Flamenco comes alive in “Viva Flamenco” performance at Fine Arts Palace

Santo Domingo.- The Leslie Ricardo School of Dance will celebrate International Flamenco Day with a spectacular show titled “Viva Flamenco” on Sunday, November 16, at 7:00 p.m. in the Máximo Avilés Blonda Hall of the Palace of Fine Arts. The event promises a vibrant evening filled with rhythm, color, and emotion, showcasing the enduring power of flamenco as an art form.

More than 80 dancers in training will take the stage, performing a variety of flamenco styles—from the intensity of the caña and the joy of the sevillanas to the festive spirit of the bulerías. Each performance will highlight the progress and artistry of the school’s students, accompanied by traditional Spanish dance elements such as shawls, fans, castanets, and the iconic flamenco dress.

Artistic director Leslie Ricardo described the event as “an experience to feel, learn, and celebrate,” emphasizing how flamenco allows dancers to express character, discipline, and freedom through movement. The initiative reflects the school’s commitment to promoting Spanish dance in the Dominican Republic, fostering community, cultural identity, and artistic passion. Tickets are available at TIX.DO.