Women in flamenco. International Women’s Day.

On 8 March we celebrate International Women’s Day, remembering the efforts of women in flamenco, who have demanded their participation and equality in society.

Since its beginnings in the 19th century, she has played an active role in this art form, more closely linked to the private sphere. Nevertheless, it played a fundamental role in the later development of this expression. In 1911, the first celebrations of this day began in many European countries. Demands were made for the right to vote and to hold public office, the right to work, to vocational training and to non-discrimination at work.

Women have played a fundamental role in Flamenco

Flamenco woman at the tablao

Dance cast on the stage of a singing cafe. Nuevo mundo (Madrid). nº 770 8/10/1908

That same year saw the opening of our tablao, the oldest in the world. At that time, the situation of women in flamenco was complex in each of its disciplines.

Gradually, women have made their way into the professional and public sphere of flamenco, conquering new spaces.

Likewise, we have observed how, during the 20th century, these singers, dancers and guitarists have become the protagonists of their own creations.

Flamenco woman playing the guitar

Sevillian lady playing the guitar. E. Gateau/ J.Laurent. 1878.Ruiz Venacci Archive, NIM 17618. Photo library of the Cultural Heritage Institute of Spain. Ministry of Culture.

However, the journey of women in flamenco does not end here. In recent years, many research studies and publications have been carried out on female flamenco artists, thanks to which we have been able to get to know forgotten performers or learn more about artists who are already on the map. Women like Carmen Amaya whose contribution to dance transcended and travelled around the world.

Flamenco woman. Carmen Amaya

Carmen Amaya. Unknown.

There are many women nowadays who participate in, defend and live through flamenco: promoters, managers, managers, photographers, researchers, dancers, singers, guitarists…. A large number of flamenco women who make their way along these paths so that others can continue along them.

 

For this day we will have a special performance by our artistic director, don’t miss it!

Flamenco shows

Programación del Tablao 1911 del 7 al 13 de julio con José Maya y artistas invitados.
From July 7th to 13th

Flamenco Madrid Daily Show

From July 7th to 13th, Tablao 1911 brings together great figures of flamenco in a program that blends mastery, emotion, and rhythm. An unrepeatable experience where every night is a ritual.

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Cartel Festival Cante de las Minas, Tablao Flamenco 1911
July 11 at 4:00 PM

The Cante de las Minas arrives at Tablao Flamenco 1911 in Madrid

On July 11 at 4:00 PM, Tablao Flamenco 1911 hosts one of the qualifying rounds of the 64th International Cante de las Minas Festival.
A unique encounter with the most authentic flamenco art.

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From July 7 to 13

José Maya on stage at Tablao Flamenco 1911

This week, one of the most powerful names in contemporary flamenco shines once again on our stage: José Maya.

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María Moreno esta semana en Tablao 1911
From July 8 to 11

María Moreno, Pure Cádiz at Tablao 1911.

The power and grace of Cádiz shake the walls of Tablao 1911.

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From July 7th to 13th

Paula Rodríguez returns to 1911

Paula Rodríguez, pure passion, strength, and elegance!

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Ricardo Vázquez con su guitarra sobre el escenario de Tablao Flamenco 1911.
From July 7 to 13

Ricardo Vázquez, master of the guitar, this week at Tablao 1911

This week, if you want to understand the secret of a great tablao, don’t look only at the voice or the feet. Listen to the guitar that builds it all. On guitar, Ricardo Vázquez — the soul of our ensem

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