flamenco Dancer
Jesús Carmona
Discover the biography of Jesús Carmona, one of the greatest representatives of flamenco in Barcelona. A global dance icon and a regular performer in top Barcelona flamenco tablaos, offering unforgettable traditional and contemporary flamenco shows.
Jesús Carmona (Barcelona, 1985) is one of the most influential and acclaimed artists in today’s flamenco scene, widely recognised as a leading figure of flamenco in Barcelona. He began his training at the age of seven and graduated in Spanish Dance and Flamenco from the Institut del Teatre de Barcelona . Throughout his career, he refined his artistry with masters such as Antonio Canales, Manolete, Güito, María Magdalena and Eva Yerbabuena.
In 2006, he joined the Spanish National Ballet, quickly rising to the position of Principal Dancer and later returning as a guest artist . His desire to explore his own artistic language led him to create his own company, with which he has premiered acclaimed productions including Cuna Negra y Blanca (2012), 7 Balcones (2013), Ímpetu’s (2015), Equilibrio (2017), Amatør (2018), The Game (2019), El Salto (2020), Baile de Bestias (2021)—winner of two Max Awards—Súper-viviente (2024) and Unidos (2025) .
Between 2023 and 2024, he served as Founding Artistic Director of the Ballet Español de la Comunidad de Madrid, further consolidating his reputation as a world-class creator and choreographer.
His frequent presence in leading Barcelona flamenco tablaos, such as Tablao Flamenco Cordobes, has made him a key reference for anyone seeking an authentic flamenco show in Barcelona. With a powerful and technically impeccable style, he captivates both local audiences and visitors looking to experience high-quality tablao flamenco Barcelona performances or enjoy flamenco with dinner in Barcelona in intimate, historic venues.