Evocación
What does Flamenco evoke for you? An evocation of longing, joy, sorrow, release and a call to feel...more? Fresh from sold out shows at Darwin Fringe, be transported to the stages of Sevilla by this mesmerising ensemble, showcasing Andalusian dance and music.
“Fast, intense and exhilarating” Sydney Morning Herald
Be enthralled by top Australian dancers – Roshanne Wijeyeratne and Chachy Peñalver - award winners! Accompanied by the moorish sounds of Kieren Ray (guitar), Zoe Velez (voice) and Adrian van Nunen (cajon).
Flamenkisimo have sold out shows in Sydney, Canberra, Hobart and Darwin and feature artists of the highest calibre. While championing homegrown Flamenco, the ensemble have studied abundantly in Spain and pay homage to this UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage listed Art Form.
Winner BankSA Best Dance Award 2022
Presented by: Flamenkisimo
Formed in 2013, Flamenkisimo means 'Ultra Flamenco'. Exhibiting live music and dance, this 5-piece ensemble features four Adelaide Fringe award winners. They were recently curated for the main theatre line-up at Darwin Fringe Festival 21 and Reunion Park Festival for 22. The ensemble features Australia's only female Flamenco singer and dancers who are in demand locally and internationally.
Evocación's artists have performed extensively, most notably at; Adelaide Fringe Festival, Adelaide International Guitar Festival, Sydney Fringe Festival, Sydney Festival, Sydney Opera House, WOMADelaide, Woodford Folk Festival, Melbourne Festival and Hawkes Bay Arts Festival (NZ).
Flamenkisimo are honoured to make their Fringe debut in 2022 with the premier of Evocación.