Higher Education
Passionate creativity that furthers dancers’ potential.
Master class at Kent State University
Guest Classes
Artistic Director Alice Blumenfeld has led dozens of masterclasses at Universities across the country, sharing her deep knowledge of flamenco through interactive classes. Students learn about flamenco’s cultural history, musical structures, and learn a short flamenco dance in a single master class.
Mendocino College Students
Residencies
Want to add something new to your company or school’s repertory? From traditional flamenco to experimental pieces, and even flamenco-inspired ballet, ABREPASO can set new work for your students. We have experience working with students of all levels and diverse backgrounds in Higher Education settings.
Lecture at TedX Fulbright
Lectures
Flamenco serves as a window into cultural and sociological studies. Lectures can be presented in English or Spanish and give students first-hand and interactive exposure to this global music and dance form. Artistic Director Alice Blumenfeld’s extensive research into flamenco and her experience lecturing in universities make her an indispensable addition to courses on Spain, world dance, Hispanic Studies, and more.
“Thank you SO very, very much for bringing your artistry to our students in the wonderful presentation and class. The students truly enjoyed participating and it was thrilling to see them so excited. I loved seeing their energy and the smiles on their faces and the many ‘ole’s!”
“That was a fantastic workshop today. Weaving in a taste of technique with personal excavation, all informed by tradition, cultural history, and flamenco as an agent of social change.”
Photo: Yevhen Gulenko
Artistic Director Alice Blumenfeld is currently an Assistant Lecturer at the University of Akron and formerly a Visiting Assistant Professor at Oberlin College. She has taught masterclasses at Universities across the country and has taught flamenco dance and history courses, along with various levels of contemporary dance and dance administration courses in higher education. She aims to give students the tools to succeed after college in the arts and helping them develop their unique, creative voices.