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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250220T180000
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SUMMARY:Jose Clemente Orozco: Man of Fire
DESCRIPTION:JOSE CLEMENTE OROZCO: MAN OF FIRE \n  \nWHYY/EAC Latin Rhythm & Reels Miniseries \n  \nLatin Food\, Live Music & Screening\, and Conversation \n  \n2/20/25\, 6:00pm \nGran Salon & Plaza \nFREE \n  \nThe life of Mexican muralist José Clemente Orozco (1883-1949)\, a life filled with drama\, adversity and triumph\, is one of the great stories of the modern era. Despite poverty\, childhood rheumatic fever that damaged his heart and an explosion in his youth that cost him his left hand\, Orozco persisted in his wish to become an artist.
URL:https://www.esperanzaartscenter.us/event/jose-clemente-orozco-man-of-fire/
CATEGORIES:Cinema Series,Free,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241219T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241219T200000
DTSTAMP:20260516T084727
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241216T164209Z
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SUMMARY:Mambo Legends: The Music Never Ends
DESCRIPTION:Mambo Legends: The Music Never Ends  \nWHYY/EAC Latin Rhythms & Reels Miniseries \nDecember 19\, 2024\, 6:00pm – FREE \nThe Mambo Legends Orchestra keeps the music of Afro-Cuban bandleaders Machito\, Tito Puente\, and Tito Rodriguez alive. Featuring former members of these legendary orchestras\, they connect today’s audiences to the golden era of 1940s New York\, where Latin rhythms and big-band sounds merged. \n  \nEVENT SCHEDULE \n6:00pm-6:45pm \nLive music with the Tino Serrano Ensemble \nLatin food by Empanadas United \n  \n6:45pm-7:30pm \nPreshow with WHYY’s Everett Robinson and screening of MAMBO LEGENDS \n7:30pm-8:00pm \nPost-screening panel and audience Q&A moderated by Anjoli Santiago\, featuring panelists Suzzette Ortiz and Tony Mendez
URL:https://www.esperanzaartscenter.us/event/mambo-legends-the-music-never-ends/
CATEGORIES:Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241214T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241214T190000
DTSTAMP:20260516T084727
CREATED:20241205T193734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241205T193734Z
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SUMMARY:Perspect-vida de un Sueno. Huellas de Puerto Rico - Un Legado en Philadelphia
DESCRIPTION:  \n“Perspect-vida de un Sueño: Huellas de Puerto Rico – Un Legado en Philadelphia” Celebrates Puerto Rico’s vibrant cultural traditions and their deep connection to Philadelphia. Danny Torres\, celebrated for his work as a painter and muralist\, will present an inspiring collection of iconic pieces from various stages of his career. \nJoin us at Galería Esperanza\, located on Esperanza’s main campus in Hunting Park. The gallery is the newest addition to the Esperanza Arts Center\, dedicated to making Latin arts and culture accessible to the community. \nEnjoy traditional Puerto Rican music\, savor Latin cuisine\, and experience an exhibit that celebrates Puerto Rico’s unique cultural traditions and its connection to Philadelphia.\n📅 Date: Saturday\, December 14th\, 2024 \n⏰ Time: 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM \n📍 Location: Galería Esperanza \nFREE Event \n\n 
URL:https://www.esperanzaartscenter.us/event/perspect-vida-de-un-sueno-huellas-de-puerto-rico-un-legado-en-philadelphia/
CATEGORIES:Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241214T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241214T170000
DTSTAMP:20260516T084727
CREATED:20240909T193445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241213T162537Z
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SUMMARY:Christmas in the Barrio - SOLD OUT
DESCRIPTION:Christmas in the Barrio  \nDecember 14\, 2024\, 3:00pm – FREE \nEsperanza’s beloved holiday celebration with villancicos\, aguinaldos\, and festive Puerto Rican traditions.
