Compañía Nacional de Danza de España stands among the world’s most prestigious and innovative dance ensembles, celebrated internationally for the artistry, precision, and passion of its dancers and its creative team. Based in Madrid, the company has spent more than 45 years championing Spanish dance and culture on the global stage, building a reputation for excellence that few companies can match.
What sets Compañía Nacional de Danza apart is the breadth and ambition of its repertoire. The company moves fluidly between classical ballet, contemporary dance, and flamenco, refusing to be confined to a single tradition or aesthetic. This versatility has made it a vital creative home for some of dance’s most influential voices — from the visionary choreography of George Balanchine to the emotionally charged storytelling of Antony Tudor and the boundary-pushing work of Ray Barra. Through these partnerships, the company has helped shape the language of contemporary dance while remaining deeply rooted in Spanish artistic identity.
For decades, Compañía Nacional de Danza de España has been a driving force in bringing Spanish dance to stages around the world, and this performance offers a rare opportunity to experience that legacy firsthand.
The acclaimed Compañía Nacional de Danza de España make their Luckman debut with a mixed repertoire program of some of their most celebrated works:
Passengers Within
Joaquín De Luz, choreographer
Sad Case
Sol León and Paul Lightfoot, choreographers
White Darkness
Nacho Duato, choreographer
Compañía Nacional de Danza de España is supported, in part, by Spain’s Ministry of Culture and National Institute of Performing Arts and Music — the entity of the Spanish government responsible for the coordination, development, and promotion of theatre, dance, music, and cirque programs.
Event Photos: February 15, 2024
