Six dancers in costume on stage raise their arms in unison

Tuesday, November 22, 2022

Ensemble Español Spanish Dance Theatre, in residence at Northeastern Illinois University, will present its critically acclaimed Holiday Concert at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 17. The performance will take place in the Auditorium on the University’s Main Campus, 3701 W. Bryn Mawr Ave. in Chicago.

The concert will feature two world premieres by company dancers, Abigail Mosquera in the flamenco Solea por Bulerías drama style “Por Barrio” and Jonathan Pacheco in the neo-classical “Florecer.” The concert will also feature audience favorites: Dame Libby Komaiko’s flamenco “Zapateado” and Irma Suarez Ruiz’s “Madrileño” and “El Baile de Luis Alonso.”

The concert will feature two world premieres by company dancers Abigail Mosquera in the flamenco Solea por Bulerias drama style “Por Barrio” and Jonathan Pacheco in the neoclassical “Florecer.” The concert will also feature audience favorites including Dame Libby Komaiko’s flamenco “Zapateado” and Irma Suarez Ruiz’s “Madrileño” and “El Baile de Luis Alonso.”

The full Ensemble Español company, youth company and guest artists will perform during this 90-minute holiday spectacular showcasing dances, music and songs of Spain. This is the 47th season the company will perform this family favorite program. 

Tickets for NEIU faculty, staff, students and all seniors and children under 12 are $20. General admission is $25. Complimentary parking is available in Lot F