The most flamenco exhibitions this fall in Madrid
Madrid dresses up in flamenco this fall with a series of unmissable (and free) exhibitions that explore the essence of this universal art form.
Flamenco becomes the protagonist
Photo: Museo del Traje
Madrid is dressed in flamenco this fall with a series of unmissable exhibitions (with free admission) that explore the essence of this universal art through different disciplines: history, fashion, photography and music.
The city becomes a unique stage where passion, talent and flamenco tradition shine in all their splendor. If you are a flamenco lover or simply curious to learn more about this artistic manifestation, these exhibitions will offer you an unforgettable experience. Below, we tell you all about the four most flamenco exhibitions of the season:
The world of the Manila shawl
Photo: Casa de América
The world of the Manila shawl
The majestic Palacio de Linares, home of the Casa de América, presents the exhibition The World of the Manila Shawl: From Asia to Spain, passing through Latin America.. This exhibition will take you on a journey through time that begins in the 16th century, when the route of the Manila Galleon was discovered, a maritime corridor that connected cultures and heritages from the Philippines to Mexico and Spain. The Manila shawl, that embroidered silk garment that became a symbol of luxury and distinction, is the undisputed protagonist of the event.
The exhibition brings together more than 80 historical pieces that include shawls, but also porcelain, folding screens, fans and other objects brought along the maritime route. Among the jewels of the exhibition, the shawls belonging to such iconic figures as Imperio Argentina, Lolita Flores and Olga Ramos stand out. Each shawl becomes a reflection of the interaction between cultures, of the journey that silks and embroideries made from China to America, before arriving in Spain. A unique opportunity to admire a cultural fusion that marked fashion and Hispanic identity.
Dates: October 9 to 25, 2024.
Venue: Palacio de Linares.
A dress full of stories
Photo: Museo del Traje
Origin: a dress made from the stories of all Andalusia
The Museo del Traje in Madrid hosts an exhibition that goes beyond the simple exhibition of fashion. Origin is an interactive project that collects more than 300 personal stories linked to the flamenco dress, that frilly dress that has accompanied generations at fairs, pilgrimages and tablaos throughout Andalusia. Designed by Beatriz Peñalver from Granada, the centerpiece of the exhibition is an imposing dress made from the collective memories of hundreds of people.
Through an interactive experience, visitors will be able to listen to the testimonies that bring the dress to life and understand how this garment has become a symbol of Andalusia's intangible heritage. With free admission, Origen is an invitation to reflect on how objects can encapsulate the stories and emotions of an entire community.
Dates: From September 12 to October 27, 2024.
Venue: Museo del Traje.
The sounds of flamenco
Photo: Ateneo de Madrid
The sound imprint of flamenco
The historic Ateneo de Madrid hosts one of the most interesting exhibitions of the season: Flamenco in the dramatic black moona journey through the flamenco discography through the funds of the prestigious Carlos Martín Ballester Collection. This exhibition immerses us in the crucial period when flamenco began to be recorded on phonographs and gramophones, allowing its magic to last forever.
With more than 100 original documents and recordings of such outstanding figures as Manuel Vallejo, Antonio Mairena or Ramón Montoya, the exhibition offers a unique look at the evolution of the genre. A sonorous journey in which we can also explore concert programs, manuscripts and historical photographs that complement this fascinating collection.
Dates: October 1 to 29, 2024.
Venue: Ateneo de Madrid.
The most flamenco portraits in Las Tablas
Photo: Ana Palma
Photographic exhibition by Ana Palma
In the heart of Madrid, the emblematic Tablao Flamenco Las Tablas opens its doors to the exhibition of the exhibition of the renowned photographer Ana Palma. With an impeccable career in front of the camera, Palma has collaborated with major festivals and has exhibited in prestigious galleries in cities such as New York and Amsterdam. In this exhibition, the artist gives us an intimate and profound vision of flamenco through her portraits.
The images on display at Las Tablas capture the essence of the art of flamenco at its finest. From the subtle gestures to the overwhelming energy of the dancers and bailaoras, each photograph transports you to the stage, allowing you to feel the emotion of the moment. The exhibition is a testament to Ana Palma's talent for immortalizing the most vibrant moments of this ancient art.
Dates: From September 26 to November 30, 2024.
Venue: Tablao Flamenco Las Tablas.
This fall, Madrid becomes a living stage where flamenco can be heard, danced and also felt in every corner of these exhibitions. From the silk threads embroidered on Manila shawls to the heartbeat immortalized in Ana Palma's photographs, to the music that has left its mark on old phonographs and the collective history of a costume that is much more than fashion, each exhibition invites us to explore flamenco as an art that transcends time and borders.
So do not hesitate: let yourself be carried away by the duende that floods the capital and enjoy a season where flamenco beats stronger than ever.