Federico García Lorca, Flamenco, and the Harlem Renaissance Panel Discussion
Wed, Mar 5 5:30pm - 6:30pm
INSTITUTO CERVANTES NEW YORK
Film screening followed by a Q&A with Eva Yerbabuena
Cante Jondo: Granada 1922
Director: José Sánchez Montes
Fri, Mar 7 6:30pm
Film screening followed by a Q&A with Marina Heredia
Sacromonte, Los Sabios de la Tribu
Director: Chus Gutiérrez Thu, Mar 13 6:30pm
MIAMI, FL
KNIGHT CONCERT HALL, ARSHT CENTER
Compañía Manuel Liñán Muerta de Amor Wed, Mar 5 8pm
Compañía Eva Yerbabuena Yerbagüena (Oscuro Brillante) Thu, Mar 6 8pm
Alfonso Losa & Patricia Guerrero
Alter Ego Sun, Mar 9 8pm
MIAMI BEACH BANDSHELL
La Plazuela Roneo Funk Club Thu, Mar 13 8pm
CHICAGO, IL
INSTITUTO CERVANTES
Zen del Sur Órbita
Fri, Mar 7 & Sat, Mar 8 7pm
Juan Habichuela Nieto 8 Abrazos para Lorca Sun, Mar 9 7pm
Sara Jiménez
Variación a Tempo
Fri, Mar 14 & Sat, Mar 15 7pm
SAN FRANCISCO, CA
SIERRA 2 CENTER FOR THE ARTS
Kiki Morente feat. Carlos de Jacoba Lorquianos
Fri, Mar 7 7pm
ELEBASH RECITAL HALL, CUNY GRADUATE CENTER
Kiki Morente feat.
Carlos de Jacoba Lorquianos
Kiki Morente and Carlos de Jacoba, two of the most captivating figures in contemporary flamenco, come together to honor the legacy of Federico García Lorca. Kiki Morente carries the profound poetic essence of Lorca in his voice, complementing this journey with the expressive power of Carlos on the guitar. Together, they create a dialogue between flamenco’s rich heritage and the lyrical soul of Lorca, paying homage to the poet’s enduring impact on Spanish culture.
Co-presented with CUNY Graduate Center.
SKYLIGHT ROOM, CUNY GRADUATE CENTER
Panel Discussion
Before the 7pm concert with Kiki Morente and Carlos de Jacoba, join Sybil Cooksey, K. Meira Goldberg, José Javier León, and Noël Valis for a free panel on Lorca’s legacy, nearly ninety years after his assassination at the start of the Spanish Civil War. A queer poet who drew from Gitano culture and flamenco, Lorca was also influenced by Black artists during his time in New York at the height of the Harlem Renaissance. His concept of ‘duende’ reflects the ‘sonidos negros’—the painful, defiant sounds of life on the margins.
Co-presented with the CUNY Graduate Center’s Foundation for Iberian Music; Office of Public Programs; Center for Latin American, Caribbean, and Latino Studies; Ph.D. Program in Latin American Latin American, Iberian, and Latino Cultures; and Bildner Center for Western Hemisphere Studies.
Alfonso Losa & Patricia Guerrero Alter Ego
‘Flamenco has rarely felt as charged and alive.’
—The Reviews Hub
Thu, Mar 6 7:30pm
New York City Center
131 W 55th St (between 6th and 7th Avenues)
Tickets from $45 (fees included)
212-581-1212
NYCityCenter.org @NYCityCenter
Wed, Mar 5 7pm
Elebash Recital Hall, CUNY Graduate Center
365 5th Avenue at 34th St
Tickets from $35 (fees included)
212-817-7000 gc.cuny.edu
Wed, Mar 5
5.30 - 6.30pm
Skylight Room
CUNY Graduate Center
365 5th Avenue at 34th St
A new alter ego is formed when two flamenco greats discover each other through dance. In Losa and Guerrero’s US premiere of Alter Ego, they throw away the rule book to explore personal connections. Losa, returning to New York City Center after last year’s Festival, dances with a balance between classical and contemporary styles. The powerful Guerrero draws geometric figures with her dance, dismantling movements and recreating them. Alter Ego is flamenco stripped bare. It is pure passion, visceral movement, and unfettered exploration. This duet also features vocalists Sandra Carrasco and Ismael “El Bola,” and guitarist Jose Manuel Martinez “El Peli.”
