ONE OF THE MOST RENOWNED ARTISTS IN THE WORLD
ONE OF THE MOST RENOWNED ARTISTS IN THE WORLD
"American-Born, Flamenco-Bred" - Los Angeles Times
Maria 'LA Chacha' Bermudez is a teacher, choreographer, and performer. During her three decade international career she has exposed audiences across the world to the unique style and sound of Jerez de la Frontera, Spain — recognized as the birthplace of Flamenco.
She is the artistic director of Flamenco! Santa Barbara and works in partnership with Timo Nunez Arte Flamenco, an inclusive, thriving dance studio in the heart of downtown Santa Barbara.
About MARIA BERMUDEZ
"And no matter who you are, if you can be open, you can get it. Because in flamenco, the heart is in the hand. Everybody’s onstage with their heart in their hand." - Maria Bermudez
Maria's outstanding and critically acclaimed performances have graced venues such as the Hollywood Bowl, Lope de Vega in Sevilla, Lincoln Center in New York, and the Walt Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles.