The Jaleos Competition
The international flamenco dance competition in Jaleos Extremeños aims to highlight one of the most significant flamenco styles of Extremadura, thus celebrating the cultural identity of the region and strengthening its presence and recognition at an international level.
Jesús Ortega
Dancer and choreographer
Jaleos extremeños
Jaleos extremeños find their origin in the songs and dances interpreted at gypsy weddings.
Francisco Zambrano
Flamencologist.
Sponsors
Partners
5 reasons to compete
01.
Flamenco has been declared Intangible Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO, a form of recognition which includes Extremadura and its Jaleos
02.
Participating in this competition will allow you to connect with and celebrate the unique identity of Jaleos Extremeños, one of the most vibrant and significant variants of flamenco.
03.
This event offers an international platform to show your talent, gain recognition and stand out in the world of flamenco.
04.
The Jaleos competition already has the support of the greatest dance figures in Spain, who will be part of its jury.
05.
The Competition is the result an initiative by local institutions to bring more attention to Flamenco in Extremadura.
Competition Jury
Cristina Hoyos
Rubén Olmo
Patricia Guerrero
"La Lupi"
choreographer.
Juan Carlos Guajardo
Competition Prizes
FIRST PRIZE
9.000 €
Trophy
SECOND PRIZE
4.000 €
Diploma
THIRD PRIZE
2.000 €
Diploma
TIKTOK PRIZE
500 €
"A Patá por Jaleos"
TRAINING SCOLARSHIP
Two 2-week training scolarship at the prestigious National Ballet of Spain
TRAINING SCOLARSHIP
A 5-day training scolarship in the Hércules 2025 Flamenco Cycle
CONTRACT
TO WORK
A 3-day contract to work at the Tablao Flamenco Centro Cultural Madrid
Competition Phases
Opening of registration period
Contestants will submit videos online for the organization’s consideration.
Closing of the registration period
Registration must be done before midnight on October 27
Selection of semi-finalists
Those selected will be informed of their participation in the semifinals.
Semifinal
To take place in Teatro López de Ayala in Badajoz.
Grand Finale of the Competition
To take place in Teatro López de Ayala in Badajoz.
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Composition: Juan Manuel Moreno