Flamenco Borealis
Borealis Flamenco Festival
April 14,16,17, 2022
The Borealis Flamenco Festival is a celebration of Flamenco Art in Saskatoon.
The festival boasts live shows, classes and workshops for everyone to enjoy.
Thanks to our supporters, sponsors and partners;
The Saskatchewan Arts Board
The Bassment
The Broadway Theatre
Dance Saskatchewan
CFCR
Qadar: A date with Fate
Flamenco music & dance theatre
The Broadway
April 16. 7PM
Qadar is a live flamenco music and dance theatre show presented by Flamenco Borealis and featuring Flamenco Borealis and guest artists. This production tells the story of one’s struggle with fate. Elaborate textures of world music and intricate choreographies woven in a rich tale, this work raises questions about the nature of destiny and fate. It explores the role of friendship in finding strength, purpose and control in life. Qadar is the headliner show of the 2022 Borealis Flamenco festival and it premiers at the Broadway Theatre on April 16, 2022.
The artists
Flamenco Borealis is an internationally recognized flamenco music and dance company based in Saskatoon.
Co-founders and artistic directors Lina Kazan and Daniel Regnier have worked in a variety of media. Their work has been supported by SK Arts and the Canada Council for the Arts. They continue to explore the vast possibilities of flamenco art. Proud to bring top level flamenco to Saskatchewan audiences, they are actively involved in the Saskatchewan arts scene through performances, teaching and collaborations. Their latest dance film Take My Hand was critically acclaimed in festivals around the world.
For this performance, Flamenco Borealis will be joined by guest artists including Celedonio Garrido (Vocals), Maria Regnier (Dance) and Nick Horlick (Percussion).
Volver - Flamenco live show
The Bassment
April 14. 8PM
Flamenco Borealis: Volver - 'To Return’ is a live show of Flamenco and Arabic music and song. After a long absence Flamenco Borealis is pleased to return to The Bassment stage with an evening of colourful melodies and enchanting rhythms. The program features Celedonio Garrido (flamenco vocals), Lina Kazan (Arabic Vocals), Daniel Regnier (piano, guitar and oud), and Nick Horlick (percussion). Join us for this cross-cultural musical voyage that promises to inspire.
Flamenco Dance Workshop
Free Tuition
April 17. 1PM to 2:30PM
Join Flamenco Borealis dancer Lina Kazan in this fun 1.5 hour of Flamenco dance workshop on the Sevillanas' dance. Sevillanas are danced in Spain during celebrations (fiestas or ferias). Beginners, all levels (9 years and older).
Flamenco Guitar Workshop
Free Tuition
April 17. 1PM to 2:30PM
Join Flamenco Borealis guitarist Daniel Regnier in this introductory workshop in Flamenco guitar. Guitar playing experience is assumed.