URL:https://www.esperanzaartscenter.us/event/christmas-in-the-barrio-3/
CATEGORIES:Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241121T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241121T200000
DTSTAMP:20260516T084727
CREATED:20240909T193404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241121T184931Z
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SUMMARY:Julia Alvarez: A Life Reimagined WHYY/EAC Latin Rhythms & Reels Miniseries
DESCRIPTION:Julia Alvarez: A Life Reimagined WHYY/EAC Latin Rhythms & Reels Miniseries \nEsperanza Arts Center proudly announces LATIN RHYTHM & REELS\, a new watch party mini-series in collaboration with WHYY. This unique series features Latin food\, live music\, and a screening and discussion of recent films. Join us for our opening night with Julia Alvarez: A Life Reimagined. \nEvent Details: \nDate: Thursday\, November 21\, 2024\nLocation: Esperanza – GRAN SALON & LA PLAZA\nAddress: 4261 North 5th Street\, Philadelphia\, PA 19140\nParking: Free and on site \n  \nProgram Schedule & Event Information \n6:00 PM – Opening Reception with Latin food & live music \n6:45 PM – Pre-Show Live with Everett Robinson \n7:00 PM – Screening of Julia Alvarez: A Life Reimagined \n8:00 PM – Conversation and Q&A session \n  \nExplore the life and career of Julia Alvarez\, one of the most influential Latina writers of her generation. Since bursting onto the American literary scene in 1991 with her autobiographical novel\, “How the Garcia Girls Lost Their Accents\,” the widely acclaimed book that sold 250\,000 copies\, followed by “In the Time of the Butterflies” (1994)\, which raised global awareness about three sisters assassinated by Dominican dictator Rafael Trujillo\, Alvarez has blazed a trail for Latina authors to break into the literary mainstream. One of the most critically acclaimed and commercially successful writers\, Alvarez’s work spans multiple genres and audiences\, including three books of nonfiction\, three collections of poetry\, 11 books for children and young adults\, and seven literary novels. \n  \nLive Music will be performed by:\nThe Latin Jazz Ensemble Quartet led by Tino Serrano  \nCatering by Empanadas United  \nHost: Anjoli Santiago M. S. Ed \nPANELISTS \nAlba Martinez\nKeila Cordova\nCaliph Gamble\nRita Mejias\nAntony Rivera\nDave Peth \n  \nSpecial Offer from the Julia de Burgos Bookstore courtesy of our event partner\, Taller Puertorriqueño \nPurchase a book by Julia Alvarez and other Dominican authors ahead of time and pick them up at the event. \n  \nBy Julia Álvarez: \nThe Cemetery of Untold Stories \nEl cementerio de los cuentos sin contar \nHow The García Girls Lost Their Accent (Paperback / Hardback Collector’s Edition) \nDe cómo las muchachas García perdieron el acento \nIn The Time of the Butterflies (Paperback) \nIn The Time of the Butterflies (Hardback Collector’s Edition) \nEn el tiempo de las mariposas \nAfterlife \n  \nBooks by Dominican authors: \nGloriana\, Presente  \nGloriana\, Presente (Spanish version) \nAngélica and the Güira (English) \nAngélica y la güira (Spanish) \nHow Not to Drown in a Glass of Water  \nDominicana \nThe Girl\, The Ring\, and the Baseball Bat \nThe Poet X \nFamily Lore \nReinbou
URL:https://www.esperanzaartscenter.us/event/julia-alvarez-a-life-reimagined-whyy-eac-latin-rhythms-reels-miniseries/
CATEGORIES:Cinema Series,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240810T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240810T220000
DTSTAMP:20260516T084727
CREATED:20240718T203023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240718T203042Z
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SUMMARY:Arte en las Calles - Street Movies!
DESCRIPTION:Esperanza Arts Center\npresents \n  \nArte en las Calles\nScribe Video Center’s 27th Annual Street Movies! \n  \nIndependent\, Local\, and Award-Winning Short Films \nCurated by Philadelphia Latino Arts & Film Festival \n  \nSaturday\, August 10\, 2024 \nEsperanza Parking Lot (entrance on 4th & Bristol Street) \n  \nJoin us for an evening of Latin food\, music\, balloons\, local merchant fair\, and movies under the stars. Featuring Spanish-language comedy shorts\, hosted by comedian and storyteller Che Guerrero. \n  \nPublic Transportation: Esperanza is located along SEPTA Bus Line 47. \nParking: Free parking available \n  \nFree and open to the public. Registration encouraged but not required. \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER \n  \nThank you to our Event Partners & Sponsors \nScribe Video Center | Congreso | AARP \nMade possible by support from Independence Public Media Foundation\, the William Penn Foundation\, the Samuel S. Fels Fund\, Philadelphia’s Office of Arts\, Culture\, and the Creative Economy. Please visit https://www.scribe.org/street-movies-2024 for more information about the films screening at this event\, and other locations in the 2024 Street Movies! Series. \n  \nTRAILERS & PREVIEWS\nKey Lime Pie Trailer – PHLAFF2024 (youtube.com) \nSupa Hair Trailer – PHLAFF2024 (youtube.com) \nCanta Santiago Trailer – PHLAFF2024 (youtube.com) \nFish Out Of Town Trailer – PHLAFF2024 (youtube.com) \nPHLAFF 2024: Q&A Session #11 (youtube.com)
URL:https://www.esperanzaartscenter.us/event/arte-en-las-calles-street-movies/
CATEGORIES:Cinema Series,Family Series,Free,Music,Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240720T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240720T170000
DTSTAMP:20260516T084727
CREATED:20240621T141848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240621T143659Z
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SUMMARY:The Forge - Exclusive Pre-Release Movie Screening
DESCRIPTION:July 20th | 3:00 PM | Teatro Esperanza\nExclusive Pre-Release Movie Screening: 3:00 PM \nThis event is free and open to the public. \nSpace is limited. Seating will be on a first-come\, first-served basis. Please plan to arrive on time. \nThe movie screening will be in English with Spanish subtitles. \nLimited ticket availability.
