DECEMBER EVENTS
LOS ANGELES AREA
CARLOS ALMARÁZ
GALLERY WALK THROUGH &
THE ARTIST IN CONTEXT
DECEMBER 1, 2012 2-4PM
VINCENT PRICE MUSEUM
COMMUNITY FOCUS GALLERY
EAST LOS ANGELES COLLEGE
1301 AVENIDA CESAR CHAVEZ
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
INFO: http://vincentpriceartmuseum.org
From 12.30 to 1:30 PM join Elsa Flores Almaráz, widow of Carlos Almaráz as she walks through th eexhi tof his works and explains their relevance. Then from 2 to 4PM join Max Benavidez as he moderates a panel on Carlos in context. This panel will consider Carlos Almaráz’s career in critical context of the past and present. Max Benavidez (moderator), Karen Mary Davalos, Patrick Ela and Suzanne Muchnicare discussion participants.
JOSE RAMIREZ
OPEN STUDIO
DECEMBER 1,8,22, 2012
10AM TO 5 PM EACH DAY
RAMIREZ-AGUILAR STUDIO
1136 STONE STREET
LOS ANGELES, CA 90063
INFO: http://www.ramirezart.com
CARLOS ALMARÁZ
A LIFE RECALLED
THRU DECEMBER 8, 2012
THE LARGE GALLERY
VINCENT PRICE MUSEUM
COMMUNITY FOCUS GALLERY
EAST LOS ANGELES COLLEGE
1301 AVENIDA CESAR CHAVEZ
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
INFO: http://vincentpriceartmuseum.org
Carlos Almaráz: A Life Recalled is a chronological survey of the artist Carlos Almaráz that draws from perspectives of those who cared for and knew him best. The show traces the trajectory of Carlos’s life: earliest years in Mexico; childhood in East LA; travails in New York; an awakening to the Chicano Movement and participation in Los Four collective; domestic bliss as a husband and father; recognition as a rising Los Angeles studio art star; and victim of AIDS. Carlos Almaráz: A Life Recalled is organized by Karen Rapp with Dan Guerrero and Elsa Flores Almaráz.
ISABEL AVILA
PHOTOGRAPHY
HOY SPACE
THRU DECEMBER 8,2012
VINCENT PRICE MUSEUM
COMMUNITY FOCUS GALLERY
EAST LOS ANGELES COLLEGE
1301 AVENIDA CESAR CHAVEZ
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
INFO: http://vincentpriceartmuseum.org
Los Angeles-based photographer Isabel Avila exhibits Parallel Worlds exploring the relationship between Mexican American and Native American cultures.
UN DIABLITO CON
MUCHAS ALAS
PASTORELA NAVIDENA
DECEMBER 8 & 9, 2012
PLAZA DE LA RAZA
3540 NORTH MISSION ROAD
LOS ANGELES, CA 90031
INFO: http://www.plazadelaraza.org
Join the workshop for the production of a comedy play in Spanish, “Un Diablito Con Muchas Alas.” Workshops are Fridays, 6:30PM to 9:30PM and Saturdays & Sundays 9AM To 12:30PM. All in preparation for performances on December 8th and 9th at 6PM at Plaza De La Raza.
WORDS ON PAPER,
WORKS ON PAPER
THROUGH DECEMBER 3, 2012
J. MICHAEL WALKER
AVE 50 GALLERY
131 NORTH AVENUE 50
LOS ANGELES, CA 90042
INFO: http://www.avenue50studio.com
New painting s and drawings inspired by the printed word from multi-talented J. Michael Walker. On exhibit through December 3, 2012.
FROM BUKOWSKI TO
ST. JOHN
THROUGH DECEMBER 3, 2012
AVE 50 GALLERY
131 NORTH AVENUE 50
LOS ANGELES, CA 90042
INFO: http://www.avenue50studio.com
Eleven Los Angeles artists portray their most influential author. Artists include Abel Alejandre, Moses Ball, Emilia Garcia, Yolanda Gonzalez, Marl Stevens Greenfield, Francisco Latelier, Jose Lozano, Tatian Luboviski-Acosta, Poli Marichal, Hank Schwarz and John Valadez..
