Compañía María Pagés

Artistic Directors: María Pagés and El Arbi El Harti

Contemporary Flamenco – Spain

María Pagés Company redefines flamenco on stage, merging tradition with a bold vision. Under the leadership of María Pagés and El Arbi El Harti, the company creates visually striking, emotionally resonant works that have toured major venues, from Sadler’s Wells to the Sydney Opera House.

Blending flamenco, poetry, music, and design, their performances transcend cultural borders. Signature works like Yo, Carmen and Una Oda al Tiempo have been presented worldwide, reinforcing the company’s reputation as a leader in contemporary flamenco.

Awarded the Spanish National Dance Prize and the UK Critics’ Circle Award, María Pagés brings a philosophical, socially conscious and feminist perspective to flamenco, exploring identity, emotion, and tradition.

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De Sheherazade

Premiered: May 2022 – Gran Teatre del Liceu (Barcelona) & Abu Dhabi Festival (UAE)

This flamenco ensemble explores femininity through solos and group choreography, with live music blending flamenco, classical and oriental influences.

Cast: María Pagés, 8 dancers, 2 singers & 5 musicians – Duration: 80 min – Touring available – Mid to large-scale venues

Paraíso de los Negros

Premiered: October 2022 – Teatros del Canal (Madrid, Spain)

Inspired by Lorca’s Poeta en Nueva York, this piece reflects humanity’s contradictions through flamenco movement and live music performed on stage.

Cast: María Pagés, 2 singers & 4 musicians – Duration: 80 min – Touring available – Mid to large-scale venues

Compañía María Pagés

De Sheherazade

Paraíso de los Negros

Other key works include Yo, Carmen and Una Oda al Tiempo.

Abu Dhabi - Heidelberg - Barcelona