Flamenco is thought to have originated in the sunny Spanish region of Andalusia. Heavily influenced by Gitano, Jewish and Moorish communities over hundreds of years, the enchanting art form is made up of three distinct elements: song (cante), dance (baile) and music (toque). This season, the sensational “We Call It Flamenco” show in Minneapolis is coming to dazzle audiences in the city with authentic flamenco performances guided by professional dancers and talented musicians.
On selected dates over the coming months, “We Call It Flamenco” is bringing a slice of Spain to Minneapolis, meaning you don’t even have to leave the city to experience an original flamenco show. Get ready to feel the spirit of the duende (flamenco’s incomparable magic) and fall in love with this fiery spectacle of music and dance.
What is “We Call It Flamenco”?
Sun, sea and tapas aren’t the only things Spain’s loved for. Flamenco has been dazzling audiences around the world for centuries, and “We Call It Flamenco” is now celebrating the art form’s legacy right here in Minneapolis. Dressed in traditional mantones (Manila shawls) and trajes de flamenca (flamenco dresses), flamenco dancers will take audiences through famous flamenco dances amid thousands of red roses as talented musicians work their magic on stage.
Flamenco, its palos and the show
A palo is a style of flamenco, and there are over 50 in existence today. Every palo has its own melody, rhythm and musical style, each one expressing a unique theme or feeling. At “We Call It Flamenco”, six palos including the fandango, zambra, soleá por bulerías and cantiñas will be performed by flamenco dancers, a guitarist and singer on the night.
From the beaches of Cádiz to the vibrant streets of Jerez de la Frontera, this extraordinary show will transport audiences in Minneapolis to the flowery cities of Andalusia, the birthplace of flamenco.
Prepare to fall under the spell of the famous Spanish art form at “We Call It Flamenco” in Minneapolis. Shows take place over the course of 60 mesmerizing minutes, and doors open 30 minutes prior to the show start time. Seats are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis depending on your ticket type and late entry is not permitted.