The Flamenco Society of Northeast Florida

07/31/2026

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07/26/2026

Dulce Anaya, beloved teacher, mentor, internationally acclaimed prima ballerina, and cherished friend to so many, has grande jete’-ed into heaven....

07/15/2026

SO, debate or opinion?
IS FLAMENCO THE "RED HEADED STEPCHILD” of the Dance World?
Is it ignored, or just misunderstood?

In many parts of the world, flamenco can be considered underappreciated rather than ignored.

Flamenco is a highly sophisticated art form that combines:

Dance (baile)
Singing (cante)
Guitar (toque)
Rhythm and percussion (compás)

It has deep roots in Andalusia, Spain, influenced by Romani, Moorish, Jewish, and Spanish cultural traditions. In 2010, UNESCO recognized flamenco as part of the world's intangible cultural heritage through UNESCO.

Yet flamenco often receives less attention than ballet, opera, or mainstream popular music because:

It is strongly associated with a specific region and culture.
Its complexity can be difficult for newcomers to understand.
Commercial entertainment tends to favor more broadly marketable genres.
Authentic flamenco requires years of study and does not always fit modern entertainment trends.

On the other hand, flamenco remains highly respected among dancers, musicians, and cultural historians. Major festivals, theaters, and conservatories continue to support it, especially in Spain, Japan, France, the United States, and Latin America.

Many flamenco artists feel that the art is frequently misunderstood. People may recognize the ruffled dresses and dramatic poses but know little about the depth of the cante, the emotional expression (duende), or the intricate rhythmic structures that make flamenco unique.

So a fair assessment is: flamenco is not ignored, but it is often underestimated. Those who study it usually discover an artistic tradition far richer and more complex than its popular image suggests.

07/09/2026

Sadly, this is a little late, however, few people knew about the passing of.....
LA CHUNGA
MICAELA FLORES AMAYA
1938 – 2025
Micaela Flores Amaya was born in Marseille, France, in 1938, although the exact date of her birth remains unknown. Her parents were Andalusian Romanis, who emigrated to France during the Spanish Civil War. When she was less than a year old, her family moved to Barcelona. Additionally, she was the sister of flamenco dancer Lorenza Flores Amaya, "La Chunguita", and cousin of famed flamenco dancer Carmen Amaya.
La Chunga started dancing when she was six years-old in the "Ca La Rosita", a well-known bodega for the Romanì community in El Poble-Sec. It was at this time she was discovered by painter Francisco "Paco" Rebés, during one of her improvised street performances. Rebés would later take her under his tutelage, and assume the role of her godfather.
Flamenco legend Micaela Flores Amaya, famously known as La Chunga, died from lung cancer, which she had battled for over a decade. She passed away on January 3, 2025, at the age of 87.

06/28/2026

We care! I have many friend from Venezuela and a few of our dancers are from and still have family there. Let’s do all we can!

06/28/2026

06/28/2026

✨Welcome to the Collegiate Summer Intensive 2026✨

This immersive program combines rigorous ballet and modern technique classes, exclusive repertoire and choreography workshops, and career mentorship designed to prepare dancers for the next stage of their artistic journey.

We’re thrilled to introduce this year’s outstanding faculty lineup - here’s to a summer of growth, artistry, inspiration, and professional development!

06/28/2026

📍 Gravesend, we’re still here until the 28th!

Come and visit us while we’re in town.
Whether you’ve already visited us or are planning to come for the first time, we’d love to welcome you before we leave. Don’t miss your chance to see us in Gravesend before we move on to our next destination.

⏰ Opening Hours: 10:00 – 20:00
📅 Last day in Gravesend: the 28th

After that, we’re heading to our next stop…

🇬🇧 London, we’re coming your way! Stay tuned for more details soon. We can’t wait to see you there! ✨

06/28/2026