Ballet Flamenco de Andalucia at Straz Center for the Performing Arts

This renowned repertory company from Spain includes 17 members directed by award-wining Ruben Olmo, one of Flamenco’s contemporary stars. Through castanets, fans, traditional flamenco “bata de cola” dresses, effervescent heel-and-toe step combinations, along with the power of “escuela Bolera” and the demanding technique and jaw-dropping athleticism of Spanish dance, the company presents “Metafora” a program that will transport the audience to the emotion, drama and passion of Andalucía, the cradle of flamenco. “You will remember it” – El País. “The ensemble is appealingly youthful and energetic” – The New York Times.