In Madrid city is possible to find the best Flamenco Tablaos in all Spain. It is a nice combination to play golf in Madrid and have a dinner around of Flamenco Show in old town. Needless to move south of Spain to enjoy the music and flamenco dancing. Actually you can find an attractive offer of taverns with top dancers.
On this occasion, we move to Corral de la Moreria, which has received the Award for «Best Tablao Flamenco in the world» at the prestigious International Festival, Las Minas. They have also been selected in the book «1000 places to see before you die» No. 1 in the New York Times. In 2012 they received the City of Madrid Award issued by the city hall of the capital and also the 2013 Award of Excellence from Trip Advisor. Recently they have received the Award «Flamenco Hoy» granted by 70 flamenco critics from our country.
WORLD’S BEST TABLAO FLAMENCO IN MADRID
Opened by Manuel del rey in 1956, over the years, the flamenco show of the Corral de la Moreria has presented the best artists of this art, among which to be highlighted – Pastora Imperio, La Chunga, María Albaicin, El Güito, Mario Maya, Manuela Vargas, Lucero Tena, Isabel Pantoja, Antonio Gades and Blanca del Rey who is the current owner and artistic director.
Occupying a privileged location at the heart of Madrid, near the Royal Palace in the historic city center, the environment brings us back in time and places the visitors in a setting that is like the genuine tablaos from the origins of flamenco.
Considered as the Cathedral of Flamenco in Spain, it’s frequently visited by many of the leading figures passing through Madrid. In its 57 year history, the Corral has seen all kinds of national and international personalities such as Ava Gardner, Marlene Dietrich, Ingrid Bergman, Alain Delon, Jennifer Aniston and Nicole Kidman, among others.
BLANCA DEL REY
The Corral is actually taking by Blanca del Rey. A dancer from Cordoba and winner of the National Flamenco Award. With an early talent for dance, she can create impressive dance movement from just simple music. She has been named the representative of the Spanish Dance in the CEE at the request of Jacques Delors, holding a conference program for the countries of the European Union.
The Community of Madrid gave tribute to this great artist, one of the most important dancers and choreographers in the history of Flamenco.
NEW TIMES: A COMMITMENT TO DINING
The new-generation head of the Corral de la Moreria, the Del Rey brothers, Juan Manuel and Armando made a firm commitment to adapt to the changing times by ensuring that food became a main feature beside the show. Their goal was the this Tablao became a Premium Flamenco bar and a gourmet restaurant offering the very best in service.
In the last years, the flamenco show has become popular in so many countries around the world, having in Japan’s schools in Spain. Therefore, it is not uncommon to find a foreign public seeking this kind of show, not only to visit as also to try it.
Flamenco is pure feeling and if you have the opportunity to mix with the art of Spanish cuisine, the result is much better. You can accompany the show asking for a beer and getting carried away by the flavors of the tavern castizos.
In this culture the palms are a key element, so do not stop to feel the rhythm of the music, follow the sounds with your own palms telling compliments to the artists.
Whether you are from Spain or not, the flamenco show is an experience that anyone visiting Spain should experience. You should include a show night during your journey playing golf in Madrid City.
Feelings emerge, feet move alone and a voice shouting Olé!