URL:https://www.esperanzaartscenter.us/event/the-forge-movie-screening/
CATEGORIES:Cinema Series,Free,Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240629T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240629T210000
DTSTAMP:20260516T084727
CREATED:20230822T181506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240514T155428Z
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SUMMARY:Arte en las Calles – Venezuelan Expressions
DESCRIPTION:Arte en las Calles – Venezuelan Expressions \nOutdoor Community Celebration  \n  \nFeatured Artists \nEduardo Betancourt \nLa Luz del Son \n  \nEvent Partners \nCasa de Venezuela \nArtcinia \nCongreso \n  \nSeries Sponsor \nAARP \n  \nSaturday\, June 29\, 2024  \n4:00pm-9:00pm  \n  \nEsperanza Parking Lot (4th & Bristol)  \nGeneral Admission: FREE  \n  \nCome celebrate summer with an evening of Latin food and music\, activities for kids\, face painting\, balloons\, Domino Tournament\, and a local merchant fair!  \n  \nFree and open to the public.\nRegistration encouraged but not required. 
URL:https://www.esperanzaartscenter.us/event/arte-en-las-calles-venezuelan-expressions/
CATEGORIES:Family Series,Free,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240407T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240407T200000
DTSTAMP:20260516T084727
CREATED:20240318T170846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240321T163204Z
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SUMMARY:Nichos Reading and Talk Back
DESCRIPTION:Lectura y Conversación de Nichos \n  \nEntradas: Gratis\nDomingo\, 7 de abril a las 6pm\nThe Drake – 302 S Hicks St\, Philadelphia\, PA 19102 \n  \nPoética\, política\, chistosa y dolorosa. Únase a nosotros para escuchar la versión final de la obra estreno mundial\, Nichos. Basada en entrevistas con la comunidad migrante en Philadelphia y sus familias en México\, Nichos sigue tres historias entrelazadas a través de la historia y el tiempo de México. Celebrando las complejidades\, el color y la magia del país. \n  \n  \n \nNichos Reading and Talk Back \n  \nTickets: Free\nSunday\, April 7th at 6pm\nThe Drake – 302 S Hicks St\, Philadelphia\, PA 19102 \n  \nPoetic\, political\, humorous\, and painful. Join us to listen to our final version of the world premiere play\, Nichos. Based on interviews with the migrant community in Philly and their families in Mexico\, Nichos follows three intertwined stories throughout Mexico’s history and time. Celebrating the country’s complexities\, color\, and magic. \n  \nNichos has been supported by The Pew Center for Arts & Heritage.
URL:https://www.esperanzaartscenter.us/event/nichos-reading-and-talk-back/
LOCATION:The Drake\, 302 S Hicks St\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231209T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231209T210000
DTSTAMP:20260516T084727
CREATED:20230821T184727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230821T184727Z
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SUMMARY:Christmas in the Barrio
DESCRIPTION:  \nChristmas in the Barrio  \nCommunity Holiday Celebration \n  \nSaturday\, December 9\, 2023 \n7:00pm \n  \nTEATRO ESPERANZA \nGeneral Admission: FREE \n  \nA North Philly tradition\, Esperanza’s annual Christmas celebration for the community returns to Teatro Esperanza! Join us for an evening of Christmas caroling\, traditional Latino music and dance\, festive food\, face-painting\, and fun activities for the entire family. \n  \nSALVATION ARMY TOY DRIVE! \nBring a new\, unwrapped toy to bless a family this Christmas.
