Ruth Page Center for the Arts presents
Friday ,September26,2025-9:30 am
Introduction to Flamenco Technique and Expression with Claudia Pizarro
Ruth Page Center for the Arts presents
Friday ,September26,2025-9:30 am
Flamenco
Class
90Running Time
Friday, September 26, 2025 – 9:30-11 am
Friday, October 3, 2025 – 9:30-11 am
Location: Ruth Page Center for the Arts, 1016 North Dearborn St.
Introduction to Flamenco Technique & Expression: This class introduces students to the foundational elements of flamenco in a fun and accessible way. We’ll focus on posture, footwork (taconeo), arms (braceo), hands (floreo), and rhythm (compás), with special attention to musicality and body awareness. Through short movement sequences and guided exercises, dancers will begin to understand how flamenco blends strength, rhythm, and emotion.
No prior flamenco experience is required, just an open mind and a willingness to explore a new movement language. Perfect for dancers of all backgrounds who are curious about flamenco or seeking to incorporate something new into their training.
About the teacher:
Claudia Pizarro is a Mexican-born professional flamenco dancer, teacher, and Artistic Director, blending Spanish and Mexican influences in her decades-long career. A former First Dancer with Ensemble Español and company member of Yjastros: The American Flamenco Repertory Company, she has performed nationally, collaborated with renowned artists, and taught students of all ages. As Co-Founder and Artistic Director of Casa Triana Flamenco in Chicago, she is dedicated to preserving flamenco culture through education, performance, and community, recently premiering the school’s sold-out first student show, Tablao en Casa.
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Join us at the Ruth Page Center for the Arts for Open Technique Classes with the Ruth Page Professional Dance Training Program*, on Fridays at 9:30 am. The class will feature rotating guest artists and Ruth Page School of Dance faculty. Method and technique will vary by teacher.
*Ruth Page Professional Dance Training Program (PDTP) serves as a bridge between studio training and a professional dance career. Dancers train and rehearse daily 9 am – 4 pm, from August – June at the Ruth Page Center for the Arts focusing on refining ballet and contemporary technique in an international environment of performers, educators, and mentors. PDTP is designed for dancers between the ages of 17-25 who have completed high school and are preparing for a professional career. Trainees receive individualized coaching from accomplished faculty and curated international guest choreographers. The Ruth Page Professional Dance Training Program also offers international travel* (when available), limited need-based scholarships, and affordable housing. For further information about the Professional Dance Training Program (PDTP), reach out to the Artistic Associate, Maray Gutierrez, at pdtp@ruthpage.org
