on a first-come, first-served basis.
Friday March 25, 2011 8:00pm
Emily Mazzotti at Current Lounge
The International Club of DC presents a flamenco performance by dancer Emily Mazzotti at Current Lounge in Dupont Circle. More info at the International Club of DC website.
Sunday March 27, 2011 3:00pm
Flamenco show at Leisure World featuring Manolo Leiva, Marija Temo, Ulrika Frank and Anna Menéndez
Marija Temo will accompany legendary flamenco singer, Manolo Leiva, flamenco dancers, Ulrika Frank and Anna Menendez in flamenco concert.
Leisure World
Club House II Auditorium
Leisure World Blvd
Silver Spring, MD 20906
3:00pm
$10.00
NOTE: Only Leisure World residents can purchase tickets for themselves and outsiders. No tickets will be available for purchase at the door.
Saturday April 9, 2011
Flamenco Completo workshop with Ulrika Frank and Marija Temo in Vienna, Virginia
Saturday April 30, 2011 2:30pm
Free flamenco class at Maryland Day at University of Maryland College Park
From the press release:
As part of Maryland Day, April 30th
Un Sabor del Flamenco - Intro dance Workshop
Come learn the rhythmic and expressive dance of the Gypsy and Andalusian peoples of Southern Spain with dance Professor Miriam Phillips 'La Miri.' Please wear hard-soled shoes or boots.
Time: 2:30pm-3:30pm
Location: University of Maryland, Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center, Studio 2
Lots of other fun music, dance, performance, art and culture workshops and booths throughout the day! Visit the Maryland Day website.
Saturday April 30, 2011
Pastora Flamenco at the Warehouse Theater
Pastora Flamenco will be making its Washington DC debut on April 30th, 2011 under the artistic direction of Anna Menendez in its production of "PRIMEROS PASOS" (first steps). In "Primeros Pasos" Anna leads dancers Pam de Ocampo, Jennifer Graham, Cecilia Terrasa and Yolit Yospe with Guitarist Behzad Habibzai and percussionist Alfredo Darquea. This emerging dance company will be presenting brand new works and features guest artist, singer, Alfonso Cid, in the exciting and intimate setting of the Warehouse Theater.
Anna Menendez has performed locally, nationally and internationally. She has performed with the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra, The Washington Opera and in Edwin Aparicio's productions of "Intimo," "Dos Mundos," "Camino/ al Flamenco," to name a few. Most recently she appeared with Suite Hispania's productions of "Amores Quebrados" presented at the Repertorio Espanol in New York City and in Bucharest, Romania. Anna is very pleased and excited to be presenting her own company, Pastora, at the Warehouse! More information to follow soon.
For tickets and information please send an email to:
Pastora Flamenco is supported in part by the American Dance Institute's Arts Incubator Program
Pastora Flamenco Presents: "Primeros Pasos"
Saturday, April 30th 2011 at 8pm The Warehouse Theater
1021 7th Street, NW first Floor, rear entrance
Washington, DC 20001
tickets: $30
for tickets send an email to
Friday May 6, 2011 3:00pm
Natalia Monteleón's Arte Flamenco at Flowermart in Mt Vernon Plaza, Baltimore
Guitarist Miguelito with members of Arte Flamenco. FREE! More info at the Flowermart website.
Saturday May 7, 2011 12:00pm
Flamenco dancer Marsha Bonet-Savchenko at Alexandria Burke Branch Library
Friday May 13, 2011 8:00pm
Bridging of Two Cultures: Andalucía-Crete at Lincoln Theatre
Several organizations with the support of the embassies of Spain and Greece, proudly present "The Bridging of Two Cultures: Andalucía-Crete," a concert event of music and dance. This is a unique and exceptional intercultural cooperation of musicians and dancers from Andalucía (Spain) and Crete (Greece). These two musical traditions, although from opposite ends of the Mediterranean, are inextricably linked through dance and the improvisations of each individual musician. Together they yield an exciting and refreshing insight into the two different yet similar cultures. The common and strongly felt passion in music and dance of these cultures will be show-cased, for the first time, on the stage of the Historic Lincoln Theatre, by a group of renowned musicians and dancers from both the Greek island of Crete and the Andalusia region of Spain. Even if you know nothing about Andalusian Flamenco and Cretan line dancing, this is a unique opportunity not to be missed!
