FLAMENCO FOR EVERYBODY

A little boy on a scooter asked, ‘Are you making a show? For everybody?’

““Raw emotion, breath-taking footwork, and masterful musicianship of the Flamenco For Everybody troupe. An unforgettable theatrical experience. Powerful connection between the artists and the audience.””

— Western Riverina Arts

““The ensemble captured the true essence of flamenco — its passion, complexity, and vitality. Flamenco for Everybody was not just a concert; it was a celebration of connection, culture, and expression.””

— The Cobar Weekly

SHOW SYNOPSIS

Organically grown during Covid-19 lockdowns, Annalouise was determined to dance. She found a community hall with a veranda to practice on for the entire eleven months. When the second lockdown happened she went to the local wharf. Joggers, boaties, dogs and school children were intrigued and one little boy on a scooter who asked, ‘Are you making a show? For everybody?’

Flamenco for Everybody is an exhilarating theatrical experience that opens with Annalouise’s story and unfolds into a full live concert of languid Flamenco guitar, Spanish songs, poetry, high-energy percussion, contemporary-flamenco dance and evocative sound design.

This Australian story is seamlessly woven, deeply emotional and energising. A brave show that shares its resilience with communities everywhere. It is the very spirit of this dance and music that uplifts and heals. You’ll love to listen but by the end, you’ll want to get up and dance!

CREATIVES

Artistic Direction | Annalouise Paul

Cast | Ana Otero, Annalouise Paul, Elena Salerno, Cristhian Valencia, Robert Varga

Technical Production | Access All Areas Audiovisual

Designers | Costume Simone Shagrin; Hair pieces Romana Toson; Sound Trevor Brown; Video Art Annalouise Paul.

PR Media | Sirmai Arts Marketing

CoProducer | Brigid O’Sullivan

Producer | Annalouise Paul Dance Theatre

Duration | 75 minutes

PARTNERS

We are super grateful for the support of Create NSW! In 2025 our partners are Auspicious Arts, Sirmai Arts Media, Western Riverina Arts, SouthWest Arts, Outback Arts. During the Covid years, we’d like to thank Destination NSW, Sydney Solstice, Eastside Sydney, Parramatta City Council, Dance Domain and the Australian Institute of Music. Flamenco for Everybody was first presented inside heritage-listed hall, The Drill at Rushcutters Bay supported by Woollahra Council and Critical Path.

What are Micro Tours? Being in a place longer deepens the engagement for the work and allows us to immerse in that place and really get to know our audiences. It’s a sustainable model innovated by Annalouise Paul Dance Theatre. Sensibly managing Australia’s long distances whilst supporting the creatives and partners alike.