Olga Pericet

Flamenco in New York: From Carmencita to Pericet

This presentation, held in front of Carmencita’s iconic portrait at the MET, examines the historical and artistic legacy of Carmen Dauset Moreno. Carmencita, an Almerían performer who arrived in New York in 1889, became a leading figure in American vaudeville, achieving extended success at Koster & Bial’s Concert Hall and drawing the attention of major cultural figures such as John S. Sargent. Her nationwide tours between 1889 and 1895 and her appearance in two kinetoscope films in 1894—making her the first woman filmed by Edison’s studio—established her as a foundational ambassador of Spanish dance in the United States.

Dancer Olga Pericet, known for her innovative artistry and deep command of Spanish dance and flamenco, engages with this legacy through a performance and conversation that connect contemporary practice with Carmencita’s pioneering influence. The event closes the 25th Flamenco Festival, an edition dedicated to artists who shaped flamenco’s evolution from New York. It offers a reflective tribute to two creators whose vision, expressive power, and cultural impact continue to resonate across time.

Co-presented with The Metropolitan Museum of Art and Instituto Cervantes