MONSTRUOS DEL
PRINT
HOLIDAY PRINT SALE
SELF-HELP GRAPHICS
DECEMBER 8, 2012
1300 EAST FIRST STREET
LOS ANGELES, CA
INFO: http://www.selfhelpgraphics.com
This is a one day art print sale at Self-Help Graphics. Ideal for holiday shopping. Some of the best prints by leading Southern California artists.
HOLIDAY ART SALE
DECEMBER 15 & 16, 2012
AVE 50 GALLERY
131 NORTH AVENUE 50
LOS ANGELES, CA 90042
INFO: http://www.avenue50studio.com
Wondering what to buy for the holdiays? Check out this annual two-day art sale at Avenue 50 Gallery. Buy directly from more than two dozen of the leading Latino artists! Saturday, December 15 from 7 to 11PM and Sunday, December 16th from 12NOON to 4PM.
ANNA LUCASTA
THROUGH DECEMBER 9, 2012
LOS ANGELES THEATER
CENTER
514 SOUTH SPRING STREET
LOS ANGELES, CA 90013
INFO: http://www.thelatc.org
Expelled from her home by her overly-protective and jealous father, young Anna Lucasta is forced to confront life’s inevitable fight for survival. The play was written by Phillip Yordan, directed by Ben Guillory.
TOO MANY TAMALES!
DECEMBER 15 THRU DECEMBER 23, 2012
BILINGUAL FOUNDATION FOR
THE ARTS
421 NORTH AVENUE 19
LOS ANGELES, CA 90023
INFO: http://www.bfatheatre.org
If it’s Christmas, it is time for “Too Many Tamales”, an annual holiday show in a working’class neighborhood that has developed a dedicated following with its homage to biculturalism. The audience laughs when Mr. Cormack butchers his Spanish trying to make a connection with his in-laws. Mama explains the Latino tradition of making tamales at Christmastime. Laughter fills the theater as Maria and her cousins consume dozens of tamales trying to find a lost ring. The shows, with a mix of original and traditional songs, run through December, almost always filling the 99 seat theater. Every family has some little bit of dysfunction and tension around Christmas and Thanksgiving. The play keeps it light and fun as it deals with the theme of giving in a different culture. A show about family, holiday traditions and multi generations. forward to this clever and funny play!
SEASON TO BE MERRY
DECEMBER 8, 2012 6-9 PM
FREMONT GALLERY
812 FREMONT AVE.
SOUTH PASADENA, CA
INFO: http://www.fremontgallery.com
Art exhibit and sale featuring a slew of artists including Wayne Healy, Andres Montoya, David Botello, Damain Chavez, Richard Valdes, Roberto Gutierrez, Bonnie Lambert. Irene Carranza, Jose Lozano, Raul De La Sota and many others.
EL REGALO PERFECTO
DECEMBER 8,9,15, & 16, 2012
TEATRO FRIDA KAHLO
2332 WEST 4TH STREET
LOS ANGELES, CA 90057
INFO: (213) 382-8133 and http://www.fridakahlotheater.org
The Perfect Gift, written and directed by Manuel Chitay. Guided by a mysterious map, Bolillo and Victorina, travel by air, sea and land in search of the perfect Christmas gift, which is guarded by the dark forces, who will try to forced them to lose their way using tricks and deceit.
A Christmas play for the whole family. Spanish Performances Only. December 8, 9, 15 & 16
Saturdays & Sundays 4 PM. $10 General,
NAVIDAD EN WHITTIER
DECEMBER 15, 2012
RUTH SHANNON CENTER FOR
THE PERFORMING ARTS
WHITTIER COLLEGE
6760 PAINTER AVENUE
WHITTIER, CA 90601
INFO: http://www.shannoncenter.org
A traditional celebration of Las Posadas and the holiday spirit features Mariachi Mexicapan and Cesar Castro & Cambalache.
