Ensemble Español Spanish Dance Theater, in residence at Northeastern Illinois University, brings their popular “Flamenco Passion” performances to the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts in Skokie, 9501 Skokie Blvd., 7:30 p.m., Friday, June 16 and Saturday, June 17; and 3 p.m. Sunday, June 18. These performances will cap the company’s 47th multi-faceted American Spanish Dance and Music Festival (June 16-24). The performances feature a diverse program showcasing Flamenco, Classical and Folkloric Spanish dance styles in both traditional and contemporary genres. Selections will include:

• “La Vida Breve” / The Brief Life” (2022) choreographed and performed by guest artist Isaac Tovar.

• “Mediterraneo” (2023) choreographed and performed in the Alegrias style by guest artist Irene “La Chiqui” Lozano. WORLD PREMIERE

• “Donde Todo Comienza” (2022) choreographed and performed by guest artist Irene “La Chiqui” Lozano in the Tarantos style. AMERICAN SPANISH DANCE AND MUSIC FESTIVAL PREMIERE

To purchase tickets and for more information visit NorthShoreCenter.org or call 847.673.6300. Discounts are available for groups of 10 or more. For more information call 773. 442.5916.