Date
July 11, 2024
7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Admission
Free
Location
LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes, 501 N. Main St, Los Angeles
Presented by The Music Center, Ballet Hispánico and LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes
Join us for an exploration of Afro-Latine heritage and its profound impact on contemporary dance. Experience an intimate evening with Nadia Calmet, artist and educator, and Eduardo Vilaro, artistic director and CEO of Ballet Hispánico. They will share personal stories, creative processes and the powerful narratives that inspire their artistry. The evening's theme focuses on the enduring spirit of resilience and celebration within Afro-Latine communities, highlighting the historical and contemporary struggles, triumphs and cultural expressions that shape their identity. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to celebrate the resilience, vibrancy, and enduring legacy of Afro-Latine culture in the world of dance—a powerful narrative of joy and cultural pride.
Featured Panelists
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Eduardo Vilaro
Artistic Director & CEO
Ballet Hispánico -
Nadia Calmet
Artist & Educator
Additional Event Information
Getting There
LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes
501 N. Main St
Los Angeles, CA 90012
What can I bring?
This free event will take place outdoors at LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes' garden. Guests are welcome to bring folding chairs, blankets and a picnic.
Ballet Hispánico's Doña Perón
July 12-14, 2024
Dorothy Chandler Pavilion
For over 50 years, Ballet Hispánico has been the leading voice in intersecting artistic excellence and advocacy. Described as a “milestone” and “breakthrough” by The New York Times, Doña Perón is an explosive portrait of Eva “Evita” Perón, one of the most recognizable and controversial women in Argentinian history. Colombian-Belgian choreographer Annabelle Lopez Ochoa explores these diverging legacies and more in her evening-length work for Ballet Hispánico and reclaims the narrative of the iconic Latina figure.