“The truest expression of a people is in its dance and in its music. Bodies never lie”
Agnes de Mille
Atlantic Flamenco has made a lasting impact on Atlantic Canada’s dance scene over the last 2 decades, bringing flamenco’s powerful spirit to audiences at multicultural festivals across the country.
Under the direction of Maria Osende, Atlantic Flamenco’s repertoire spans bold, contemporary works as well as pieces rooted in flamenco’s deep traditions. This versatility is supported by a flexible structure that accommodates everything from intimate performances to full-scale productions.
Blending dance, music, and narrative, Osende’s evolving creations reflect a unique artistic voice.
EXPORE OUR SHOWS
Explore our distinctive flamenco productions, from intimate venues to large theatres, touring across Atlantic Canada. From one-of-a-kind performances to adaptable small-format shows, our 2026 and 2026/27 season offers dynamic dance, live music, and cultural storytelling that engages audiences of all sizes.
For bookings, full show details, or to discuss touring options, please contact us.
BETWEEN SHORES
Between Shores explores the connections between Canada and Spain, tradition and innovation. This original flamenco production blends cultural influences from both Atlantic shores, reflecting flamenco’s evolution as a global art form.
Our latest work, premiered in spring 2025, Between Shores received an enthusiastic response for its flow, dynamic pacing, and ever-changing moods that kept audiences fully engaged. It is an excellent choice for presenters seeking a show that goes beyond traditional flamenco—bridging cultures while weaving in echoes of Nova Scotia’s Celtic roots.
Artistic Director & Concept: María Osende
Original Cast:
Dancers – María Osende, Gad de la Fuente, Karen Staples, Ellen Gibling
Musicians – Andy Webster, Ellen Gibling, Lisa Myers, Jaime Esponoza, Angélica Lagos
Technical Specifications:
This production requires a dedicated sound and lighting technician. For touring, the cast can be adapted to a small-format version with 2 dancers and 3 musicians (from the original 9-artist production).
For presenters interested in viewing the full performance, please contact us.
FLAMENCO PURO
FLAMENCO PURO
A powerful small-format flamenco production featuring two dancers and two musicians. Rooted in the most traditional format seen in Spain’s flamenco venues, the show opens with a duet, followed by 2–4 solos, dynamic musical interludes, and a rousing finale. With a flexible length (45–75 minutes, with optional intermission) and minimal technical requirements—basic sound, simple lighting, and 3–4 hours setup—Flamenco Puro delivers the raw intensity and artistry of flamenco to intimate theatres, taverns, and special events.
Cast to be confirmed based on show dates and tour availability. See except from a similar show with Maria Osende, Aurelie Brunelle, Quique Mado and singer
PASIONES DURMIENTES
“Excess on occasion is exhilarating. It prevents moderation from acquiring the deadening effect of habit.”- W. Somerset Maugham
Maria Osende – concept, dance, choreography
Joyce Saunders – vocals
Jaques Mindreau – violin, vocals
Length: 20 Minutes
FLAMENCO AND CLASSIC SPANISH DANCE FOR SYMPHONY ORCHESTRAS
Dances to Falla’s Fire dance, The Three Cornered Hat, Bizet’s Carmen and more works for orchestra featuring Spanish theme evenings. Contact us for details!
SUBLIME
A Dance and music fantasy
Passionate flamenco fuses with opera and blues for a never before seen production. Sublime is set to become a timeless classic with a modern flair. Inspired as the manifestation of a lucid dream you will go on a journey between beauty and passion; magic moments and the true essence of flamenco soul.
Cast: 4 dancers, 4 musicians
Concept, choreography, artistic direction – Maria Osende
Musical direction – Jose Vega
Photography – Michelle Doucette
Lighting – Robert Tracey
Costumes & Props – Rita Benz, Marcia Simmos, Ke Flamenka
FROM SPAIN WITH LOVE
In this thrilling dance-theatre production full of passion, humour and drama, real life and performance combine, taking the artists on stage to unexpected situations.
Cast: 2 dancers, 2-3 musicians
Requirements: video projection
“It was a stunning show and the film, with its informal remarks and candid photos of the performers as they worked or socialized, punctuated by lines from poet Federico Garcia Lorca’s Every Song sub-titled across the bottom of the screen. Lorca’s poem sums up the style, the heart, the meaning of flamenco as both passion and imitation of passion, “or not.” – The Halifax Chronicle Herald, Stephen Pedersen
The following festivals, theatres and presenters have presented our shows over the past decade.
| ANTIGONISH PERFORMING ARTS SERIES Antigonish, NS |
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| CHESTER PLAYHOUSE Chester, NS |
| DANSE/DANCE CAPITAL FESTIVAL Canadian Museum of Civilization Auditorium, Gatineau, QC |
| A COMPAS STUDIO Berlin, Germany |
| FESTIVAL DES TRADITIONES DU MONDE Sherbrooke, QC |
| FODAR Festival of Dance Annapolis royal, NS |
| FREDERICTON PLAYHOUSE Fredericton, NB |
| HALIFAX JAZZ FESTIVAL Halifax, NS |
| HARMONY BAZAAR FESTIVAL Lockeport, NS |
| IMPERIAL THEATRE, Saint John, NB |
| KING'S THEATRE Annapolis Royal, NS |
| MARIGOLD CULTURAL CENTRE Truro, NS |
| MOSAÏC MULTICULTURAL FESTIVAL Moncton, NB |
| NOVA MULTIFEST Halifax, NS |
| OSPREY ARTS CENTRE, Shelburne NS |
| PASSPORT TO UNITY MULTICULTURAL FESTIVAL Saulte Ste. Marie, ON |
| RIVERVIEW ARTS CENTRE Riverview, NB |
| SHIPS COMPANY THEATRE FESTIVAL Parrsboro, NS |
| SYMPHONY NOVA SCOTIA Rebecca Cohn Auditorium, Halifax, NS |
| TRICOUNTY MULTICULTURAL FESTIVAL Yarmouth, NS |
| VANCOUVER INTERNATIONAL FLAMENCO FESTIVAL, Vancouver, BC |