HOLIDAY GIFTS FROM
TIA CHUCHA CENTRO
CULTURAL & BOOKSTORE
13197-A GLADSTONE AVE
SYLMAR, CA 91342
INFO: http://www.tiachucha.com
Visit Tia Chucha’s bookstore and cultural center for a wide variety of books, music and other artistic gifts.
OPEN MIKE AT
TIA CHUCHA CENTRO
CULTURAL & BOOKSTORE
EVERY FRIDAY IN OCTOBER
AT 8PM
13197-A GLADSTONE AVE
SYLMAR, CA 91342
INFO: http://www.tiachucha.com
Tia Chucha’s Open Mic is a welcoming creative sanctuary where people are encouraged to share their thoughts and feelings through various styles of expersssion.
LA START HERE!
ON-GOING THRU DECEMBER 31, 2012
LA PLAZA DE CULTURA
Y ARTES AT OLVERA STREET
501 NORTH MAIN STREET
LOS ANGELES, CA 90012
INFO: http://www.lapca.org
The first of its kind in approach and scope, LA Plaza’s inaugural exhibition, LA Starts Here!, examines Mexican and Mexican American history and identity in Los Angeles. Iconic artifacts, one-of-a-kind interactive experiences, and captivating films reveal the region’s rich and often unknown history as a multi-cultural project from its very beginnings. Visitors of all backgrounds are encouraged to think critically about the shaping of cultural and national identity in an increasingly diverse world.
VOCES VIVAS
ON-GOING THRU DECEMBER 31, 2012
LA PLAZA DE CULTURA
Y ARTES AT OLVERA STREET
501 NORTH MAIN STREET
LOS ANGELES, CA 90012
INFO: http://www.lapca.org
Visitors to both LA Plaza and its website have the opportunity to experience Voces Vivas, an original short-film series featuring interviews with a broad spectrum of Mexican Americans. These films expand on the LA Plaza experience, personalizing Mexican American history through the individual stories of the interview subjects and bringing to light a rich and sometimes controversial history. This series contains 50 films each running 4-5 minutes in length. Approximately half of the films are playing continuously at various kiosks throughout the first floor of the exhibit, LA Starts Here.
CALL FOR POSTERS
CENTER FOR THE STUDY OF
POLITICAL GRAPHICS
THROUGH EARLY 2013
8124 WEST THIRD STREET
SUITE 211
LOS ANGELES, CA 90048
INFO: http://www.politicalgraphics.org
The Center for the Study of Political Graphics has an open call for posters for a traveling exhibit in 2013 on the theme of Prison Nation: Posters on the Prison Industrial Complex.
WEST COATS TEATRO ENCUENTRO
ADVANCE WARNING
LATE SPRING 2013
LOS ANGELES, CA
A get together of the new coalition of California teatristas and other sin terste din Latino theater.
16th ANNUAL NHMC
IMPACT AWARDS GALA
ADVANCE WARNING
FEBRUARY 22, 2013
BEVERLY HILLS, CA
The National Hispanic Media Coalition, a non-partisan, non-profit media advocacy and civil rights organization will hold its annual awards dinner on February 22, 2013.
GRANTWRITING WORKSHOPS
FOR ARTISTS WITH LINDA VALLEJO
ADVANCE WARNING
FEBRUARY 16, 22 & 23, 2013
LOYOLA MARYMOUNT UNIVERSITY
MARCH 2 & 16, 2013
OTIS COLLEGES OF ART & DESIGN
LOS ANGELES, CA
INFO: lmu (310) 338-1971 AND http://www.otis.edu
Acclaimed artist and fudnraiser Linda Vallejo leads workshops on how to “Fund Your Passion” and “The Art of Non-Profit Fundraising.”.
