The Sevillanas festival in Nîmes celebrates its 12th anniversary with acoustic performances, dance competitions, and a flamenco fashion show.
Sevillanas festival marks 12th anniversary
The Sevillanas festival in Nîmes is celebrating its twelfth anniversary with an expanded lineup of events and a stronger focus on acoustic performances. The festival, organized by the O Flamenco association, which is approaching its sixteenth year, runs from November 26 to December 5.Traditional dance central to festival
The festival highlights the Sevillanas, a traditional dance that uses gestures and eye contact, often for flirting. It includes dance competitions, live performances, and workshops, offering a range of activities for attendees of all ages and skill levels.Acoustic performances emphasized
The festival's organizer, Roé, emphasizes the importance of acoustic music, especially at the Paloma venue, where performances will be held without pre-recorded accompaniments. This approach contrasts with some groups that use pre-recorded tracks, which Roé considers less authentic.Expanded dance competition
The dance competition on November 27 at the Milonga del Angel has expanded from two to four categories, including children, teenagers, beginner adults, and experienced adults. This change aims to make the event more inclusive and accessible to a broader audience.Los del Guadalquivir performs acoustically
Los del Guadalquivir, a historical and innovative group known for symphonic experiments, will perform acoustically this year with two dry guitars and four musicians. This performance represents a return to traditional methods of musical expression.Flamenco fashion show and other events
Carmencika, a former competition winner and shop creator, will host a flamenco fashion show as part of the festival. Other events include a tortilla competition with a first prize of 100 euros and an Andalusian meal.Workshops and performances
Workshops will be available for guitar and Sevillana singing, open to all levels. Practical information includes free entry for the opening event on November 26 at Pablo Romero's, with a dance party animated by DJ Solène.Ticket prices and additional events
The dance and competition on November 27 at the Milonga del Angel costs 10 €, and Los del Guadalquivir's evening on November 28 at Paloma has ticket prices ranging from 19 € to 22 €. Le Syndrome de Séville on December 3 at the Nicole Bousquet workshop costs 10 €, with additional events on December 4 and 5, including a free entry day at the Prolé venue. Information can be obtained via phone at 06 62 89 78 43 or contact@oflamenco.com.
