16. Stuttgarter Flamenco Festival 2026

With "Muerta de Amor", Manuel Liñán's new dance production is finally coming to Stuttgart - a work that explores emotional landscapes and the subtleties of human relationships through the language of flamenco. This multi-faceted dance theater has already thrilled audiences on international stages. In this emotionally charged piece, Liñán explores the deep human need for closeness, connection and expression. Together with eleven outstanding artists, he unfolds a passionate, powerful and technically brilliant stage experience that will resonate for a long time. As one of the most important flamenco artists of our time, Manuel Liñán combines tradition and modernity with an unmistakable signature - innovative, courageous and full of artistic depth.

Direction and choreography: Manuel Liñán, Ernesto Artillo (directorial collaboration), José Maldonado (guest choreographer) Dance: Manuel Liñán, José Maldonado, Alberto Selles, Juan Tomás de la Molía, Miguel Heredia, José Ángel Capel, David Acero, Ángel Reyes Vocals: Juan de la Maria Music: Francisco Vinuesa (guitar and original music), Víctor Guadiana (instruments, surround sound and folklore), Javier Teruel (percussion and musical advice) Design and technology: Ernesto Artillo (costume design) Manuel Liñán, Ernesto Artillo and Gloria Montesinos (set design) Gloria Montesinos A.a.i. (lighting design) J.M. Pitkänen (lighting technology) Ángel Olalla (sound design) Production and management: Octavio Romero (machine and stage management) Inés García (production assistant and tour manager) Ana Carrasco (production, management and distribution) Other contributors: Mara Rey (guest artist) Iván Baba (spiritual advisor)