Bio
Flamenco Louisville creates exciting, authentic performances of flamenco that are scalable for any venue or budget. Drawing on extensive travel and study in the cradle of flamenco in Andalucia, Spain, performances are crafted to showcase the intricate and impactful coordination of music, singing and dance that has inspired travelers and artists for centuries.
A typical performance includes dance in full traditional costume accompanied by live singing and guitar. A variety of pieces are performed to demonstrate the full range of expression available through flamenco's exuberant joy, anger and sadness. A flamenco performance will take the audience on an emotional journey while dazzling the eye and the ear.
Pogram formats include:
- El Cuadro, a 3-5 person team including a guitarist, a singer and 1-3 dancers.
- La Compania, the full professional company of Flamenco Louisville including a guitarist, a singer and 5-6 dancers. Also available with nationally and internationally affiliated guest artists.
Auxiliary activities are available to tie the performance more closely to your community.
As a part of the Kentucky Arts Council's Teaching Artist Directory, director Diana Dinicola can provide assembly programs, workshops, master classes and residencies for the local school/university/library/community center. Also available is the multi-media lecture/demonstration, Travels Through the Cradle of Flamenco. This is a 45-90 minute program suitable for academic environments, public libraries or community groups that wish to learn more about Spanish history and culture
Minimal Technical Requirements
Minimum stage size: 9 ' x 12' (16' x 12' preferred)
Lighting: General wash for stage; General room lighting for other environments
Sound: Three microphones with adjustable stands, two monitors
Other: Performance space must have a wooden floor due to the percussion of the dance. Marley over wood is acceptable. Carpet, concrete, tile, brick, marble, earth/lawn are not acceptable. Outdoor stages must be covered.