Salón Flamenco

Experimental. Raw. Adventurous, Salón Flamenco explores gender, politics, history, movement and sound, de-mystifying this traditional art form.

Artists challenges boundaries and expectations of tradition through their unique lens’ and connection with Flamenco, questioning what it means to be Australian practising far from the motherland of Spain.

Connecting with pulse of what is piping-hot across Europe, the artists share a philosophy of practice, to open Flamenco to wider arts audiences and move away from exotic ethnicity to its contemporary relevance in Australia.

We hope you enjoy this very special edition for Sydney WorldPride 2023!

Tuesday 21 February
11AM $30
Flamenco dance for everyone. Learn to stamp, clap and shout in this fun taster. Little or no experience required!

Tuesday 21 February
2PM $65
Not Strictly Flamenco! An experimental laboratory for practitioners of all disciplines, curious to dismantle, rethink and challenge their own working practice.

Wednesdsay 22 February
5:30PM FREE
Queer Flamenco Panel Talk: The invisibility and presence of homosexuality and gender conformity in flamenco has pervaded for over two centuries. In an optimistic world, what can be gained by placing the ‘queer gaze’ in the spotlight?

Wednesday 22 February
7.30PM $40
Eclectic mix of live Flamenco performances by Australian dancers, singers, musicians.

Thursday 23 February
5.30PM FREE
Flamenco Down Under Panel Talk: How do Australian artists navigate their work in the service of Flamenco’s growth and evolution in Australia? Can the perennial debate of experimental vs traditional practice move forward into new contemporary relevance?

Thursday 23 February
7.30PM $40
Eclectic mix of live Flamenco performances by Australian dancers, singers, musicians.

FULL PROGRAM at Annalouise Paul Dance Theatre