PABLO BATISTA: LATIN JAZZ ORCHESTRA
Primera Primavera Latin Jazz Series with Pablo Batista
TEATRO ESPERANZA
4/17/26, 7:00pm
$15 General Admission, Free for Students & Seniors (60+)
EAC launches our new annual Latin Jazz series, led and curated by series director, Grammy-winning Philadelphia-based percussionist and recording artist, Pablo Batista. Featuring the first Latin big band in Philadelphia comprised of twenty acclaimed regional musicians, donned in vibrant coordinated formal wear from the 40’s and 50’s, and seated on multi-tiered platforms evocative of the big band era. The Primero Primavera orchestra will premiere new arrangements by bandleaders Jimmy Lopes and Tony Perez of classic big band Latin jazz greats, including Mario Balza, Tito Rodriguez, Machito, and Dizzy Gillespie.
Part of the U.S. Semiquincentennial: In commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, EAC will present a series of programs that celebrate and explore the Latino voice within the American landscape. Through arts, culture, and community engagement, these programs will highlight the contributions, histories, and perspectives of Latino communities as part of the broader American story.
Food and Beverages are available for sale in the Teatro lobby courtesy of EAC’s official concession partner Helados Chupi Chupi.
April 17 @ 7:00 pm - 09:00 pm