URL:https://www.esperanzaartscenter.us/event/christmas-in-the-barrio-2/
CATEGORIES:Family Series,Free,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231208T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231208T200000
DTSTAMP:20260516T084727
CREATED:20231129T163213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231129T163213Z
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SUMMARY:Galeria Esperanza Grand Opening
DESCRIPTION:Join us to celebrate the unveiling of Galería Esperanza\, the newest addition to the Esperanza Arts Center.\nThis gallery brings Latin arts and culture closer to our community.\nGet an exclusive first look at “Sueño de Reyes” by the renowned Puerto Rican artist\, Tato González.\n\n Friday\, Dec 8\, 2023 |  5-8 PM | Esperanza\nImmerse yourself in Puerto Rican music\, enjoy refreshments\, and join us in celebrating our rich cultural traditions.\nThis event is free and open to everyone!\n\nRegister HERE
URL:https://www.esperanzaartscenter.us/event/galeria-esperanza-grand-opening/
CATEGORIES:Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230918T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230918T193000
DTSTAMP:20260516T084727
CREATED:20230831T172953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230831T175608Z
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SUMMARY:Nichos Community Workshop
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to participate in an exciting day of creating masks\, music and dance\, and exploring the cultural roots that strengthen the Mexican identity. \nFREE Event for ALL ages \nFood will be provided. \n  \nTo register & for more information: \nWhatsApp or Call Tanaquil Marquez 301-312-3792 \n 
URL:https://www.esperanzaartscenter.us/event/nichos-community-workshop-2/
LOCATION:Juntos\, 600 Washington Ave\, Unit 18UA\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19147\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance,Family Series,Free,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230904T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230904T193000
DTSTAMP:20260516T084727
CREATED:20230831T171954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230831T175302Z
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SUMMARY:Nichos Community Workshop
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to participate in an exciting day of creating masks\, music and dance\, and exploring the cultural roots that strengthen the Mexican identity. \nFREE Event for ALL ages \nFood will be provided. \n  \nTo register & for more information: \nWhatsApp or Call Tanaquil Marquez 301-312-3792 \n 
URL:https://www.esperanzaartscenter.us/event/nichos-community-workshop/
LOCATION:Juntos\, 600 Washington Ave\, Unit 18UA\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19147\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance,Family Series,Free,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230622T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230622T200000
DTSTAMP:20260516T084727
CREATED:20230616T142137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230616T142137Z
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SUMMARY:Fitness to Fly Community Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Esperanza Arts Center\, Wawa & The Philadelphia Eagles present    \n\n\nFitness to Fly Community Celebration \nWawa Welcome America Festival – Arte en las Calles   \n\n\nThursday\, June 22\, 2023\, 3:00pm-8:00pm\nEsperanza Parking Lot + Gymnasium \n\n\nFREE ADMISSION \n\n\nCelebrate wellness and summer fun at Esperanza Arts Center!  \n\n\nJoin the Philadelphia Eagles for fitness clinics\, exercise sessions and dance instruction. Wawa nutritionists will share healthy eating tips\, and a Wawa smoothie and snack truck will provide free snacks\, refreshments\, and body fuel all afternoon – including Popcorn for the People which supports jobs for individuals with autism. \n\n\nStep outside into Esperanza’s parking lot for live salsa music and dancing with Lia Montalvo Y Su Orquesta\, Latin food\, face-painting\, balloons\, and a Night Market featuring local businesses and services\, hosted by Rumba 106.1 FM.
URL:https://www.esperanzaartscenter.us/event/fitness-to-fly-community-celebration/
CATEGORIES:Free
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221220T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221220T200000
DTSTAMP:20260516T084727
CREATED:20221206T192031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221206T192040Z
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SUMMARY:Philadelphia Lullaby Project Celebration Concert
DESCRIPTION:Free Admission \nAn evening of songs and stories from Carnegie Hall’s Weill Music Institute program that pairs new parents and caregivers with professional musicians to write a lullaby for their child. The concert features acclaimed Philadelphia musicians with guest performances by family participants. \nRefreshments after the concert. \nFree parking available \nDirections\, and public transport details are HERE \nLead support provided by the William Penn Foundation
URL:https://www.esperanzaartscenter.us/event/philadelphia-lullaby-project-celebration-concert/
CATEGORIES:Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221216T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221216T213000
DTSTAMP:20260516T084727
CREATED:20220812T214501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220822T142049Z
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SUMMARY:Christmas in the Barrio
DESCRIPTION:Community Holiday Celebration \nA North Philly tradition\, Esperanza’s annual Christmas celebration for the community returns to Teatro Esperanza! Join us for an evening of Christmas caroling\, traditional Latino music and dance\, festive food\, face-painting\, and fun activities for the entire family. \nPerformances will be presented at limited capacity in the Teatro. Social distancing and masks recommended throughout the event regardless of vaccination status. For Esperanza’s current COVID safety policies and restrictions\, visit https://www.esperanza.us/esperanza-visitor/. \nTickets\nIn Person\nLivestream
URL:https://www.esperanzaartscenter.us/event/christmas-in-the-barrio-2022/
CATEGORIES:Family Series,Free,Online/Streaming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220910T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220910T220000
DTSTAMP:20260516T084727
CREATED:20220812T212730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220822T141550Z
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SUMMARY:Arte en las Calles
DESCRIPTION:Opera in the Park\, featuring Opera Philadelphia \nLOCATION: Esperanza Parking Lot (entrance on Bristol Street\, between 3rd & 5th) \nBring the whole family for an evening of Latin food\, face painting\, local business fair\, bilingual comedy with Che Guerrero\, Live Latin Jazz\, and a hi-definition outdoor screening of Mozart’s The Marriage of Figaro with Spanish subtitles. \nPerformance will be presented outdoors. Masks and social distancing recommended throughout the event\, regardless of vaccination status. For Esperanza’s current COVID safety policies and restrictions\, visit https://www.esperanza.us/esperanza-visitor/. \nLet us know you’re coming!
