The Master Returns. Antonio Canales at Tablao 1911.
There are names that are, in themselves, living history of flamenco. Antonio Canales is one of them. And this July 19th and 20th, the maestro’s duende returns to the place where time stands still: Tablao Flamenco 1911, the oldest tablao in the world.
Those who have seen him on stage know it’s more than just dance. It’s strength, elegance, and the weight of a life devoted to the art of flamenco. Canales needs no introduction: he danced with the greatest—from Paco de Lucía to Camarón—and became a giant in his own right, honored with the National Dance Award.
But awards don’t capture what it feels like to see him just a few meters away. Seeing him live is feeling each footstep echo in your chest, each movement telling a story. It’s one of those experiences that remain etched in your memory.
Two unforgettable nights, with two shows each evening (9:00 PM and 10:30 PM), to witness the magic up close.
Tickets for an event like this are, by nature, limited. Don’t miss your chance.
Book your place in flamenco history.
Although born in Madrid, her rhythm beats with the pulse of Utrera and Lebrija. Flamenco runs through her veins — a legacy that turned into dance when, at just three years old, she was already responding to her grandfather’s guitar at home. Her path has been a whirlwind of precocity and passion: at five she dared to step on stage with a farruca, and soon after, her art crossed borders with the viral phenomenon of Las Turroneras.
Today, at eighteen, her dance has been endorsed by a figure like El Farru, and she is a regular presence in the most prestigious tablaos of Madrid and Seville, while continuing to learn from great masters at the Fundación Cristina Heeren and the Amor de Dios school.
This is not the story of a promise — it is the reality of an artist with an overwhelming present. A unique opportunity to feel flamenco at its purest: full of the strength of tradition and the explosive energy of youth. We’re waiting for you.
María Moreno is coming to Tablao Flamenco 1911, and that means something. Because when art comes straight from the cradle, it shows.
It’s not just technique, it’s heritage. It’s the raw force of Cádiz, wrapped in a disarming elegance. Every movement tells a story and every footwork is a tear that hits you directly, unfiltered. A pellizco that doesn’t ask permission and sinks into your soul.
If you’re looking for real flamenco—the kind that gives you goosebumps and leaves you speechless—this is it. And having such an artist just steps away, in the brutal closeness of our tablao… that’s a luxury. There’s no distance here. You feel her energy, her breath, the wood vibrating beneath her feet. It’s an experience you won’t forget.
Secure your spot—these seats go fast!
Many people come to the tablao and are captivated by the power of the footwork or the raw cry of the singer. And that’s fine.
But this week, we invite you to focus on the man who makes it all possible — the architect who builds the stage so that others may shine: guitarist Ricardo Vázquez.
Ricardo is one of those rare guitarists. His mastery isn’t about flashy virtuosity, but about a deep understanding of singing and dance. His guitar doesn’t scream — it speaks, it whispers, it holds everything together. He knows exactly which falseta a singer needs to catch their breath, which strum the dancer’s body demands, and above all, he masters silence — that moment that changes everything.
Having him in the cuadro is a guarantee of true flamenco and solid grounding. His playing is pure, with a groove that seeps into your body and a rhythm that anchors everyone on stage.
To witness him up close at Tablao 1911 is to experience a flamenco masterclass — the kind that’s slow-cooked and full of soul.
If you want to understand the force that fuels the duende, don’t miss this.
On July 11, the iconic Tablao Flamenco 1911 (formerly Villarosa), located in the heart of Madrid’s Barrio de las Letras, will host one of the qualifying rounds of the 64th International Festival of Cante de las Minas, the most prestigious flamenco competition in the world.
This preliminary round will bring together seven top-level artists, selected to compete in the categories of cante (singing), guitar, and flamenco dance, all hoping to reach the semifinals to be held in La Unión (Murcia).
Confirmed participants:
Cante (Singing):
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Jesús León Márquez (Mairena del Alcor, Seville)
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Gregorio Moya Lara (Argamasilla de Alba, Ciudad Real)
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José Plantón Heredia “José el Calli” (Córdoba)
Guitar:
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Kerem Can Ozpekel
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Adrián Grande Rubio
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Mercedes Snaguioo Horneras “Mercedes Luján”
Dance:
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Fabiola Vanadia (Argentina)
Among them stands out José El Calli, a regular cantaor in the artistic cast of Tablao Flamenco 1911, who was awarded in the previous edition of the festival for his performance of the seguiriya.
