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SUMMARY:Street Heroines
DESCRIPTION:  \n \n  \nTickets Here!\n  \nStreet Heroines \n \nScreening & Conversation \nfeaturing opening short \n  \nI AM DANNY TORRES \n \n  \nSaturday\, April 13\, 2024\, 7:30pm \nTEATRO ESPERANZA \n  \n$15\, General Admission \nStudents & Seniors FREE \n  \nJuxtaposing the experiences of Latina artists from New York City\, Mexico City\, and São Paulo as they navigate a male-dominated subculture to establish artistic identities within chaotic urban landscapes\, Street Heroines combines anecdotes from pioneering artists including Lady Pink\, Swoon\, and Toofly in this first-of-its-kind film to capture the collective outcry of female street artists. \n  \nStreet Heroines Official Trailer: https://youtu.be/DcIgwOhUKnU \n  \nCreated by Abigail Torres\, Somos Society: I Am Danny Torres is part of a series of short documentaries highlighting the everyday people of Philadelphia’s Puerto Rican Community and showing what it takes to make our community beautiful while teaching Puerto Rico’s rich culture in Philadelphia. \n  \nI Am Danny Torres Official Trailer: https://youtu.be/EjMNVkQvYwI?si=TM04_BIioLD-eruD \nFeatured Panelists \nErick Barragán Ramírez (Moderator) \nAlexandra Henry (Director) \nMichelle Angela Ortiz (Artist) \nManuela Guillén (Artist) \n  \nPart of VOCES Series 23/24 \n  \nOfficial Trailer: \nhttps://youtu.be/DcIgwOhUKnU \n 
URL:https://www.esperanzaartscenter.us/event/street-heroines/
CATEGORIES:Voces Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240407T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240407T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T182207
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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:20240323T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240323T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T182207
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240223T183147Z
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SUMMARY:Poesía en Movimiento Bailando con Maria
DESCRIPTION:Poesía en Movimiento Bailando con Maria \nWORLD PREMIERE \n  \nPhiladelphia Ballet II \n  \nSaturday\, March 23\, 2024 \n3:00pm \n  \nTEATRO ESPERANZA \nGeneral Admission: $15\, Adults \nChildren\, Students & Seniors FREE \n  \nLiving in Mexico\, young Maria wants to carve her own path in life. Her parents dream of her becoming a doctor or a soccer player\, but dance is the only passion that lives in Maria’s heart.   Join Maria as her dreams take her across stages in Latin America where she performs cultural dances from Mexican folk dance\, flamenco\, tango\, salsa\, and more. \n  \nChoreographed by Philadelphia Ballet II Director\, Eddy Tovar\, and narrated by Kela Cordova. \n  \nPart of VOCES Series 23/24 
URL:https://www.esperanzaartscenter.us/event/poesia-en-movimiento/
CATEGORIES:Dance,Music,Voces Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240315T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240315T213000
DTSTAMP:20260416T182207
CREATED:20230821T192011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240308T145447Z
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SUMMARY:Stand Up! Latina Comics
DESCRIPTION:  \nStand Up! Latina Comics  \nwith Che Guerrero  \nPerformance in SPANISH \n  \nFriday\, March 15\, 2024  \n7:30pm  \n  \nTEATRO ESPERANZA   \nGeneral Admission: $15\, Adults  \nStudents & Seniors FREE  \n                                                                              \nComedian\, playwright\, and writer Che Guerrero returns to the Esperanza Theater to present an evening of comedy featuring top Latina comedians\, such as Laura Bolívar\, Natalia de los Santos\, and Audrey Mora. Join us for a night full of laughter!  \n  \nPart of VOCES Series 23/24 
URL:https://www.esperanzaartscenter.us/event/stand-up-latina-comics/
CATEGORIES:Voces Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240216T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240216T203000
DTSTAMP:20260416T182207
CREATED:20230821T191332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240126T184808Z
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SUMMARY:LatinX Composers – Astral Artists
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \nLatinX Composers – Astral Artists  \nDaniel de Jesus WORLD PREMIERE  \n                                          \nFriday\, February 16\, 2024  \n6:30pm  \n  \nTEATRO ESPERANZA   \nGeneral Admission: $15\, Adults  \nStudents & Seniors FREE  \n  \nAstral Artist’s roster of emerging virtuosos returns to the Teatro with chamber music by Latin American composers\, including the world premiere of a new work by Daniel de Jesus.   \n  \nProgram \nDaniel de Jesús – Interview *World Premiere* (3 Solo Movements) \nSteven Gerber – Three Folk Song Transformations (Trio) \nGermán Darío Pérez (Colombia) Ancestro – Bambuco (Piano Solo) \nRemo Pignoni (Argentina) Por el sur – Huella (Piano Solo) \nMoisés Moleiro (Venezuela) Joropo (Piano Solo) \nAlberto Ginastera (Argentina) – Pameana Op. 16 (Violin/Piano Duo) \nAstor Piazzolla (Argentina) – Le Grand Tango (Cello/Piano Duo) \n  \nPerformers \nKatie Hyun\, violin \nLuiz Fernando Venturelli\, cello \nPriscila Navarro\, piano
