Live flamenco show at Tablao Flamenco Alma
One hour of dance, song and guitar with a drink, or with a tapas selection on top. Cancel free up to 24 hours before.
See sessions and seats ↗The art in a nutshell
Southern Spain's art, performed in the Balearics
An Andalusian art
UNESCO places flamenco's heartland in Andalusia and recognised it in 2010 as intangible heritage of humanity, crediting the Gitano community with an essential part in shaping it. A tablao is the small room where that art is performed for an audience.
A guest on the island
Mallorca has its own folk music, with local bagpipes and village dances that resemble Catalan traditions. Flamenco comes from the south. Tablao Flamenco Alma bills itself as the first flamenco tablao in Palma, which makes it a rare chance to hear the Andalusian tradition on the island.
An hour that changes
The venue describes the show as improvised, and its programme page lists a guitarist, a singer and one or two dancers for each run of about two weeks. Two evenings a fortnight apart can feel like two different shows.
Who it suits
Germany and the United Kingdom have long been Mallorca's two largest source markets, and the host speaks English, German and Spanish. The hour suits first-timers, couples and small groups who would rather watch closely than be entertained loudly.
What the hour is made of
Six things you will hear and see
Six elements of a tablao performance, in the words flamenco uses for them. The line-up changes by run, so this is the language of the art, not a running order.
- 1
Toque, the guitar
Guitarists are called tocaores. Between sung verses they play melodic passages called falsetas, and UNESCO says the guitar long ago outgrew its role as simple accompaniment.
- 2
Cante, the song
In UNESCO's definition, cante is the song itself, performed by a man or a woman, ideally seated and with no chorus behind. The Spanish words matter less than the voice.
- 3
Palmas, the handclaps
UNESCO lists hand-clapping and foot-stamping beside the castanets as part of the sound. Clapped patterns keep the group on the same twelve-beat or four-beat cycle.
- 4
Baile, the dance
UNESCO calls baile a dance of passion and courtship that spans feelings from sadness to joy. Wikipedia says flamenco puro dance often rests on structured improvisation.
- 5
Zapateado, the footwork
Flamenco shoes have small nails in the toe and heel, so each step is a percussive note. In a small room you hear the stage floor, not just the dancer.
- 6
Jaleo, the voices
Jaleo is the encouragement called out to performers, olé among it. Wikipedia says jaleos arose in Triana from festive performances.
Each run of performances has its own cast and its own improvised hour, so expect the elements above in a different order each time.
Flamenco, Palma and the way there
Flamenco, the cathedral and the road to the door
These photographs show flamenco on stage, the guitar and singing that carry it, and the Palma streets around the venue.
The room
The room, before you arrive
Six things worth knowing about the tablao, so the door holds no surprises.
- Where
- Avinguda de Portugal 5, on the ground floor, in central Palma. The venue describes it as close to the historic heart of the city.
- The stage
- A small stage close to the audience. The venue calls the setting intimate, and guests describe a small room.
- Length
- About an hour; the calendar on the booking page lists sessions for your date.
- Languages
- The host speaks Spanish, English and German. The singing is in Spanish.
- Dress
- The venue suggests smart clothes. A shirt or a dress is plenty.
- Access
- The venue and the booking page both say the tablao is wheelchair accessible.
Pick your ticket
Two tickets, one hour of flamenco
| Ticket | What you get | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Show and one drink | The one-hour show and a drink: sangria, beer, wine, cava or a soft drink | Watching closely, then dinner elsewhere |
| Show, tapas and a drink | The same show with a selection of Spanish tapas and a drink | Eating while you watch |
| Groups | The venue asks groups to check its terms before booking | Parties and celebrations |
Book the show
The Tablao Alma show on GetYourGuide
One show, two ways to take it: with a drink, or with a tapas selection and a drink. Pick a date to see the sessions and the fare for your party.
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Plan your evening
From booking to the last note
- 01
Pick the session first
The booking calendar shows the sessions open on each date, and the venue says capacity is limited. It flags one evening session as its most popular, so book that one early. Work back from your dinner plans.
- 02
Getting there
The tablao is on Avinguda de Portugal in central Palma. Palma airport is about 8 kilometres east of the city. The city bus company, EMT, publishes current routes and visitor tickets on its website, and a taxi is the simplest option late at night.
- 03
At the door
Show your confirmation, printed or on a phone or tablet. Guests may enter from an hour before the show begins, giving you time to sit down and order a drink.
- 04
What to wear
The venue suggests smart clothes. Comfortable shoes and a layer are fine, and bulky bags are best left at the hotel because the room is small.
- 05
Dinner plans
The tapas ticket gives you food during the show. If you book the drink ticket, plan dinner before or after. Tell the restaurant your show time when you book.
- 06
Before or after
The old town and the cathedral by the sea are the obvious companions for the evening. The guide to a Palma evening around the show sets out what is nearby and how Mallorca's own folk music differs.
Six guides
Read before you go
- Choosing and booking Tablao Flamenco Alma Palma: which ticket Show with a drink or with tapas, how to pick a session, booking direct or through GetYourGuide, and what happens at the door, checked on the venue's site. Open the guide →
- Getting there and the hour itself Flamenco in Palma: how the evening works Where the tablao is, how to reach it from the airport and your hotel, what to wear, which language to expect and how the hour feels once the guitar starts. Open the guide →
- The art behind the show What flamenco is: cante, baile, toque Song, dance and guitar as UNESCO describes them, where flamenco comes from, and how a tablao evening fits into a tradition that began in southern Spain. Open the guide →
- Reading the music Flamenco palos explained for visitors What a palo is, how the main families differ by rhythm and mood, and a few things to listen for during an hour of flamenco in a tablao. Open the guide →
- Watching well How to watch flamenco: jaleo and duende What the shouts from the stage mean, what duende is, why the footwork sounds the way it does, and the small courtesies that keep a quiet room quiet. Open the guide →
- Before and after the hour A Palma evening around a flamenco show What to see in Palma's old town around the show, how Mallorca's own folk music differs from flamenco, and how to fit one hour into a night out. Open the guide →
FAQ
What people ask about the hour
How long is the show?
About one hour. Sessions for your date are listed in the booking calendar, and guests may enter from an hour beforehand.
Is a drink included?
Yes. The ticket includes one drink: sangria, beer, wine, cava or a soft drink. The upgrade adds a selection of Spanish tapas.
Is it really the first tablao in Palma?
That is how the venue presents itself on its own website, as the first flamenco tablao in Palma de Mallorca.
Do I need Spanish for the evening?
No. The host speaks English, German and Spanish. Only the singing is in Spanish, and dance and guitar need no translation.
Is the show the same every night?
No. The venue calls the hour improvised, and the line-up of guitarist, singer and one or two dancers changes about every two weeks.
Is it wheelchair accessible?
Yes. The venue and the booking page both say the tablao is wheelchair accessible. Email the venue to arrange a good place.
What should I wear?
The venue suggests smart clothes. A shirt or a dress is plenty, and formal wear is not needed.
Can I cancel?
Yes. Cancel a GetYourGuide booking up to a day ahead and you are refunded in full. Paying is optional at the time of booking, so a seat can be held first.
One hour of live flamenco, near Palma's old town.
Reserve your flamenco hour ↗What you pay depends on the date and on how many are in your group. Your total appears on the booking page in your own currency before you confirm.