The Aula de Flamenco series once again became a space for reflection and memory with the conference “Gades and Hoyos from Another Perspective”, delivered by Tina Panadero. Through personal experiences, professional insights and little-known anecdotes, the talk offered a unique and intimate look at two of the most influential figures in the history of flamenco: Antonio Gades and Cristina Hoyos.
Tina Panadero, who worked closely with both artists, shared first-hand accounts that went beyond their public image, revealing the human, creative and demanding sides of their artistic journeys. Her testimony highlighted the discipline, vision and commitment that defined Gades and Hoyos, as well as their decisive role in the international recognition of flamenco as a contemporary stage art.
Antonio Gades emerged in the talk as a revolutionary figure who transformed flamenco dance through a powerful theatrical language, deeply rooted in tradition yet open to innovation. His work marked a turning point in the way flamenco was conceived and presented on major stages around the world.
Cristina Hoyos, meanwhile, was portrayed as an artist of extraordinary sensitivity and strength, whose career embodies elegance, rigor and authenticity. Her contribution to flamenco goes beyond performance, extending to education, preservation and dissemination of this art, particularly through initiatives such as the Flamenco Dance Museum.
The conference, held within an academic and cultural framework, invited the audience to reconsider the legacy of Gades and Hoyos from a more personal and reflective standpoint. It was not only a tribute to two legends of flamenco, but also a celebration of memory, transmission and the living heritage of an art form that continues to evolve through those who have shaped it.