The month of September in Seville cannot be understood without the proliferation of events that anticipate an autumn full of plans, and the 24th Flamenco Biennial promises to kick them off in style. The city’s close ties to this genre have led to this ambitious festival being held every two years since 1980.
From September 9 to October 3, 2026, the city will become the epicenter of flamenco art with a historic edition celebrating the centenary of the “Generation of the 1920s” and Flamenco Opera.
Specifically, it will feature 72 performances and 22 world premieres in 11 iconic venues, highlighting the eagerly awaited reopening of the Lope de Vega Theater and the return of the Hotel Triana.
This historic Biennial, held after the summer, transcends the tradition of flamenco and is committed to emerging proposals and talents that will enrich the beginning of autumn in the city. Tickets are already on sale from Wednesday, February 11, at 10:00 a.m.
The highlights of the program
The 24th Flamenco Biennial will kick off on September 9 with the opening speech, whose speaker is still unknown. The grand premiere will take place on September 10, coinciding with the opening of the season at the Maestranza. The gala will be a display of mastery withJosé Mercé, Martirio, José de la Tomasa, La Tremendita, Arcángel, among others, together with the Andalusian Flamenco Ballet.
One of the most eagerly awaited returns is that ofSara Baras, who returns to Seville after 14 years with a show that promises to be legendary. On September 11, 12, and 13, the Cadiz-born artist will present her tribute to Andalusia entitled ‘Infinita’.
Throughout the biennial, there will be cycles dedicated to figures such as Pepe Marchena and the vindication of gypsy women in art.
Finally, exclusive events have been scheduled with artists of the stature of Aurora Vargas, Juana Amaya, Mayte Martín, and Esperanza Fernández.
Shows by venue
Maestranza Theater
MADRID, SPAIN – JANUARY 17: Spanish Flamenco singer Jose Merce performs on stage during the 16th “Jose Maria Forque” 2010 cinema awards at the Palacio de Congresos on January 17, 2011 in Madrid, Spain. (Photo by Carlos Alvarez/Getty Images)
- September 11, 12, and 13: Sara Baras – Infinita
- September 19: Cañizares & ROSS – Cañizares Sinfónico
- September 20: José Mercé – Toquen a rebato
- September 22: Manuel Liñán – Baila@r
- September 24: Esperanza Fernández, Duquende, J. Valencia, P. Torres and N. Reyes – A Canela y Clavo
- September 26: Israel Galván – Bolero de blanco y negro
- September 28: Farruquito – Serás Farruquito
- October 1: Marina Heredia & ROSS – ¡En libertad!
- October 3: Carmen Linares, M. Heredia, M. Terremoto, and R. Carrasco – Perlas a Millares (Closing)
Opening of the Lope de Vega Theater
- On September 12, Dorantes will inaugurate the renovated space with the world premiere of Fractal Arcano.
- September 17: Arcángel – La copla del cante
- September 18: Antonio Reyes – Six Strings, Six
- Sept. 21: Rafael Riqueni & Tim Ries – Tunisia
- September 25: Aurora Vargas and Juana Amaya – Hazme con los ojos señas
- Sept. 27: Various artists (R. de Utrera, M. de la Torre, etc.) – Fue tu querer
- September 29: David Coria – Babel. Torre Viva
- Sept. 30: Mayte Martín – Archaeology of the Pure
- October 2: Alfonso Losa – (New creation)
Central Theater
- September 11: Rosario La Tremendita – Less is More
- September 13: José Maya – Lejano
- September 15: Isabel Bayón – Epilogue of a Song…
- September 21: Olga Pericet – Perspective on a Sound Dance
- September 23: J. Tomás de la Molía and Águeda Saavedra – I dare you
- September 25: Andrés Marín – Desert
- September 27: Estévez & Paños y Cía – Maidens
- Sept. 29: Sara Jiménez y Cía – The Company
- October 2: Sandra Carrasco and David del Arahal – Poem of Freedom
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Alameda Theater
- Sept. 12: Ángeles Toledano – The Same Blood of the Body
- Sept. 14: Macarena López – Above All Things
- September 16: José del Tomate – Sonanta 3.0
- September 20: Gala of the Andalusian Circle of Young Flamenco Artists
- Sept. 22: Joselito Acedo – Patio
- Sept. 24: Ezequiel Benítez – Nobody Sees Me
- September 26: Pastora Galván – Tribusssh!
- September 28: Manuel Cuevas and Miguel de Triana – Por Vallejo
- October 1: Los Parrilla with Diego Carrasco and Carrete de Málaga – Herencia
- October 3: Capullo de Jerez and José de los Camarones – Flamingos Don’t Go to the Barber Shop
Espacio Turina
- September 11: Antonio Rey – Stories of a Flamenco Artist
- Sept. 12: Canito and Raúl Rodríguez – The string in the air
- September 13: José Fermín Fernández – Naked Guitar
- Sept. 18: Juan Requena – Requeneando
- September 19: María Marín – The Three Marys
- Sept. 20: Manuel de la Luz and Manuel Imán – Hands That Speak
- Sept. 25: Diego del Morao – More Morao
- Sept. 26: Juan Medina – Fleeting
- Sept. 27: Dani de Morón – Cuadro
Royal Alcázar
Another heritage site in Seville is the Royal Alcázar, which will be decked out in all its finery for the occasion in its Patio de la Montería courtyard to host magical evenings:
- September 14: Israel Fernández – De oro y marfil
- September 15: Rancapino Chico – Pizarra
- Sept. 16: Luis El Zambo, Dolores Agujetas, and others – Xerezanías
Hotel Triana
- Sept. 17: Remedios Amaya, Montse Cortés, and others – Gypsy Women
- September 18: Various artists – Uvitas negras (75th anniversary of Peña Pozo de las Penas)
- Sept. 19: El Boquerón, Carmen de la Jara and others – Andalusia Through Time
Church of San Luis de los Franceses
Once again, the spectacular Church of San Luis de los Franceses will host small-scale flamenco events, six matinees that will coincide with the Seville Early Music Festival.
- Sept. 12 and 13: Pedro el Granaíno and Daniel Oyarzábal – Pan de oro
- Sept. 19 and 20: Alejandro Hurtado and Enrique Solinís – Devenir de la guitarra
- September 26 and 27: Encarna Anillo and Miguel Rincón – Camino de Flores
Royal Artillery Factory
- September 13 and 14: Ana Morales – Rhapsody. Underground Fantasy
- September 22: Pablo Martín Caminero – Trilogy. Al toque
- September 23: Pablo Martín Caminero and María Moreno – Trilogy. To the dance
- September 24: Pablo Martín Caminero and David Carpio – Trilogy. To the singing
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September 11, 12, and 13: Tirititrán – (Children’s show for the whole family)
Why is this edition different?
Under the direction of Luis Ybarra, the Biennial seeks to connect the glorious past of the 1920s with the future of the genre. Historic spaces are being restored and the Royal Artillery Factory is being promoted as a cutting-edge venue, consolidating Seville not only as the host city, but also as a living part of the show.