Sadler’s Wells presents two weeks of top flight flamenco from some of the world’s best dancers, singers and musicians.
From Latin Grammy Award-winning guitarist Vicente Amigo and internationally renowned flamenco singer José Mercé to sublime performances from flamenco legend Manuela Carrasco and rising star Olga Pericet, this is a very special line-up. An annual highlight of the international dance calendar, this two-week festival brings flamenco’s finest to London.
Come and celebrate Christmas with us Spanish Way. Amazing vibrant Rumbaba Deluxe will play for us and make us dance
Friends and family welcome!
Do not miss!
Fiesta Flamenca!
South Hill Park, Bracknell, 3rd December 2011.
Come and join Ilusion Flamenca, Martins Heron, for our Christmas party 2011! The evening will start with a display of Fandangos, Tangos and Tientos by our very own estudentes flamencas followed by dancing to a live set by the acclaimed rumba band Rumbaba Deluxe. Start the Christmas season in Flamenco style!
Limited tickets, so book early!
Tickets £15 each, available by e-mail ilusiononflamenca@hotmail.com ,
or telephone Angela on 07931341754
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The students and director of Ilusion Flamenca! International Flamenco School are proud to present our greatest show yet - Gala Flamenca - at the Shaw Theatre, London.
We will be showing the best of the choreographies we have been practising and performing since the school began in 1999.
The show includes over 100 dancers of all ages, a truly international group of men, women and children from around the world, brought together by our passion for Flamenco.
The performances will be supported by Londons favourite professional Flamenco artists and musicians, with expert stage and lighting engineers.
The theatre has a bar and in-house restaurant.
Sound: Javier Urreta
Lighting: Tom Wiffen
Stage Manager: Sandra Anido
Filming: Carlos Otero
Graphic Designer: Sophie Young
Website Design: Saâd Bamouh
Photographer: Debbie Costello and Natalie Sternberg
Hair/make up: Samantha Jayne
Artists: Singers Manuel de la Malena and Lola Rueda, Guitars Tony Despeinao and Steve Holmes, Percussion Pablo Dominguez, Castanets Trinidad Garcia and Angela Alonso.
¤ Please notice recording is not allowed in the auditorium during the show (videocameras, mobile phones and other devices).
Those using them will be asked to leave the theatre. No refunds policy applies.
Tickets cannot be bought at venue prior the event.
You can book online at www.ticketmaster.com
or using the booking line 0844 248 5075
(add it please) or the day of the event at venue one hour before show starts.
(admin fee applies when booking)
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Tickets price: Adults: £18-£22 Children under 16: £9-£11
Sunday 17th April 2011
Exclusive performance with Eduardo Guerrero live in London
As a rising star in the world of Flamenco performers, Eduardo is in constant demand for his skill and inimitable style. He is so popular that the only way to see him is in the largest theatres of the capital cities. For one time only, Ilusion Flamenca have managed to get Eduardo to perform an intimate and exclusive set at London’s Costa Dorada, on Sunday 17th April at 7pm.
Tito Heredia, Manuel de la Malena
and Angela Alonso will accompany him. Exclusive Masterclasses.
Eduardo Guerrero
performed at this year's this Flamenco Festival 2011 with Aida Gomez Company in the production "Carmen" and with Eva Yerbabuena's Show "Cuando Yo Era"
Watch Eduardo Guerrero with Rocio Molina. Sadler’s Wells Flamenco Festival 2010(in red waistcoat)
Manuel de la Malena
Manuel de la Malena voice communicates one of the most pure forms of Flamenco. He captures the passion, the pain and the pathos of the peoples of Andalusia. Manuel is a descendant of one of the earliest Flamenco singers, Luis Montoya Garcés, or Tio Luis el de Juliana, and was himself born in Jerez de la Frontera, one of the points of the Flamenco triangle between Sevilla and Huelva. Manuels voice is deep, resonant and full of the most beautiful expressions of the genre of Flamenco cante. His appearances at the Festival de la Union, Cante Grande de Almeria and the National Festival de Cordoba saw him working alongside such Flamenco luminaries as Tio Borrico, Antiano Mairena, and Vicente Soto Sordera to great acclaim and high praise winning him awards for his performances.
Tito Heredia
is an Andalucian gypsy born in Algeciras, near Gibraltar and was educated in Madrid and London. With a family background of flamenco music, his uncle a singer and his cousins guitarists, he started his career when he was only eleven years old. Unable to read music he learned the correct fingering for the guitar from a diagram drawn in the back of a cigarette packet by a veteran flamenco player. At the age of eighteen he won a scholarship to Madrid University, where he graduated as an architect. However, he then decided he was more interested in the intricacies of virtuoso guitar playing than elevations, plans, and blueprints!. Although he plays classical guitar, Tito is chiefly interested in Flamenco Music - "It has the tragic intensity of life"- he says. Tito has played throughout Spain, Britain, France, Germany, Japan, The United States and Australia. He has accompanied Trader Fanlkner in "Lorca" at the Lyric, and Donmar Theatres in London. He has also appeared on television with Frankie Howard, Dave Allen, Benny Hill and Clio Laine. We can also hear Tito's guitar in the Mask of Zorro soundtrack.
Angela Alonso
Angela Alonso was born in southern Spain. She was brought up in an environment where music and dance played an important role. Her aunt, Trinidad Garcia, a Flamenco and Ballet Teacher herself, introduced Angela to this art form at the age of four. From that moment until today, Flamenco has become a way of life for her. Since then she has learned from remarkable dancers and choreographers and participate in official national and international events and dance festivals (Moscow, Tel-Aviv, Lisbon, Istanbul, Paris, Marrakesh). Angela has been touring worldwide since the early age of 13.
Angela recently starred in a promotional video with the band featuring Spanish National Ballet dancer Saulo Garrido. She has also been featured by the Times Newspaper in an about the Spanish Regent Street Festival “A Taste of Spain” organized by the London Spanish Tourist Board.
Her school was selected b for teaching eventual winner, Jill Halfpenny. She has also appeared at with London based Spanish band as part of “La Linea Festival”. She has also been interviewed at London Radio in Several occassions.
In 1998 she funded Ilusion Flamenca Dance School and Productions Agency. Ilusion Flamenca offers weekly flamenco classes in the heart of London and best venues: The Place, London Contemporary Dance School and The Gym in London Covent Garden. The schools offers courses and masterclasses with special guests like Rafael Amargo, Familia Farruco and Chiqui de Jerez amongts others. Ilusion Flamenca also works with the Spanish Tourist Board and La Consejeria de Educacion in promoting flamenco throught out the Uk.
London’s Costa Dorada
The Flamenco venue Costa Dorada off Londons fashionable Totenham Court Rd, first opened its doors to public during the mid 1980's when it was established by Señor ‘Pepe’ from Jerez de la Frontera, the heartland of Flamenco in Spain. Since then Costa Dorada has gone through many changes but remains the house of live Flamenco in London. Many top artists have dined at this venue when visiting the capital including the most famous Flamenco Stars of recent times; Joaquin Cortes, Sara Baras and Paco de Lucia amongst others. Don't forget to try their "tapas por metro" menu.