Saturday May 14, 2011 10:00pm
Dinner and Flamenco Show at Divino Lounge in Bethesda
Flamenco show featuring dancers Edwin Aparicio, Anna Menéndez, Tamara Sol, guitarist Behzad Habibzai and singer Hector Márquez. $45 per person plus tax and tip. $15 show only. Divino Lounge is located at 7345-B Wisconsin Ave in Bethesda, Maryland. Nearest metro is Bethesda on the Red Line. Call 240-497-0300 to reserve your table.
Sunday May 15, 2011
Centro Español de Washington's Feria de Sevilla
This the DC area's biggest event featuring local flamenco performers and occasionally out-of-town guest artists. It'll take place starting around noon on Sunday May 15th at Strathmore at 5301 Tuckerman Lane in Bethesda, Maryland. It's also conveniently located next to the Grosvenor metro on the red line.
Here are some pics from the 2007 Feria to give you an idea of what to expect.
Saturday May 21, 2011 1:00pm
Flamenco guitarist Miguelito with dancers Ginette and Pam at the Alexandria Central Library
Hour-long performance with brief lecture featuring dancers Ginette and Pam de Ocampo accompanied by guitarist Miguelito. Admission is FREE! Performance will take place at Alexandria Central Library's beautiful central courtyard which is located at 5005 Duke St in Alexandria, Virginia.
Saturday and Sunday June 4-5, 2011 6:30pm
Taberna del Alabardero presents Con Aires de Utrera
From the press release: Desde Sevilla
"Con Aires de Utrera"
with Jesule de Utrera y Natalia Meiriño
Emily Mazzotti-Dancer
Behzad Habibzai-Guitarist
Jason Vera y Aragón-Percussionist
Saturday June 4th & Sunday June 5th
Seating between 6:30pm-7:30pm
*one show each night*
$75 per person
Taberna del Alabardero 1776 I St NW Washington DC 20006
To make your table reservation, call 202-429-2200 or visit Taberna's page on OpenTable.com.
Saturday June 4, 2011 1:30pm
Furia Flamenca at the Washington Folk Festival
"The 31st Annual Washington Folk Festival will be held on Saturday, June 4 and Sunday, June 5, 2011. The festival runs from Noon to 7:00pm on Saturday and Sunday at Glen Echo Park. Rain or Shine! The festival is FREE to the public."
"The 31st Annual Washington Folk Festival showcases the diversity of traditional music in the Washington area. All musicians, storytellers, dancers, and craftspeople live in the the greater Washington metropolitan area and volunteer their talents to put on a first class festival of national renown. With performances representing cultures from around the world as well as around the country, it is your chance to find out what is going on in the folk communities of the area."
Furia Flamenca goes onstage at 1:30pm. The Folk Festival is notorious about starting shows right on time, so don't be late!
"The 31st Annual Washington Folk Festival will be held on Saturday, June 4 and Sunday, June 5, 2011. The festival runs from Noon to 7:00pm on Saturday and Sunday at Glen Echo Park. Rain or Shine! The festival is FREE to the public."
"The 31st Annual Washington Folk Festival showcases the diversity of traditional music in the Washington area. All musicians, storytellers, dancers, and craftspeople live in the the greater Washington metropolitan area and volunteer their talents to put on a first class festival of national renown. With performances representing cultures from around the world as well as around the country, it is your chance to find out what is going on in the folk communities of the area."
Arte Flamenco goes onstage at 4:00pm. The Folk Festival is notorious about starting shows right on time, so don't be late!
