Join us for a morning of entertainment as we showcase Hispanic culture.
Attire:
Casual
Location:
Downtown Houston, Texas
Contact:
Francisco Rodriguez
Phone:
713-695-5980
E-mail:
Website:
Event:
East Meets West
Date:
Saturday, May 1, 2009
Time:
8:00 pm - 10:30 pm
Cost:
Free
Organization:
Dance of Asian America
Purpose:
Dance of Asian America, led by Director Janie Yao, will present all new, authentic, award-winning choreography from China. Dance of Asian America is Houston's premiere non-profit Chinese Dance Company presenting dance by national award-winning dancers from China and professionally trained local dancers. The evening s performances range from classical to cutting-edge contemporary. Many of the dances are inspired by nature, portraying a painted sky, willows in the wind, and blossoms in the rain. The presentation of Eastern dances will also include top dancers from Chinatown's Mitsi Dancing School in new choreography from the heart of China. This exciting evening in the park will be fun for the whole family. Hope to see you there!
Notes:
Representing the West are four highly esteemed local dance companies: Revolve Dance Company is led by Directors Amy Cain and Dawn Dippel (named by Dance Magazine as one of the top 25 dancers to watch in 2008*). Ad Deum Dance Company will perform Prophet, choreographed by Steve Rooks of Martha Graham Dance Company. Set in classic Graham style, this piece is Rooks memorial to his work with Martha Graham. Barbara King Dance Company will present a medley of Latin ballroom dances. Rounding things out for the West is Wyld Styl with hip hop that goes way beyond entertainment through stunning synchronized popping and ever-shifting formations.
Annual Cinco de Mayo Celebration at Miller Outdoor Theatre
Date:
Sunday, May 2, 2010
Time:
6:00 pm
Cost:
Free
Organization:
Comité Patriotico de Houston
Purpose:
Educational
Notes:
The Cinco de Mayo event at the Miller Outdoor Theatre has become tradition for the Hispanic community in Houston. Every year we strive to give our community a taste and experience of our culture. Like each year, we bring local talent such as dancers, singers, performers, musicians and more!
Attire:
As you are.
Location:
Miller Outdoor Theatre at 6000 Hermann Park Dr., Houston, Texas 77002
Multicultural Education and Counseling through the Arts (MECA)
Purpose:
Entertainment
Notes:
Pianist Omar Herrera-Arizmendi, Artist in Residence, and Angelica Salazar Turner will showcase traditional and contemporary music and dance in celebration of the 100th anniversary of the Mexican Revolution. Explore Mexican music and dance starting from the Mexican Revolution forward over the course of five movements. The program seeks to promote Mexican artists in various disciplines, performing high-quality art. Choreography by G. Armando Silva. Presented in collaboration with the Mexican Consulate.
The parade attracts 250+ vehicles and other entries from 23 states along with Canada and Mexico. Parade entries include anything on wheels from unicycles to lawnmowers.
Attire:
Casual
Location:
Allen Parkway (between Taft & Bagby), Houston, Texas
Bigger and better than ever, and with new performers! Experience this exhilarating marriage of symphonic music to artistry, balance and strength. The Houston Symphony breathes musical life into every move of soaring aerial artists, unbelievable strongmen, a hand balancer - and the Spanish Web!
Attire:
Location:
Houston Symphony at 615 Louisiana Street, Suite 102 Houston, Texas 77002