URL:https://www.esperanzaartscenter.us/event/arte-en-las-calles-2/
CATEGORIES:Family Series,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220702T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220702T150000
DTSTAMP:20260516T084727
CREATED:20220610T183032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220610T183032Z
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SUMMARY:Esperanza Arts Center &  Wawa Welcome America present Celebration of Community & Culture
DESCRIPTION:Wawa Welcome America Festival – Arte en las Calles  \nSaturday\, July 2\, 2022\, 11:00am-3:00pm\nEsperanza Parking Lot + Teatro Esperanza \nFREE ADMISSION \nImmerse yourself in the rich and vibrant Latino cultures found across our city.  Enjoy a festive block party style atmosphere complete with Latin food\, Salsa music and dancing with Lia Montalvo y su Orquesta\, and local vendors\, before heading inside to Teatro Esperanza for performances by Argentinian pianist Emiliano Messiez and his quartet\, and performances and dance lessons with members of the Philadelphia Argentine Tango School. \nMasks Recommended Indoors
URL:https://www.esperanzaartscenter.us/event/esperanza-arts-center-wawa-welcome-america-present-celebration-of-community-culture/
CATEGORIES:Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220526T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220526T213000
DTSTAMP:20260516T084727
CREATED:20220126T211754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220505T135359Z
UID:1689-1653593400-1653600600@www.esperanzaartscenter.us
SUMMARY:BalletX
DESCRIPTION:Caili Quan – Nichos Project \nEAC’s Winter-Spring season and 2022 Voces Series comes to an exciting close with the world premiere of a new dance work by acclaimed choreographer and former BalletX dancer\, Caili Quan\, inspired by stories from neighborhood youth and their families\, in collaboration with EAC Artist-In-Residence\, Tanaquil Marquez\, and visual artist\, Cesar Viveros. \nThe Nichos Community Project is a multidisciplinary interactive cultural piece of the Mexican American community in Philadelphia. Through workshops and oral histories led by acclaimed actor/director\, Tanaquil Márquez\, Nichos will explore; la migra\, chicano culture\, la familia\, Nahuatl and Mexican heritage. The community will collaborate and find inspiration to create dance\, poetry and scene work from the authentic stories that have been shared. \nPart of Voces 2022 \nLimited Seating | Masks Recommended \nFor Esperanza’s current COVID safety policies and restrictions\, visit https://www.esperanza.us/esperanza-visitor/. \nIn Person: Free Admission
URL:https://www.esperanzaartscenter.us/event/balletx-in-person/
CATEGORIES:Dance,Free,Voces Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220521T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220521T213000
DTSTAMP:20260516T084727
CREATED:20220126T211657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220131T172616Z
UID:1688-1653161400-1653168600@www.esperanzaartscenter.us
SUMMARY:iConexiones!
