The fiery We Call It Flamenco show is coming to Seattle to captivate audiences with passionate performances, paying homage to a complex and rich art form that is deeply rooted in Andalusian culture. Prepare to be transported to Spain as you hear the stirring melodies of the Spanish guitar and the raw emotion conveyed by the talented cantaor (singer) and bailaores (dancers).
Created and directed by María Farelo and Cristian Pérez of Luma Artistas in Spain, the enchanting performance will take place at the vibrant Town Hall this fall. There is limited availability so make haste and secure your spot now.
What is We Call It Flamenco?
We Call It Flamenco celebrates the complex art form by offering Seattle audiences a combination of moving music and rhythmic palmas by top-tier Spanish performers, as well as fiery dances and intricate footwork. Featuring bailaoras wearing the traditional mantones (beautifully embroidered shawls) and traje de flamenca (traditional dress) and soulful music, you’ll feel as if you were at a typical tablao in Seville.
Flamenco, its palos and the show
Flamenco has its roots in the 18th century, evolving from a dynamic blend of Gitano, Moorish and Andalusian influences. Performers often tap into their own experiences, emotions and hardships to convey a range of feelings, from joy to melancholy and sorrow. Notable figures like the legendary Camarón de la Isla from Cádiz, known for his heartfelt cante, or Paco de Lucía from Algeciras with his magical toque, have revolutionized flamenco music, bringing it to international stages.
At this show, you’ll experience 6 distinct palos (traditional musical forms), from fandango and zambra to soléa por bulerías and tangos. They each express different emotions and themes and stem from different parts of the Andalusian region, each with its own magic and charm.
Flamenco culture is coming to you thanks to the passionate We Call It Flamenco show. Reserve your spot now at Town Hall, whose stage will be beautifully adorned by a bed of red roses.
The performance starts at 6:00 pm but doors open 30 minutes prior to the start of the show. You can even make it a Spanish night out and grab some tapas at these sensational Spanish restaurants in and around Seattle.