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Carmela Greco Workshop

BIO
Born in Madrid , Spain , daughter of the celebrated Spanish dancer, José Greco, Carmela began studying dance at age 11.
Before forming her own dance company in 1980, she was a member of many prestigious dance companies and has performed and taught all over the world.
Carmela has danced in popular “tablaos” throughout Spain including: Torres Bermejas, Café de Chinitas, Corral de la Morería, Los Canasteros and Corral de la Pacheca.
In 1998 she joined her father’s company and made her NY debut at the Joyce Theater . In that same year, she joined the instructors at the famous dance academy “Amor de Dios”, In Madrid. In 1995, she performed as guest artist with the company of José Greco II in the Flamenco Festival in Albuquerque , the Jackie Gleason Theater in Miami and the Lincoln Center in NY. In 1998 she performed at the prestigious Jacob’s Pillow, in Becket, MA.
In 1999, together with her sister Lola Greco, they presented the production “Raza” in the Bellas Artes Theater in Madrid which subsequently lead to a tour in Italy to participate in renowned gala events.
In 2002 she toured Japan for 6 months with her own company and later returned to Japan with the production “Climax”. This production was created with Lola Greco and Jose Greco II in honor of their late father, Jose Greco. She danced in the Bienanial in Sevilla under the direction of Paco Suárez, in “Orestes in Lisboa” appearing with top artists such as Rafael Carrasco, Manuel Reyes, Antonio Reyes and Alejandro Granados.

Carmela continues to lead her dance company and conduct workshops and master classes throughout the world.
For more information on Carmela, please visit her website at www.companiacamelagreco.com

please also check "calender dates" section for schedule:
Friday July 3 Friday July 10
6:00-7:30pm intermediate level 6:00-7:30pm intermediate level
7:30-9:00pm beginner level 7:30-9:00pm beginner level

Saturday July 4 Saturday July 11
11:00am-12:30pm intermediate level 11:00am-12:30pm intermediate level
12:30-2:00pm beginner level 12:30pm-2:00pm beginner level

Sunday July 5 Sunday July 12
11:00am-12:30pm intermediate level 11:00-12:30pm intermediate level
12:30-2:00pm beginner level 12:30-2:00pm beginner level

$25/class
Limited space available, please register early.

Adrian Galia

A one weekend workshop with Adrain Galia. For those of you who know China and enjoyed her workshops in the past, this will be a treat for you. Adrian is her son!
The dates will be June 18th and 19th.

Times have not been set, please email me if there are any time conflicts so I can accommodate as many people as possible.

Alicia Marquez

Thank you to everyone who attended Alicia's workshop and helped to make it possible. It was challenging and wonderful. It was truly a pleasure having her here in Philadelphia and I hope that everyone took with them not only awesome choreography but a little taste of the Sevillana spirit.
Thanks again to all who attended.

Friday Night Flamenco!

TINTO RESTAUARANT
114 South 20th st
Philadelphia, Pa

Located in the city’s Rittenhouse Square neighborhood, the cozy restaurant, which draws inspiration from the rich cultural and culinary traditions of Basque country, inspires, tantalizes and satisfies all who enter with extraordinary cuisine created by Chef Jose Garces.
Cristian Puig will be performing solo at Tinto restaurant every friday night from 6:30 to 8:00pm.
He will be playing in the cozy bar area.
www.tintorestaurant.com

Beginner level Flamenco

Wednesdays 6:00pm-7:30pm
Angler Movement Arts Center
1550 E. Montgomery Ave
Philadelphia, Pa 19125
$15/class
Street parking available. Easily accessible form the El train-Market/Frankford line.

Learn the language, technique and the different rhythms of flamenco. We will focus on technique (posture, footwork and arms).
We will be working with a musician/singer to understand how to dance to the different rhythms and interpret the different letras (verses).
Wear comfortable clothing. If you do not have flamenco shoes, wear shoes with a wooden heel that have plenty of support.
* No previous experience necessary. Please feel free to e-mail with any questions.

Intermediate Level Class

Fridays: 6:30-8:00pm
Angler Movement Arts Center
1550 E. Montgomery Ave
(In Fishtown. Easily accessible via the El train, Berks stop)
This class will focus on rhythm, structure and technique. We are working in Solea por por bulerias. We are fortunate now to have guitar every friday.