Envisioned by Artistic Director Joaquin Encinias, Encuentros is the result of an American adaptation of the art form ‘encountering’ international culture and ideas brought forth by world renowned flamenco masters. Through the University of New Mexico’s permanent flamenco visiting line, Yjastros gained over 100 hours of training under famed international choreographers, Mercedes “La Winy” Amaya (Mexico), Concha Jareño (Spain) and Carmen “La Talegona” (Spain). This brilliant performance is…See More

Envisioned by Artistic Director Joaquin Encinias, Encuentros is the result of an American adaptation of the art form ‘encountering’ international culture and ideas brought forth by world renowned flamenco masters. Through the University of New Mexico’s permanent flamenco visiting line, Yjastros gained over 100 hours of training under famed international choreographers, Mercedes “La Winy” Amaya (Mexico), Concha Jareño (Spain) and Carmen “La Talegona” (Spain). This brilliant performance is…See More

Presented by the National Institute of Flamenco and the University of New Mexico’s Department of Theatre and Dance, Yjastros: The American Flamenco Repertory Company will preview the addition of four new choreographies to their expansive caché of works, as part of their 2012 spring season. This glimpse into the rigorous training and rehearsal process of a professional dance company offers audiences a unique behind-the-scenes look into what it takes to produce a full theatrical dance…See More