TORCHED!, Pregones/PRTT'S Musical About The Bronx Fires Is Back For Limited Run
Pregones/Puerto Rican Traveling Theater announces the much awaited full run of its original musical production TORCHED! on May 19-June 12, 2022. Pulsing to the beat of salsa, funk-disco, and hip-hop, TORCHED! alternates from 1970's New York—when news of Bronx fires filled the headlines—to the present day featuring personal accounts of survival.
Pregones/PRTT Kicks Off 2020/2021 Season With Digital Preview Of New Works
Pregones/Puerto Rican Traveling Theater (Pregones/PRTT)a?"NYC's longest-running theater company centering Puerto Rican and Latinx artistrya?"announces the opening of its 2020/2021 season with Remojo 2020: a preview of new works in development. Featuring five 30-minute especially produced episodes, Remojo 2020 will be broadcast FREE on Mondays at 7:30 p.m. EDT July 6-August 3 through Zoom, Pregones/PRTT's website, and additional digital platforms.
Broadway League's Charlotte St. Martin and Roundabout's Julia Levy Included in Mayor De Blasio's Arts, Culture & Entertainment Advisory Council
Today, Mayor Bill de Blasio appointed members to the following Sector Advisory Councils: Labor and Workforce; Large Business; Small Business; and Arts, Culture, and Entertainment. Sector Advisory Councils will inform the Administration's efforts to restart the economy and city life. The councils will serve as critical links to disseminate information about re-opening and provide guidance to shape the City's response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Membership of the councils on Faith, Construction and Real Estate, Non-Profits and Social Services, Public Health and Healthcare, Education and Vocational Training, and Surface Transportation will be announced in the coming days.
Casita Maria Center for Arts & Education Presents WE HAVE IRE
Casita Maria Center for Arts & Education, in partnership with Pregones Theater, is proud to present 'We Have Ire,' a free excerpt performance of the multi-disciplinary theater project, on March 9, 2019, 2 - 2:45 p.m. The performance combines spoken word and theater produced by Cuban-American writer, performer, Doris Duke; Artist and San Francisco resident Paul S. Flores; with live jazz music from artist Yosvany Terry; modern dance from Ramon Ramos Alayo; video projection by Eli Jacobs-Fantauzzi; and hip-hop beats from DJ Leydis. Directed by Rosalba Rolon.
Experience The Rich Arts, Music And Culture Of The South Bronx
at South Bronx Culture Trail Festival 2018: Somos Unidos
Casita Maria Center For Arts & Education and Bronx Music Heritage Center are proud to present the South Bronx Culture Trail Festival 2018: Somos Unidos. This fun, family-friendly festival celebrates the rich cultural contributions of the communities that make the South Bronx their home. In partnership with community based organizations, city agencies and charities, multiple events will be held throughout the South Bronx from May 31 through June 23, 2018 uniting communities, arts, culture, and wellness while promoting civic engagement.
Photo Coverage: SPAMILTON Celebrates Re-Opening at 47th Street Theater!
Spamilton, the comedic musical take on all things Hamilton and Broadway, opened last night at its new home at the 47th Street Theater/The Puerto Rican Traveling Theater. The new theater on 47th Street, which is just a block from its inspiration and main punchline, hosts the show for an open engagement.