DESCRIPTION:Orchestra 2001 – Mexican Composers  \nEncore Streamed Presentation \nEsperanza Arts Center concludes VOCES 2022 with an encore streamed presentation of iCONEXIONES!. Orchestra 2001’s Cinco de Mayo 2019 performance from Teatro Esperanza spotlights music of Mexican composers – including the world premiere of Transcending Walls by Francisco Cortés-Álvarez featuring images of murals by Mexican artists painted on the border wall that inspired the work. \nStreamed Presentation: Pay As You Wish
URL:https://www.esperanzaartscenter.us/event/iconexiones/
CATEGORIES:Free,Music,Online/Streaming,Voces Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220507T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220507T213000
DTSTAMP:20260516T084727
CREATED:20220126T211506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220322T142131Z
UID:1686-1651951800-1651959000@www.esperanzaartscenter.us
SUMMARY:Behind the Stage Door
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a new way to experience ballet. Behind the Stage Door is an interactive multimedia performance that explores the “invisible” forces that bring the ballet to life. A multi-part experience\, the program includes original musical composition\, live dance\, film\, sculpture and multimedia stage design to illuminate the untold stories that are integral to Philadelphia Ballet. \nPhiladelphia Ballet II performs new choreography by Maria Konrad\, Gary Jeter\, Da’Von Doane\, and Zecheng Liang to original music composed by John B. Hedges; the evening will also include an animated film produced by Big Picture Alliance\, animated by Cybee Bloss and Alex Aldrich Barrett as well as set designs in partnership with Mural Arts.   \nPerformances will be presented at 50% capacity in the Teatro and masks are recommended throughout the event\, regardless of vaccination status. For Esperanza’s current COVID safety policies and restrictions\, visit https://www.esperanza.us/esperanza-visitor/. \nIn Person: Free Admission
URL:https://www.esperanzaartscenter.us/event/behind-the-stage-door/
CATEGORIES:Dance,Free
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220423T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220423T143000
DTSTAMP:20260516T084727
CREATED:20220412T234720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220412T234809Z
UID:1716-1650718800-1650724200@www.esperanzaartscenter.us
SUMMARY:Defying Gravity
DESCRIPTION:Arte es las Calles \nDefying Gravity\nWords and Music in Celebration of Resilience  \nEsperanza Parking Lot (Entrance on Bristol Street between 3rd and 5th Aves) \nJoin the celebrated Bearded Ladies Cabaret\, the Teen Voices of the City Ensemble (T-VOCE)\, students from Esperanza Academy\, and Artistas y Músicos Latinoamericanos Ensemble (AMLA) as they sing\, read\, and reflect about themes of fate\, resilience\, and rising up in joy. \nT-VOCE is presented by Esperanza Arts Center and AMLA in collaboration with Opera Philadelphia\, Singing City\, and ArtSmart \nPerformance will be presented outdoors and masks are required throughout the event\, regardless of vaccination status. For Esperanza’s current COVID safety policies and restrictions\, visit https://www.esperanza.us/esperanza-visitor/. \nFREE ADMISSION
URL:https://www.esperanzaartscenter.us/event/defying-gravity/
CATEGORIES:Free
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220407T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220407T193000
DTSTAMP:20260516T084727
CREATED:20220325T145318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220325T145318Z
UID:1711-1649359800-1649359800@www.esperanzaartscenter.us
SUMMARY:Jazz Philadelphia
DESCRIPTION:Latin Jazz with Suzzette Ortiz & AMLA \n7:30pm\, April 7 at Teatro Esperanza \nLed by celebrated composer and many-faceted musician\, and AMLA artistic director\, Suzzette Ortiz\, the City of Philadelphia Office of Art\, Culture\, and the Creative economy presents a program of Latin Jazz featuring Ms. Ortiz and the AMLA Ensemble. \nFREE
URL:https://www.esperanzaartscenter.us/event/jazz-philadelphia/
CATEGORIES:Free,Music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220212T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220212T213000
DTSTAMP:20260516T084727
CREATED:20220126T210425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220131T143340Z
UID:1679-1644694200-1644701400@www.esperanzaartscenter.us
SUMMARY:Hecho en Puelto Rico (Livestreamed)
DESCRIPTION:HYBRID: In-Person & Livestreamed Event \nEN ESPANOL / IN SPANISH \nCalled “one of the most important plays of contemporary Puerto Rican theater”\, Angel Vázquez’ one-man show is a tender funny tale of discovery and pride as a student who attempts to escape the economic hardships of Puerto Rico unearths his cultural roots through the lives of notable men and women in the Island’s history.   \nPerformances will be presented at 50% capacity in the Teatro and masks are required throughout the event\, regardless of vaccination status. For Esperanza’s current COVID safety policies and restrictions\, visit https://www.esperanza.us/esperanza-visitor/.\n\nLivestream: Pay As You Wish
