The Flamenco Nutcracker features guest dancer from Spain, Manuel Gutierrez (dance, choreography), Studio K Flamenco Artistic Director Kerensa DeMars (dance, choreography, artistic direction) and the Studio K Company Dancers with music by two Wisconsin Conservatory of Music faculty: Guitar Chair Marija Temo (guitar, vocals, musical direction) and pianist Heinzel Kunsmann joined by percussionist Andy Miller, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee faculty, and music director of the dance department.Celebrate the season with an unforgettable evening at this family friendly performance.
The Flamenco Nutcracker returns this December! Join us for a magical holiday event filled with the beauty and passion of Flamenco dance. Follow the clicking castanets of the Sugar Plum Fairy as she leads us into an enchanted winter wonderland. Guest dancer Manuel Gutierrez dazzles with his powerful footwork and commanding stage presence. Award winning flamenco guitarist Marija Temo performs her original score live accompanied by percussionist Mitch Shiner and pianist Heinzel Kunsman. Celebrate the season with an unforgettable evening at this family friendly performance directed by Kerensa DeMars.
Performance date:
Sat., December 4th, 2021
2pm and 7pm Central
(Approximate run time 1 hour, no intermission.)