URL:https://www.esperanzaartscenter.us/event/latinx-composers-astral-artists-2/
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240127T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240127T213000
DTSTAMP:20260416T182207
CREATED:20230821T190703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230821T190703Z
UID:1831-1706383800-1706391000@www.esperanzaartscenter.us
SUMMARY:Retrato: Suzzette Ortiz
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \nRetrato: Suzzette Ortiz   \nEAC 2023/2024 Artist In Residence  \n  \nSaturday\, January 27\, 2024  \n7:30pm  \n  \nTEATRO ESPERANZA   \nGeneral Admission: $15\, Adults  \nStudents & Seniors FREE  \n                                                                              \nMultifaceted composer and performer\, Suzzette Ortiz\, curates and performs a kaleidoscopic retrospective of her work spanning Classical\, Latin\, Choral Music\, and Jazz featuring young performers and internationally celebrated musicians.  \n  \nPart of VOCES Series 23/24 
URL:https://www.esperanzaartscenter.us/event/retrato-suzzette-ortiz/
CATEGORIES:Music,Voces Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231216T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231216T213000
DTSTAMP:20260416T182207
CREATED:20230821T185551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231011T165900Z
UID:1830-1702755000-1702762200@www.esperanzaartscenter.us
SUMMARY:Little Mass for Christmas
DESCRIPTION:  \nLittle Mass for Christmas – WORLD PREMIERE  \nVivaldi – Gloria in D Major\, RV 589 \nChamber Orchestra of Philadelphia  \nSaturday\, December 16\, 2023  \n7:30pm  \n  \nTEATRO ESPERANZA   \nGeneral Admission: $15\, Adults  \nStudents & Seniors FREE  \nComposer Evan Williams conducts the world premiere of his Baroque and Medieval-inspired “A Little Mass for Christmas.” Countertenor Reginald Mobley leads a chorus of voices in this intimate interpretation of ancient text and musical tradition and features alongside soprano Sage DeAgro-Ruopp as soloist in Vivaldi’s Gloria in D Major\, RV 589. \nThis performance is part of “Recomposing the Past: An African American Perspective” and has been supported by The Pew Center for Arts & Heritage
URL:https://www.esperanzaartscenter.us/event/little-mass-for-christmas/
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231209T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231209T210000
DTSTAMP:20260416T182207
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:20260416T182207
CREATED:20231129T163213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231129T163213Z
UID:1877-1702054800-1702065600@www.esperanzaartscenter.us
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:20231118T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231118T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T182207
CREATED:20230821T184343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230821T184343Z
UID:1828-1700319600-1700326800@www.esperanzaartscenter.us
SUMMARY:Latina Children’s Stories
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \nLatina Children’s Stories  \nStorytime with Stephanie Brown  \n  \nSaturday\, November 18\, 2023  \n3:00pm  \n  \nTEATRO ESPERANZA   \nGeneral Admission: $5\, Adults  \nChildren & Seniors FREE  \n  \nBring the whole family for games\, balloons\, storytime\, and other fun activities! Philadelphia-based children’s author\, Dr. Stephanie Brown\, reads stories for children featuring female characters and writers from Latin America.   \n  \nPart of VOCES Series 23/24 
URL:https://www.esperanzaartscenter.us/event/latina-childrens-stories/
CATEGORIES:Family Series,Voces Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231027T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231027T210000
DTSTAMP:20260416T182207
CREATED:20230821T175909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230821T175909Z
UID:1827-1698435000-1698440400@www.esperanzaartscenter.us
SUMMARY:¡Conexiones! Puerto Rico
DESCRIPTION:  \n¡Conexiones! Puerto Rico  \nOrchestra 2001: Roberto Sierra WORLD PREMIERE \n  \nFriday\, October 27\, 2023 \n7:30pm \n  \nTEATRO ESPERANZA \nGeneral Admission: $15 \nStudents & Seniors FREE \n  \nOrchestra 2001 continues its annual ¡Conexiones! series at Esperanza Arts Center this season featuring contemporary classical music from Puerto Rico. The concert will include the world premiere of Latin Grammy-winning composer Roberto Sierra’s “Canciones de amor” based on poetry of Julia de Burgos; and works by composer and multi-instrumentalist Angélica Negrón. \n  \nPart of VOCES Series 23/24 
