Flamenco is a passionate dance form that combines music, dance, and singing. This dance originated in the Andalusia region of Spain (southern Spain), with the town of Granada having a significant influence in its evolution. It is a rhythmic dance with footwork and body movements. The dance is supported by guitarist(s) and the vocal element of a soulful singer(s). Combined, the artform conveys the deep emotion heard in the music.
Flamenco Show at Cueva La Comino in Granada
Well, when in Granada, of course one must see a flamenco show! Especially if one didn’t see one when they were in Seville, which was our case. It’s more complicated than just deciding which Andalusian city you will watch flamenco in. We also had to decide which show in that city. And there are many to choose from. Lots of shows geared at tourists, and of course, those that even locals would attend. I decided I wanted to see a show in the Sacromonte neighborhood of Granada. It also needed to be authentic (not geared towards tourists) and inside a cave home. I’m not sure that combination exists. In the end, we watched flamenco at Cueva La Comino in Granada at the foot of the Alhambra. We walked past it on our way to purchase tickets at another show but ended up buying tickets here. It was only a five-minute walk from our apartment and the salesperson gave us a deal on the tickets for our kids (1/2 price).
The Venue at Cueva La Comino in Granada
I think another reason we were sold on this show was because of the venue. Gary asked if we could look inside and see the room the performance would take place in. They led us back into the room and it looked close enough to a cave house from Sacromonte, without the trek. It was clearly a very touristy location and show but I had the feeling we were going to end up in a touristy joint regardless. So, it was good to finally have show tickets in hand.
Photo Above: The venue at Cueva La Comino.
Photo Above: Our ticket for Cueva La Comino. While it did not have seat numbers on the ticket, we were assigned seats when entering the venue for the show.
Eating and drinking at the Flamenco Show
Our tickets, even the kids’ tickets, included one free drink. They offered a long list of drink options. Gary and I had wine, and the kids had soda. There wasn’t much space inside the venue. You had to order your drinks and food and bring them to your seat. And the venue offered these nifty, but dangerous, drink stands. Dangerous for the drinks that is. There were a couple close calls in the room, as it is easy to knock it over, or to set a skinny glass or bottle in the holder and have it go right through, to the floor. Oops! Our oldest daughter (22) tried a couple of times to order us some food as Gary and I were pretty much trapped in the back row for the whole time. However, she was unsuccessful in getting us anything to eat. To this day, I am not really sure what the problem was. Apparently, it must’ve been really complicated (for her).
The performers at the flamenco show in Granada
The show had two dancers, a guitarist who showed up after the show had already begun, and a singer. Neither of the dancers were what I thought we would be watching. The female dancer did not wear a colorful, polka dotted ruffled flamenco dress. And she danced a third of the show. The male dancer, danced the remainder of the time. I was a bit bummed in the moment by the lack of traditional costume, but the dancers could dance. Especially the male dancer; he was really good. The singer was excellent. He had the voice that made the show. And when the guitarist arrived, the whole show kicked up a notch. I am going to say the guitarist was ‘old school, legit’, but this was my first flamenco show so what do I really know?
Recommending a flamenco show in Granada
The show made for a fun evening. It was entertaining and very family friendly. The staff supporting the show were kind. The price was comparable to everywhere else we came across. The location was great, for where we were staying, below the Alhambra. The dancers knew how to flamenco. The venue was small and intimate. Every seat in the house was a good seat. It was worth our time and money. The next time we see a flamenco show, we will have something to compare that one to. In the meantime, I would say that if you are in Granada, and you want to get a taste of flamenco, this show is a great option. We did see a flamenco dancer dance with royal Andalusian horses in Cordoba, and she wore the traditional ruffled flamenco dress the next night. I highly recommend the Passion and Spirit of the Andalusian Horse show if you also visit Cordoba (just don’t pet the horses, they bite)!
Video from the flamenco show in Granada
FAQs
1. Does the Cueva Flamenca La Comino Tablao show have a website?
Yes, check it out here: Cueva Flamenca La Comino – Tablao en Granada, a los pies de la Alhambra
2. What are the days and hours of the Cueva Flamenca La Comino Tablao show?
Usually there are three shows offered each evening. The times are 6:30pm, 8pm, and 930pm.
3. How much does the Cueva Flamenca La Comino Tablao show cost?
25 EUR for adults | 12.50EUR for kids (as of January 2024)
4. What food is available at the show?
The website shows a menu here: Snacks – Cueva Flamenca La Comino.
5. How long is the Cueva Flamenca La Comino show?
Just over an hour long.
6. Can you purchase tickets in advance?
Yes, you can purchase your tickets in advance, including discounted children tickets, using the link shared in Question 1 above.
7. Can I see in advance, who is performing which nights?
Yes. See the schedule here: Programación – Cueva Flamenca La Comino
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Have you watched flamenco in Granada? If so, what were your thoughts and where do you recommend people go?
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