Day: Sun 17th April 2011
Time: Doors open: 7pm Show starts: 8pm
Show ends 10pm (aprox)
Fee: £14 Advanced tickets
£16 At the door
Venue Address:
Nueva Costa Dorada
Restautant
Address:
47-55 Hanway Street
London
W1T 1UX
-Food not include in the price.
On the night we will have the
"Tapas por Metro" deal as well as our full menu selection.
-Table booking: Not available, first
comes first served basis. Sorry in
this occassion reserving tables is
not possible. Arrive early to get the
best seats.
-ADVANCE TICKETS BOOKING
Book tickets in advance and pay less!. To book advanced tickets send us a cheque by post. Tickets can be collected on the night at venue.
Please make cheques payable to Ilusion Flamenca and post them to 19 Buxton Court Windsor Terrace London N1 7TN or email us for bank transfer details.
Please you must include a telephone contact number in case we need to phone you regarding your booking.
Sun 19th June 2011
FLAMENCO BOAT PARTY SUNDAY
*Special thanks to those that came to support our event on Sunday.
We have now £400 to send to Lorca. Well done!
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Let's Rock the Boat! Special Charity Event for Lorca Earthquake
Our next meeting on the Thames will be on Sunday 19th June. This is an special charity event to rise money to send to the victims of the earthquake in Lorca (south of Spain)
We will rocking the boat with Rumbaba Delux and Jardales por Fuera (which lead singer is from Lorca). Their contagious rumba vibe will make you dance!
Ilusion Flamenca will donate 100% of the money collected on the door to Lorca. We will send them to an account in Caja Murcia that is collecting donations to help the victims.
Cajamurcia: Account Number 2043 0090 30 2007007302
Sadler’s Wells welcomes the very best of Spain’s flamenco talent during its two week Flamenco Festival. From the stunning voices of Estrella Morente and Miguel Poveda, to unforgettable performances by Aída Gómez as Carmen and Eva Yerbabuena in a brand new show, this annual season of flamenco is a unique opportunity to sample authentic Spanish flamenco in London.
"Sadler’s Wells has struck gold with its annual season of
Flamenco" The Independent
“The Flamenco Festival is now an eagerly anticipated annual fixture” Daily Express
"Special Sadler's Wells Flamenco Festival Party at Bar&Co with Ilusion Flamenca"
"SUNDAY 30TH JANUARY 7PM"
'The annual Sadler's Well Flamenco Festival is about to take off, and Ilusion Flamenca will be celebrating by rocking the boat! Join us for live music by Rumbaba Deluxe (Adrian, Pablo Dominguez and Jo), and the chance to win a pair of tickets to Israel Galvan Show
One of the most successful flamenco singers today returns to the Barbican to present his latest work Ruido (Noise), a beautiful album filled with bulerias, tangos, alegrias, rumba and the art of solea, with breath-taking guitars, exquisite and passionate vocals from Mercé, and contemporary arrangements that take flamenco to a new level.
"WIN TICKETS WITH ILUSION FLAMENCA"
Win tickets! Ilusion Flamenca Jose Merce Competition.
We have a few tickets to give away... send us an e-mail answering the following question;
-What's Jose Merce full name?-
Send us an e-mail to ilusionflamenca2@hotmail.com with the answer quoting Jose Merce
in the subject up to Friday 19th November. Winners will be notified over the weekend.
Good luck to everyone!
Day: 25th November
Show starts:
7.30pm
Fee: £15-30
Venue Address:
Barbican Centre
Silk Street London
EC2Y 8DS
Underground:
Barbican, Moorgate
Formed in 2009, 'Jardares por Fuera' fuses old style Flamenco with Hip Hop, Reggae, Rumba and Swing in a fresh mix of simplicity and extravagance. The band comprises a group of London based Spanish musicians:
Davinia Baño on vocals and Pablo Dominguez on the guitar are joined by the lead singer of 'Mano de Dios', Jackson Scott (vocals and guitar), Gori Matas on the piano and accordion, Ayoze Hernandez on the cajon and drums and Joe James on the Bass.
They are constantly collaborating with musicians from the local scene to develop their very unique style.
The name 'Jardares por Fuera' comes from a local expression of Murcia (Spain) that stands for an un-tucked shirt, a symbol of the unconventional, staying outside the rules.
Ilusion Flamenca presents "Cuadro de Jerez" at South Hill Park
Ilusion Flamenca is delighted to announce the return to London of Cuadro de Jerez with Tatiana Ruiz and special guess Manuel Soto directly from Jerez , the heart of flamenco. Tatiana Ruiz daughter of Chiqui de Jerez will dance in this occassion accompanined by guitarist Tito Heredia and acclaimed singer Manuel Soto, familly of the greatest flamenco singer of our time, Jose Merce who will be performing at London's Barbican Centre in November. It is a privilage to have our friend Manuel Soto in exclusive with us. Angela Alonso, head of Ilusion flamenca and Flamenco teacher at South Hill Park will also perform. This is a pure and vibrant flamenco show not to be missed! Bring your friends!
regular flamenco classes for beginners on Wednesdays at SHP and intermediate level at Martins Heron Community Centre.
Manuel Soto
Manuel is a Flamenco singer who was born in Jerez de la Frontera. He started studying flamenco dance when he was just 11 years old. However, five years later he realised that his real love is for singing, following in the footsteps of his famous uncle, Jose Merce, who is one of the best ever flamenco singers. His first significant job came in 2003, with Rosario Montoya "La Reina Gitana", in the International Flamenco Festival in Seville. He has sung all over the world, including America and Europe, with such important artistes as Andres Pena, Chiqui de Jerez and Eduardo Guerrero, to name but a few. Currently, he is recording his first album, which he hopes will express all the passion he feels for this art form and for his own vision for the style of music that he has created. Manuel's uncle Jose Merce will be playing at London Barbican Centre in November this year.
Tatiana Ruiz Guerrero
Tatiana was born in Jerez de la Frontera to Chiqui and Tequila, who are both flamenco artistes. She started her flamenco studies at only four years of age and at the same time studied classical dance.
In 1995, after various early career opportunities, she toured Switzerland with Mercedes Ruiz in the flamenco Show CHIQUI "Jerez Por Bulerias". The following year she was a special guest with the company of the famous choreographer Domingo Ortega, performing in "Casa Patas" in Madrid.
Her teaching career began in 1999 alongside such professionals as Javier de la Torre, Israel Galvan, Rafaela Carrasco and Joaquin Grilo, following which, amongst various other ventures, she appeared in a French movie and in Bizet’s opera “Carmen”.
In 2005 Tatiana began working with the company Los Farrucos and in the same year she came to London to perform in the show “Solo Flamenco”, directed by her mother Chiqui.
She is still attending classes to continue improving her dance technique, as well as having many other projects in the pipeline.