SAN DIEGO
NAVIDAD AT
CENTRO CULTURAL DE
LA RAZA
DECEMBER 1, 2012
2004 PARK BLVD
SAN DIEGO, CA 92101
INFO: http://www.centroculturaldelaraza.org
The Centro Cultural de la Raza celebrates the holidays with a variety of navidad events.
SAN JUAN BAUTISTA
LA VIRGEN DEL TEPEYAC
THROUGH DECEMBER 16, 2012
EL TEATRO CAMPESINO PLAYHOUSE
SAN JUAN BAUTISTA,CA
INFO: http://www.elteatrocampesino.com
Annual celebration of the classic story of Juan Diego and the miraulous apparition of the Virgin of Guadalupe in San Juan Bautista at the headquarters of El Teatro Campesino. For performance details visit the website above.
SAN JOSE
HOLIDAY POSADA WITH
TEATRO VISION
DECEMBER 14, 2012
5:30PM TO 7:30PM
TEATRO VISIÓN
365 S.MARKET STREET
SAN JOSE, CA
INFO: http://www.teatrovision.org
Join the Teatro Vision familia for a holiday friendship featuring delicious tamales, pan dulce, hot chocolate, assorted beverages and festival live music.
POWER IN NUMBERS
ON-GOING EXHIBIT
MACLA
510 SOUTH FIRST STREET
SAN JOSE, CA 95113
INFO: (408) 998-2783
This exhibit sponsored by the Moviemiento de Arte y Cultura Latino Americana in San Jose explores immigration routs and political movements that are currently building a new America.
Recent works by Dulce Pinzon, Julio Salgado, Betty Davis, Ana Teresa Fernandez and Julio Céssar Morales
SAN FRANCISCO
ENCUENTRO DEL
CANTO POPULAR
DECEMBER 8, 2012
BRAVA THEATER
2781 24TH STREET
SAN FRANCISCO, CA
INFO: http://www.accionlatina.org
This is the 31st Annual Encouentro del Canto Popular at the Brava Theater. This year the theme is El Renacimiento de la Cultura Popular.Groups To perform include Xiuhcoatrl Danza Azteca, Diana Gameros, Quenepas Youth Ensemble and La Santa Cecilia.
HONORING CARLOS
FELIX CORONA
DECEMBER 16,. 2012
THE MEXICAN MUSEUM
FOR MASON CENTER, BLDG. D
SAN FRANCISCO, CA
An event honoring the Consul General of Mexico in San Francisco.
HOLIDAY SHOPPING AT
THE MEXICAN MUSEUM
THROUGH DECEMBER 16, 2012
FOR MASON CENTER, BLDG. D
SAN FRANCISCO, CA
INFO: http://www.themexicanmuseum.org
La Tienda at the Museum offers a wide and enticing selection of popular merchandise from Mexico and other Latin American countries including ceramics, masks, greeting cards, posters and catalogs.
ANDRES FLORES ROSAS
JAROCHO MUSIC
DECEMBER 9, 2012 7PM
LA PEÑA
3105 SHATTUCK AVE
BERKELEY, CA 94705
INFO: http://www.lapena.org
One of the most respected masters and musicians within the son jarocho community, Andrés Flores Rosas comes to the Bay Area to present both old and new compositions as a soloist at La Peña. Featuring Bay Area artists, Andrés will take the stage, blending a mixture of sounds, from traditional sones to modern fusions. The night will also consist of holiday sones typically played during the months of December in Veracruz. Between the frenzied strumming of the jarana or the quick rift of a requinto, this night will prove to be unforgettable and a show not to be missed.
FLAMENCO POR LA PENA
DECEMBER 20, 8PM
LA PEÑA CULTURAL CENTER
3105 SHATTUCK AVE
BERKELEY, CA
INFO: http://www.lapena.org
Bay Area flamenco artists gather for a special night of passion and celebration for the years of great flamenco nights at La Peña Cultural Center. Organized by Emmy Award-winning dancer Yaelisa, the evening features a great variety of artists in a concert where all proceeds go directly to this great institution. One show, one voice, united in solidarity for a great cause. A great holiday flamenco treat!