Friday and Saturday June 24-25, 2011 8:00pm
Carmen de Vicente's Portrait of Spain at the Gunston Arts Center in Arlington
From the press release: Under the artistic direction of Carmen de Vicente, experience the energy and excitement that typifies Spain! Performing in its 15th year, Carmen de Vicente Spanish Dance Academy will orchestrate yet another vibrant performance with authentic costumes, music and dance. Audiences can expect to be mesmerized by performances from special guests Sergio Bernal-Alonso, premier dancer of the Royal Conservatory of Madrid, and Olga María Ramos, accomplished Cuplé singer from Madrid, in addition to Carmen de Vicente, Requiebros Spanish Dance Group, and Carmen de Vicente Castanet Ensemble.
For more information and to order tickets on-line, please go to www.carmendevicente.com or send an email to:
Portrait of Spain is sponsored in part by the Arlington County through the Arlington Commission for the Arts and the Cultural Affairs Division of the Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Resources & the Embassy of Spain.
Carmen de Vicente Presents: Portrait of Spain
Friday, June 24 and Saturday, June 25, 2011 at 8pm
GUNSTON ARTS CENTER
2700 S. Lang Street
Arlington, VA 22206
Advanced tickets $25; after June 15th $30
Monday June 27, 2011 - Friday July 1, 2011
Flamenco workshop with Sergio Bernal-Alonso, premier dancer of the Royal Conservatory of Madrid
From the press release:
Born in Madrid, Spain, Sergio Bernal-Alonso began to study Spanish dance at the age of 4. In 2002, he was admitted to the prestigious Madrid Royal Conservatory of Dance and the following year performed as a guest artist in Carlos Saura's film Iberia. In 2004 he joined Madrid's Flamenco Ballet and has since performed as a soloist, a guest artist, and an active participant in different choreographies with well-known Masters, such as Julia Estévez, Gloria López, and Marilo. In 2009, he was the main dancer in Pléyade and in Madrid's International Gala Dance, under the direction of Miguel Fuentes. In 2009 he participated in the production of "El corazón de piedra verde" by Spain's National Ballet and also won the National Award of Spanish Dance in that same year. Sergio has a Masters in Spanish Dance from the Royal Conservatory of Madrid, Spain. At present, he is both a soloist, and a member of the Rafael Estévez and Nani Paños' dance company and has performed under the direction of renowned Spanish filmmaker Carlos Saura.
Concentrating on the technique of footwork, stylistic hand, arm, and torso movements, students will have the opportunity to incorporate techniques when they learn Tangos and other dance forms under the direction of Sergio Bernal-Alonso. All levels of students welcome.
Wednesday June 29, 2011 12:00pm
Furia Flamenca at the Forum of Sidney Harman Hall
Happenings at the Harman brings the community up close and personal with the performers and performances at the Harman Center for the Arts as well as throughout the metro-DC community. Held on Wednesdays from 12:00 to 1:00pm, these free performances feature some of the leading artists and thinkers of the day as they explore the synergy between the performances on our city's stages and the events that shape our community and world.
Seating is based on availability and is on a first-come, first-served basis.
Friday and Saturday August 19-20, 2011 8:00pm
Gipsy Kings at Wolf Trap
These artists need no introduction and DC locals know very well that Wolf Trap is one of the best places to enjoy the music while appreciating the great outdoors. TIP: get a lawn seat because that's where the party is. :-)
A magnificent performance of Flamenco Rumba & Tablao: Richard Marlow (Flamenco guitar) and Sara Jerez-Marlow (dance).
Spanish restaurant with bar. Stage is raised high enough that the show is visible from just about any table in the dining room. If you're seated at the bar, the view is partially blocked. Guitarist Michael Pérez and one dancer in one performance at 8:00pm.
Spanish restaurant with bar. Stage is raised high enough that the show is visible from just about any table in the dining room. If you're seated at the bar, the view is partially blocked. Guitarist Richard Marlow accompanies dancers Sara Jerez and Edwin Aparicio.
Featuring dancer Sara Jerez and guest with guitarist Miguelito. This 
Bar with extensive menu (primarily Caribbean/latin-american food). Show features dancer Sara Jerez (or substitute) guitarist Michael "Miguelito" Pérez. This venue is very narrow. There are only a few spots that have a full view of the show. Otherwise you'll have to stand by the bar with the rest of the crowd. Read the February 11, 2005 Weekend Section article in the 
Guitarist/singer César Oretea will be flying in from Miami to join his brother guitarist/singer José for a special one night performance at Las Tapas 710 King St in Old Town Alexandria, Virginia. Call 703-836-4000.
