Yjastros: The American Flamenco Repertory Company Presents
The Spanish Room NOW
Step into a room transformed.
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A kaleidoscope of scenes between the familiar, the visceral, and the imagined.
Step into The Spanish Room NOW with Yjastros: The American Flamenco Repertory Company as they inhabit a kaleidoscope of scenes that shift between the familiar, the visceral, and the imagined.
A birthday party. Beneath the surface of the celebration, something visceral pulsates. Amid intoxication and sensual encounters, the Matador slips into a dreamlike vision. A mysterious figure, half woman and half bull, emerges from the armoire and beckons him into a labyrinth of rooms.
Guided by the Toro, the Matador explores the inner world of his desires and fears, encountering visions of beauty and opulence, as sacred and profane symbols lure him into the hidden chambers of his own heart. Confronted with a sacrifice, El Matador faces a process of death and rebirth.
The doors are open. Will you step inside?
A birthday party. Beneath the surface of the celebration, something visceral pulsates. Amid intoxication and sensual encounters, the Matador slips into a dreamlike vision. A mysterious figure, half woman and half bull, emerges from the armoire and beckons him into a labyrinth of rooms.
Guided by the Toro, the Matador explores the inner world of his desires and fears, encountering visions of beauty and opulence, as sacred and profane symbols lure him into the hidden chambers of his own heart. Confronted with a sacrifice, El Matador faces a process of death and rebirth.
The doors are open. Will you step inside?
Content Advisory: The Spanish Room NOW contains some mature content, including depictions of alcohol and nicotine product use, and a scene with intimate themes. Audience discretion is advised.
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Performances & Tickets
Fri, Nov 13 · 7:30pm
Rio Grande Theatre
Las Cruces, NM
Fri, Nov 20 · 7:30pm
Taos Center for the Arts
Taos, NM
Sat, Nov 21 · 1:00pm
Taos Center for the Arts
Taos, NM
Tue, Dec 1 · 7:30pm
Lensic Performing Arts Center
Santa Fe, NM








The Company
Yjastros: The American Flamenco Repertory Company is a professional ensemble based in Albuquerque, New Mexico, founded in 1999 under the artistic direction of Joaquin Encinias. Named for hijastro ("stepchild"), Yjastros reflects a flamenco lineage that is deeply connected to tradition while distinct in its American Southwest context.
Joaquín Encinias
Founder, Artistic Director | 1999
Isabella Alderete
Corps | 2024
Noelle Encinias
Soloist | 2011
Mario Febres
Coming Soon
Vicente Griego
Cantaor | 1999
Andrea Lozano
Senior Corps | 2018
Kayla Lyall
Principal | 2003

Olivia Marín
Corps | 2016
Carlos Menchaca
Principal | 2006
Isabella Nuanez
Corps | 2024
Elena Osuna
Soloist | 1999
Gretchen Williams
Coming Soon
Guest Artists
Fernando Soto "El Quillo"
Guitarist
Armando Tovar Rubio
Bailaor
Colten Jose Hernandez
Student Apprentice
Creative Team
Joaquín Encinias
Artistic Director