Tito Heredia
Tito Heredia is an Andalucian gypsy born in Algeciras, near Gibraltar and was educated in Madrid and London. With a family background of flamenco music, his uncle a singer and his cousins guitarists, he started his career when he was only eleven years old. Unable to read music he learned the correct fingering for the guitar fro a diagram drawn in the back of a cigarette packet by a veteran flamenco player. At the age of eighteen he won a scholarship to Madrid University, where he graduated as an architect. However, he then decided he was more interested in the intricacies of virtuoso guitar playing than elevations, plans, and blueprints!. Although he plays classical guitar, Tito is chiefly interested in Flamenco Music - "It has the tragic intensity of life"- he says. Tito has played throughout Spain, Britain, France, Germany, Japan, The United States and Australia. He has accompanied Trader Fanlkner in "Lorca" at the Lyric, and Donmar Theatres in London. He has also appeared on television with Frankie Howard, Dave Allen, Benny Hill and Clio Laine. We can also hear Tito's guitar in the Mask of Zorro soundtrack.
Day: Sat 9th October 10 Time: doors open: 7.15pm show starts: 7.45pm
Dave Holland & Pepe Habichuela Flamenco Quintet (feat. Josemi Carmona) + CHANO DOMINGUEZ FLAMENCO QUINTET
An audacious jazz-meets-flamenco double bill featuring a new collaboration from bass virtuoso Dave Holland and flamenco guitarist Pepe Habichuela, plus flamenco pianist Chano Dominguez and his fiery flamenco group.
Pepe Habichuela belongs to one of the great flamenco dynasties, the Habichuelas, and to the generation of Paco de Lucía, Camarón de la Isla, Enrique Morente, Manolo Sanlúcar which has opened the way for the current generation of young flamencos and whose work has brought about the enormous popularity that this art form enjoys nowadays.
EXCLUSIVE COMPETITION FOR ILUSION FLAMENCA MEMBERS TO WIN GIG TICKETS
Enter our exclusive competition to win tickets for this gig at the Barbican Centre.
We are giving away 2 pairs of tickets for this gig. If you would like to enter the competition you need to answer the following question:
"What's the title of Chano Dominguez last album?"
Reply to this email with your answer! Deadline is midday Thursday 1st July. Winners will be notified the following day. Please include a contact telephone number so we can notify you if you win. Good luck to everyone!
Cuadro de Jerez is back to Costa Dorada! Only pure flamenco directly from the South of Spain to the heart of London.
Ilusion Flamenca Cuadro de Jerez lead by Chiqui de Jerez. Acclaimed Tatiana Ruiz is back this time accompained by Tito Heredia on the guitar, Javier Macias con el Cante, Angela Alonso and special collaboration of Ilusion Flamenca dancers.
Chiqui de Jerez
Chiqui started dancing in Jerez with Angelita Gomez y Juan Parra, and broadened her studies in Seville with the teacher "Manolo Marin", La Tona, Javier Latorre, Adrian Galia, Alejandro Granados, Antonio Canales, Mario Maya, Javier Baron, Eva la Yerbabuena, Joaquin Grilo, Rafaela Carrasco and many other flamenco masters in Jerez, Seville and Madrid. She teaches intensive flamenco workshops around the world and twice a year in London. She also tours the globe with her own flamenco dance company.
Tatiana Ruiz Sereno
Tatiana was born in Jerez de la Frontera to Chiqui and Tequila, who are both flamenco artistes. She started her flamenco studies at only four years of age and at the same time studied classical dance.
In 1995, after various early career opportunities, she toured Switzerland with Mercedes Ruiz in the flamenco Show CHIQUI "Jerez Por Bulerias". The following year she was a special guest with the company of the famous choreographer Domingo Ortega, performing in "Casa Patas" in Madrid.
Her teaching career began in 1999 alongside such professionals as Javier de la Torre, Israel Galvan, Rafaela Carrasco and Joaquin Grilo, following which, amongst various other ventures, she appeared in a French movie and in Bizet’s opera “Carmen”.
In 2005 Tatiana began working with the company Los Farrucos and in the same year she came to London to perform in the show “Solo Flamenco”, directed by her mother Chiqui.
She is still attending classes to continue improving her dance technique, as well as having many other projects in the pipeline.
Tito Heredia
Tito Heredia is an Andalucian gypsy born in Algeciras, near Gibraltar and was educated in Madrid and London. With a family background of flamenco music, his uncle a singer and his cousins guitarists, he started his career when he was only eleven years old. Unable to read music he learned the correct fingering for the guitar fro a diagram drawn in the back of a cigarette packet by a veteran flamenco player. At the age of eighteen he won a scholarship to Madrid University, where he graduated as an architect. However, he then decided he was more interested in the intricacies of virtuoso guitar playing than elevations, plans, and blueprints!. Although he plays classical guitar, Tito is chiefly interested in Flamenco Music - "It has the tragic intensity of life"- he says. Tito has played throughout Spain, Britain, France, Germany, Japan, The United States and Australia. He has accompanied Trader Fanlkner in "Lorca" at the Lyric, and Donmar Theatres in London. He has also appeared on television with Frankie Howard, Dave Allen, Benny Hill and Clio Laine. We can also hear Tito's guitar in the Mask of Zorro soundtrack.
Javier Macias
Javier Macías Vázquez originally from San Roque in the Cádiz bay in Andalucía, was born into a family of flamenco "aficionados" and began study the "Cante" (Flamenco song) from an early age. Despite his young age, he stood out for his hability to express and transmit the deep emotion of Cante. He has performed in prestigious venues in England such as the BAFTA headquarters and Ronnie Scott´s Jazz club, alongside distinguised artist such as Emilio Maya and David Morales.
Angela Alonso & Ilusion Flamenca dancers
Angela Alonso, director of Ilusion Flamenca Dance School and Productions Agency will be performing solo as well as accompained by the school advanced students a special Theatrical Choreography piece with music of Jarcha and lyrics of Ferderico Garcia Lorca, a very emotional narrative piece.
Day: Sun 27th June
Doors open: 7.30pm
Show starts: 8pm
Fee: £10 Advanced tickets
£13 At the door
-ADVANCE TICKETS BOOKING
Book tickets in advance and pay less!. To book advanced tickets send us a cheque by post including a "SAE" (self addressed envolop) and we will post your tickets. Please make cheques payable to Angela Alonso and post them to 19 Buxton Court Windsor Terrace N1 7TN.
Please include a telephone contact number in case we need to phone you regarding your booking. Sorry in this occassion reserving tables is not possible. Arrive early to get the best seats.
Venue: Nueva Costa Dorada
Restautant
Address:
47-55 Hanway Street
London
W1T 1UX
Food not include in the price.
On the night we will have the "Tapas por Metro" deal as well as our full menu selection.
Table booking: Not available, first comes first served basis.
SAT 26th June
2010
VIVA JEREZ NIGHT
Ilusion Flamenca presents Cuadro de Jerez at South Hill Park on Saturday 26th June 2010.
