FLAMENCO EXPRESS
23RD SEPTEMBER 2023
'Flamenco Express returns to Britain with a new cargo of raw, heart-wrenching flamenco – with ‘sizzling soloist’ La Joaquina, guitar virtuoso Chris Clavo, the massive vocal presence of Antonio El Pola, and tonight, another trademark Flamenco Express British Star return in the shape of crowd-pulling, award-winning choreographer and dancer Emilio Ochando.
... a phenomenon from the Ballet Nacional de Espana and Ballet Nacional de Cuba who took London apart in 2018. An acknowledged international artist in constant demand, Emilio has collaborated with Miguel Angel Rojas, Carlos Rodriguez, Domingo Ortega, Angel Rojas and Carlos Rodrigue among many others.
His company 3DEUNO is now in its fourth year, and touring throughout Spain. Emilio recently won first prize at the III International Dance Festival in Almeria.
Videos
Alegrias. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1WOIVQuucK0&feature=youtu.be&t=1m
Bulerias. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1jq5IzLIeh4
El Pola
Known for over twenty years as a formidably talented singer dedicated to the purest flamenco, Antonio El Pola has grown to fill the greatest stages, performing with many legends of the art, such as La Chana, Paco de Lucia, Juan El Camas, Concha Vargas, Antonio Moya and Juan Castor. A true custodian of the flamenco history.
A regular partner of Emilio.
Flamenco Express Reviews
“Unlike some of the splashy and slightly pretentious star-name shows at the Sadler’s Wells festival flamenco last month, this performance is totally direct; it’s immediate, involving and completely beguiling.”
Exeunt Magazine
“Delighted the audience, who rewarded them with rapturous applause and encores.” Dance Europe
“This feisty flamenco company deliver the finest in flamenco, plus sizzling soloist La Joaquina” Time Out
“This is a fiery ensemble production where every spark of personality is kept alight and creative diversity is given the space to breathe but remain faithful to flamenco’s roots.” King’s Lynn News
“..what was surprising, however, was the sheer power and energy displayed by the dancers during this vibrant celebration of Spanish culture. Forget the sterile, regimented flamenco so often served up to tourists: this was the real thing, and to say that it packed a punch is an understatement.” South Wales Evening Post.
“Flamenco Express transported the audience to an imaginary Spanish haven during a musical journey laced with passion, grace and immense artistry. The cold, grey and windy weather outside seemed a million miles away.” Harlow Star
Door time: 7:30pm, Start time: 8:00pm
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