Planning a Spanish themed party blog

Bienvenido, I’m Lucia, a Flamenco dancer based in London performing at parties and events. Welcome to my blog sharing tips and ideas for Spanish themed birthdays, weddings, anniversaries, dinner parties, restaurant nights and more. Scroll down for ideas for what to wear, how to get started planning and tips by type of event. I would love to hear from you, if you have any questions or would like to book my Flamenco dance show for your party.

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For now, I hope you enjoy exploring this blog and that you find it helpful.

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Lucia, the London Flamenco dancer

What to wear for a Spanish theme party

Have you been invited to a Spanish theme party or are you hosting one yourself? Throwing a Spanish fiesta is a great way to celebrate the best things in life: family and friendship, health, wealth…

Throwing a Spanish themed summer party in 6 simple steps

Now’s the perfect time to plan a party to look forward to in the summer, especially if you have a big birthday or wedding coming up or if you’re in charge of planning your community…

Spanish entertainment for restaurants and bars

Hello and welcome to my page. I’m Lucia, a Flamenco dancer based in London. I love helping Spanish restaurants and bars create a highlight and out of the ordinary experience for their guests. My show…

How to throw a Spanish theme party in 8 steps

Hello, I’m Lucia, a Flamenco dancer performing at private and corporate events in London, the UK and beyond. In my 10+ years’ experience of performing at Spanish theme parties I have learnt lots about throwing…

Spanish theme New Year’s Eve party 2021

Are you looking for fiery and exciting Spanish theme entertainment for your New Year’s Eve event? Flamenco dance show for New Year’s Eve 2021 My performances raise the roof with their beauty and energy. I…

Flamenco dancer for Spanish theme Christmas parties

It’s six months till Christmas today! 😱 Can you believe it? I know it feels too early to plan, but when news about Strictly Come Dancing’s new judge (!) were announced yesterday, I realised that…

Case study: Flamenco show for a retirement home

After a long and very difficult time, retirement homes can finally host real-life entertainment for their residents again. I was extremely excited to receive my first booking since the lockdowns from Lisa Marie at Moat…

Spanish theme dance party with Flamenco

Flamenco dance is graceful, empowering, fun and beautiful. I love sharing it with people of all ages and abilities. If you’re planning a Spanish theme party, I believe a Flamenco show can’t be missing. And…

Spanish entertainment for summer parties

Not long now until we can safely celebrate with friends and family again. If you love Spain and you’re not able to go there yourself just yet, I would love to help you bring Spain…

Flamenco dancer for hen dos and weddings

Flamenco embodies passion and emotions. It’s the perfect dance to celebrate lifelong love. Watching a show and having a go at dancing yourselves indulges all your senses, ensures that everyone feels excited and engaged and…

Flamenco dancer for retirement, care and nursing homes

Performing for the elderly and people with care needs is one of my favourite aspects of being a performer. It gives me joy and fills my heart. Throughout the pandemic all such entertainment has had…

Flamenco dancer for corporate events and parties

Hello, I’m Lucia, a Flamenco dancer bringing joy, fun and excitement to corporate and private parties. I believe in the power of dance to bring people together and make their souls sing. Thank you for…

Flamenco dancer for festivals and outdoor events

It may be this year or next, but we will be able to celebrate music, arts, culture, shared interests and being together again. And when it’s safe to do so, let’s remember how much we…

Spanish themed birthday party ideas

We will be able to celebrate off Zoom and in the real world again. I don’t know when exactly, but we will! And when we can, I encourage everyone who loves Spain and has been…

Spanish entertainment ideas for corporate events

I believe that corporate events and work parties should be professional and have the highest production values. They should also offer the opportunity for all employees to come together and celebrate the company’s success and…

Flamenco entertainment for Spanish pub nights

I love pub food! But I also know that many publicans like to put on special theme nights for their regular customers and to attract a new clientele, and a Spanish one is my favourite.…

Spanish theme hen party ideas: Flamenco show and learning to dance Flamenco

Flamenco is the embodiment of femininity and passion. A Spanish theme hen party is fun and extraordinary and gives you lots of opportunity to indulge all your senses, learn something new, look and feel beautiful…

Hosting a Spanish dinner party in 7 simple steps

A Spanish theme dinner party is easy to accomplish on any budget and will create a fun and memorable night for friends and family. I’m a Flamenco dancer and have performed at numerous celebrations. Here’s…