Following their successful visit in November last year, Ilusion Flamenca is delighted to announce the return to London of Cuadro de Jerez by popular demand.
Directly from Jerez , the heart of flamenco Chiqui de Jerez leads the group which includes acclaimed dancer Tatiana Ruiz. New to the line-up are singer Javier Macias and guitarist Tito Heredia. Angela Alonso, Flamenco teacher at Bracknell will also perform. This is a pure flamenco show not to be missed! Tell everyone! Bring your friends!
Regular flamenco classes for beginners on Wednesdays at SHP and intermediate level at Martins Heron Community Centre.
Formed in 2009, 'Jardares por Fuera' fuses old style Flamenco with Hip Hop, Reggae, Rumba and Swing in a fresh mix of simplicity and extravagance. The band comprises a group of London based Spanish musicians:
Davinia Baño on vocals and Pablo Dominguez on the guitar are joined by the lead singer of 'Mano de Dios', Jackson Scott (vocals and guitar), Gori Matas on the piano and accordion, Ayoze Hernandez on the cajon and drums and Joe James on the Bass.
They are constantly collaborating with musicians from the local scene to develop their very unique style.
The name 'Jardares por Fuera' comes from a local expression of Murcia (Spain) that stands for an un-tucked shirt, a symbol of the unconventional, staying outside the rules.
Los Delinquentes mordern Rumba band from Cadiz, South of Spain is bringing to London their fresh sound. Special Artist Guest El Puchero del Hortelano from Granada.
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Come & join us for a night of live music, singing and dancing/sevillanas, accompanied (of course!) by sangria!!
Everybody/all ages welcome/you don’t have to be pro to join in!! after the huge success of last years event (see last year's photos) We will be recreating the ‘Feria de Sevilla’ right here in London.
Ladies please come dressed in flamenco costume if you have one/can get hold of one. If you don't, then a flower in your hair, red lipstick and big earrings should complete the look. A polkadot scarf will do for the gentlemen!
Feeling a bit rusty? Need to refresh your Sevillanas? Then attend our special Sevillanas refresher (April date to be announced).
WIN TICKETS with LOS DELINQUENTES!!!!
We will ruffle 2 pairs of tickets amongts all those attending to the Feria Fiesta
Los Delinquentes are playing live in London at the O2 Islington Academy on Saturday 15th May.
Ilusion Flamenca presents Angela Alonso at South Hill Park on the 17th of April 2010.
If you want to be transported to sizzling Spain with its entrancing music and passionate dance then come and join a fiery evening of Spanish Flamenco dance and song with Angela Alonso accompanied by Anita La Maltesa and Tomas de Cordoba in the Cellar Bar. Live guitar accompaniment by Tony Despeinao. The evening will start with a beginners flamenco workshop.
Angela currently teaches Flamenco classes at Martin's Heron Community Centre on Wednesday evening.
This definitely will be a night to remember and one of many to come!!
"Aficionados will need no further goading for this event; newcomers will be gripped by the passion and wild movement"
THE FINANCIAL TIMES
"The Flamenco Festival is now an eagerly anticipated annual fixture
DAILY EXPRESS
Young or old, new to flamenco or expert, fans of Spanish dance flock to the Sadler’s Wells Flamenco Festival, an eagerly anticipated annual fixture in the UK’s thriving flamenco scene. In two short weeks it’s possible to experience the full range of the best of flamenco – all in London. The annual programme packs in the world’s best traditional flamenco dancers and musicians alongside those who are pushing the boundaries of their art.
By popular demand, following their successful visit in May, Ilusion Flamenca is delighted to announce the return to London of Cuadro de Jerez. Once again Chiqui de Jerez heads the east which includes the acclaimed singer Manuel Soto. New to the line-up are Javier Ibanez on guitar and female dancers Rocio Marin and Chiqui's daughter Tatiana Ruiz.
Manuel Soto
Manuel is a Flamenco singer who was born in Jerez de la Frontera. He started studying flamenco dance when he was just 11 years old. However, five years later he realised that his real love is for singing, following in the footsteps of his famous uncle, Jose Merce, who is one of the best ever flamenco singers. His first significant job came in 2003, with Rosario Montoya "La Reina Gitana", in the International Flamenco Festival in Seville. He has sung all over the world, including America and Europe, with such important artistes as Andres Pena, Chiqui de Jerez and Eduardo Guerrero, to name but a few. Currently, he is recording his first album, which he hopes will express all the passion he feels for this art form and for his own vision for the style of music that he has created.
Tatiana Ruiz Guerrero
Tatiana was born in Jerez de la Frontera to Chiqui and Tequila, who are both flamenco artistes. She started her flamenco studies at only four years of age and at the same time studied classical dance.
In 1995, after various early career opportunities, she toured Switzerland with Mercedes Ruiz in the flamenco Show CHIQUI "Jerez Por Bulerias". The following year she was a special guest with the company of the famous choreographer Domingo Ortega, performing in "Casa Patas" in Madrid.
Her teaching career began in 1999 alongside such professionals as Javier de la Torre, Israel Galvan, Rafaela Carrasco and Joaquin Grilo, following which, amongst various other ventures, she appeared in a French movie and in Bizet’s opera “Carmen”.
In 2005 Tatiana began working with the company Los Farrucos and in the same year she came to London to perform in the show “Solo Flamenco”, directed by her mother Chiqui.
She is still attending classes to continue improving her dance technique, as well as having many other projects in the pipeline.
Javier Ibanez
This Flamenco guitarist was born in Seville, but he moved to Jerez de la Frontera as a child. It was there, in 1991, that he started taking lessons with Manuel Lozano "El Carbonero" and Jose Luis Balao. He first began playing for dance with Cristoba Fernandez, "El Jerezano". Since then, he has worked in different Penas Flamencas such as "El Nitri", Pena Flamenca "Camaron de la Isla", P.F. Canalejas, etc.
He has also played in various theatre performances and collaborated in the (recording of jingles for "Radiole", as well as different TV programmes and movies.
Currently he works in the flamenco company "Mercedes Ruiz" and also with Chiqui de Jerez.
Rocio Marin
Rocio was born in El Puerto de Santa Maria, Cadiz. She began her dance education under Cristobal "El Jerezano", Ana Maria Lopez and Angelita Gomez. Later, her studies continued under the guidance of other important flamenco dancers such as Chiqui de Jerez, Juana Amaya, Farruquito, Javier Latorre, Mario Maya, la Farruca.
When she was only nine years old, Rocio was hired to work in the famous tablao flamenco "Zambra" in Madrid. In another early career move she toured Spain and France with the group "Semilla Flamenca". She has since worked with various renowned artistes including Antonio "El Pipa", Farruquito and Chocolate. She has also travelled around America performing her art in a variety of flamenco shows. She is currently working at el Tablao Bereber, in Jerez de la Frontera.
