Experience the electrifying fusion of passion and rhythm as the world-renowned Siudy Garrido Flamenco Company, led by acclaimed dancer and choreographer Siudy Garrido, joins forces, once again, with Maestra Sebrina María Alfonso and South Florida Symphony Orchestra (SFSO) for the return of the critically acclaimed flamenco dance-theater production, Amor Brujo. The one-night-only event occurs on Saturday, June 15, at the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts.
The star-studded production also features notable screen actor and Broadway star George Akram. Akram gained recognition for his portrayal of Bernardo in the hit Broadway revival of West Side Story from 2008-2011, making history for being in the longest-running Broadway production of West Side Story and winning a GRAMMY for Best Musical Theater album. Also featured is Latin GRAMMY nominee Argentina López, and acclaimed flamenco virtuoso José Manuel Álvarez.
This evocative collaboration brings to life the passionate narrative of Candela, a grieving widow who finds new love amidst the presence of her husband’s ghost. Based on “El Amor Brujo” by Manuel de Falla, Amor Brujo bridges the beauty of flamenco artistry and classical music, setting the stage for a mesmerizing journey.
In 2015, Gustavo Dudamel and the LA Phil commissioned Amor Brujo, which opened to four sold-out performances at Walt Disney Concert Hall. In 2018, a sold-out performance with South Florida Symphony Orchestra occurred at Miami’s Arsht Center.
For the 2024 performances, Siudy Garrido has restaged Amor Brujo and will premiere a new section that features flamenco compositions by José Luis de la Paz, inspired by the lead characters of “El Amor Brujo.” In the new section, Maestro José Luis dela Paz’s arrangements for Spanish guitar explore flamenco styles such as “Seguirilla” and “Guajiras,” adding depth and richness to the performance.
“Amor Brujo has been a journey in itself. Bringing flamenco dance to Falla’s music, immersing myself in each character to tell the story through dance is very challenging as a choreographer and performer,” explains Garrido. “Every time we restage it, it’s a new opportunity to delve deeper into this fascinating story and Falla’s timeless music, which transports us to a distant Andalusia.”
Maestra Alfonso adds, “Flamenco is an artform that speaks to the soul and Siudy Garrido has the remarkable gift of bringing out the soul of Falla’s music through breathtakingly beautiful choreography and a truly innovative approach to elevating the culture and art of flamenco. We are simply thrilled to perform this captivating work, together again, and expect it to be even more spectacular and meaningful than ever.”
Tickets to Siudy Garrido Flamenco Company and South Florida Symphony Orchestra’s presentation of Amor Brujo at the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts, Knight Concert Hall start at $50 and are on sale now at ArshtCenter.org.
About Siudy Garrido Flamenco Company
Siudy Garrido, the Flamenco Company is the evolution of its predecessor dance company, founded in Caracas, Venezuela in 2000 and relocated to North Miami in 2015. Its mission is to nurture and embrace a contemporary vision of Flamenco art in America. The company is comprised of 6 flamenco ballet dancers and an ensemble of virtuoso musicians led by the artistic vision of dancer and choreographer, Siudy Garrido. The company’s repertoire features multidisciplinary collaborations with artists, dancers, musicians, designers, filmmakers, and composers including Gustavo Dudamel, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Juan Parrilla, Antonio Canales, Farruquito, George Akram, Master Percussionist Adolfo Herrera, Huascar Barradas, and Argentina Lopez, among others. It has been featured in world-class venues such as The Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles, Place Des Arts in Montreal, Forum Imperial in Acapulco, Mexico, and the Benedict Tent in Aspen, and the Adrienne Arsht Center in Miami, among others. Garrido is an award-winning choreographer, two-time Latin Grammy® and drama desk nominee, and is one of today’s most impressive beauties in the flamenco dance scene.
About South Florida Symphony Orchestra (SFSO)
Founded in 1997 in Key West by Music Director Maestra Sebrina María Alfonso, the now Wilton Manors-based South Florida Symphony Orchestra (SFSO) is celebrating its 26th season. SFSO is dedicated to providing enriching cultural music experiences to residents and visitors in Monroe, Miami-Dade and Broward Counties. Guided by the belief that music is pivotal to thriving communities, SFSO brings vibrancy and engagement with the arts via innovative programming and transformative educational initiatives. A pioneer in its commitment to symphonic music for underserved communities, its Symphony in the Schools program has touched the lives of 100,000 students since its inception in 1997. SFSO was recently named the first Partner in the Arts for The Parker by the Broward Center for the Performing Arts and has been recognized by the Broward County Cultural Division as a “Major Cultural Institution,” one of only a handful of organizations to be so honored. For a performance schedule and season tickets, visit SouthFloridaSymphony.org call (954) 522-8445 or email info@southfloridasymphony.org.
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