Flamenco dancer for New Year’s Eve 2020

Who else can’t wait for 2021? I’m hopeful that the New Year will bring a much-improved global health situation and that worldwide people will be able to enjoy celebrations together with friends and family again.…

Hosting a Spanish theme Zoom party

In the summer of 2020 I wrote a 10-part series about “Planning the perfect Spanish theme party”. I hope it helps you plan your parties when it’s safe to celebrate together again. In the meantime,…

Flamenco dancer for Spanish theme Christmas entertainment

Covid-safe entertainment for Christmas 2020 This year, we have learnt that our health and wellbeing are our most precious possessions. We need to nourish our physical and mental wellbeing, particularly now that the darker months…

Benefits of learning Flamenco dance at primary school – part 4: Emotions

Emotions In this 4-part series I explain the main benefits of learning Flamenco dance at primary school: training important physical skills, understanding the power of practice and ownership, negotiating team work and individual practice, and…

Benefits of learning Flamenco dance at primary school – part 3: team work & individuality

Team work and individual accomplishment In this 4-part series I explain the main benefits of learning Flamenco dance at primary school: training important physical skills, understanding the power of practice and ownership, negotiating team work…

Benefits of learning Flamenco dance at primary school – part 2: practise & ownership

Learning to take ownership In this 4-part series I explain the main benefits of learning Flamenco dance at primary school: training important physical skills, understanding the power of practice and ownership, negotiating team work and…

Benefits of learning Flamenco dance at primary school – part 1: physical skills

Training physical skills In this 4-part series I explain the main benefits of learning Flamenco dance at primary school: training important physical skills, understanding the power of practice and ownership, negotiating team work and individual…

Flamenco dancer for outdoor events

Flamenco comes from Andalusia in southern Spain where summers are always extremely hot. It’s the perfect dance style to evoke bright sunshine, holiday vibes and carefree abandon. It’s perfect for summer events in Britain, because…

How to start planning your Spanish party

Over the last few months I wrote a 10-part series about “Planning the perfect Spanish theme party”. It covers party planning, food, drink, entertainment, activities, music, decorations, invitations and favours, birthday parties and dance parties.…

Planning a Spanish theme dance party

Welcome to my 10-part series “Planning the perfect Spanish theme party”. I have covered party planning, food, drink, entertainment, activities, music, decorations, birthday parties, dance parties, and invitations and favours. This is part 10: Planning…

Throwing a Spanish theme birthday party

Welcome to my 10-part series “Planning the perfect Spanish theme party”. I’m covering party planning, food, drink, entertainment, activities, music, decorations, birthday parties, dance parties, and invitations and favours. This is part 9: Throwing a…

Spanish themed party invitations and favours

Welcome back to my 10-part series “Planning the perfect Spanish theme party”. I’m covering party planning, food, drink, entertainment, activities, music, decorations, birthday parties, dance parties, and invitations and favours. This is part 8: Spanish…

Decoration ideas for your Spanish theme party

Music ideas for your Spanish fiesta

Party activities for Spanish themed events

Entertainment for Spanish themed parties and events

Drinks for your Spanish theme event

Food for your Spanish theme party

Planning your Spanish fiesta

Welcome to my new 10-part series “Planning the perfect Spanish theme party”. I will cover party planning, food, drink, entertainment, activities, music, decorations, birthday parties, dance parties, and invitations and favours. This is part 1:…

Spanish entertainment for retirement, care and nursing homes

I performed at Arundel Park Lodge Care Home at the beginning of the year and loved and cherished every moment. What greater pleasure can there be than knowing and feeling you’re making a little positive…

Flamenco dancer for retirement, care and nursing homes

I love performing in retirement, care and nursing homes. It requires a different sensitivity and responsibility to my usual bookings, and I’m proud to offer special rates to help create engaging, professional entertainment on their…

Flamenco dancer for a corporate Christmas party

It’s time to celebrate this year’s, and this decade’s, achievements! If you have signed contracts with a Spanish partner or client, your away days took you to Spain, your newest employee or CEO is Spanish…

How to create a Spanish fiesta in England… in winter…

At this time of the year, I start getting enquiries for the grey months after Christmas and New Year’s Eve. I think it’s a splendid idea to have exciting and fun things to look forward…

How can we celebrate our wedding anniversary?