Day: 29th November 09 Time: doors open: 7.30pm show starts: 8pm
Fee: £15 Advanced tickets
£17 At the door
-ADVANCE TICKETS BOOKING
Book tickets in advance and we will book a table for you! Those that book first get the best seats. To book advanced tickets send us a cheque by post including a "SAE" and we will post your tickets.
Please make cheques payable to Angela Alonso and post them to 19 Buxton Court Windsor Terrace N1 7TN enclosing a
"SAE".
Please include a telephone contact number in case we need to phone you regarding your booking.
Venue: Nueva Costa Dorada
Restautant
Address:
47-55 Hanway Street
London
W1T 1UX
Food not include in the price.
On the night we will have the "Tapas por Metro" deal as well as our full menu selection.
Table booking: Only available for those buying tickets in advance.
Saturday 24th
October 2009
LATIN AMERICAN NIGHT
Dance Around The World is a community festival which celebrates traditional dance cultures from all parts of the world.
In two explosively exciting and energetic days of dance, performers and teachers provide a non-stop programme of extraordinary variety from 10.00am to 11.00pm each day.
Visitors to the event will be able to watch and try for themselves traditional dance forms from all over the world. They will be able to choose from styles as varied as Flamenco, Indian, Hip-Hop, South East European, Tango and much, much more!
Dance Around The World is for everyone - whether you're young or old, an experienced dancer or a novice. If you've ever danced, wanted to dance or wondered why people dance then this festival is for you.
On Saturday evening, carnival comes to the festival in the sensational Latin/American Night. Come and watch Ilusion Flamenca school dancers perform at between 7.15-8pm. We see you there!
Day: 24-25th October 2009 Time: 10am until 11pm
Address:
Cecil Sharp Housel
Regent's Park Road
London, NW1 7AY
EXCLUSIVE COMPETITION FOR ILUSION FLAMENCA MEMBERS TO WIN TICKETS
Enter our exclusive competition to win tickets for Diego El Cigala gig at The Union Chapel on Tuesday 22nd of
September 2009
You need to answer the following question; - What is the name of Diego El Cigala new record ?
Email your answer to ilusionflamenca@hotmail.com including
your name and a contact telephone number by Wednesday 16th of September before 3pm. Winners will be notified
on Thursday 17th of September.
“ Diego has on of the most beautiful flamenco voices of our time, a voice of sweetness that flows over into everything he sings. When I listen to him, it warms my heart.” Paco de Lucia
Diego El Cigala returns to London with a special intimate live show to launch his new record Dos Lágrimas (Two Tears) the sequel to the multi-award winning collaboration with Bebo Valdes Lágrimas Negras.
In the Dos Lágrimas show, Diego again visits the great Cuban songbook backed by an inspired band of piano, bass, guitar and percussion. This time he brings the six years of experience since Lágrimas Negras to bear on his interpretations. The sound is a wonderful bridge between Cuban son and flamenco.
“I travelled to Havana for the first time in 2003… That’s when I discovered the Cuban people, when I realised they had a great deal in common with the gypsies, in their way of life, the way they feel things, with problems coming at them from all sides. Music is their charm, and their purest form of expression.” Diego El Cigala
THE FLAMENCO LEGEND RETURNS WITH A BRAND NEW SHOW "PACO PENA"
"If you only see Flamenco once in your life, make it this"
Paco Peña has thrilled audiences for many years with his masterful flamenco performances, famed for their passion and authenticity. This season the legendary flamenco guitarist returns to the Sadler's Wells stage with his brand new show Flamenco sin Fronteras, inspired by the diverse sights, sounds and cultures of Latin America.
Delving into an often overlooked period of flamenco history, Paco Peña explores the many dance styles that emerged through the migration of Spanish performers to Latin America in the early 1900s, and their significant impact on flamenco today.
The show features four dancers from Peña's own company, a guest dancer from Venezuela and 12 virtuoso musicians and singers performing live on stage. Audiences will be taken on a journey right to the heart of Latin America, packed with all the intensity, depth and raw energy that have become this maestro's trademark.
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For tickets and more information visit:
Saturday 4th July 2009
FREE EVENT!!
FLAMENCO IN THE PARK
Hola amigos - it's summer time!
We would love you to join us for an evening of Flamenco in the park. A group of flamenco students and amateurs will gather in St James's Park, at the Blue Bridge, between 5.00-5.15pm. We will then find a good spot for a picnic, so please bring food and drinks. There will be live acoustic music and lots of fun!!
Although this is a free event and everybody is welcome to join in, we will be taking up a voluntary collection as a gift for the musicians who will kindly give up their time to entertain us.
Due to the success of our previous Feria de Sevilla de Londres, we had to quickly look for excuses to have another fiesta party where everybody can dress up and dance... The Festival of the May Crosses of London (in June) sounds perfect to us!
The Festival of the May Crosses (Cruces de Mayo) is celebrated throughout Andalucia. The festival consists of the construction of large crosses made of beautiful flowers in many of the city's main square. This is where the locals congregate each evening for a good few drinks and tapas which inevitably leads to spontaneous Sevillanas and Rumba style dancing while wearing traditional flamenco outfits.
Beginning of May visitors from all over Spain arrive to Andalucia to join the party. The actual crosses which are around three metres high are made by the people of the neighbourhood and the local town council runs a competition to find the best cross (Concurso de los Cruces de Mayo). In Cordoba alone there are some eighty crosses to choose from.
As we intended for the Feria de Sevilla fiesta we would like to recreate the athmosphere of the Cruces de Mayo in London. Please come along dressed up in flamenco costume. If you don't have one just wear a flower in the hair, some red lipstick and big earrings (for the ladies). A polkadot scarf will do for the gentlemen! Make a little effort, it makes a huge difference!
Live acts to be soon announced, please watch this space...
Day: 28th of June Time: 7.30-11pm Fee: £10 before 8pm / £12 after
Venue: Nueva Costa Dorada
Address:
47-55 Hanway Street
London
W1T 1UX
Table booking: On the basis
of first
comes first served only.
Sunday 24th May 2009
FLAMENCO JEREZ
by Chiqui de Jerez
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Directly from Jerez, the heart of flamenco, just pure flamenco, lead by Chiqui de Jerez.
Ismael Heredia a la guitarra, Juan Garcia al baile and Manuel Soto al cante, will delight us with their talend and duende
ISMAEL HEREDIA
was born in Jerez de la Frontera in 1981, into a gypsy family. From a very early age, Ismael took an interest in the guitar. He started playing by being self-taught.
He has worked with Juan Parrilla and has also played for many renowned flamenco dancers and singers. Ismael has performed at numerous Tablaos in Jerez, Cadiz and Seville. He has also toured the world, including the five continents. In 2007 he performed at the Royal Albert Hall in London as a supporting act to the great guitarist Tomatito.
His work has included performances with award-winning dancers Rocio Molina, Javier Latorre, Adela Campallo and Juana Amaya and many others.
We are delighted that he is returning to London!
JUAN GARCIA
Born in El Puerto de Santa Maria, Juan started to study flamenco and Spanish classical ballet in Cadiz at the age of 10. He then moved then to Seville, where he learned from great teachers like Manolo Marin, Pilar Ortega and Manuel Betanzos.
