Casa de la Guitarra

Some images from Sevilla’s newest flamenco venue, Casa de la Guitarra.

After 45 years as a performer, renowned flamenco guitarist José Luis Postigo opened the Casa de la Guitarra just three months ago in an 18th century building in the heart of the barrio Santa Cruz. The performances take place in an intimate  space that brings the spectators close to the artists, and which also houses an impressive collection of 19th century guitars. The shows feature flamenco guitar, singing and dancing by professional performers in a variety of styles, and are an excellent introduction to the world of flamenco.

Casa de la Guitarra
Mesón del Moro 12
Tel. 954 224 093 / 615 085 631

Guitar Exhibition (free admission)
12.00 – 14.00 and 17.00 – 19.00

Flamenco Performances
19.30 – 20.30 / 21.00 – 22.00
Price: 17 €
Students and Pensioners: 15 €
Chidren 6 to 12 years: 10 €

Bienal de Flamenco 2012

The Bienal de Flamenco has (finally!) announced their 2012 programme.

The Bienal de Flamenco de Sevilla has been going strong since 1980. It is an internationally renowned music festival that features the some of the finest flamenco performers in the world and takes place in all types of venues throughout town, from small local peñas to the magnificent Maestranza Theatre. The theme of the 2012 edition will be “De Cuerpo y Alma” (From Body and Soul). Tickets go on sale (on line) June 1st.

It’s been a long while since I’ve attended this fabulous event. Last time was eight years ago (!!) when I saw the incomparable Paco de Lucía. Think it’s time to go again…

Bienal de Flamenco 2012
3rd – 30th September

Bienal de Flamenco Website
Bienal 2012 Programme