A’lante Flamenco Presents

Flamenco Under the Stars

Zilker Hillside Theater, Austin, TX September 25 & 26, 2021

This project is supported in part by the Cultural Arts Division of the City of Austin Economic Development Department. A’lante Flamenco is sponsored by the Austin Creative Alliance and the Texas Commission on the Arts.

There will be no Intermission

Choreographer: Olivia Chacón

Music Director: Isai Chacón

Special Guests: Alex Ruiz and Oliver Steck

 

Hacia la Mar la Vela (Cantiñas)

This traditional song style is from the region of Cadiz. This choreography, danced by the whole company, features all the traditional flamenco dance implements: abanico (fan), bata de cola (dress with a train), and manton (shawl). 

Bimbom

A Latin jam featuring some of Jose and Isai’s favorite tunes.

Waltz

Danced by Oliver Steck and partner.

Jaleos Extremeños

In which Isai recalls how he discovered flamenco… Danced by Olivia Chacón, Stephanie Keeton, and Claire Spera. 

Marelu Tangos

Celia sings these tangos inspired by one of her favorite singers, the Extremeña, Marelu, with guitar in the style of Paco Cepero. 

Andalucia te Espera

Traditional Sevillanas with a twist! Danced by Shannon Francis, Sofia Hurtado, Stephanie Keeton, and Claire Spera.

Malagueña Salerosa

This classic tune is actually not flamenco at all; it’s a huapango from Mexico! Sung by our incomparable Guest Artist Alex Ruiz. 

Siempre por los Rincones

This traditional Seguiriya was originated by Jerezano Manuel Torre just after 1900. This version is sung by Celia Corrales and danced by Olivia Chacón.

Maria de la O

This song was composed for the 1936 film of the same name, featuring Carmen Amaya and Pastora Imperio. The 1958 remake starring Lola Flores may be even more famous, but Celia Corrales sings it in her own inimitable style, por bulerías.

Tientos del Padrino

Featuring Oliver Steck on accordion and Alex Ruiz with Isai Chacón on vocals. Danced by the Company. (Who can name the movie reference?)

Bienvenido al Hotel California

The Eagles classic, flamenco style. Featuring Alex Ruiz. 

Get ready to Rumbaaaa!!!

Performed by the whole Company, featuring Oliver Steck and Alex Ruiz. 

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Artistic Director: Olivia Chacón

Music Director: Isaí Chacón

Lighting Design: Patrick Anthony

Sound Design: Isai Chacon and Nate Zevin

Stage Manager: Daniel Pintauro Tabares

Isai Chacón: Musical Director, arranger, singer and guitarist

Olivia Chacón: Artistic Director, choreographer, and dancer

Shannon Francis: Dancer

Tony Hampton: Percussionist

Sofia Hurtado: Dancer

Stephanie Keeton: Dancer

Celia Corrales Sellers: Singer

Claire Spera: Dancer

Jose Manuel Tejeda: Guitarist

Karen Vilches: Palmera