BRIDGE OF SOULS
A site-specific performance of contemporary flamenco by Los Ricos
El agua lo inunda todo (Water Floods Everything), Legend of the Devil’s Birdge, Scene 01. Composer: Robert ‘Robi’ Svärd. Remastering: Ricardo ‘Eddy’ Martínez Music directors: Ismael Fernández, Sonia Olla, I © 2026 Los Ricos
Bridge of Souls is a site-specific production that blends flamenco, world music, contemporary dance, and visual arts to bring a city’s soul to life.
VISUAL ARTS
Bridge of Souls is an immersive, contemporary production
FLAMENCO
Bridge of Souls features flamenco, world music, and visual arts
SITE-SPECIFIC
Bridge of Souls adapts to venues and cultures worldwide
“In ‘Bridge of Souls’, crossing a bridge as a universal metaphor for overcoming obstacles and achieving dreams.”
Bridge of Souls is a vibrant, site-specific production that transforms the unique culture of cities into an immersive showcase. By integrating the raw intensity of flamenco with world music, contemporary dance, and cutting-edge visual arts, it turns iconic sites into living stories.
Following the massive success of Llegenda del Pont del Diable (2026) —commissioned by Martorell Municipality, Barcelona— the New York-based Spanish company Los Ricos, formed by dancer Sonia Olla and singer Ismael Fernández, now bring this transformative experience to the world stage.
Let’s co-create, and celebrate your culture. Partner with Bridge of Souls.
Legend of the Devil’s Bridge 2026 (23:05) Barcelona I © Martorell TV
BRIDGE OF SOULS
Bridge of Souls (2026) - Puente de almas is a scalable, international production designed to adapt across diverse cultures and global locations. By transforming either indoor theaters or outdoor landmarks into living stages, this open show adapts to any environment. Whether through the controlled intimacy of a theater or the raw, architectural power of a public site, it creates a space where communities unite.
“Crossing a bridge is a universal metaphor for overcoming obstacles and achieving individual and collective dreams.”
We don't just bring a show; we co-create it. We move beyond the traditional touring model by embedding ourselves in your community.
We craft emerging narratives to enrich the location’s profile on the international stage. This production serves as a cultural touchstone.
An artistic exploration that reframes local stories through universal views. By turning traditions into living stages, we express the unseen.
Why Bring This to Your City?
→ LOCAL TALENT: We unite local artists and groups to energize the city’s creative scene —working from the ground up to turn local talent into the city's pulse.
→ CULTURAL BOOST: We build immersive, world-class experiences that attract global visitors. It’s a proven way to boost tourism and drive real economic growth for our community.
→ FLAMENCO UNITED: We use the power of Flamenco to connect people everywhere. It’s a bold celebration of our shared humanity that resonates across borders.
Don’t just host a performance. Build a bridge that connects your city’s history with new generations.
Photo: Vincenzo Rigogliuso
Team
LOS RICOS
SONIA OLLA
GENERAL DIRECTOR | EXECUTIVE PRODUCER | MUSIC DIRECTOR | CHOREOGRAPHER | DANCE
Acclaimed by The New York Times as "a furnace of earthy sensuality," Sonia Olla was born and raised in Barcelona. She has toured as a company member and soloist with flamenco greats including Antonio Canales, Eva la Yerbabuena, Rafaela Carrasco, Merche Esmeralda, María Pagés, and La Farruca, among others. An internationally renowned bailaora (dancer), director, and choreographer of her own shows, Sonia currently resides in New York City, where she combines teaching with her performance and choreography career. Venues include the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, Le Poisson Rouge, Rose Nagelburg Theatre, Baruch Performing Arts Center (NY), Instituto Cervantes (Chicago), and various flamenco festivals. Sonia has also collaborated with Madonna and Ricky Martin. | losricosofficial.com
ISMAEL FERNÁNDEZ
EXECUTIVE PRODUCER | MUSIC DIRECTOR | LYRICS | VOICE
Described by The Washington Post as a "charismatic artist" with a "connection to the Gypsy source," Ismael Fernández was born in Seville of Gypsy descent and grew up performing in flamenco festivals. He began his career in the tablaos El Cordobés, La Carbonería, and the flamenco caves of Granada. Winner of the National Contest of Córdoba and a finalist at the Festival de Cante de La Unión, he has performed at the Bienal de Flamenco de Sevilla. Ismael has worked with Antonio Canales, Farruquito, Marina Heredia, El Torombo, Rafaela Carrasco, and Gustavo Dudamel. He has performed with María Pagés’ company at the Sadler's Wells Theatre (London), Orchard Hall (Japan), Teatro Real (Madrid), and Gran Teatre del Liceu (Barcelona). Together with Sonia, he co-created Tablao Sevilla, Entretiempo, Tiempo al aire, and Por los caminos. He resides in New York City. | losricosofficial.com
COLLABORATORS
PEDRO VALIENTE
DIRECTOR | PRODUCER | WRITER | FILM
Pedro Valiente is an award winning filmmaker exploring narratives across the arts, with a focus on interdisciplinary and multicultural storytelling. His work has received two Berlinale awards, an Emmy nomination, and nearly sixty honors. screened at over 100 film festivals (Sundance, SXSW), TV (PBS, BBC), and art centers (MoMA, Whitney, Licoln Center). He has collaborated in Steven Soderbergh and Spike Lee productions, and has deep roots in the avant-garde performing arts, working with Robert Wilson and integrating multimedia into premieres in Madrid by Bernard-Marie Koltès, Sergi Belbel, and Julio Cortázar. | flyingfishwork.com
MARCO DE ANA
STAGE DIRECTOR | CHOREOGRAPHER
Spanish-Austrian flamenco dancer Marco de Ana debuted at the 2002 Bienal de Flamenco de Sevilla alongside Israel Galván, later becoming his long-term assistant choreographer and rehearsal director. An experienced performer in Spain’s top tablaos, Marco has also created a dozen of his own shows over the past 12 years, premiering them at major international festivals including Impulstanz Festival Vienna, Flamenco Festival Düsseldorf, Festival de Jerez, and the Dutch Flamenco Biennial. | instagram.com/marcodeanaflamenco
ROBERT ‘ROBI’ SVÄRD
MUSIC COMPOSER/PRODUCER I MUSIC
Arguably Sweden's most globally recognized flamenco guitarist. He studied under Gregory Pikler at the Sydney Conservatory of Music in Australia, where he received numerous accolades, including The Young Achievement Award. He lived in Seville for four years, collaborating with figures such as Rafael Amador (of Pata Negra) and El Pechuga. The album Vestidos de domingo by La Cabra Mecánica, feat, Robi, was nominated for a Grammy. He has released the albums Pa’ki Pa’ka under Asphalt Tango Records and Alquimia. | instagram.com/robiflamenco
Photo: © 2026 Courtesy of the artists