He has performed at many tablaos and has toured the world, dancing as a solo artist with the Chiqui de Jerez Flamenco Company.
Day: 24th of May Time: Doors open at 7pm
Show starts at 8pm
The Barcelona's hip hop flamenkillo collective play their first show in the UK since 2007 and give the live premiere to tracks from their new album Aocaná as part of La Linea 09 the Liverpool Latin Music Festival.
Aocaná is their first new studio album since Techarí in 2006.
Techarí won a Latin Grammy in 2007 and UK critics were equally impressed:
Their last show in the UK was in 2007 at a sold out Roundhouse. The Guardian gave the show a 5 star review: “The classy musicianship was matched by the visual effects, with the constant changes in style matched by the witty imagery on the screen behind the stage. This was great European music with a global outlook”.
EXCLUSIVE COMPETITION FOR ILUSION FLAMENCA MEMBERS TO WIN GIG TICKETS & CDS
Enter our exclusive competition to win tickets for Ojos de Brujo gig at The Roundhouse on Monday 27th of April at 7.00pm.
You need to answer the following question;
As part of which festival are Ojos de Brujos performing in London?
Email your answer to ilusionflamenca@hotmail.com including your name and a contact telephone number by Wednesday 22 of April before midnight. Winners will be notified on Thursday 23rd of April.
There will be another opportunity of winning tickets for this concert on Sunday 26th of April at our Feria de Sevilla Party. There will be a ruffle of a couple of tickets amongts those attending to the party.
GIGS:
PLEASE NOTICE OJOS DE BRUJO LONDON CONCERT HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED TO
SUN 31st MAY AT ROUNDHOUSE
There will be live music, singing and dancing. We will dance Sevillanas, eat tapas and drink Sangria!!
Would you like to refresh your Sevillanas? you can attend our special Sevillanas refresher. More info click here
We would like to recreate the athmosphere of the Feria of Sevilla in London. Please come along dressed up in flamenco costume. If you don't have one just wear a flower in the hair, some red lipstick and big earrings (for the ladies). A polkadot scarf will do for the gentlemen!
Duo to popular request Spanish Latin-Pop Music Due AlmaLoca will be performing on the night. Jall male Vocalist-Guitarist and Grace Spanish female Vocalist will make you dance with their music, guaranteed!
More artists to be announced soon! watch this space...
WIN TICKETS & CDs with OJOS DE BRUJO!!!!
We will ruffle 2 tickets amongts all those attending to the party and some copies of their last cd.
Ojos de Brujo are playing live on Monday 27th of April at The Roundhouse in Camden.
Day: 26th of April Time: 7-10.30pm Fee: £10 before 7.30pm/£12 after
Venue: Nueva Costa Dorada
Address:
47-55 Hanway Street
London
W1T 1UX
Table booking: On the basis of first
comes first served only.
14th to 29th March 2009
FLAMENCO FESTIVAL IN LONDON
AT SADLER'S WELLS
Young or old, new to flamenco or expert, fans of Spanish dance flock to the Sadler’s Wells Flamenco Festival, an eagerly anticipated annual fixture in the UK’s thriving flamenco scene. In two short weeks it’s possible to experience the full range of the best of flamenco – all in London. The annual programme packs in the world’s best traditional flamenco dancers and musicians alongside those who are pushing the boundaries of their art. Eva La Yerbabuena, Rocio Molina, Estrella Morente, Ballet Nacional de Espana, Merche Esmeralda and Belen Maya amongts others will be performing this year.
Eduardo Guerrero will be teaching an Intensive Flamenco course and technique classes from the 19th-22nd of this month for Ilusion Flamenca. Eduardo will be performing at the Festival with Rocio Molina (winner of the, award Best Female at the Flamenco Bienal of Seville) on Tuesday 17th of March and with Eva Yerbabuena (one of the leading female flamenco dancers) on the 23rd, 24th and 25th.
You can see Eduardo dancing at Rocio Molina promo clip for the Sadler's Wells Festival
(he is the one with the red waistcoat). Click here For Video
For two nights only, Joaquín Cortés will perform with a band of 13 singers and musicians playing contemporary flamenco on flute, violin, drums and bass, and traditional flamenco guitar.
From early beginnings with the National Ballet of Spain, he went on to form his own flamenco ballet company in 1992 and seduce audiences at sell-out shows around the world. More recently he's choreographed for Jennifer Lopez, danced with Alicia Keyes at the Grammys and performed at the Oscars.
Book now for your chance to see Cortés bolder, wilder and braver than ever and with a few surprise guests - before he sets out on a world tour.
Neuevo Ballet Español
SANGRE FLAMENCO (Flamenco Blood)
After an absence of four years, leading Spanish Flamenco company Nuevo Ballet Español makes a welcome return to the Peacock Theatre with a brand new production, Sangre Flamenca, or "Flamenco Blood".
Nuevo Ballet Español and its artistic directors Rojas and Rodriguez have garnered praise throughout the world for their unique mix of contemporary dance and traditional flamenco, delighting audiences at the Peacock Theatre with their hit show Flamenco Directo in 2004.
FREE
Introductory Flamenco Dance Class
after the show:
Book to see the show on Tuesday 28 or Thursday 30 October and enjoy a FREE introductory flamenco dance class after the show!
(Ticket holders only, subject to availability).
*Subject to allocation availability. Offer applies to Tues 28, Wed 29, Thu 30 October, Sat 1 November (2.30pm only) and Sun 2 November performances ONLY. Excludes Friday and Saturday evening performances. Applies to £38 and £33 tickets ONLY. Not available retrospectively or in conjunction with any other offer. Transaction fees apply.
VENUE:
The Peacock Theatre is Sadlers Wells’ home in the West End.
TICKET OFFER Special Half-Price Ticket Offer Get 50% off the best seats in the house!
Book for the opening week and get 50% off the top two ticket prices.*
Call the ticket office now on 0844 412 4322 and quote "Ilusion Flamenca offer". Also available online - head to online booking and enter the promo code pcdilusion when prompted.
Sat 22nd Nov 2008
LA JUERGA PARTY!!!
No plan for a Saturday night? La Juerga Party is the place to be... tell your friends!!!!
Live Spanish music with singers/guitarists
Alex & Juan de Malaga
with Pablo Dominguez percussion
Rumbas, Sevillanas, dancing and much more!!!
Surianne, a singer/songwriter of latin/rock/flamenco music, fuses acoustic guitar sounds and driving percussive rhythms with infectious melodies and soaring vocals. She has performed for The Princes Trust, at the London International Music Show, Beverley Folk Festival and Stockton International Riverside Festival, she has been a support act for Suzanne Vega, Steve Balsamo and Breed77 and in 2005, was nominated for a Birmingham Music Award for best unsigned/unplugged act in the midlands. Surianne is accompanied on stage by Adrian ( flamenco guitar ), Bononi ( bass ) and Christian ( cajon ), together they bring a unique palette of emotion and colourful music to your ears...