LOUNGE RUMBA
DECEMBER 2ND & 16th 2012
LA PEÑA
3105 SHATTUCK AVE
BERKELEY, CA
INFO: http://www.lapena.org
A Sunday afternoon of rumba with audience participation of the Rumba.
NEW YEAR’S EVE DANCE WITH
ORQUESTA LA MODERNA TRADICION
DECEMBER 31, 2012 9:30PM
LA PEÑA
3105 SHATTUCK AVE
BERKELEY, CA
INFO: http://www.lapena.org
Possibly the only orchestra of its kind inside or outside of Cuba, Orquesta La Moderna Tradición dedicates itself to the performance of classic Cuban dance music, especially the lilting grooves of the danzon. A legendary ballroom style that developed from the synchronization of African and European music in Cuba, danzon lends the groove of Afro-Cuban drums to the refined riffs of flute and violins. Orquesta La Moderna Tradición performs classics of the genre along with original compositions designed to keep the tradition alive and kicking. In addition to danzones, Orquesta plays the gambit of traditional and modern Cuban styles, from sones to songos, from cha-cha-cha to timba.
PORTLAND, OREGON
17ANNUAL HISPANIC
PROFESSIONALS MEET
DECEMBER 2 THRU 5, 2012
RED LION HOTEL
ON THE RIVER
PORTLAND, OREGON
INFO: http://www.iahmp.org
Jim Estrada, author of “The ABCs and Ñ of Americas Cultural Evolution” will speak at the 17th Annual meeting of the International Association of Hispanic Meeting Professionals. He will address the group on understanding cultural differences and creating strategies for promoting inclusiveness.
HENDERSON, NEVADA
CHILEAN MINERS MURAL
& LETTERS
MCCAW SCHOOL OF MINES
GORDON MCCAW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
57 LYNNE LANE
HENDERSON, NEVADA
INFO: (702) 799-8930
On exhibit at the McCaw School of Mines in Henderson Nevada is a new mural depicting the plight of the Chilean Miners along with letters they wrote to their loved ones. Parents and students are welcomed to view this mural of the Chilean Miners. You can call the Executive Director Clyde Caldwell at 702 799 8930 to set up a time to see the mural and letters. This will help because they do a tour of the mine that takes over an hour. Our thanks to Larry Rush for this posting.
MESA, ARIZONA
GUERRERO GALLERY
ART SALE
DECEMBER 1 & 2, 2012
2 – 6PM
551 NORTH ALMA SCHOOL ROAD
MESA, ARIZONA 85201
INFO: http://www.zarkmask.com
Check out the greta mask and other art works by Zarco Guerrero. Give a mask for Christmas!
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS
13 B’AK’TUN
TURNING POINT IN
MAYAN CALENDAR
DECEMBER 1, 2012
MAYNE STAGE
1328 WEST MORSE AVE.
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS.
INFO: http://www.sonesdemexico.org
The Sones de Mexico music ensemble performs under the auspices of the National Museum of Mexican Art at the Mayne Stage.
CHAS BOJÓRQUEZ
FROM STREETS TO THE CLOUDS
THROUGH JUNE, 2013
NATIONAL MUSEUM
OF MEXICAN ART
1852 WEST 19TH STREET
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS
INFO: http://www.nationalmuseumofmexicanart.org/
This new exhibition features Los Angels artist Chas Bojórquez. Forty years ago he embraced the “cholo” graffiti writing of his neighborhood inspiring him to create his own unique style.
DAY OF THE DEAD
EXHIBITS
ONGOING THRU DECEMBER 16, 2012
NATIONAL MUSEUM
OF MEXICAN ART
1852 WEST 19TH STREET
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS
INFO: http://www.nationalmuseumofmexicanart.org/
An on-going exhibit celebrating Day of the Dead.
