Auditorium Theatre Presents Lizt Alfonso Dance Cuba, 11/5-6

Experience the soul, energy, and passion of Cuba this November, when the Auditorium Theatre welcomes Lizt Alfonso Dance Cuba for two performances of its vibrant program Cuba Vibra! on November 5 and 6. The company explores Cuban music and dance from the 1950s to the present throughout Cuba Vibra!, effortlessly combining cha-cha, rumba, Flamenco, conga, bolero, mambo, and more - all the rhythms that resonate with the heart and soul. A seven-piece band with a vocalist will perform accompaniment right on the Auditorium Theatre's historic stage alongside 17 dancers.

"All steps interlock in perfect synchronization." - The New York Times

"Now is an ideal time to revel in the delights of a hot Havana night as this company brings its irresistible fusion of cha-cha, rumba, conga, bolero and mambo to the stage."­ - Chicago Sun-Times

On Sunday, November 6, the Auditorium Theatre will hold its annual Fall Gala at The Standard Club following the 3PM performance of Lizt Alfonso Dance Cuba. The Auditorium Theatre honors Edward S. Weil, Jr. with the inaugural Adler and Sullivan Award for his lasting contributions to the arts and the National Historic Landmark Auditorium Theatre. Mr. Weil is the great-grandson of Auditorium Theatre's original architect, Dankmar Adler.

The 2016-17 Dance Series Sponsor is NIB FOUNDATION. The presentation of Lizt Alfonso Dance Cuba is made possible through the generosity of DENISE LITTLEFIELD SOBEL. ThePASQUINELLI FAMILY FOUNDATION is the gracious sponsor for the 2016 Fall Gala.

Performance and Ticket Information

Lizt Alfonso Dance Cuba - Cuba Vibra!

Saturday, November 5 | 7:30PM

Sunday, November 6 | 3:00PM

Tickets start at $30, and are available online at AuditoriumTheatre.org, by phone at 312.341.2300, or in person at the Auditorium Theatre Box Office (50 E Congress Parkway). Discounts available for groups of 10+. Lizt Alfonso Dance Cuba is part of the International Dance Series, which offers a 30% discounted subscription online at AuditoriumTheatre.org.

For tickets or tables to the 2016 Fall Gala on Sunday, November 6, which includes a ticket to the performance, please contact Kelly Saroff by calling 312.341.2364 or email ksaroff@auditoriumtheatre.org.

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