Live music with
Juan de Malaga
Marco & Montse Rodriguez
Sergio & Juanjo playing rumbas and sevillanas.
Bring your castanets, flamenco shoes,
fans and shawls!!!!!
VENUE
BAR-CO (old Barco Latino)
Temple Pier
Entrance: £9
FLAMENCO FLAMEN’KA - 8 WEEKS ONLY FROM THE 18th SEPT
Flamenco Flamen’ka is the newest and most hotly anticipated music and dance show stampeding its way onto the West End stage direct from a sell-out season in Paris.
Directed by Olivier Award winning Craig Revel Horwood (Strictly Come Dancing) Flamenco Flamen’ka brings together a colossal company of the world’s most authentic and inspirational Flamenco and Latin dancers to delight you with an unforgettable and irresistible experience.
For more information on Flamenco Flamen’ka and to watch the exclusive trailer,visit our website: www.flamencoflamenka.com
SPECIAL EXCLUSIVE OFFER FOR ILUSION FLAMENCA MEMBERS: BEST AVAILABLE SEATS JUST £25!*
(Tickets usually up to £50.50)
BOOK NOW ON 0844 412 4661 and QUOTE: ‘ILUSION FLAMENCA ARTS OFFER’
Valid for all performances from:
18th Sept - 6th of Oct 2008
(excl. 22nd Sept)
*subject to availability. Booking fee may apply.
8 WEEKS ONLY
FROM THE 18th SEPT Venue:
Lyric Theatre
The Lyric Theatre
Shaftesbury Avenue
London W1V 7HA
Exclusive Competition for Ilusion Flamenca Members to Win Tickets for Flamenco Flamen'ka Join our mailing list and become a member
Enter our exclusive competition to win tickets for Flamenco Flamen'ka at the Lyric Theatre in Central London.
You need to answer the following question: Which West End Theatre in London is Flamenco Flamen'ka being held?
Email your answer to ilusionflamenca@hotmail.com including your name and a contact number
by 3pm on 16th of September
Winners notified on 18th september.
Sun 3rd Aug 2008
FLAMENCO BOAT PARTY SUNDAY
Live music with Juanjo & Sergio and
barbacue on the deck from 5pm
From 7 the party will continue inside the boat with live gypsy band 'Alma Loca'
VENUE
BAR-CO (old Barco Latino)
Temple Pier
Entrance: £8
Wed 30th Jul 2008
La Betty & Angela Alonso
La Juerga Flamenco Club Flamenco Show
with Dancers
Special Guest: Juan y Sergio de Sevilla
Doors Open at 7:30pm
Show Starts at 8:00pm
Venue
Darbuck
182 St.John Street
EC1V 4JZ
Web: www.darbucka.com Angel/Farringdon
Entrance: £10
Sat 28/Sun 29th June 2008
A weekend of Spanish Fiesta
organized by Ilusion Flamenca!
featuring live music performance and dance, children and adults workshops.
Saturday 28th of June: Live bands acts:
Juan Manuel el Canario,
Alma Loca and
Brecha Dance groups: Ilusion Flamenca
children & adults groups + workshops
Sunday 29th of June: Live bands acts:
Mano de Dios with lead singer Jackson Scott, Azabache Dance groups: Flame & Ilusion Flamenca children & adults groups
+ workshops
Performances times
between 12.15-17.30pm both days
An Unforgettable night of fire and passion with top Flamenco company Ilusion Flamenca, with the incomparable Angela Alonso and Saulo Garrido together with students from the famous school - Camino del Flamenco.
Sunday 22 June -
7:30pm
Royal Spa Centre
Leamington Spa
Box Office
01296 334418
Tickets: £15 (all seats)
with concessions£1.50 off full price
"A dazzling display of passion and colour"
- Banbury Guardian
"The show takes you to the heart of Spain -
real Flamenco at its finest"
- Essex Chronicle
Sun 25th May 2008
The Taste of Spain 2008
Join The Guiness World Record
of Largest Sevillanas
On Sunday 25th May hundreds of custumed dancers will create a vivid spectacle for shoppers on Regent Street London as they attempt to set a new Guiness World Record for the largest number of people dancing the Sevillanas, the joyful fiesta dance from southern Spain.
Theres's no need to be a bystander though.
Come and Take Part!
Regent Street will be pedestrianised from 12-4pm. Imagine one of the businest streets in London without cars and buses and instead vibrantly dressed dancers and live music.
The Sevillanas dance kicks off 'A Taste of Spain'. A fortnight of festivals in Regent Street, Heddon Street and Borough Market.
Dont miss out: register at www.tastespain.info to take part! Its set to be a great day out.
LATEST NEWS GUINESS WORLD RECORD!!! Click for article:
Thu 5th June, 2008
El Bicho + LaXula -
(ElBIcho's UK debut)
The Best of New Urban Flamenco! In Spain El Bicho is one of the hottest names on the 'new' flamenco scene. They merge rock guitars, jazz riffs and classical flamenco vocals and a reprtoire spanning bulerias, rumbas and tangos. Creating a fresh and powerful sound.
This is the long awaited UK debut!
LaXula
Drawing from similar inspirations but creating a language enterirely of their own. LaXula take audiences on a journey of wonders and decadence. Songs drift from dusty sunbaked routes of Southern Spain to the urban vibrance of the London underground
Routed in an ancient feminine spirit. This alluring band present sensuous and bewitching music bringing together neo-burleque glamour and gypsy defiance.
London Islington Academy
N1 Centre
Upper Street
N1 OPS
0844 477 2000
EXCLUSIVE COMPETITION FOR ILUSION FLAMENCA MEMBERS
TO WIN GIG TICKETS & CDS Join our mailing list and become a member Enter our exclusive competition to win tickets for El Bicho+La Xula at the Islington Academy on Thursday 5th of June at 7.30pm.
You need to answer the following question;
What’s the title of La Xula’s first album?
Email your answer to ilusionflamenca@hotmail.comincluding your name and a contact telephone number by Wednesday 21st of May before 3pm, winners will be notified on Thursday 22nd of May.
Sun April 20th, 7.30pm 2008
PACO PEÑA + NISHAT KHAN live in London, sponsored by Ilusion Flamenca!
Spirit & Passion is a unique collaboration between flamenco legend Paco Peña and sitar giant Nishat Khan.
The performance brings alive ancient musical links between Flamenco and the deserts of Rajasthan in India.
---------------------------------------------------------------- EXCLUSIVE COMPETITION FOR ILUSION FLAMENCA MEMBERS TO WIN GIG TICKETS & CDS Join our mailing list and become a member
Enter our exclusive competition to win tickets for Paco Peña & Nishat Khan "Spirit and Passion"
gig at Royal Festival Hall on Sunday 20th of April at 7.30pm
You need to answer the following question;
Where is Paco Peña originally from?
We need name of city and country.