ALBUQUERQUE, NEW MEXICO
A MOMENT IN TIME
WITH TOM CHAVEZ
DECEMBER 1, 2012 2 PM
NATIONAL HISPANIC CULTURAL CENTER
ALBUQUERQUE, NEW MEXICO
INFO: http://www.nationalhispaniccenter.org
Historian Dr. Thomas E. Chávez wil read from and sign his new book “A Moment in Time: the Odyssey of New Mexico’s Segessor Hide paintings.”
REGALOS FOR THE
HOLIDAYS
DECEMBER 8, 2012 10-8PM
NATIONAL HISPANIC CULTURAL CENTER
ALBUQUERQUE, NEW MEXICO
INFO: http://www.nationalhispaniccenter.org
Get your holiday gifts at the National Hispanic Cultural Center’s Tienda featuring Latino art objects and more. Bigger and better than ever! The best place to shop for unique and affordable gifts for everyone on your list! This event will include over 30 local artist vendors as well as entertainment from local choir groups.
THE FAROLITOS OF CHRISTMAS
DECEMBER 14- 16, 2012
NATIONAL HISPANIC CULTURAL CENTER
1701 4TH STREET SW
ALBUQUERQUE, NEW MEXICO 87102
INFO: http://www.nationalhispaniccenter.org
Author Rodolfo Anaya’s timeles, heartwarming holiday play, set in San Juan, New Mexico, is directed by Valli Marie Rivera and produced by the Vortez Theater in collaboration with the NHCC.
LAS CRUCES, NEW MEXICO
19TH ANNUAL BORDER
BOOK FESTIVAL
ADVANCE WARNING
APRIL 19-21, 2012
The annual Border Book Festival organized by author Denise Chavez will take place at the Casa Camino real in its new home at 314 South Tornillo Street in Las Cruces, New Mexico.
DENVER, COLORADO
THE MIRACLE AT
TEPEYAC
SU TEATRO CULTURAL &
PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
721 SANTA FE DRIVE
DENVER, COLORADO 80204
INFO: http://www.suteatro.net
Experience the music, pageantry and passion in a very human story about compassion and caring. The story of the apparition of the Virgen de Guadalupe counterpoised against the story of a conflicted parish priest, searching for his calling. A soaring, beautiful, visual spectacle, perfect for the holiday season.
XICANIDIE FILM FESTIVAL
ADVANCE WARNING
APRIL 4-7, 2013
SU TEATRO
721 SANTE DE DRIVE
DENVER, COLORADO 80204
INFO: http://www.suteatro.net
Su Teatro’s annual film festival features films of the Chicano, Mexicano and Indio experience.
SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS
ESTAMPAS
DE LA RAZA
THROUGH JANUARY 27, 2013
MCNAY MUSEUM OF ART
6000 NORTH NEW BRAUNFELS AVE
SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS
INFO: http://www.mcnayart.org
(210) 824-5368
“Estampas de la Raza” introduces recent gifts of contemporary Mexican American and Latino prints to the McNay from collectors Harriett and Ricardo Romo. More than 60 prints by 44 artists reveal the richness of a mixed cultural heritage, with depictions of Frida Kahlo, lowriders, tattoos, and the Virgin of Guadalupe. The exhibition focuses on aspects of the Latino experience in the United States: the celebration of a mixed “identity”; the Chicano Movement’s “struggle” to achieve sociopolitical equality; “tradition, memory, and culture” in the everyday lives of Latinos; Latino “icons”; and “other voices” suggesting the diversity of the community. Many images are larger than life, serving up a colorful, visual feast.
LAS NUEVAS TAMALERAS
THROUGH DECEMBER 9, 2012
GUADALUPE CULTURAL ARTS
CENTER
1301 GUADALUPE STREET
SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS 78207
INFO: http://www.guadalupeculturalarts.org
This is a one act comedy written and directed y Alicia Mena.