URL:https://www.esperanzaartscenter.us/event/conexiones-puerto-rico/
CATEGORIES:Music,Voces Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230918T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230918T193000
DTSTAMP:20260416T182207
CREATED:20230831T172953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230831T175608Z
UID:1850-1695060000-1695065400@www.esperanzaartscenter.us
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:20230916T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230916T213000
DTSTAMP:20260416T182207
CREATED:20230810T185208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230821T185156Z
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SUMMARY:Arte en las Calles
DESCRIPTION:OPERA IN THE PARK  \n6:00pm – 9:30pm\, Saturday\, September 16\, 2023 \nEsperanza Parking Lot (entrance on 4th & Bristol Street)  \nBring the whole family for an evening of live performances\, Latin music\, food trucks\, and opera on the big screen at Esperanza!  \n6:00   Local business fair with face painting\, balloon art\, and more\n7:00   Live performances by Magdaliz and Her Latin Ensemble Crisol\, soprano Ethel Trujillo\, pianist Ting Ting Wong\, and others\n7:30   Outdoor movie screening of Humperdinck’s Hansel and Gretel (Spanish and English subtitles)  \nIn Opera Ithaca’s 90-minute adaptation of Engelbert Humperdinck’s classic\, two children lost in the woods are captured by a celebrity chef witch\, who hosts the kids on her cooking show as both the guest stars…and the main ingredients.  \nPublic Transportation: Esperanza is located along SEPTA Bus Line 47.\nParking: Free parking available  \nFree and open to the public.\n \nRegistration encouraged but not required.  \nArte en las Calles – Opera in the Park is a collaboration between Esperanza Arts Center and Opera Philadelphia.
URL:https://www.esperanzaartscenter.us/event/arte-en-las-calles-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230904T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230904T193000
DTSTAMP:20260416T182207
CREATED:20230831T171954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230831T175302Z
UID:1848-1693846800-1693855800@www.esperanzaartscenter.us
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:20260416T182207
CREATED:20230616T142137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230616T142137Z
UID:1817-1687446000-1687464000@www.esperanzaartscenter.us
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:20230610T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230610T123000
DTSTAMP:20260416T182207
CREATED:20220812T215236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220816T164240Z
UID:1745-1686393000-1686400200@www.esperanzaartscenter.us
SUMMARY:Stories from the Caribbean
DESCRIPTION:Storytime and Activities with Dr. Stephanie Brown \nBring the whole family for games\, balloons\, storytime\, and other fun activities\, as Philadelphia-based children’s author\, Stephanie Brown\, reads her new book and other stories for children by writers from the Caribbean. \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/.
URL:https://www.esperanzaartscenter.us/event/stories-from-the-caribbean/
CATEGORIES:Family Series,Voces Series
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230513T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230513T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T182207
CREATED:20230425T135242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230425T135242Z
UID:1799-1683982800-1683990000@www.esperanzaartscenter.us
SUMMARY:Cinderella/Cenicienta
DESCRIPTION:International Ballet Exchange and partners Esperanza Arts Center and Taller Puertorriqueño present the world premiere of a new ballet by Christina Castro-Tauser\, Cinderella/Cenicienta\, a delightful new take on the charming fairy tale favorite. \nOne performance only: Saturday\, May 13\, 1pm\, at Teatro Esperanza (4261 N. 5th Street\, Philadelphia\, 19140). Family fun activities pre-show 11:45-12:45. \nALL TICKETS: $15. Free parking.
URL:https://www.esperanzaartscenter.us/event/cinderella-cenicienta/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230512T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230512T213000
DTSTAMP:20260416T182207
CREATED:20220822T141449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220822T141449Z
UID:1747-1683919800-1683927000@www.esperanzaartscenter.us
SUMMARY:Piffaro
DESCRIPTION:Renaissance Music from South America \nThe written tradition of a melody without accompaniment goes back centuries. Piffaro and AMLA will explore and perform sacred and secular music from 16th and 17th century Peru\, Paraguay\, and Bolivia for singers\, winds\, and plucked strings.