Email your answer toilusionflamenca@hotmail.comincluding your name and a contact telephone number by Wednesday 16th of April, winners will be notified on Thursday 17th of April.
Enter our exclusive competition to win tickets for Mor Karbasi’s gig at the Purcell Room in the Southbank & copies of her debut album.
You need to answer the following question;
What's the name of Mor Karbasi's debut album?
Email your answer toilusionflamenca@hotmail.com including your name and a contact telephone number by Wednesday 23rd of April, winners will be notified on Thursday 24th of April.
@DARBUCKA 182 St. John Street
EC1V 4JZ
Angel Farringdon www.DARBUCKA.com
Traditional Performances of the World
Eleven groups
from all over the world will perform their traditional dances in their
original costumes: Albenian, Irish, Spanish, Arabic, Turkish, Tap Polish, Afro Caribbean, Ballet, Turkish Cypriot and Polynesian dances.
The show is suitable for all age groups and all nationalities. Gulsad are trying to keep their culture alive whilst creating opportunities for all to get to know each other's cultures
and unite.
Broadway Theatre
Catford
Ilusion Flamenca! will be performing two dances by the children and adults groups.
MASTERCLASS WITH THE FARRUCO FAMILY FIRST TIME TEACHING IN LONDON
As many of you know they will be opening the Sadlers Wells Flamenco Festival this year. We are happy to announce that Faraona and Farruco will be teaching a Masterclass in Central London on Sunday 9th of March. Do not miss the chance of learning with this family of gypsies, we won't get many occasions in which gypsies actually teach.
BEGINNERS -
10-11.15am
taught by Faraona
INTERMEDIATE -
11.15 - 12.30pm
Taught by Farruco
ADVANCED -
12.30-13.45pm
Taught by Farruco
Price per level is £25 Venue: The Gym, Jubilee Hall,
30 The Piazza, Covent Garden.
Spain's finest artists unite in a celebration of Flamenco dance and music
Compañia Maria Pagés
Mon 3rd - Thu 6th March
Vibrant and colourful flamenco from one of Spain's finest company's of dancers and musicians - the perfect introduction to flamenco, as well as a treat for aficionados!
Los Farruco
Fri 7th - Sun 9th March
Conceived and directed by flamenco legend Farruquito, Los Farruco present a truly authenitc display of gypsy flamenco - mixing song with acrobatic turns and fast furious footwork
For tickets and more information visit:
Mon 3rd of Mar, 2008 doors open at 7pm
“CHAMBAO” LIVE IN LONDON SPONSORED BY ILUSION FLAMENCA!
The multi-platinum selling Spanish band Chambao, returns to London
to play an exclusive show at KOKO in Camden Town on Monday 3rd
March, 2008.
Their show will feature some of their finest repertoire and music
from their new album 'Con Otro Aire' (Sony/BMG) which features their
hit single 'Papeles Mojados'.
Tickets are on sale from KOKO, Ticketweb and in person from R. Garcia
& Sons in Portobello & PC Amigo in Rathbone Place near Tottenham
Court Road tube station.
Enter our exclusive competition to win tickets for Chambao’s gig & copies of their last album “Con otro Aire”.
You need to answer the following question;
What’s the full name of Chambao’s lead singer?
Email your answer to ilusionflamenca@hotmail.com including your name and a contact telephone number by Sunday 24th of February, winners will be notified on Monday 25th of February.
Spanish Loco Fiesta at The Big Red “Sangre Azabache”
Live on stage.
Flamenco/rock fusion band from Gibraltar/Barcelona new project of the members of Breed 77
Gothic flamenco dancers. A very exciting fusion project not to be missed!
Hailing from Gibraltar the band Breed 77 was formed in London Uk which has remained their base ever since and from which they have travelled over the planet with their 4 albums. Mixing their native Mediterranean influences with contemporary rock and metal in a combination of English and Spanish Breed 77 has come up with an exciting fusion that has garnered critical acclaim and managed to break into the mainstream even charting in the Uk top 40!
From Spain - Jeronimo & Leo De Aurora
Flamenco meets Django Reinhardt Gypsy Swing
Flamenco meets Django Reinhardt Gypsy Swing
Rising stars who are young gifted and already world renowned a must see for Flamenco lovers
Sun/Mon Sep 23/24 £15
The descendents of flamenco guitar legend Ramón Montoya, the rising stars of today’s flamenco guitar, Jeronimo Maya and his brother Leo De Aurora present a combination of 'Manouche' jazz and the fire of flamenco, ‘A lo Gitano Jazz’ (Jazz Gypsy style).
‘A lo Gitano Jazz’ shows their musical passion to the outside of flamenco world, ‘Manouche’ jazz, keeping the essence of their race, the way of Gypsy life in common. Impeccable technique, creativity and courage to go forward without fear. Enjoy their undisputable interpretative powers.
WORK SHOP FOR BUDDING FLAMENCO GUITARISTS
LIMITED SPACES SUNDAY 23RD SEPTEMBER 11-4
doors open at 6 when food is served until 8,
VIP members and diners
get preferential seating, seating allocated on arrival
concert tickets from:www.wegottickets.com and www.quecumbar.co.uk
Live
Dance and Flamenco live music,
The Cross Kings, King's Cross, 20 July
LAXULA " IN EXILE" supported by
Live Rumbas & Sevillanas with Manuel de Cadiz
and Jorge Bravo
Following their success at Sadler's Wells La Linea
Festival, Barbican World Music Awards, The Regent's Street Spanish
Festival and Glastonbury 2007, they are playing a rather private
gig for Ilusion Flamenca friends!!!!
LaXula opens proceedings with their burlesque, flamenco,
Arabic, kletzmer, Latin influences and rocky psyquedelick guitars.
The resulting eclectic brew manages to balance on the trapeze
between the plaintive and the uplifting without falling. Good
musicians lead by the charming Monte Palafox, she will just take
your breath away!!!
Tickets: £8 advance/ £10 on
the door For more info & tickets 07931341754
Famed for their passionately authentic flamenco,
the company's acclaimed show A Compás! To the Rhythm brings
to the stage a true interpretation of what flamenco represents:
a spontaneous collaboration between dancers, singers and musicians.
Two traditional singers
bring alive the intensity, depth and raw energy of flamenco cante,
while the company's superb dancers create flurries of impeccably
controlled rhythms with hand claps, castanets and lightning foot
taps. Paco Peña himself displays his sublime guitar technique
across a dazzling array of solo and ensemble pieces.
Every year, Ilusion Flamenca! organises
a trip to Spain for La Feria. We dress in flamenco style, dance
sevillanas and enjoy ourselves! Women dress up in amazing costumes
and go to the "Casetas" to spend time with their families,
friends, etc. It is a great experience that will change your life!
Ilusion Flamenca! invites you to join our next Feria trip in 2008.
We will go to the Feria in Cordoba end of May beginning of June.
We have visited Seville in 2003, El Puerto in 2004,
Jerez in 2005 and El Puerto in 2006. Follow the links tosee photos
of us there!