From the press release:
Berklee, the world's leading contemporary music school and alma mater to 74 Grammy Award winners like John Mayer and Quincy Jones, will return to the Kennedy Center to perform as part of the 
Local flamenco dance company Furia Flamenca under the direction of Estela Velez brings to life some of the works of Federico García Lorca, poet, playwright, artist, and composer in an evening of dance, poetry, and song. Federico García Lorca was killed in the Spanish Civil war by Fascists in 1936 at the age of 38. Amongst the works portrayed are some of his most famous collections of poems including the Romancero Gitano (Gypsy Ballads) which includes Prendimiento de Antonito El Camborio en el Camino de Sevilla and Muerte de Antonito perhaps a foreboding of Lorca's own death. His words are filled with passion for life, love, and death as in the lament to the bullfighter, Llanto por Ignacio Sánchez Mejias. His Gypsy spirit is also present in his songs from the joyful sounds of Sevillanas del Siglo XVIII to the haunting and melancholy Zorongo. Guitarists Guillermo Christie and Torcuato Zamora, percusionist Antonio Castro-Ossorio, violinist Andrea Vercoe, and singers Jorge Porta and Margarita Ossorio join Furia Flamenca to bring you the passion of Federico García Lorca.
We are very excited to announce the upcoming Master Classes with renowned flamenco dancer and teacher Miguel Vargas taking place at the Joy of Motion Dance Center on March 4-6. Please find information on the workshops below. For additional information and to register, please visit the Joy of Motion Dance Center's website at 
Joining Pan American Symphony Orchestra (PASO) for a riveting performance of Spanish and Arabic music is the Middle East's most famous oud (Arabic lute) player, folk singer, and classical composer, Marcel Khalifé. Suite Andalouse, Khalifé's own composition that blends traditional Arabic musical traditions with Spanish flamenco elements, moves the listener with its intense and poetic beauty. Bachar Khalifé joins him on percussion. Special guests from Spain are flamenco dancers Carmela Greco, María Juncal, La Truco, and Pepa Molina.
As guitarist, composer, dramatist, producer and artistic mentor, Paco Peña embodies both the authenticity and innovation in flamenco and has transformed perceptions of this archetypal Spanish art form. Since 1970 Paco Peña has performed regularly with his own hand-picked company of dancers, guitarists and singers in a succession of groundbreaking shows proving that the soul of flamenco lies in the authentic expression of emotions through music and dance.
Pastora Flamenco will be making its Washington DC debut on April 30th, 2011 under the artistic direction of Anna Menendez in its production of "PRIMEROS PASOS" (first steps). In "Primeros Pasos" Anna leads dancers Pam de Ocampo, Jennifer Graham, Cecilia Terrasa and Yolit Yospe with Guitarist Behzad Habibzai and percussionist Alfredo Darquea. This emerging dance company will be presenting brand new works and features guest artist, singer, Alfonso Cid, in the exciting and intimate setting of the Warehouse Theater.
Flamenco show featuring dancers Edwin Aparicio, Anna Menéndez, Tamara Sol, guitarist Behzad Habibzai and singer Hector Márquez. $45 per person plus tax and tip. $15 show only. 
Hour-long performance with brief lecture featuring dancers Ginette and Pam de Ocampo accompanied by guitarist Miguelito. Admission is FREE! Performance will take place at Alexandria Central Library's beautiful central courtyard which is located at 
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Under the artistic direction of Carmen de Vicente, experience the energy and excitement that typifies Spain! Performing in its 15th year, Carmen de Vicente Spanish Dance Academy will orchestrate yet another vibrant performance with authentic costumes, music and dance. Audiences can expect to be mesmerized by performances from special guests Sergio Bernal-Alonso, premier dancer of the Royal Conservatory of Madrid, and Olga María Ramos, accomplished Cuplé singer from Madrid, in addition to Carmen de Vicente, Requiebros Spanish Dance Group, and Carmen de Vicente Castanet Ensemble.
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