This 'flamenco disco' attracts a much younger crowd than Al Andalús. Beautiful youths flaunt it freestyle before sevillanas prompt a free-for-all. The evening is for dancing,...

An indulgent evening's entertainment for those who like to play at being 19th-century aristocrats - and don't mind paying 21st-century prices. At least this self-styled...

An ideal place to soak up atmosphere, though performances are impromptu and only take place downstairs and after hours. Still, this in-the-know watering hole for professional...

This is a plush and somewhat pricey place to savour traditional or nuevo flamenco. Recent topliners have included Chaquetón, Remedios Amaya and Niña Pastori. A highly prized...

This is one of the foremost dance schools in Spain, and offers classes in classical and modern dance, as well as flamenco.

Bilingual dancer/choreographer Clara Ramona works internationally but has her danza española school in Madrid. She's a great teacher for all levels.

More serious and exacting than Las Carboneras, this long-standing tablao sports seemingly authentic Arab decor and an atmosphere to match. A relaxed mix of tourists, fans...

This grand centre of popular and traditional flamenco boasts a history of star performers and even starrier punters. Built on the site of a 17th-century theatre, it began life...

Cuarta Pared plays a crucial role in training and as a producer. The resident company produces excellent work, it hosts visiting productions, is a major dance venue and stages...

An expensive tourist trap that provides a pre-packaged thrill for the undemanding. The generic flamenco show (with live singers and guitarists on Tuesday and Wednesday)...

The 'Goat's Bleat' presents 15 to 20 companies a year, performing contemporary Spanish and international work and some dance. The indoor theatre seats 70, and popular open-air...

El Horno has a flamenco and sevillana leaning, but also covers African, jazz and capoeira as well as drama, at very reasonable prices.

The most famous flamenco school in the world celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2003 by opening at a new location (having been homeless for more than a year). It now sits (or...

This small but amiable bar in the centre of Madrid boasts a constant babble of flamenco aficionados and a roster of performers that alternate with spontaneous (and variable)...