Latest Blog Entry: "Madrid Flamenco Tablao Villa-Rosa"

Everyone knows MadridMan LOVES flamenco dance and music. So Friday night was special as it was my first visit to Madrid's Flamenco Tablao Villa-Rosa, located on the northwestern corner of the Plaza Santa Ana, the building's ground floor façade has beautifully hand-panted tiles (from 1915-1920) depicting different landmarks in Madrid and Andalucía, Spain.

I've witnessed flamenco dance in just about every tablao in Madrid so I consider myself a bit of a critic. I'm not an expert, mind you, but I can spot good flamenco dancing when I see it - and Friday night's performance did not disappoint. A "tablao" is the venue at which flamenco is typically witnessed - and Madrid has many. (Read on, McDuff...)

Saludos, MadridMan

looks pretty as flamenco does. And yes tablaos are nicer as the famous already are too touristic and take away the originality and spontanenous act of the dancers.I think

I am so glad you were able to go to Villa Rosa. As you know,MM, when I was in Madrid in June, I was able to go there too. I was pleasantly surprised at how good the show was and how beautiful the building is. I agree with you that the price is right for an abbreviated show and a drink. It is perfect when you want to experience Andalucía and Flamenco but you aren't going further south.

Thanks for the review MM and I enjoyed it. I just might do it next trip to Madrid.

Another "thank you" for the review. Enjoyed your perspective and info. Something I might take Mrs. 44 to see when next in Madrid.

Saludos,

44

Fantastic review MM!

I'm so glad something finally went into that beautiful building.I saw something going on last fall-lots of construction junk piled up outside! Kitty corner from this place across Plaza Santaa, next to the Roomate hotel and just off Huertas on c/Principe, there's a bar with wonderful tiles outside and it's closed-getting covered with graffiti.Hopefullyy that too will re-open soon.