Fiesta Flamenca Burqueña
Albuquerque’s Free, Outdoor Flamenco Festival Featuring Legendary Artists
Fiesta Flamenca Burqueña is a FREE, outdoor festival of world-class Flamenco dance and music produced for Burqueños and those visiting our beautiful city! This festival celebrates our community's love for Flamenco by bringing you outstanding artistry free of cost— So bring your whole family Downtown!
Friday, Sept 27th
6-9pm
FUSION | The Meadow
Fiesta Flamenca’s FREE Signature Event!
Tix does not guarantee entry! Seats are 1st come, 1st serve. Waitlist will open after 6:15pm. Come early to get your spot!
7:45 Juana Amaya y Companía
6:45 Jesús Muñoz Flamenco
6:15 Flamenquitos del Barrio
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Schedule is subject to change.
5:30pm Doors Open
6:15pm Opener: Flamenco Works Youth Students. Get inspired by the next generation of local talent who study right here in Albuquerque.
6:35pm Flamenco Class for everyone! Get ready to move with a short class where you will learn the elements of Flamenco, how to move your arms and how to give a strong "OLE"!
6:45pm Act 1: Jesús Muñoz Flamenco Based in Albuquerque, this Flamenco dance and music touring company is internationally recognized for preserving and innovating the improvisational philosophy and language of Flamenco. The company intersects Flamenco with Latin, Jazz and Hip-hop, reflecting the experiences and backgrounds of company artists and audiences. The evening will feature fierce, expressive and dynamic, original choreography and compositions. Learn more here
7:45pm Juana Amaya y Companía. Direct from Sevilla, Spain, Juana Amaya is recognized internationally as a legend in Flamenco dance. Starting at the age of 9, having been born into a Gypy Flamenco family, she has captivated audiences with her technical prowess and emotional expressiveness. Her full bio and videos are below.
*Food and beverages will be for sale during the event. You are welcome to enter and exit when you want and as space allows. Note that we expect this event to be sold out.
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With the support of the City of Albuquerque, Visit Albuquerque, National Endowment for the Arts, Fusion Theatre, and our amazing volunteers, Fiesta Flamenca Burqueña is 100% free to you and your family. We do require you to get a free ticket in advance in order to best prepare for this event. Plan to come early to get the best seats.
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We encourage attendees to carpool and walk/bike if possible. The event takes place at Fusion Theatre where there is a limited number of free parking spaces. There are two parking lots across the street from Fusion Theatre and a parking garage at the Convention Center (1 Central Ave NW) which is a 5 min walk away. Learn more about parking lots and garages nearby HERE.
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We are seeking volunteers! As a grassroots, community-led non-profit we rely on your support. Help make this event possible by signing up here!
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We will have multiple food options at the festival!
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YES! We strongly encourage people of all ages to attend. There will be food, games, performances, and more fun for your whole family!
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Fusion Theatre is 100% ADA accessible. If you require ADA seating or have other accessibility needs, please email us so that we can accommodate you in advance.
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We are here to answer your questions or concerns! Please email us.
Saturday, September 28th, 7-9pm
Flamenco Works
Intimate Tablao Performance
Featured Artists: Juana Amaya, Iván Carpio, Reyes Martin Figuereo, Mariano Campallo, and Tobalo
Opener: José Cortés, Jose Valle “Chuscales”
Very limited tickets available!
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There is free, on street parking (if you can find a spot!). Otherwise, there are several parking garages nearby. A list can be found here. City parking garages are $1 per 30 minutes. We recommend arriving early to allow time for parking.
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A Flamenco Tablao is a place where flamenco shows are held and that have an atmosphere with references to this Andalusian art. Tablaos are places that preserve the flamenco tradition.
It is called ‘tablao’ because the platform on which the artists perform is made of wood, a material that has a quality sound for the ‘zapateado’, foot work.
In the flamenco tablao the dance and the cante (Flamenco singing) are linked in perfect harmony offering the public flamenco in its purest and most authentic state. Not in vain, these spaces are also known as ‘flamenco temples’, given their contribution to the recovery and maintenance of this Andalusian art throughout its history.
Flamenco is an art of feelings, emotions that are latent in the performances of artists. It is during the performance of a flamenco club, when an emotional communication is created that it reaches the viewer in an intense and unequaled way.
