World Music Institute presents Festival Ay! Mas Flamenco, a 3 night event showcasing world-renowned Flamenco troupes in New York City.
LA OTRA ORILLA
Montréal's rebellious & subversive iconoclasts
Thursday, March 3
Works by the ensemble La Otra Orilla are recognizable for their unique and radical approach to flamenco. Based on the collaboration between dancer and choreographer Myriam Allard and singer-director Hedi Graja, the company embodies a cutting-edge interpretation of the timeless and universal appeal of flamenco
JOAQUIN GRILO
A performance dedicated to Grilo's friend and teacher Paco de Lucia
Friday, March 4
Joaquín Grilo dedicates this intensely personal evening to his teacher, colleague, and friend, guitarist Paco de Lucía, with whom he toured for many years and who left an indelible impact on his artistic career. Joined by guitarist Juan Requena and vocalist Jose Valencia, this joyful production is Grilo's vision of modern flamenco, born out of his deep respect for the art form, which weaves together complex music and dance to celebrate the spontaneous nature of flamenco
LA LUPI
A new flamenco legend with flair for the dramatic and appreciation of tradition
Saturday, March 5
La Lupi has chosen to begin a new path by collecting old dance traditions and personalizing them with her fresh and unique style
PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE:
THURSDAY thru SATURDAY @ 8 PM
