Jesús Carmona

📍 Place of Birth: Barcelona
🇪🇸 Nationality: Spanish

Jesús Carmona is one of the most brilliant flamenco dancers on today’s scene. His impeccable technique, remarkable expressiveness, and ability to fuse various influences have made his artistry a global reference. Acclaimed by critics and audiences alike, he has conquered prestigious international stages and has received numerous awards throughout his career.

Training: A Path of Passion and Discipline

At just seven years old, Jesús Carmona began his training with La Macarena and El Niño de Morón. He later earned a degree in Spanish Dance and Flamenco from the Institute of Theatre and Dance in Barcelona, establishing himself as one of flamenco’s rising stars.

Throughout his career, he has complemented his training with studies in various dance disciplines and with renowned flamenco artists:

Classical Dance: Bárbara Kasprovich, Rodolfo Castellanos, Ion Garnica, Carmen Huguet, Ion Beitia.

Bolero School: César Casares, Pilar Cambra, Rosa Alba, Montse Lloret.

Contemporary Dance: Gilberto Ruiz-Lang, Elisenda Castells, Avelina Argüelles.

Flamenco: Sonia Poveda, Nacho Blanco, Antonio Canales, Eva Yerbabuena, Manuela Carrasco, among others.

Thanks to this diversity of influences, Carmona has developed refined technique and unique stage expressiveness.

Professional Career: From Barcelona to the World

Jesús Carmona has built an exceptional career, establishing himself as one of the most important figures in flamenco worldwide.

His Beginnings (1990s – 2007)

Made his professional debut at the age of 16 at Teatro Zorrilla, accompanied by the Orquestra del Liceu de Barcelona.

Joined renowned dance companies such as Nuevo Ballet Español, Carmen Cortés, Antonio Canales, and El Güito.

2006: Presented his first show, El Silencio de la Luna, receiving great acclaim.

2007: Joined the Spanish National Ballet, becoming a Principal Dancer just a year later.

His International Breakthrough (2010 – 2018)

2010: Launched his international career with tours in Asia, India, the Netherlands, France, and Italy.

2012: Released his show Cuna Negra y Blanca and won the prestigious Trofeo Desplante at the Festival Internacional del Cante de las Minas.

2015 – 2017: Premiered IMPETU’S, touring the USA, Chile, Argentina, Japan, and Europe.

2018: His performance in New York was highlighted by The New York Times, which described him as “A PHENOMENON OF THE FLAMENCO WORLD.”

2018 – 2019: Brought his shows to renowned venues such as the Dubai Opera and the Suzhou Arts Center.

Recent Projects and Tours (2018 – Present)

Since 2018, Jesús Carmona has continued to innovate and expand his presence worldwide.

2018: Premiered AMATØR at Teatro Juan Bravo in Segovia.

2018 – 2019: Continued his IMPETU’S and AMATØR tours in Los Angeles, London, and Dubai.

Currently, he conducts masterclasses and workshops worldwide, further establishing himself as a leading figure in flamenco.

Festivals and Major Flamenco Stages

Jesús Carmona has starred in some of the world’s most important flamenco festivals:

Suma Flamenca (2013).

Festival Flamenco de La Villette.

Festival del Cante de las Minas.

Festival de Jerez.

Bienal de Sevilla.

Gala Flamenca at the Flamenco Festival in London, Miami, and New York (2017).

Tours in the UK, USA, France, Brazil, Italy, and Bulgaria (2018).

Awards and Recognitions

Throughout his outstanding career, Jesús Carmona has earned numerous awards and recognitions, attesting to his talent and dedication:
🥇 Best Outstanding Dancer Award – XX Spanish Dance and Flamenco Contest of Madrid (2011)
🥇 Trofeo Desplante – Festival Internacional del Cante de las Minas (2012)
🏆 Nominated for the Escenario Bailarín Award – Seville (2012)
🥈 Second Prize – National Flamenco Festival of Córdoba (2013)
🏅 Nominated for the MAX Awards – Best Principal Dancer (2014)
🏅 Three MAX Award nominations with 7 Balcones (2015)
🏆 LUKAS Awards in London – Best Dance Performer and IMPETU’S as Best Dance Production (2018)

Follow the Journey of Jesús Carmona

Jesús Carmona is much more than a flamenco dancer. He is an innovator, an ambassador of flamenco worldwide, and a benchmark in Spanish dance. His career, recognized by the most prestigious awards, is a testament to his talent, dedication, and passion. Over the years, he has worked tirelessly to perfect his art and bring it to new heights, earning recognition not only for his technical skill but also for his ability to convey deep emotion through every movement.

His art has transcended borders, captivating audiences across Europe, the Americas, Asia, and the Middle East.
He has masterfully fused flamenco with other disciplines, elevating the genre to new heights.
His name is already legendary in the world of flamenco dance.

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