LA GRAN TAMALADA
DECEMBER 8, 2012 11AM
GUADALUPE CULTURAL
ARTS CENTER
1301 GUADALUPE STREET
SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS 78207
INFO: http://www.guadalupeculturalarts.org
La Gran Tamalada is an annual community event that honors the San Antonio tradition of Making tamales. Cultural experts Carmen Tafolla, Olga Kaufman and Ellem Clark guide participants the ough the entire process from the ingredients to the cooking methods.
HOLIDAY SAXOPHONES
DECEMBER 16, 2012 7-11PM
GUADALUPE CULTURAL
ARTS CENTER
1301 GUADALUPE STREET
SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS 78207
INFO: http://www.guadalupeculturalarts.org
The Guadalupe Cultural Arts Center presents the bets local and regional saxophonists at the 30th Annual Holiday Saxophones featuring Regency Jazz Band and legendary musician George Prado.
SAN BENITO
CHRISTMAS FUNDRAISER
CASA DE PROYECTO LIBERTAD
DECEMBER 8, 2012
KC HALL
SAN BENITO, TEXAS
INFO: (956) 425-9552
The Casa de Proyecto Libertad, which works with survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault sponsor this fundraiser. Music is by Los Angeles Del Sur with special guest Herenecia 4.
A worthy cause and great music!
LEON SPRINGS
UNA NOCHE CON LAS ESTRELLAS
LEON SPRINGS DANCE HALL
24135 WEST INTERSTATE HIGHWAY 10
LEON SPRING, TX
The 7th Annual San Antonio Star Gala and Brandy Lopez’s Quest for Queen 2013. On December 6, 2012. Music includes The Court Jesters with special guests Joe Reinagel and Elliot Garza.
HOUSTON, TEXAS
2ND ANNUAL BAYOU CITY
POETRY GRAND SLAM
DECEMBER 1, 2012 7PM
MECA
1900 KANE STREET
HOUSTON, TX 77007
INFO: http://www.meca-houston.org
Twenty national poets and HBO Def JAM poets compete fro cash prizes
LA MUSIC DEL CIELO
DECEMBER 7 & 8, 2012 AT 7:30PM
MAIN STREET THEATER
2540 TIMES BLVD
HOUSTON, TX 77005
Written and directed by Peter Webster, this co-production with Main Street Theater is a Mexican Pastorela and is performed in Spanish with English subtitles.
DALLAS, TEXAS
MILAGRITOS
DECEMBER 1 -15, 2012
LATINO CULTURAL CENTER
2600 LIVE OAK STREET
DALLAS, TEXAS
This play, directed by David Lozano an dproduced by the Car Mia Theater Company, is based on short stories from the book Woman Hollering Creek by Sandra Cisneros and was adapted for the stage by Marisela Barrera.
THE DREAMERS TRILOGY
LATINO CULTURAL CENTER
2600 LIVE OAK STREET
DALLAS, TEXAS
INFO: http:www.brownpapertickets.com/event/265483
This workshop performance is in anticipation of the final production for the One Act Play festival scheduled for May 31-June 15,2013. Part One of The Dreamers Trilogy focuses on the experience of women who travel from El Salvador in their quest to reach the United States.
EDINBURG, TEXAS
CALL FOR PROPOSALS
ADVANCE WARNING
FEBRUARY 21-23, 2013
NACCS TEJAS FOCO
UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS
PAN AMERICAN
1201 WEST UNIVERSITY DRIVE
EDINBURG, TX 78539
Recent attacks on Chicano@ and Ethnic Studies programs are reminders of the need for more spaces to produce knowledge in and about our communities. This is a call for proposals for a conference to focus on ways in which academic research, creative activities and pedagogy can directly affect and become embedded in these communities. The conference will take place February 21-23, 2013. Pre-Conference registration deadline is January 21, 2013.
MIAMI, FLORIDA
HISPANICIZE 2013
ADVANCE WARNING
APRIL 9 THRU APRIL 13, 2013
MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA
The fourth Annual Latino events for film, music, social media, blogging, advertising and PR has gotten the attention of the biggest brands now sponsoring the event (Target, Univision, McDonalds).