Flamenco Experience – Open Level Workshop with Curro de Candela and Carmen de Chicago Come experience the world of Flamenco from Flamenco Master Curro de Candela and Carmen de Chicago. Explore the rhythm, movement, expression, and passion of flamenco from artists directly from Spain. All levels are welcome, with a special focus on those new to flamenco. No previous experience necessary! Live accompaniment by flamenco guitarist Andrea Salcedo and cantaor y musico Diego Amador Jr.

Curro de Candela is the youngest and last representative of the artistic dynasty founded by José Greco, the first great international star of Spanish dance. This dynasty also includes the renowned and brilliant dancer Lola Greco, who received the National Dance Award. Curro’s father, Domenico, also a dancer, is José Greco’s nephew and Lola Greco’s cousin. Today, Curro is a celebrated artist – one of the most highly regarded flamenco dancers, directors, producers, and composers in Madrid. He founded his own company at the age of 22, and works with a team of exceptional musicians, blending his love of flamenco with Cuban, classical, and American music to each of his productions. Curro continues to create, produce, and direct new works, and is currently developing his most ambitious production to date, serving as musical producer; artistic director choreographer, and principal dancer alongside some of today’s finest artists.