URL:https://www.esperanzaartscenter.us/event/hecho-en-puelto-rico-in-person-livestream/
CATEGORIES:Free,Online/Streaming,Theater
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220204T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220204T213000
DTSTAMP:20260516T084727
CREATED:20220120T154510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220202T212239Z
UID:1673-1644003000-1644010200@www.esperanzaartscenter.us
SUMMARY:Philadanco (Livestreamed)
DESCRIPTION:LIVESTREAMED TICKETS FOR THIS EVENT ARE NO LONGER AVAILABLE. \nJOIN US IN-PERSON THIS FRIDAY! \n$15 In-Person\nFREE for Students & Seniors \nIN-PERSON TICKETS\nhttps://www.esperanzaartscenter.us/event/philadanco-inperson/ \nPhiladanco is celebrated internationally for its innovation\, creativity and preservation of predominantly African-American traditions in dance. To celebrate its 50th anniversary\, Philadanco dancers return to Teatro Esperanza to perform company favorites and new works. \nFounded in 1970\, Philadanco has a legacy of breaking barriers and building bridges across cultural divides\, consistently performing for audiences representing an amalgamation of people from diverse communities. \nLimited Seating\nMasks Required Regardless of Vaccination Status \nHybrid Event: In-Person/Livestreamed presentation
URL:https://www.esperanzaartscenter.us/event/philadanco/
CATEGORIES:Dance,Free,Online/Streaming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210728T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210728T213000
DTSTAMP:20260516T084727
CREATED:20210716T152914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210716T152914Z
UID:1623-1627498800-1627507800@www.esperanzaartscenter.us
SUMMARY:HAROLD + ELENA
DESCRIPTION:Harold Guerra and Elena Witt are worship leaders and songwriters whose songs reflect their desire to experience God’s presence personally and see Him move in the local church. Join Harold and Elena for their only Summer Tour Show in Philadelphia at Teatro Esperanza for a memorable evening of music and prayer. \nTheir first project as a duo entitled “Desciende Aquí”\, as well as their participation in the album “Jesus Salva” alongside some of the most prominent Spanish Christian worship leaders\, opened the doors to ministering in more than 14 different countries. \nThey are recipients of the YouTube silver play button\, were nominated to a Dove award\, and received an Arpa award and many of their videos have reached millions of views throughout the course of their time of ministry. They have been active in organizing international charity projects to provide clean water\, shelter\, emergency response\, and access to medical treatment to communities in need and currently serve as senior pastors in The Woodlands\, Texas. \nwww.haroldyelenaoficial.com \nwww.canzion.com
URL:https://www.esperanzaartscenter.us/event/harold-elena/
CATEGORIES:Free,Music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201118T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201118T193000
DTSTAMP:20260516T084727
CREATED:20201015T125254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201118T162649Z
UID:1504-1605726000-1605727800@www.esperanzaartscenter.us
SUMMARY:Bodas de Sangre\, Episode 7
DESCRIPTION:Bodas de Sangre \nTeatro Quarantine \nEpisode 7   \nStarring Yajaira Paredes\, Arianne Bracho\, Tanaquil Márquez\, Lorenza Bernasconi\, Daniela Malave\, Betsai Gomez\, Daniel de Jesus\, Krystal Rosa\, and Emily Fernandez. Directed by Tanaquil Márquez and edited by Gagik Ashark.   \nEsta noche La Novia confronts La Madre as the women in the village enter to pay their respects. Now it is time for La Madre to make a decision\, what will she choose?   \nWATCH: https://youtu.be/wmxakVLqR_g\n_______________________________________________________________ \nFrederico Garcia Lorca’s\nBODAS DE SANGRE  \nTeatro Quarantine  \nEsperanza Arts Center presents Teatro Quarantine’s production of Lorca’s seminal work for the stage as you’ve never experienced it before – produced virtually with actors and sets in remote locations. In the face of the current lockdown\, necessity has again become the mother of invention and innovation as every actor has become their own costume designer\, set designer\, lighting designer\, technical director\, and crew member. The result? A gathering of incredible artists to create a unique fully virtual production of Bodas de Sangre! Bilingual\, online\, and full of DUENDE!   \n 
URL:https://www.esperanzaartscenter.us/event/bodas-de-sangre-episode-7/
CATEGORIES:Free,Online/Streaming,Theater
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201111T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201111T193000
DTSTAMP:20260516T084727
CREATED:20201015T125206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201111T141654Z