Only if you go to a tablao can you feel the stage vibrate with zapateao, get infected by the beat or immerse yourself in the depths of flamenco because watching a live flamenco show facilitates that transmission of the essence of singing and dancing and, therefore, It is an art that awakens the senses.
Fiesta Flamenca Burqueña Featured Company Direct from Sevilla, Spain
Juana Amaya y Companía
Juana Amaya is an electrifying performer and a seasoned and much sought-after teacher. She was born into one of Spain’s most respected Gypsy flamenco families, known for artists such as the legendary guitarist Diego del Gastor and singer Luis Joselero.
While still in her teens, Amaya began performing as lead dancer in Mario Maya’s renowned company and toured the world with artists such as Cristobal Reyes, El Guito and La Chana in Cumbre Flamenca. Celebrated for her mesmerizing performances, she has appeared as guest artist with the companies of Paco Peña, Joaquin Cortés and Antonio Canales and has been featured several times at Seville’s prestigious Bienal del Arte Flamenco.
In 2003 she and Farruquito toured the US presenting their show "Por Derecho" in major performing arts centers throughout the country, including UC Berkeley's Zellerbach Hall. She later returned with her own company to festivals in Irvine and Albuquerque and as part of the NY Flamenco Festival’s “Gala Flamenco” in 2017. Reviews of her performance last September at the 2018 Bienal put her on a par with legends of Gypsy flamenco dance such as Carmen Amaya and Manuela Carrasco, celebrating both her technical prowess and her extraordinary emotional expressiveness.
“Like a Nina Simone recording, her dancing is both an acknowledgement of her race’s suffering and a physical manifestation of defiance.”
Workshops & Intro Classes
Juana Amaya Workshops
All classes are taught in Spanish and move at a fast pace. Classes are capped at 20 students to allow for the best possible learning experience.
Intermediate
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Sept 23-26, 5:30-6:30pm, Sept 28, 10:30am
@ Flamenco Works, 506 Central Ave SW 87102
*Plan to arrive early to find parking
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$150/Workshop, ($250 for both)
*20 person limit. Sign up early here.
Advanced
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Sept 23-26, 6:30-7:30pm, Sept 28, 10:30am
@ Flamenco Works, 506 Central Ave SW 87102
*Plan to arrive early to find parking
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$150/Workshop, ($250 for both)
*20 person limit. Sign up early here.
Beginner Bulerias Festeras with Briseyda Zárate
Open to all ages! Learn to dance bulerias at your next Flamenco juerga! Briseyda is a powerful performer and sought-after teacher based in Los Angeles. She is deeply committed to transmitting her love & deep understanding of this life affirming art. To learn more about her, click here.
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Sept 23, 25, 5:30-6:30pm, Sept 28, 10:30am
@ Flamenco Works, 506 Central Ave SW 87102
*Plan to arrive early to find parking
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$50/Workshop, ($250 for both)
Flamenco Happy Hour at Sidetrack Brewery
September 23, 8-9pm
Kick off Fiesta Flamenca Burqueña with some baile and beer! No experience necessary. Come learn a few Flamenco moves with Mariana, ask your questions about the festival and meet other Flamenco lovers from across the city and country who are here for the festival. No registration necessary. FREE!
With Dancer Mariana Gatto Duran
Seeking volunteers! Please consider making a contribution by volunteering at the festival.
Visiting us? Welcome to Downtown Burque!
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Accomodations
All performances and workshops will take place in Downtown, Albuquerque and are in walking distance from Hotel Andaluz, a beautiful, Spanish-themed hotel with a tapas restaurant and roof-top bar.
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Where to eat
There are many excellent restaurants and bars within walking distance Downtown. Looking for a variety of food? 505 Food Hall and Lindy’s Diner (directly across from Flamenco Works). Want a delicious coffee? Novel Point (At Fusion Theatre!), Zendo Coffee, Java Joes. Ready for a drink? Sidetrack Brewery, Sister Bar, and Bar Uno.
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More things to do!
Learn more about Downtown Albuquerque and other fun things to do while you are here!
Fiesta Flamenca Burqueña is made possible by
Special Thank you to Councilor Joaquin Baca and City Council.