Carmen is a dynamic gypsy singer and dancer from Sevilla who specializes in the art of castanet-playing. She and her brother toured with José Greco for over 10 years under the name Los Salaos, and she acted with him in the film Ship of Fools. She is well-known for her distinctive alegrias and her mastery with the bata de cola (long-trained skirt)
What: Live flamenco music, singing, and dancing performances, featuring guest artist Carmen La Salao, direct from Seville, Spain.
When: September 13, 20, 27 and October 4, 2003
Time: First Show 8:30 p.m. / Second Show 11:00 p.m.
Where: At La Nacional, NY's oldest Spanish cultural institution located at 239 West 14th Street (Btw. 7th and 8th Avenues), NYC.
Phone: 917-880-9737
“Carmen Salao…electrified the atmosphere as much with her blazingly fast and clear footwork as with her personality… At its best, this was flamenco of the finest quality… the contrasting styles often proved as interesting as the performances themselves.
Karyn D. Collins
Asbury Park Press
Nov. 12, 2002