A top-level jury
The jury will be made up of leading figures in the flamenco world:
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Eduardo Guerrero, bailaor
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Juan Parrilla, instrumentalist
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Kyoko Shikaze, specialized journalist
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José Manuel Gamboa and Francisco Paredes, flamenco experts
The Press Echoes: Our Tablao in the Media
This important recognition has not gone unnoticed. The most prominent media outlets in the cultural and flamenco sector have highlighted the selection of our tablao as the stage for this prestigious event.
Here’s what they’re saying about us:
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Telemadrid: Highlights the event as one of the must-see flamenco plans of the weekend in the capital. [See article]
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Revista La Flamenca: Clearly headlines: “The Madrid tablao 1911, venue for the preliminary rounds of the Festival de las Minas.” [Read article]
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Time Out Madrid: Includes the event in its guide, noting the opportunity to discover the artists competing in one of Spain’s most important festivals. [Check the guide]
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DeFlamenco.com: Emphasizes Madrid’s importance as a stage for a new selection phase of the festival at our tablao. [Read more]
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Official Festival Website: The festival itself announces the event, referring to our venue as “The Temple of Flamenco in Madrid.” [See official statement]
Tickets
Tickets are available for just €8, including one drink. Limited seating.
Book your spot by calling 91 491 50 56 / 650 63 51 25 or by writing to reservas@tablaoflamenco1911.com
A unique opportunity to experience flamenco art in its purest form and discover the future stars of the national and international scene.
With a precision that defies the human, José Escarpín holds the Guinness World Record for the most heel taps per minute.
This week, his talent takes over the most historic flamenco stage: Tablao Flamenco 1911.
Escarpín is strength, speed, and rhythm. A bailaor who turns every footwork into a spectacle and every pose into applause.
Acclaimed internationally, he arrives in Madrid to offer a series of performances where technical virtuosity meets pure passion.
This is not just flamenco. It’s living history dancing over century-old wood.
Don’t miss it. Book your ticket.
Laura Fúnez brings her personal style to the stage of Tablao 1911, where the Escuela Bolera meets today’s flamenco.
Technique, presence, and pure artistry in every step.
Paula Moreno takes the stage this week at Tablao 1911.
From San Fernando, birthplace of great flamenco legends, this dancer stands out for her powerful presence and natural elegance. She has trained with icons like Pastora Galván, Farruquito, and Fuensanta La Moneta, and has been recognized in major flamenco competitions across Spain.
With a solid career on stage — from Cádiz’s peñas to the Festival de Jerez — Paula blends technique, passion, and expressiveness that leaves no one indifferent.
A true flamenco soul you must experience live. Don’t miss it!
This week at our tablao, we are thrilled to feature the special performance of Paula Rodríguez!
A prominent flamenco dancer with an impressive background and artistic training, Paula is originally from Santander and began her dance career at a very young age. She has perfected her technique in Madrid and Seville under the guidance of flamenco masters like Merche Esmeralda and Juana Amaya. Her style, full of strength and passion, has won her awards in national competitions and has led her to perform at important flamenco festivals across Spain and Europe.
Throughout her career, Paula has worked with renowned companies and currently shares her art at the best tablaos in Madrid, alongside iconic figures like Juan Andrés Maya and Antonio Canales.
Don’t miss this chance to see her live!
Antonio Canales dances with el Yiyo in Madrid.
On the 17th of May, Antonio Canales and el Yiyo will be captivating the audience with their art at the Tablao Flamenco 1911 in Madrid. A unique experience full of passion, strength and elegance.
Don’t miss the opportunity to witness these great figures of dance live!
Flamenco is an artistic expression that encompasses various disciplines. Its traditional form of learning has been oral transmission. That is why transmitting flamenco dance between generations is a way of learning and preserving it.
The transmission of flamenco dance between generations not only preserves our roots, but also enriches and revitalises the tradition. The new generations inherit the techniques and art of their predecessors.
They add their own interpretation and passion, thus creating a dynamic and lively link with flamenco.
Antonio Canales dances with Yiyo in Madrid
The show will take place on 17 May at 21h00 and 22h30.
We will have the best artists accompanying this great figure of dance:
Guitar:
David Jiménez
Antonio Jiménez
Singing:
El Cancu
José del Calli
Percussion:
Iván Losada Jr.
Saxophone and flute:
Jesús Montoya
We will also have the presence of our artistic director, Laura Abadía, performing a special number.
