Tag: spanish dance

History Quiz: Antonio Gades

1.    Through what societal group did Gades find his calling in flamenco? 2.    Name the choreographer who discovered Gades at age 16 and gave him his stage name. 3.    What did Gades and the choreographer mentioned above contribute to Spanish dance? 4.    Who provided Gades with his virile technique? 5.    Why did Gades think that […]

Antonio Gades: Legendary Spanish Dancer and Unforgettable Artist

Antonio Gades (1936–2004) never imagined that he would become a professional dancer, let alone one immortalized in groundbreaking films. But with the grace and agility of a skilled matador, noted for his still hips and tight pirouettes, Gades was not destined for anonymity. In a career that spanned a half-century, he earned more dance awards […]

Dance Teacher Award Honoree Yvonne Gutierrez: Force of Empowerment and Connection Through Spanish Dance

Yvonne Gutierrez, heralded flamenco, salsa and Spanish dance artist and educator, has built her reputation as an ambassador for creative connection in the arts. With her dedication to bringing tradition forward while fostering standards of inclusion and outreach, she continues to raise the bar for dance education. Gutierrez, a New York native based in the […]