All performances at New York City Center are presented by New York City Center in partnership with Flamenco Festival.
Compañía Manuel Liñán
Muerta de Amor
“Liñán is...explosive with the strong, sudden attack of a mousetrap” —The Guardian
Compañía Manuel Liñán returns to New York City Center for one night only with the New York premiere of Muerta de Amor (Dead in Love)—a powerful piece for seven dancers and five musicians that explores the universal need for intimacy and relationships, and the obstacles that hold us back from finding them.
Taking copla folk music and updating it with new sounds and structures, this is a musical encounter that connects past and present, with the choreography transporting audiences into different spheres —desire, fantasy, the carnal, religion— reflecting on the importance of human relationships.
Community Night: This post-show event invites New York City Center audiences and community members to meet and mingle with each other and special guests while the bars remain open after the show.
Fri, Mar 7 7:30pm
New York City Center
131 W 55th St (between 6th and 7th Avenues)
Tickets from $45 (fees included)
212-581-1212
NYCityCenter.org
@NYCityCenter NEW
Compañía Eva Yerbabuena Yerbagüena (Oscuro Brillante)
“Eva Yerbabuena, one of flamenco’s best”
—The Guardian
Eva Yerbabuena, “one of the world’s great dancers” (The New York Times), presents Yerbagüena (Oscuro Brillante) [Yerbagüena (Bright Dark)], a culmination of her 20-year dance career. She investigates the tensions between new and traditional styles of flamenco in a theatrical and expressionistic piece that contains echoes of Pina Bausch, punctuated by piercing musical accompaniment. In a continuous conversion that takes place during Yerbagüena (Oscuro Brillante), the artist proves the certainty of what she has always believed: “Continuous transformation is a morbid provocation that not only exists, but also gives meaning to everything.”
Sat, Mar 8 7:30pm Sun, Mar 9 2pm
New York City Center
131 W 55th St (between 6th and 7th Avenues)
Tickets from $45 (fees included)
212-581-1212
NYCityCenter.org
@NYCityCenter
El Turry
La Búsqueda del Duende
Known for his powerful and emotive singing, Antonio “El Turry,” a prominent flamenco vocalist from Granada, comes from a family of renowned musicians. He is the son of guitarist Ricardo de la Juana and dancer Rosa la Canastera and began performing with his family at the age of ten. El Turry has participated in major flamenco festivals, including the Seville Biennial, and created two original shows, Flamenco por Naturaleza and Misa Flamenca He has collaborated with notable flamenco artists such as Eva Yerbabuena, Marina Heredia, Antonio
“El Farru,” and Juan de Juan. La Búsqueda del Duende (The Search for Duende) will be his first solo performance in New York. Accompanied by the master guitarist Paco Jarana.
Co-presented with Robert Browning Associates, Lotus Music & Dance, and Roulette.
Fri, Mar 7 8pm
Roulette
509 Atlantic Avenue at 3rd Avenue, Brooklyn
Tickets from $30 (plus $2.50 fee for advance tickets)
917-267-0368
Roulette.org JOE’S
Juan Habichuela Nieto
8 Abrazos para Lorca
Immerse yourself in an evocative journey through music and poetry in a heartfelt tribute to the timeless legacy of Spanish poet Federico García Lorca. Led by the extraordinary flamenco guitarist Juan Habichuela Nieto, this performance weaves together the passion, soul, and emotion of flamenco with the deep cultural roots of Lorca’s work. In 8 Abrazos para Lorca (8 Hugs for Lorca), Habichuela Nieto embraces the spirit of Lorca through eight unique compositions, offering a moving homage that brings together the essence of the Andalucia the poet called home. With a group of exceptional artists, this show promises to be an evening of mesmerizing music, rhythm, and lyrical beauty that captures the power of flamenco and Lorca’s enduring influence.
Co-presented with Instituto Cervantes New York.