URL:https://www.esperanzaartscenter.us/event/piffaro/
CATEGORIES:Music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230422T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230422T213000
DTSTAMP:20260416T182207
CREATED:20220812T215119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230405T152008Z
UID:1743-1682191800-1682199000@www.esperanzaartscenter.us
SUMMARY:Kun-Yang Lin/Dancers
DESCRIPTION:KYL/D returns to the Teatro stage with a program that spotlights performances by company dancer\, Keila Perez-Vega – featuring a post-performance interactive salsa lesson led by Keila Perez-Vega. \nSocial distancing and masks welcome but not required. 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/kun-yang-lin-dancers/
CATEGORIES:Dance,Online/Streaming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230324T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230324T213000
DTSTAMP:20260416T182207
CREATED:20220812T215047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221117T162908Z
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SUMMARY:Landfall
DESCRIPTION:Screening and Conversation \nThrough shard-like glimpses of everyday life in post-Hurricane María Puerto Rico\, LANDFALL is a cautionary tale for our times. Set against the backdrop of protests that toppled the US colony’s governor in 2019\, the film offers a prismatic portrait of collective trauma and resistance. Featuring intimate encounters with Puerto Ricans as well as the newcomers flooding the island\, LANDFALL reflects on a question of contemporary global relevance: when the world falls apart\, who do we become? \nPost-screening conversation and talkback with Associate Producer/Narrator\, Lale Namerrow Pastor.\nTrailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p1RAKj25efs \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/.
URL:https://www.esperanzaartscenter.us/event/landfall/
CATEGORIES:Cinema Series,Voces Series
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230319T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230319T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T182207
CREATED:20230315T195034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230315T195034Z
UID:1790-1679238000-1679245200@www.esperanzaartscenter.us
SUMMARY:Eastern University Theatre Department Presents  Working\, A Musical
DESCRIPTION:Eastern University’s Theatre department is proud to present Working\, a musical based on the book by Studs Terkel\, adapted by Stephen Schwartz and Nina Faso. The musical features songs from Craig Carnelia\, Micki Grant\, Lin-Manuel Miranda\, Mary Rodgers and Susan Birkenhead\, Stephen Schwartz\, and James Taylor.  \nStuds Terkel explains that Working is about a search “for daily meaning as well as daily bread\, for recognition as well as cash . . . for a sort of life rather than a Monday through Friday sort of dying. Perhaps immortality too\, is part of the quest. To be remembered was the wish\, spoken and unspoken\, of the heroes and heroines of this book.” \nThat book is now a musical with monologues created from interviews with local community members including Sergeant Santiago\, a Philadelphia police officer and part-time English professor at Esperanza College. Sergeant Santiago has worked the streets for over a decade and his passion for the Kensington and Esperanza community shines through even the darkest night shift.  \nThe cast and crew created a localized version of the musical featuring a cast of 17 undergraduate students who bring to life the difficult\, honest\, and hilarious facets of working in America over the last several decades. A five-person pit band composed of students and local musicians makes for a highly entertaining afternoon of theatre. \nWorking is a family-friendly musical. \nIn person tickets are $5 for general admission and free for seniors students. You may also live-stream this performance by purchasing tickets here.
URL:https://www.esperanzaartscenter.us/event/eastern-university-theatre-department-presents-working-a-musical/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230217T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230217T213000
DTSTAMP:20260416T182207
CREATED:20220812T214928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230123T171233Z
UID:1740-1676662200-1676669400@www.esperanzaartscenter.us
SUMMARY:Stand Up!
DESCRIPTION:Latino Comedians Rojo Perez\, with Che Guerrero\, Laura Bolivar\, and Jesse Pedraza \nFriday\, February 17\, 2023\, 7:30pm-9:00pm\nTEATRO ESPERANZA \n$10\, General Admission\nStudents & Seniors FREE\nPay As You Wish Livestream \nEsperanza Arts Center Artist-In-Residence comedian\, playwright\, and Tik-Tok sensation\, Che Guerrero hosts an evening of bilingual stand-up comedy featuring Rojo Perez\, with Laura Bolivar and Jesse Pedraza. \nSocial distancing is recommended and masks are welcome 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/stand-up/
CATEGORIES:Online/Streaming,Theater,Voces Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230128T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230128T213000
DTSTAMP:20260416T182207
CREATED:20220812T214843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220816T164637Z
UID:1739-1674934200-1674941400@www.esperanzaartscenter.us
SUMMARY:The Perfect Latino
DESCRIPTION:Javier Ávila \nAward-winning Poet\, Actor\, and Educator\, Javier Ávila\, returns to Esperanza Arts Center with his new one-man show\, The Perfect Latino\, which blends comedy and poetry to explore the American Latino experience. The show draws on the arts\, education\, and entertainment to deliver a message about diversity\, inclusion\, race\, and representation. \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/.