UID:1503-1605121200-1605123000@www.esperanzaartscenter.us
SUMMARY:Bodas de Sangre\, Episode 6
DESCRIPTION:Bodas de Sangre\nTeatro Quarantine \nEpisode 6   \nBodas de Sangre Act III. Starring William Márquez\, Isabel Sazak\, Daniel de Jesus\, Tanaquil Márquez\, Daniel Melo y Anthony Diaz. Directed by Tanaquil Márquez and edited by Gagik Ashark.   \nEsta noche La Novia y Leonardo escapes into the forest\, tragedy follows as La Luna y La Bendiga intervene.  \nWATCH: https://youtu.be/c02klL_LVZg\n___________________________________________________________________ \nFrederico Garcia Lorca’s\nBODAS DE SANGRE  \nTeatro Quarantine  \nEsperanza Arts Center presents Teatro Quarantine’s production of Lorca’s seminal work for the stage as you’ve never experienced it before – produced virtually with actors and sets in remote locations. In the face of the current lockdown\, necessity has again become the mother of invention and innovation as every actor has become their own costume designer\, set designer\, lighting designer\, technical director\, and crew member. The result? A gathering of incredible artists to create a unique fully virtual production of Bodas de Sangre! Bilingual\, online\, and full of DUENDE!   \n 
URL:https://www.esperanzaartscenter.us/event/bodas-de-sangre-episode-6/
CATEGORIES:Free,Online/Streaming,Theater
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201104T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201104T193000
DTSTAMP:20260516T084727
CREATED:20201015T125135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201104T152117Z
UID:1502-1604516400-1604518200@www.esperanzaartscenter.us
SUMMARY:Bodas de Sangre\, Episode 5
DESCRIPTION:Bodas de Sangre \nTeatro Quarantine \nEpisode 5   \nStarring Yajaira Paredes\, Arianne Bracho\, Tanaquil Márquez\, Victor Rodriguez\, Lorenza Bernasconi\, Daniel Melo\, Anthony Diaz\, Krystal Rosa\, and Emily Fernandez. Directed by Tanaquil Márquez and edited by Gagik Ashark.   \nEsta noche tension builds with the newlyweds\, their families and bloodlines. Boundaries are crossed and an impulse decision unravels a lifetime of regret.    \nWATCH: https://youtu.be/I5uLugBXufY\n___________________________________________________________________ \nFrederico Garcia Lorca’s\nBODAS DE SANGRE  \nTeatro Quarantine  \nEsperanza Arts Center presents Teatro Quarantine’s production of Lorca’s seminal work for the stage as you’ve never experienced it before – produced virtually with actors and sets in remote locations. In the face of the current lockdown\, necessity has again become the mother of invention and innovation as every actor has become their own costume designer\, set designer\, lighting designer\, technical director\, and crew member. The result? A gathering of incredible artists to create a unique fully virtual production of Bodas de Sangre! Bilingual\, online\, and full of DUENDE!   \n 
URL:https://www.esperanzaartscenter.us/event/bodas-de-sangre-episode-5/
CATEGORIES:Free,Online/Streaming,Theater
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201028T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201028T193000
DTSTAMP:20260516T084727
CREATED:20201015T125043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201023T163149Z
UID:1501-1603911600-1603913400@www.esperanzaartscenter.us
SUMMARY:Bodas de Sangre\, Episode 4
DESCRIPTION:Bodas de Sangre\nTeatro Quarantine\nEpisode 4     \nBodas de Sangre Act II. Starring Yajaira Paredes\, Arianne Bracho\, Joel Guerrero\, Lorenza Bernasconi\, Daniel Melo\, Anthony Diaz\, Betsai Gomez\, Krystal Rosa\, and Emily Fernandez. With cameos by Victor Rodriguez\, Estella Felder\, Gustavo Luna\, Mario Segovia\, Lici Gomez\, David Gomez\, Gael Gomez\, and  Katarina Gomez. Directed by Tanaquil Márquez\, assistant-directed by Yajaira Paredes and edited by Gagik Ashark\, with music by Daniel de Jesús.   \nEsta noche you are invited to the wedding of La Novia y El Novio! Everyone will be attending\, including Leonardo with unfinished business to layout.  \nWATCH: https://youtu.be/vAkobqnc4gk\n___________________________________________________________________ \nFrederico Garcia Lorca’s\nBODAS DE SANGRE  \nTeatro Quarantine  \nEsperanza Arts Center presents Teatro Quarantine’s production of Lorca’s seminal work for the stage as you’ve never experienced it before – produced virtually with actors and sets in remote locations. In the face of the current lockdown\, necessity has again become the mother of invention and innovation as every actor has become their own costume designer\, set designer\, lighting designer\, technical director\, and crew member. The result? A gathering of incredible artists to create a unique fully virtual production of Bodas de Sangre! Bilingual\, online\, and full of DUENDE!   \n 
URL:https://www.esperanzaartscenter.us/event/bodas-de-sangre-episode-3-copy/
CATEGORIES:Free,Online/Streaming,Theater
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