CASTRO ROMERO FLAMENCO
NORTH AMERICAN TOUR
Spain's Living Cultural Treasures with the show
Esencia Flamenca
Diario de Guanajuato, Festival Internacional Cervantino
This Spanish dance style leaves poets, historians, journalists and the public languishing and speechless ...
.. what is certain is that it brought out in more than one of us shouts, applause, euphoria, and tears…
OPIUM
all company
CANELA EN RAMA
cristel muñoz,
jessica rodriguez
AZAHAR
ricardo castro, josé romero, josé ibancos
CLAVELES
rosario castro
SÁNDALO
ricardo castro
<INTERMISSION 20 MIN>
choreography
rosario castro and ricardo castro
principal dancers
rosario castro, ricardo castro, josé romero
dancers
cristel muñoz, jessica rodriguez,
josé ibancos
PROGRAM
ROSA DE MAYO
instrumental
ROMERO
all company
ESPLIEGO
ricardo castro
PERFUME DELICADO
rosario castro
YERBA BUENA
all company
music
pablo garcía, david monge, alberto funes
musicians
jesus heredia (guitar), roman molla (guitar),
alberto funes (cante)
josé uriarte (percussion
The Castro Romero siblings are among Spain’s most renowned flamenco dancers and choreographers. They have enjoyed international recognition, performing on the world's most prestigious stages: The American Ballet, Paris Opera, and The Royal Ballet, among many others. In 2008, the Castro Romero brothers were awarded the Spanish National Prize for Cultura Viva dance.
Rosario Castro Romero
Rosario, born in Granada, began her flamenco journey at 16 under her mother's tutelage. Renowned for the elegant combination of tradition, sensuality, and character, she gained international acclaim. At 18, she was cast in Carlos Saura's film "El Amor Brujo."
Her numerous accolades include the National Prize for Dance "Cultura Viva," Best Performer at the Khamoro Festival, and invitations to prestigious ballet festivals around the world. She has starred in productions fusing flamenco, classical, and contemporary dance and toured with the American production "Homenaje." For over a decade, she graced the stage of the world-famous Tablao Flamenco "Corral de la Morería" in Madrid while also co-directing her Suite Española, which has toured extensively worldwide.
Her numerous accolades include the National Prize for Dance "Cultura Viva," Best Performer at the Khamoro Festival, and invitations to prestigious ballet festivals around the world. She has starred in productions fusing flamenco, classical, and contemporary dance and toured with the American production "Homenaje." For over a decade, she graced the stage of the world-famous Tablao Flamenco "Corral de la Morería" in Madrid while also co-directing her Suite Española, which has toured extensively worldwide.
Ricardo Castro Romero
Ricardo began his training in Granada under his mother's guidance. He later moved to Madrid and joined Antonio Gades's company, performing in Carlos Saura's film "El Amor Brujo." His talent led him to the National Ballet of Spain.
For over ten years, he was the featured male artist at the world-famous Tablao Flamenco “Corral de la Morería” in Madrid, Spain, combined with a successful career in his own company. Ricardo co-founded Suite Espanola, dedicated to preserving Spanish dance heritage. He has received numerous accolades, including Spain's National Dance Award and the Khamoro Festival Medal.
He has choreographed works like “Carmen,” "Eterno," and "Bolero" and performed in renowned theatres worldwide. His work spans various styles, from classical Spanish dance and flamenco to contemporary fusion.
For over ten years, he was the featured male artist at the world-famous Tablao Flamenco “Corral de la Morería” in Madrid, Spain, combined with a successful career in his own company. Ricardo co-founded Suite Espanola, dedicated to preserving Spanish dance heritage. He has received numerous accolades, including Spain's National Dance Award and the Khamoro Festival Medal.
He has choreographed works like “Carmen,” "Eterno," and "Bolero" and performed in renowned theatres worldwide. His work spans various styles, from classical Spanish dance and flamenco to contemporary fusion.
José Castro Romero
Born into a family of artists from Granada, Spain, José received his earliest dance training with his mother, Rosario Romero. He made his professional debut as a soloist at the Teatro Isabel La Católica in Granada. His talent and stage presence brought him recognition
in local festivals. He also appeared in films like "El Amor Brujo" and "Don Juan mi Querido Fantasma."
José pursued a parallel career as a model for renowned fashion houses like Jean Paul Gaultier and Moschino.
Since 1994, he has been a soloist with Compañía Suite Española, performing in prestigious world stages. He has received numerous awards, including the National Prize for Dance "Cultura Viva."
José has worked with renowned flamenco artists like La Chunga and has been a principal dancer at the Tablao Flamenco "Corral de la Morería." He has also performed with international stars like Montserrat Caballé and Plácido Domingo.
in local festivals. He also appeared in films like "El Amor Brujo" and "Don Juan mi Querido Fantasma."
José pursued a parallel career as a model for renowned fashion houses like Jean Paul Gaul tier and Moschino.
Since 1994, he has been a soloist with Compañía Suite Española, performing in prestigious world stages. He has received numerous awards, including the National Prize for Dance "Cultura Viva."
José has worked with renowned flamenco artists like La Chunga and has been a principal dancer at the Tablao Flamenco "Corral de la Morería." He has also performed with international stars like Montserrat Caballé and Plácido Domingo.