Intro to Flamenco Workshops

with Jhoely Triana

September 25, 2021

The Dance Centre, 677 Davie St, Vancouver, BC

As part of this year’s Vancouver International Flamenco Festival (Sept 4 – 26), New Works is excited to present a special community dance workshop event: Intro to Flamenco Workshops with Jhoely Triana on Saturday Sept 25 at The Dance Centre.

WORKSHOPS

Intro to Flamenco – All Ages/Abilities – 1:00pm

This class is tailored for anyone who wants to know more about flamenco but has never danced before. In this easy to follow class you will be introduced to the various elements of flamenco and will learn some basic steps and concepts such as hand and arm movement, hand clapping, marking steps and footwork. Come learn about flamenco so you can better appreciate it next time you watch it live or online.

Where: The Faris Studio at the Dance Centre

When: 1:00pm-2:00pm

Intro to Flamenco – For Dancers – 2:30pm

Do you already have a dance practice in another dance form but are interested in learning more about flamenco?  This class will introduce you to the various elements of flamenco including some basic steps and concepts such as hand and arm movement, hand clapping, marking steps, footwork and elements of improvisation.  Come learn about flamenco so you can better appreciate it next time you watch it live or online and see if it is something you want to incorporate into your own dance practice.

Where: The Faris Studio at the Dance Centre

When: 2:30pm-3:30pm

COVID SAFETY

*Please note: As per the most recent update to the Provincial Health Order, Proof of Vaccination Status as outlined in the PHO is required for participation in this activity. Please arrive 15 minutes before the event to allow for this.

*Spots will be limited to 18 participants per class

BIO

Jhoely Triana, born in Colombia, is a Vancouver based flamenco dancer and choreographer. Jhoely trained at the Goh Ballet Academy, completed a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Contemporary Dance at Simon Fraser University, and now continues her artistic development with the mentorship of Kasandra “La China” and Oscar Nieto at Al Mozaico Flamenco. Since 2016, she has performed at the Victoria Flamenco Festival, Vancouver International Flamenco Festival, the Dance Centre’s 12 Min Max and Open Stage, Kitsilano Showboat and various community events and showcases. Over the past year, Jhoely has also been studying with Rapico (José Carmona – Madrid) and El Farru (Antonio Fernandez Montoya – Sevilla). Jhoely’s work emphasizes connection to audience through authenticity of emotion and vulnerability. She performs regularly at the Kino Cafe and East is East Restaurant in Vancouver.