Workshop Flamenco Dance
The dancer Illeana Gómez offers a flamenco dance workshop on 6 and 7 May. This workshop is designed for two levels, aimed at working on technique and connecting with flamenco art.
Beginner Level:
Focused on technique, the compás for alegrías, and an adapted choreography where the following will be covered:
– Foot technique
– Body development, marking, and arm technique
– Compás
Intermediate Level:
Designed for more experienced dancers, this level will cover technique, the compás for soleá, and a more advanced choreography where the following will be worked on:
– Foot technique and refinement
– Body development, marking, and arm technique
– Compás
The workshop will take place over 2 days, with a total of 3 hours of training accompanied by the singing of Enrique Bermúdez “Piculabe” and the guitar of Jesules Losada.
Technical details
Illeana Gómez, a mexican flamenco dancer born in New Mexico, Illeana Gómez is a flamenco dancer with a Master of Fine Arts degree. She trained with esteemed artists such as Juana Amaya, José Maya, and Farruquito across Spain. She has participated in prominent dance competitions and performed in prestigious theaters and festivals, including the Joyce Theatre in New York and Jacob’s Pillow Dance Festival.
In 2010, she became the first student in the U.S. to earn a master’s degree in dance with a specialization in flamenco. She currently works in Madrid’s tablaos, performing alongside major flamenco artists.
Enrique Bermudez “Piculabe”, a flamenco singer born in Madrid, he began his musical career in the choir of the Evangelical Church. Through a recording that made waves in flamenco communities, he met Juan José Suarez “Paquete,” recorded his first track, and signed with Universal Music.
He has collaborated with renowned international artists such as Jorge Pardo and Tomatito, and his discography includes “Camino y tiempo” (2008) and “Canta y sueña” (2012). Since 2012, he has been invited by the Antonio Gades company for various performances worldwide, appearing in prestigious venues like the National Theatre of Beijing and the Roman Theatre of Verona. In 2014, guitarist Juan Carmona invited him to join his international tour.
Jesules Losada, a flamenco guitarist born in Madrid began his career at 14 at the tablao Torrebermejas. He trained under David Lamar and collaborated with flamenco greats like singer José Mercé. His professional journey includes European tours with the opera Carmen, where he worked with renowned personalities like José Carreras.
In 2015, Jesules released his first solo album “Corre Chacho”, establishing himself as both a composer and soloist. He is currently preparing his second album, where his son, who performs at all his events, plays a prominent role.
