Applications are now open for the Flamenco Certamen USA 2026! Finalists are chosen to compete in THREE categories: Estudio, Tablao and Escenario. Up to five Finalists will be chosen in each category based on their ability to prepare and perform a solo accompanied by live music at the Leonard Nimoy Thalia Theater at Symphony Space (NYC) on Saturday, October 17, 2026. Leading up to the final performance, finalists in the Estudio and Tablao level participate in a week-long residency intensive at the Saratoga Performing Arts Center with live musicians, solo studio time, and daily sessions with mentors from the professional flamenco community.

At the final competition, finalists will be evaluated in their category on their performance by a panel of professional artists and awards will be presented at the end of the evening.

Applications are now open through June 29th, 2026 at 11:59 PM EST

The first event of its kind in the U.S., the Flamenco Certamen provides a spotlight for emerging talent and fosters the continued development and expansion of the flamenco art form. Participants showcase their work in performance and compete to win scholarships to study in Spain, among other prizes. The Flamenco Certamen supports rising flamenco artists in their ongoing evolution by providing one-on-one mentorship from international flamenco professionals, workshops, and exposure to a network of global flamenco artists.

Application avaialable here! 

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