Costume Sketches of the Ballet Flamenco de Andalucía
We invite you to explore the company's history through the figurines created for their shows, authentic works of design art from the last 30 years
Costume sketch for "La Leyenda" (2002) by Pedro MorenoOriginal Source: Centro de Investigación y Recursos de las Artes Escénicas de Andalucía (CIRAE)
What is a figurine?
A figurine is the initial sketch, an essential tool that allows a designer to quickly and effectively capture their ideas and visions for a fashion collection.
Costume sketch for "Picasso. Paisajes" (2001) by Pedro MorenoOriginal Source: Centro de Investigación y Recursos de las Artes Escénicas de Andalucía (CIRAE)
The figurines of the Ballet Flamenco de Andalucía, designed by renowned creators, are indispensable accomplices in narrating the stories of each piece, highlighting the uniqueness of each dancer. Let's get to know some of them.
Costume sketch for "Elegía andaluza" (1999) by Pedro MorenoOriginal Source: Centro de Investigación y Recursos de las Artes Escénicas de Andalucía (CIRAE)
"Elegía, homenaje a Antonio" (1999)
"Elegía andaluza" was a show conceived as a tribute to the dancer Antonio Ruiz Soler and the composer Joaquín Turina. The costume design was by Pedro Moreno.
Costume sketch for "Elegía andaluza" (1999) by Pedro MorenoOriginal Source: Centro de Investigación y Recursos de las Artes Escénicas de Andalucía (CIRAE)
The first part of its choreography, "Ritmos," is a piece that Turina wrote for Antonia Mercé "La Argentina," but it was never premiered. The director of the Andalusian Dance Company used the "Danzas fantásticas" of the composer from Seville to recreate the figure of the dancer.
Costume sketch for "Un ramito de locura" (1999) by May Canto (design), Curro Casillas (drawing)Original Source: Centro de Investigación y Recursos de las Artes Escénicas de Andalucía (CIRAE)
"Un ramito de locura" (1999)
"Un ramito de locura" is dedicated to love. It includes all the styles of flamenco: a granaína and a fandango, soleás por bulerías, martinetes, seguiriyas...
Costume sketch for "Un ramito de locura" (1999) by May Canto (design), Curro Casillas (drawing)Original Source: Centro de Investigación y Recursos de las Artes Escénicas de Andalucía (CIRAE)
A choreography dedicated to all loves—the possible and impossible, past and future—that anyone has had or will have. The costume design is by May Canto, with a drawing by Curro Cassillas.
Costume sketch for "Picasso. Paisajes" (2001) by Pedro MorenoOriginal Source: Centro de Investigación y Recursos de las Artes Escénicas de Andalucía (CIRAE)
"Picasso. Paisajes" (2001)
This work, created for the 50th anniversary of the Granada International Festival of Music and Dance, brought five National Award winners to the stage: José Antonio and María Giménez, and Cesc Gelabert for dance; José Nieto as the composer of the music for Paisaje negro, and the group Sax Ensemble, which performed that part live.
The renowned designer Pedro Moreno was in charge of bringing the characters to life through his exquisite costume designs.
Costume sketch for "La Leyenda" (2002) by Pedro MorenoOriginal Source: Centro de Investigación y Recursos de las Artes Escénicas de Andalucía (CIRAE)
"La Leyenda" (2002)
The show paid tribute to a dance legend, Carmen Amaya, exploring both her tangible side as a woman and dancer, as well as her immortal spirit that transcends time. The costume design was by the prestigious designer Pedro Moreno.
Costume sketch for "La Leyenda" (2002) by Pedro MorenoOriginal Source: Centro de Investigación y Recursos de las Artes Escénicas de Andalucía (CIRAE)
The ten choreographies of the show were created by José Antonio, the company's director, with music by José Antonio Rodríguez for eight of the pieces and Juan Requena for the remaining two.
Costume sketch for "Romancero gitano" (2006) by Pedro MorenoOriginal Source: Centro de Investigación y Recursos de las Artes Escénicas de Andalucía (CIRAE)
"Romancero gitano" (2006)
In "Romancero gitano," José Carlos Plaza adapted 10 of the 15 romances by the author from Granada, Federico García Lorca. The verses came to life through dance under the original choreography by Hoyos and the assistance of the lead dancer, El Junco.
Costume sketch for "Romancero gitano" (2006) by Pedro MorenoOriginal Source: Centro de Investigación y Recursos de las Artes Escénicas de Andalucía (CIRAE)
The costumes were once again by the renowned designer Pedro Moreno.
Costume sketch for "Metáfora" (2012) by Eduardo LealOriginal Source: Centro de Investigación y Recursos de las Artes Escénicas de Andalucía (CIRAE)
"Metáfora" (2012)
The show "Metáfora" features a constant and continuous dialogue between flamenco and other music and dances. Its director, Rubén Olmo, defined it as a vital universe. The costume design was by Eduardo Leal.
Costume sketch for "Imágenes" (2014) by Blanco y BelmonteOriginal Source: Centro de Investigación y Recursos de las Artes Escénicas de Andalucía (CIRAE)
"Imágenes. 20 años de Ballet Flamenco de Andalucía" (2014)
Under the direction of Rafaela Carrasco, the Ballet celebrated its 20th anniversary with a work that fused iconic moments from its repertoire. The costume design by Blanco & Belmonte completed this artistic proposal.
Costume sketch for "En la memoria del cante: 1922" (2014) by Blanco y BelmonteOriginal Source: Centro de Investigación y Recursos de las Artes Escénicas de Andalucía (CIRAE)
"En la memoria del cante: 1922" (2014)
Rafaela Carrasco establishes a dialogue between the present and the past, taking as a starting point the historic Cante Jondo Contest held in Granada in 1922, which was led by intellectuals such as Manuel de Falla, Zuloaga, and a young Federico García Lorca.
Her show is a contemporary look at an event that marked a before and after in flamenco, with costumes signed by Blanco & Belmonte.
Costume sketch for "Tierra-Lorca. Cancionero popular" (2016) by Blanco y BelmonteInstituto Andaluz del Flamenco
"Tierra-Lorca. Cancionero popular" (2016)
Under the direction of Rafaela Carrasco, this work, which pays tribute to the dancer Encarnación López 'La Argentinita' and the writer Federico García Lorca, features an original costume design by Blanco & Belmonte.
Figurines belonging to the collection of the Center for Research and Resources of the Performing Arts of Andalusia (CIRAE). Andalusian Agency of Cultural Institutions - Department of Culture and Sport - Regional Government of Andalusia.
Music: "Tierra bendita." Composer: Dani de Morón. We thank the composer for his generous contribution of this song.
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