David Broza & Friends Bring FROM HAIFA TO HAVANA To The Broad Stage
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 3, 2019
The Broad Stage is proud to announce the return of Israel's legendary singer-songwriter David Broza for the fifth consecutive year in his newest concert, From Haifa to Havana, on Sunday, December 22 at 7:30pm. Broza brings a unique Cuban twist to his hit songs through a collaboration with Trio Havana for a thrilling first night of Hanukkah celebration.
Hostos Center Presents A Salute To Richie Bonilla
by Stephi Wild - Sep 27, 2019
The Hostos Center for the Arts & Culture opens its 2019 Fall Season with a?oeA Salute to Richie Bonilla,a?? the long-time Latin Music Artist Manager, with a selection of artists he managed paying tribute in a star-studded concert on Saturday, October 12th at 7:30 PM in the Main Theater. There will be performances by the Puerto Rican singer/ songwriter and former Fania All-Star Ismael Miranda, singer Joe Bataan a?oeThe King of Latin Soul,a?? the Grammy Winning Cuban vocalist Albita, former Tito Puente vocalist Frankie Morales, timbalero Orlando Marin, known as a?oethe last Mambo King,a?? the highly energetic instrumental & vocal duo Los Hermanos Moreno, virtuoso flutist Connie Grossman and the Steven Oquendo Mambo Orchestra. Noted broadcaster Felipe Luciano will serve as Master of Ceremonies. A dance follows at 9:30 PM in the Hostos Café with DJ Brian MartÃnez spinning Salsa favorites.
BWW Review: CARMEN LA CUBANA at Admiralspalast Berlin - A Cuban 'Star is Born'
by Mark Janicello - Oct 5, 2018
Some performers walk on stage. Other performers make an 'entrance,' and then there is Luna Manzanares Nardo, the star and 'raison d'etre' for the touring production of CARMEN LA CUBANA.  Last night at the Admiralspalast, this gorgeous embodiment of Latin sensuality with a voice to match didn't 'make an entrance,' but rather devoured the entire production, the city of Berlin and most-probably the majority of northern Germany with a sexy blink of her eye and one quick flick of her pericon.
Boys & Girls Clubs Of Miami-Dade Hosts A Night In Havana During Its Annual Wild About Kids Gala
by Julie Musbach - Jul 3, 2018
On Saturday, Nov. 10, 2018, Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade will host its annual black-tie "Wild About Kids" Gala, with the exciting theme "A Night in Havana," at the JW Marriott Marquis Miami. Proceeds will benefit Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade's many positive programs, including after school programs, homework assistance, computer training, social skills, dance, arts & crafts, professional mentoring, and summer and athletic programs, for area children who need them the most.
HOME|YUVA Premieres at LaGuardia Performing Arts Center Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Oct 28, 2016
LaGuardia Performing Arts Center, located in Long Island City, presents the world premiere of the new play Home|Yuva written by Sami Berat Marcali. Directed by Ellie Heyman, the cast features Michael Cavadias, James Fluhr, Burcak Arya Gocmen, and Pailo Heitz.
HOME|YUVA to Premiere at LaGuardia Performing Arts Center This Fall
by BWW News Desk - Oct 17, 2016
LaGuardia Performing Arts Center, located in Long Island City, presents the world premiere of the new play Home|Yuva written by Sami Berat Marcali. Directed by Ellie Heyman, the cast features Michael Cavadias, James Fluhr, Burcak Arya Gocmen, and Pailo Heitz.
CUBA LIBRE World Premiere at Artists Rep Extends to November 15
by Sally Henry Fuller - Oct 2, 2015
Artists Repertory Theatre extends the world premiere production of the Broadway-scale new musical Cuba Libre through November 15. Due to robust advance ticket sales, Artists Rep has added a full week of performances, as well as additional shows within the originally announced run, even prior to the show's first preview performance on Saturday, October 3.
Anitta, C4 Trio Y Rafael 'Pollo' Brito & More Perform at Latin GRAMMY® Premiere
by Casey Judge - Nov 17, 2014
Producer/songwriter Erika Ender, along with The Latin Recording Academy® President/CEO Gabriel Abaroa Jr. and Chair of the Board of TrusteesLaura Tesoriero, will host The Latin GRAMMY® Premiere (#LatinGRAMMY), formerly known as the Latin GRAMMY Pre-Telecast Ceremony, which will precede the 15th Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards telecast.
Tributo a las Divas Cubanas Set for Harris Center, 6/27
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 6, 2014
Fans of Afro-Cuban-Latin music who love high-energy performances will be treated to the exciting song stylings of Cuban vocalist and former member of Bamboleo, Yordamis Mergret, as she takes audiences on an electrifying musical journey. Yordamis pays homage to legendary Cuban Divas Celia Cruz, La Lupe, Celeste Mendoza, and Graciela as the first performer in Harris Center for the Arts' Four Slices of Cuba, a Cuban music festival.