Biography
Roots
Sevillian artist who began his academic training at a very early age, specializing in classical dance , Spanish dance , regional dances , Bolero school, stylized dance and flamenco . Since he was little, in a local academy under the guidance of Isabel Mª Negrete, he linked his education with exams at the Seville Conservatory , simultaneously studying music theory as a complementary subject.
As a teenager, he continued his training in renowned schools (Juan Morilla, Matilde Coral, El Minbre, La China) and numerous flamenco teachers.
First steps
His first stage experiences occurred in hotels, clubs and tablaos located in Italy, Germany, Mallorca and the Canary Islands , becoming familiar with performing before the public from the age of 15. A turning point in Felipe's career was participating in Mario Maya's company at the 10th Flamenco Biennial in Seville in the show "De Cádiz a Cuba", alongside now prominent artists.
Blooming
Approaching artistic maturity, he stands out in competitions, becoming a finalist in the Córdoba Flamenco Art Contest in 2001 and later selected as one of the eight best performers at the Seville Flamenco Biennial.
The following years were dedicated to teaching , acquiring vast experience as a dance instructor, teaching courses throughout Europe, America and Asia , a commitment that remains fundamental in his current projects, including forays into Japan, South Korea, Hong Kong , Germany and beyond.
Shows and news
In 2005, he premiered the flamenco show " Made in Spain " at the prestigious Tanzhaus NRW Festival in Düsseldorf, Germany, as a solo dancer alongside renowned artists such as Oscar Lago, Dani de Morón, David Palomar and Vicente Gelo. He maintains collaborations with these artists in subsequent projects.
He is a dancer dedicated to the guitar, he feels privileged to perform alongside acclaimed guitarists such as José Luis Rodríguez, Juan Ramón Caro and Michele Iaccarino, among others, enriching his dance expression. Throughout his career, he remains faithful to iconic tablao venues such as El Arenal, Los Gallos and El Cordobés, fundamental to his artistic development.
Currently, he is an integral part of the ensemble of artists at the Museo del Baile (Cristina Hoyos), Tablao Flamenco La Cantaora and Casa de la Memoria de Al-Andalus , while actively engaging in creative projects that fuse her artistic vision with the essence of flamenco. . Continuing with his solo adventures, he premiered "Calle Sierpes" at the Salvador Távora space in Seville, followed by the creation of the show "Grafiti" presented at the Mont de Marsan Festival in France.
In 2015, he presented " A veces solo voces " alongside artists such as Juan Campallo, Jesús Corbacho and Javier Rivera, followed by the debut of " Anda " at the 2015 Jerez Festival, paying tribute to Oliver Farke, founder of a flamenco magazine.
His last performance, " Frequencies ", debuted in Rome, followed by choreographing the album " Deja Vu " by Alexis Lefevre and Michele Iaccarino. He continues to actively collaborate with Belén Maya while combining performances in tablaos, teaching courses and commitments with flamenco societies.
His solo show " Made in Spain ", premiering at the Art Center Hong Kong in 2023, remains in production, reflecting his continued dedication to artistic expression and innovation.
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