The Leslie Ricardo School of Dance is set to commemorate International Flamenco Day with an electrifying performance titled ‘Viva Flamenco.’ The event will take place on Sunday, November 16, at 7:00 p.m. in the Máximo Avilés Blonda Hall of the Palace of Fine Arts in Santo Domingo. This celebration promises to immerse the audience in a dynamic fusion of rhythm, color, and emotion, underscoring the timeless allure of flamenco as a profound artistic expression. Over 80 aspiring dancers will grace the stage, presenting a diverse repertoire of flamenco styles, including the passionate ‘caña,’ the exuberant ‘sevillanas,’ and the lively ‘bulerías.’ Each performance will showcase the students’ artistic growth and technical prowess, enhanced by traditional Spanish dance elements such as shawls, fans, castanets, and the iconic flamenco attire. Leslie Ricardo, the school’s artistic director, described the event as ‘an experience to feel, learn, and celebrate,’ highlighting how flamenco serves as a medium for dancers to convey character, discipline, and freedom through movement. This initiative underscores the school’s dedication to promoting Spanish dance in the Dominican Republic, fostering cultural identity, community engagement, and artistic fervor. Tickets for this unforgettable evening are available for purchase at TIX.DO.
Flamenco comes alive in “Viva Flamenco” performance at Fine Arts Palace