Sat, Mar 8 9:30pm
Joe’s Pub
425 Lafayette St
Tickets from $30 (fees included)
212-967-7555
JoesPub.com @JoesPub
Zen del Sur Órbita
Órbita (Orbit) is pure poetry in motion. An emotionally charged work of art full of strength and sensitivity, it offers the audience an integrated vision of a real artistic fusion between acrobatic dance, urban dance, flamenco, Cyr wheel, boleadoras, and acrobalance. Carlos López and Noemí Pareja, two multitalented artists, interact through different contemporary styles of movement, circus elements, dance, and live music under the gravitational attraction of their roots: Andalucía and flamenco. The performance invites the audience on a dreamlike journey that guides us towards our roots.
Co-presented with Instituto Cervantes New York and NYU King Juan Carlos of Spain Center.
Tue, Mar 11 7pm
NYU KJCC 53 Washington Square South
Free and open to the public
305-237-7749 kjcc.org
Tue, Mar 9 3pm
Bronx Music Hall
438 E 163rd St, Bronx JAZZ
Flamenco Meets Jazz
Carlos de Jacoba
This program is a creative collaboration that highlights exceptional musicians from the traditional sounds of flamenco and jazz. Carlos de Jacoba, one of the most important figures in contemporary flamenco guitar, will bring his art to the stage at the prestigious Jazz at Lincoln Center for the 2025 Flamenco
Wed, Mar 12 7pm & 9pm
Jazz at Lincoln Center
Dizzy’s Club Broadway at 60th St, 5th Floor
Cover $35 (fees included)
As part of Flamenco Festival USA 2025, renowned Granada artists Carlos López and Noemí Pareja will lead an interactive cajoneada in the Bronx at at Bronx Music Hal. Attendees can participate in a flamenco percussion workshop, exploring the cajón’s role in flamenco, all in a vibrant community setting.
Co-presented with Bronx Music Hall.
KING JUAN CARLOS I OF SPAIN CENTER
BRONX MUSIC HALL
Repertorio Español La Casa de Bernarda Alba
Repertorio Español, founded in 1968 by Gilberto Zaldívar and René Buch, brings the best of Spanish-language theater to diverse audiences. The company showcases works by U.S. Hispanic, Latin American, and Spanish playwrights and has received numerous accolades, including Drama Desk Awards, OBIEs, and recognition from the New York Governor. Supported by individuals, corporations, and government agencies, Repertorio is a national treasure.
This emotionally charged tale delves into Bernarda’s tyrannical reign over her daughters, revealing secrets, forbidden desires, and the suffocating pressures within the household. As tensions rise and hidden passions surface, the story spirals into a web of deceit and tragic consequences.
Wed, Mar 12 7pm
Teatro Repertorio Español
138 East 27th Street
https://repertorio.nyc/
JOES PUB AT THE PUBLIC THEATRE
Sara Jiménez
Variación a Tempo
Variación a Tempo (Variation in Tempo) is a captivating flamenco performance by Sara Jiménez that explores the nuances of rhythm, movement, and expression. Jiménez reimagines flamenco’s traditional forms through dynamic choreography and emotional depth, infusing them with her distinctive style and contemporary sensibility. This powerful piece takes the audience on a journey through varying tempos and moods, capturing the essence of transformation and resilience within the art of flamenco. Jiménez breathes new life into flamenco with each new step and gesture, offering a fresh perspective on its timeless appeal.
Thu, Mar 13 9.30pm
Joe’s Pub 425 Lafayette St Tickets from $30 (fees included) 212-967-7555
JoesPub.com @JoesPub
Marina Heredia
De lo Jondo a Lorca
“Ms. Heredia’s mercurial, impassioned voice was at the center of the music, moving between clarity and rasp, sorrow and rage, tragedy and exultation.”
The New York Times
Marina Heredia, one of flamenco’s most revered singers, performs a rich tapestry of traditional and modern flamenco. Hailing from Granada, Spain, she has captivated audiences worldwide with her passionate and spellbinding interpretations of flamenco that seamlessly blend it with other musical genres while honoring its deep roots. De lo Jondo a Lorca includes a selection of poems and songs that Lorca immortalized in his works, blending the intensity of flamenco with the poetic lyricism of the author. Accompanied by her inseparable guitarist José Quevedo “El Bolita,” Heredia, transports the audience to the deepest roots of Andalusian culture, reviving the legacy of the Granadan poet with every note and verse.
