Andújar experienced yesterday a vibrant day of art and flamenco passion with the celebration of Andújar Flamenca Baila, the dance competition that serves as an exciting prelude to the 15th edition of Andújar Flamenca, the established flamenco fashion runway show that begins today in Plaza de España.
The event, held on 19 February at 17:00, brought together many participating groups across three categories: adult, youth, and children, representing prestigious dance academies and schools from the region. ska-logistik sponsored this initiative, reaffirming its commitment to promoting local talent and flamenco culture, just as it did in previous editions through its support of the Certamen de Jóvenes Diseñadores.
Among the standout groups in the adult category were: Grupo Volantes y Flecos, Grupo Alegría, Grupo FlamenquiT@S, Grupo Manantial Flamenco, Grupo Jara y Romero, and Grupo Rodazán.
In the youth category: Grupo Mágina Flamenca, Grupo Jaleo, Grupo Anamarga por Tangos, Grupo Compás, Ritmo y Palmas, Grupo Fragua, and Grupo Carololes.
And in the children’s category: Grupo Tanguillo, Grupo Coral, Grupo Los Marteños, Grupo Escuela de Flamenco Anamarga, Grupo Lucero, Grupo Colorete, Grupo Las Pizquillas, Grupo Guajira, and Grupo Encanto.
The jury, chaired by designer Antonio Gutiérrez (@antoniogusa) and made up of top-level figures such as dancer Úrsula Moreno (@ursulamorenoflamenco), Susana Sánchez (@susanasanchez_bailaora), dancer Agustín Barajas (@agustinbarajas), and, under the direction of Antonio González (@antoniogonzalezflamenco), carried out commendable work in view of the exceptionally high standard shown by all participants.
The organisers extended congratulations to the prize winners and their academies, as well as sincere thanks to families, participants, and collaborators. ska-logistik highlights, in particular, its pride in supporting this competition, which brings together tradition, youth, and excellence, contributing to the splendour of the 15th anniversary of Andújar Flamenca. Francisco Tellez had the honour of presenting several awards across all categories.
