A southern Spain tradition of song, dance and music – the roots of which may go even further back, to ninth century India, before mingling with Sephardic Jews and the Moors – draws a two-day celebration this weekend called Velada Flamenca. Omayra Amaya, who formed her Flamenco Dance Co. in 1994, leads the party, performing alongside guests Juan Murube (singer), Roberto Castellon (guitarist) and Rafael Heredia (percussionist). The weekend features a student repertory showcase as well as a community jam, called a juerga; but don’t miss a chance to see Amaya herself, gushed over by critics from The Denver Post (“a dance of sudden fury”) to The Boston Globe (“Mesmerizing … intense … erotic … splendid.”) “Velada Flamenca is truly a celebration of life,” Amaya said. “It is a gathering of different people coming together through flamenco and engaging in rhythms together. We hope this event fosters human connection through the music and dance of flamenco.”
“Velada Flamenca,” at 8 p.m. Nov. 15 and 7 p.m. Nov. 16 at The Dance Complex, 536 Massachusetts Ave., Central Square, Cambridge. $39 to $109.
A stronger
Please consider making a financial contribution to maintain, expand and improve Cambridge Day.
We are now a 501(c)3 nonprofit and all donations are tax deductible.
Please consider a recurring contribution.