Co-presented with World Music Institute.
Fri, Mar 14 8pm
Merkin Concert Hall, Kaufman Music Center 129 W 67th St
Tickets from $45 (fees included)
212-501-3330
kaufmanmusiccenter.org @kaufmanmusiccenter
La Plazuela
Roneo Funk Club
From the hottest clubs in Spain direct to Le Poisson Rouge, El Indio (Manuel Hidalgo Sierra) and El Nitro (Luis Abril Martín) redefine boundaries. By blending their Andalusian flamenco roots with funk, pop, and electronic music, they create a sound that is both nostalgic and refreshingly contemporary.
The Granada-based duo’s live performances are renowned for their high energy and captivating stage presence. Their hit singles like “Tangos de Copera,” “El lao de la pena,” and “Péiname, Juana” have garnered millions of streams, reflecting their widespread appeal and the growing interest in their genre-blending music.
Co-presented with World Music Institute.
Sat, Mar 15 10pm
Le Poisson Rouge
158 Bleecker St
Tickets $45, $55, & $65 (fees included)
Lpr.com
@lprnyc worldmusicinstitute.org
LE POISSON ROUGE
Film screenings
Cante Jondo: Granada 1922
Director: José Sánchez Montes
This documentary mixes animation and real image to recreate the 1922 Cante Jondo Contest that was organized by Manuel de Falla and Federico García Lorca. This film is based on the work of historian José Vallejo, one of the leading experts in the 1922 Cante Jondo Contest. The script is by Elena Serra, animation design is by Álvaro García “Seisdedos,” and development is by Rokyn Studio and Manuel Sicilia.
Followed by a Q&A with Eva Yerbabuena.
Sacromonte, Los Sabios de la Tribu
Director: Chus Gutiérrez
Sacromonte is the sacred neighborhood located at the slopes of the hill that form the traditional Gypsy quarter of the city of Granada, Spain. Sacromonte aims to recover the memory of members of the most important flamenco community in the world. From a lost and golden age, elder flamenco men and women dive into their past in search of their roots and memories
Followed by a Q&A with Marina Heredia.
211 E 49th St
Free Admission
Registration is required
212-308-7720 nyork.cervantes.es
Thu, Mar 13 6:30pm
Instituto Cervantes
211 E 49th St
Free Admission
Registration is required
212-308-7720 nyork.cervantes.es
Photo credits: Cover by Inma Salomón by Chris Nash; Kiki Morente & Carlos de Jacoba courtesy of the artists; Alfonso Losa & Patricia Guerrero by Beatrix Molnar; Compañía Manuel Liñán by Marcos G Punto; Eva Yerbabuena by Laura León; El Turry courtesy of the artist; Juan Habichuela Nieto courtesy of the artist; Zen del Sur by Tomoyuki Hotta; Carlos de Jacoba courtesy of the artist; Repertorio Español by Michel Palma Mir; Sara Jiménez by Picaro Digit 021; Marina Heredia courtesy of the artist; La Plazuela courtesy of the artists; Cante Jondo: Granada 1922 by José Sánchez Montes; Compañía Manuel Liñán by Marcos G Punto.
Flamenco Festival
Flamenco Festival started its mission in 2001 in New York City, and is now the largest platform for flamenco in the international cultural scene. Founded by Miguel Marín, the Festival has reached an audience of more than 1.6 million people and presented more than 170 companies in 1350 performances.
Flamenco Festival has brought some of the finest flamenco creations to theaters in 112 cities around the globe, contributing to flamenco becoming an important component of the world´s most prestigious theaters, including New York City Center, Carnegie Hall, London Sadler´s Wells, the Arsht Center in Miami, Walt Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles, the Boston Opera House, the Sydney Opera House, National Performing Arts Center in Beijing, Stanislavski Theater in Moscow, Bunkamura in Tokyo, and Esplanade in Singapore.
In 2012, Flamenco Festival created the residency program “In Progress,” presenting 19 projects in New York, Miami, and London. It is now expanding to other cities in Spain with the pioneer “glo-cal” creative labs hosted in 2022 in Torrox (Malaga). This program has the purpose of expanding the creative horizons of flamenco through experimentation and self-enquiry, seeing the arts as a tool for individual and social transformation.