Did you spend your honeymoon in Spain? Have you been on holiday in Andalusia and fallen in love with Flamenco and Spanish culture? If you enjoy dance and want to celebrate your anniversary with friends…

Christmas party ideas for work: Flamenco

A Spanish theme party is festive and celebratory. It can be realised as simply or lavishly as you like, and everyone can get involved. It’s the perfect party theme for a corporate Christmas party. Sort…

Flamenco dancer for a hen party

Earlier this year I performed at a hen party in Birmingham. It was one of the most fun shows I had this year. Thank you so much for having me! The bride-to-be booked my Flamenco…

Case study: Flamenco show for a 70th birthday party

Jan loves Spain and so do many of her friends. When I arrived at the venue, I was impressed by the decorations. Her family had come in earlier to decorate with red and gold garlands…

Learn Flamenco at your party

A successful party is one where all the guests dance the night away together. Sometimes you just need a little encouragement and the permission to live your best life on the dancefloor. That’s what I’m…

Christmas party icebreakers with Flamenco

Everybody likes to let their hair down, relax and have a good time. The question at a work event is, how do you know if and when you’ve got permission to shake off corporate formality. Often…

Host a Spanish night in your pub

A Spanish theme night is a great idea for a special event at your pub or restaurant, because it’s fun and easy to accomplish while making a big impact. Your customers will enjoy it with…

Flamenco dancer for a corporate event

One of my summer shows this year was for a corporate update. The company had won a Spanish client recently, hence the Spanish theme. What a great idea! Read on for my tips on how…

Birthday entertainment ideas: Flamenco

This summer has been the summer of birthday parties for me! I’ve never had so many fun and wonderful birthday party bookings with a Spanish theme. Here are my top tips for throwing a Spanish…

How to throw a Spanish Theme Christmas Party

Go to sunny Spain for your Christmas party ☀️💃🏽 I love a good Christmas party. While a traditional party is timeless, to mix things up, why don’t you create a Spanish summer fiesta this year?…

Should I have a winter wedding ?

Things that can go wrong at a winter wedding What’s the worst that could happen at a winter wedding? I once attended a wedding in December and the weather forecast predicted a blizzard. Guests from…

How to do a conga line

One of my favourite parts of providing entertainment is staging the conga line! I LOVE it. There’s a secret art to knowing how to start a conga line and to finding the perfect moment for…

How to plan a work do

Have you been put in charge of planning a company party? Start with the decision for a theme.

A gift idea for special occasions

Giving entertainment as a present My favourite presents are experiences. With my partner, we have mostly given each other experiences for years now. A romantic dinner, going away together for a few days, theatre tickets…

How to repair your Spanish fan

Sometimes the little pin that holds your fan together falls off and renders the entire fan useless. My Flamenco teacher once told me about a very simple fix. When two of my fans broke at…

What to do for wedding entertainment

Congratulations on your engagement! Planning your wedding can be an exciting and fun time. With this blog post I hope to help you decide on your wedding entertainment by asking you some questions that will…

How to plan a Spanish Theme party

A Spanish Theme party is great all-year long. Why? It’s a fun and versatile theme that allows for lots of creativity It’s simple to execute It’s suitable for Christmas parties, summer garden parties and everything…

Flamenco for a party

If you love Spain, its food, music and dance, then a Spanish themed party is a great idea for your next big birthday. Food for a Spanish theme party There are catering companies out there…

What to do if it rains on the day of your party?

Last week I performed at the University of Essex’ European Street Party. The weather was dreadful, there’s simply no other way to describe it or to make it better. It kept changing from a light…

How much does entertainment cost?

Quality entertainment has its price. This post explains what goes into putting on an incredible performance for you.

Should I book with an agency or directly with an artist?

I get booked both directly by my clients and through agencies. I enjoy both very much and appreciate the work agencies do for us artists. My advice for clients is based on years of performing…

Flamenco entertainment for private and corporate Spanish themed events

I create Flamenco dance shows for birthday parties, weddings, anniversaries, corporate, charity and Spanish themed events.

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Flamenco entertainment for private and corporate Spanish themed events

I create Flamenco dance shows for birthday parties, weddings, anniversaries, corporate, charity and Spanish themed events.

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