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London’s annual Flamenco Festival returns in 2025 to mark its 20th anniversary with an expanded two-week celebration of flamenco dance and music.

Taking place from 27 May to 8 June, the festival runs across Sadler’s Wells Theatre, the Lilian Baylis Studio, and Sadler’s Wells East, as well as additional venues including King’s Place, the Jazz Cafe, and Acosta Dance Centre.

The festival’s landmark edition will feature an unprecedented lineup of world-class artists, including the UK premieres of new works by flamenco luminaries Sara Baras, Manuel Liñán, and Ballet Flamenco de Andalucía. The festival continues its mission of showcasing the evolution of flamenco, bridging tradition and innovation through dynamic performances and collaborations.

Headline Performances at Sadler’s Wells

One of the highlights of the festival is the UK premiere of Vuela (27 May – 1 June), a new production by Sara Baras, the Olivier Award-winning ‘queen of flamenco.’ This tribute to legendary guitarist Paco de Lucía will feature Baras alongside 12 musicians and dancers, blending breathtaking choreography with deep musicality.

Flamenco Festival favourite Manuel Liñán returns with Muerta de Amor (2 June), an electrifying performance embracing desire and fantasy, showcasing his signature subversive style. Meanwhile, Andalusian choreographer Mercedes Ruiz and guitarist Santiago Lara will present the UK premiere of Romancero del Baile Flamenco (3 June), offering an elegant and authentic flamenco experience.

Another festival highlight is Farruquito’s Con-Cierto Flamenco (4 June), where the celebrated dancer will share the stage with his son, El Moreno, in a performance celebrating their family’s rich flamenco heritage. The programme also includes Ballet Flamenco de Andalucía’s Pineda (6-7 June), a narrative flamenco ballet inspired by the tragic life of Mariana Pineda, directed by Granada-born artist Patricia Guerrero.

Expanding the Flamenco Experience

Flamenco Festival 2025 extends beyond Sadler’s Wells, with a range of performances and events across London.

At Sadler’s Wells East, the celebrated duo Estévez and Paños—joined by Alberto Sellés, Jorge Morera, and Manuel Montes—will present the UK premiere of Retablo experimental sobre el baile flamenco (8 June), a fusion of flamenco tradition and contemporary movement.

The Lilian Baylis Studio will showcase intimate and experimental works, including Paula Comitre, Florencia Oz, and Carmen Angulo’s First Work in Progress (31 May), which explores the theme of the feminine triad in mythology.

Flamenco vocalist Argentina will perform Flamenco by Cantaora (5 June), offering a deep dive into the roots of the genre, while Queralt Lahoz (5 June), Lela Soto (6 June), and Ángeles Toledano (6 June) will bring their own contemporary interpretations to the flamenco tradition.

Flamenco Beyond the Stage

The festival’s music programme at King’s Place, in partnership with the International Guitar Foundation (IGF), will spotlight flamenco guitar virtuosos. Alejandro Hurtado (29 May), Manuel Valencia (30 May), and Álvaro Martinete (8 June) will lead a series of performances blending tradition with modern expression.

At the Jazz Cafe, Grammy-winning ensemble Las Migas (31 May) and rising duo La Plazuela (7 June) will showcase the evolution of flamenco music, incorporating jazz, funk, and electronic influences.

The Acosta Dance Centre will host flamenco workshops featuring leading artists Manuel Liñán, Alberto Selles, Juan Tomás de la Molía, and José Agudo (31 May), offering audiences the opportunity to engage with flamenco on a deeper level.

Founded in 2001 and directed by Miguel Marín, the Flamenco Festival has grown into a global platform for the art form, attracting over 1.6 million attendees worldwide. Spanning 112 cities and 1,350 performances, it has cemented flamenco’s presence in venues like New York’s Carnegie Hall, Sydney Opera House, and London’s Sadler’s Wells.

Tickets are now on sale.

Listings Information – Flamenco Festival London 2025

Ballet Flamenco Sara Baras Vuela UK PREMIERE
Sadler’s Wells Theatre
Tuesday 27 May – Saturday 31 May, 7.30pm; Sunday 1 June, 3pm
Press night 27 May

Alejandro Hurtado and Inma Solomón Hurtado
Hall Two, King’s Place
29 May 7.30pm

Manuel Valencia and El Choro
Hall Two, King’s Place
Friday 30 May 7.30pm

Flamenco Workshops with Manuel Liñán, Alberto Selles, Juan Tomás de la Molía, and José Agudo
Acosta Dance Centre
Saturday 31 May 11am – 3.30pm

Paula Comitre, Florencia Oz y Carmen Angulo First Work in Progress / Reflexiones sobre las Parcas
Lilian Baylis Studio
Saturday 31 May, 6pm

Las Migas
Jazz Cafe
Saturday 31 May, Doors 7pm

Rosario La Tremendita Matancera
Lilian Baylis Studio
Saturday 31 May, 8.30pm

Compañía Manuel Liñan Muerta de Amor UK PREMIERE
Sadler’s Wells Theatre
Monday 2 June, 7.30pm

Compañía Mercedes Ruiz Romancero del Baile Flamenco UK PREMIERE
Sadler’s Wells Theatre
Tuesday 3 June, 7.30pm

Farruquito Con-Cierto Flamenco UK PREMIERE
Sadler’s Wells Theatre
Wednesday 4 June, 7.30pm

Argentina Flamenco by Cantaora
Lilian Baylis Studio
5 June, 6pm

Queralt Lahoz en acoústico
Lilian Baylis Studio
Thursday 5 June, 8.30pm

Ballet Flamenco de Andalucía Pineda: Romance popular en tres estampas UK PREMIERE
Sadler’s Wells Theatre
Friday 6 June – Saturday 7 June, 7.30pm; Saturday 7 June, 3pm

Lela Soto El fuego que llevo dentro
Lilian Baylis Studio
Friday 6 June, 6pm

Ángeles Toledano In Concert
Lilian Baylis Studio
Friday 6 June 8.30pm

La Plazuela
Jazz Cafe
Saturday 7 June, Doors 7pm

Álvaro Martinete with guest dancer Claudia La Debla
Hall Two, King’s Place
Friday 8 June 7.30pm

Estévez/Paños y compañía Retablo experimental sobre el baile flamenco UK PREMIERE
Sadler’s Wells East
Sunday 8 June, 7.30pm

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Main photo: Vuela - Sara Baras. Photo Sofia Wittert. Photo supplied by Sadler's Wells.

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