URL:https://www.esperanzaartscenter.us/event/the-perfect-latino/
CATEGORIES:Theater,Voces Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230122T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230122T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T182207
CREATED:20221221T195508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221221T195614Z
UID:1772-1674403200-1674417600@www.esperanzaartscenter.us
SUMMARY:C4 Trio
DESCRIPTION:TEATRO ESPERANZA \n4pm Sunday\, January 22\, 2023 \nEsperanza Arts Center partner\, Casa de Venezuela welcomes three-time Latin Grammy-winning ensemble C4 Trio – considered the best cuatro performers in the world – back to Philadelphia. \nTICKETS \n12 and over \n$35.00 Presale (before 1/1/23) \n$40.00 After 1/1/23 \n$50.00 Day of the Performance \nUnder 12 \n$20.00
URL:https://www.esperanzaartscenter.us/event/c4-trio/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221220T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221220T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T182207
CREATED:20221206T192031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221206T192040Z
UID:1770-1671559200-1671566400@www.esperanzaartscenter.us
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:20260416T182207
CREATED:20220812T214501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220822T142049Z
UID:1736-1671219000-1671226200@www.esperanzaartscenter.us
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221210T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221210T210000
DTSTAMP:20260416T182207
CREATED:20221117T163048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221117T163048Z
UID:1766-1670698800-1670706000@www.esperanzaartscenter.us
SUMMARY:A Winter’s Dream
DESCRIPTION:From an enchanted winter forest to the glowing Northern Lights\, take a magical journey through a world of dance in A Winter’s Dream\, created and choreographed by Christina Castro-Tauser. International Ballet Exchange invites audiences of all ages to the beautiful Teatro Esperanza (4261 N. 5th Street\, Philadelphia 19140)\, on Saturday\, December 10. Two shows only: 1 and 7pm. All tickets $25. Free parking. Seating is limited\, so purchase early.
URL:https://www.esperanzaartscenter.us/event/a-winters-dream-2/
CATEGORIES:Dance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221210T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221210T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T182207
CREATED:20221117T163009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221117T163009Z
UID:1765-1670677200-1670684400@www.esperanzaartscenter.us
SUMMARY:A Winter’s Dream
DESCRIPTION:From an enchanted winter forest to the glowing Northern Lights\, take a magical journey through a world of dance in A Winter’s Dream\, created and choreographed by Christina Castro-Tauser. International Ballet Exchange invites audiences of all ages to Teatro Esperanza on Saturday\, December 10. Two shows only: 1 and 7pm. All tickets $25. Free parking. Seating is limited\, so purchase early.
URL:https://www.esperanzaartscenter.us/event/a-winters-dream/
CATEGORIES:Dance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221208T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221208T213000
DTSTAMP:20260416T182207
CREATED:20220812T214331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220816T164349Z
UID:1735-1670527800-1670535000@www.esperanzaartscenter.us
SUMMARY:Miguel Zenón
DESCRIPTION:Latin Jazz \nDescribed as a composer who is “reestablishing the artistic\, cultural\, and social tradition of jazz while creating an entirely new jazz language for the 21st century\,” multiple Grammy nominee\, MacArthur Genius\, and Guggenheim Fellow\, Jazz saxophonist and composer\, Miguel Zenón\, will lead a performance of classic and original Latin Jazz with his ensemble. \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/.
URL:https://www.esperanzaartscenter.us/event/miguel-zenon/
CATEGORIES:Music,Voces Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221203T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221203T213000
DTSTAMP:20260416T182207
CREATED:20220812T214222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221005T164421Z
UID:1734-1670095800-1670103000@www.esperanzaartscenter.us
SUMMARY:Música en tus Manos
DESCRIPTION:Hailed as “an adventurous ensemble” (The New York Times) and “One of the most dynamic groups in the US” (The Huffington Post)\, the Dolce Suono Ensemble will present a program of chamber music by Latino composers’ Ernesto Lecuona\, Astor Piazzolla\, María Grever\, Consuelo Velázquez\, Samuel Zyman\, Charles Abramovic\, and a world premiere by Daniel de Jesús. \nPerformers: \nMimi Stillman\, flute \nCelina Velez\, violin \nGabriel Cabezas\, cello \nCharles Abramovic\, piano \nGabriel Globus-Hoenich\, percussion \n \nAnd featuring a side-by-side performance with students from Esperanza Academy and AMLA! \nPerformances will be presented at limited capacity in the Teatro. Social distancing is recommended and masks are welcome throughout the event regardless of vaccination status. For Esperanza’s current COVID safety policies and restrictions\, visit https://www.esperanza.us/esperanza-visitor/.
URL:https://www.esperanzaartscenter.us/event/musica-en-tus-manos/
CATEGORIES:Music
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