Flamenco Roots – Contemporary Spirit
Workshop
with
Jose Agudo
In the frame of WinterTanz 2023/24
In this engaging workshop you have the opportunity to immerse yourself in the essence of Flamenco dance, focusing on fundamental elements like rhythm, expressive arm movements, and footwork. Discover how these foundational skills seamlessly integrate into contemporary dance. Following a warm-up, participants will have the chance to learn from Jose Agudo's rich repertoire and explore the spontaneous and vibrant aspects of Flamenco. The workshop encourages creative improvisation with rhythmical patterns and techniques, allowing participants to embrace the lively spirit of contemporary Flamenco.
Accessibility Note
Accessibility Note
The workshop will be held in spoken English. Movement exercises will mostly include set movement vocabulary, where coordination and memory skills will be necessary. Rhythm and music will be a strong part of the workshop. Information about our location & studios in Kreuzberg, which unfortunately are not wheelchair accessible, can be found here. For questions or more information, please contact Zoé Duflot & Elisabeth Leopold at workshop@tanzfabrik-berlin.de.
Jose Agudo
Jose Agudo began as a Flamenco dancer in Andalusia. He transitioned to contemporary dance, performing across Europe with notable groups and became a rehearsal director and assistant choreographer for Akram Khan Company, contributing to various productions. Studying Kathak under Akram Khan's guidance, he melded traditional roots with contemporary expression. Jose created acclaimed works like Silk Road (2017) and Carmen (2020), touring in multiple countries. Noteworthy commissions include pieces for Phoenix Dance Theatre, ZfinMalta - National Dance Company, Cape Dance Company, Norrdans among others. He choreographed the Davis Cup by Rakuten's opening ceremony and features in "50 Contemporary Choreographers." His new Carmen production tours from autumn 2021. Jose is also developing a solo production based on "Hero With A Thousand Faces." Recently, he ventured into musical theatre, serving as Associate Choreographer for Cabaret and choreographing and performing in Strictly Ballroom the Musical as Rico.