How long has Suma Flamenca been held?

The festival was created by the Community of Madrid in 2006 and has since become a permanent fixture on Spain’s flamenco calendar.

Is Suma Flamenca always held in the same theatre?

No. Teatros del Canal is one of its main venues, but the programme is usually distributed among different spaces in Madrid city and other municipalities in the Community of Madrid.

What kind of shows are included in Suma Flamenca?

It depends on the edition. The programme usually includes flamenco singing recitals, guitar concerts, dance shows, stage productions, premieres and educational activities related to flamenco.

What is Suma Flamenca Joven?

It is a cycle linked to Suma Flamenca and dedicated to young performers. It gives space to flamenco singing, dance and instrumental performance and serves as a showcase for new generations of artists.

What is the Community of Madrid Flamenco Guitar Festival?

It is another extension linked to the Suma Flamenca project that puts the guitar at the centre of its programme through concerts and activities devoted to flamenco guitar and its major reference figures.

Does Suma Flamenca only programme traditional flamenco?

No. One of the festival’s defining features is its combination of rooted proposals with contemporary projects, new creations and artists exploring other stage languages through flamenco.

Is it held only in Madrid city?

No. Although much of the programme is concentrated in the capital, Suma Flamenca has a regional vocation and has programmed performances in different municipalities across the Community of Madrid.

When is the programme for each edition published?

Dates and programmes change every year. The organisers publish the specific information for each edition through their official channels. At Tablaos Flamencos, we prepare a separate guide once the programme is sufficiently defined to provide up-to-date dates, artists, venues and advice.

Is it worth combining Suma Flamenca with a tablao?

Yes. The festival offers specific productions and recitals in theatre settings, while a tablao provides a regular, intimate experience focused on the direct relationship between singing, dance and guitar. The two formats are complementary.

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Q: What is Suma Flamenca?

Suma Flamenca is the flamenco festival of the Community of Madrid. It brings together flamenco singing, dance and guitar performances, along with premieres, stage creation and cultural activities in different venues in Madrid and other municipalities across the region.

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Teatros del Canal in Madrid’s flamenco programme. Articles about the shows and events connected with these stages.

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