HotHouse presents Idilio
Flamenco music trio, Idilio, combines traditional sound with original vocals and accompaniment. Musicians, Chiara Mangiameli, Diego Alonso and Kassandra Kocoshis are influenced by both education and individual roots. Diego’s interest in jazz and its influence on modern flamenco compositions, Kassandra’s versatility and education in classical percussion, and Chiara’s roots based in her bulerías rendition of a popular Italian song combine for a truly unique sound. Idilio’s self titled debut is a culmination of a year’s worth of rehearsals, a reflection of the musicians’ individual flamenco studies and collaborating artist/teacher influences. Due out January 2009
Friday, December 12
“HotLoft” (above Fizz bar and grill)
3220 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago, IL 60657
Doors 8:30pm | Idilio 9pm | Mwelwa 10:30pm
$5
Tickets
Loteria! Student Art Show
Galeria Calmecac, Casa Aztlan-2nd floor
Friday, December, 12th, 2008 at 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Apprentices in the After School Matters Program at Casa Aztlan exhibit their work and celebrate the end of the semester. Light Refreshments and appetizers will be served. Participating Artists: Mikaela Alencastro, Diego Barragan, Lizette Barrera, Natalie Brito, Jorge Castaneda, Zudy Escobar, Yaneli Gonzalez, Rafael Guerrero, Mark King, Ivan Morales, Maya Torres, Yollot Torres, Jasmine Wilson Lead Artist: Robert Valadez
1831 S. Racine
20 contemporary artists from Mexico City
Bradley Narduzzi, Curro Gómez, Eduardo Alcobé, Emilio Said, Gabriela Rosado, Marcela Herbert, Marcela Rosado, Mario Barron, Pablo Castillo, Ricardo Villasana, Rivelino, Rocio Caballero, Tatiana Montoya, Teri Tito, Vanessa García, Vicente Vertiz, Xaweri Wolsky
November 14, 2008 – January 12, 2009
ZHOUB B. ART CENTER
1029 W 35th Street.
Chicago, IL 60609
773.523.0200
Paul Sierra: Colored Earth
Ongoing through Dec 13.
Aldo Castillo Gallery
233 W Huron St.
312-337-2536
Preview Paul Sierra’s work here
Shortmetraje
Shortmetraje
2007-2008, Various directors, Spain, 90 min.
In a cloud of turmoil and hallucinatory imagination, these directors present their wildest hopes and dreams in different forms, from experimental plays to shouts of happiness. The program includes LIBRA (4 min.) by Carlota Coronado; SAID’S JOURNEY (EL VIAJE DE SAID, 12 min.) by Coke Riobóo; SUMMER OR THE FLAWS OF ANDRÉS (VERANO O LOS DEFECTOS DE ANDRÉS, 22 min.) by Jorge Torregrosa; THE HAPPY MAN (EL HOMBRE FELIZ, 14 min.) by Lucina Gilm; MACHINE (MAQUINA, 16 min.) by Gabe Ibañez; and TRAUMATOLOGY (TRAUMATALOGÍA, 22 min.) by Daniel Sánchez Arévalo. In Spanish with English subtitles. 35mm.—description courtesy of Pragda.
Friday, December 12, 7:45 pm
Wednesday, December 17, 8:15 pm
Gene Siskel Film Center
164 North State Street
312-846-2600
IN THE CITY OF SYLVIA
(EN LA CIUDAD DE SYLVIA
2007, José Luis, Guerín, Spain, 84 min.
With Xavier Lafitte, Pilar López de Ayala
In an unnamed city (Strasbourg), an artist spots a beautiful young woman whom he thinks he met six years ago, and he begins to follow her… Containing almost no dialogue and even less plot, IN THE CITY OF SYLVIA is extraordinarily rich in every other respect, orchestrating ambient sounds and fleeting images into a spellbinding city symphony. VERTIGO, L’ECLISSE, and FOUR NIGHTS OF A DREAMER are reference points for this enchanting film, which transforms wandering through the city into a magical maze of vision and memory. In French with English subtitles. 35mm. (MR)
Friday, December 12, 6:00 pm
Monday, December 15, 8:00 pm
Gene Siskel Film Center
164 North State Street
312-846-2600
Posada Magica
This is the poignant story of Gracie, a 14 year old who reluctantly joins her neighborhood posada on Christmas Eve. Gracie’s journey leads past a cast of colorful and imaginative characters, from a crisis of faith to a reconciliation with life and a discovery of who she is. This captivating and delightful musical play will be performed in a concert reading.
Teatro Vista…Theatre with a View is at the forefront of the Latino theatre movement in the U.S. Chicago and ensemble based Teatro Vista is universally redefining the American landscape through the use of new, provocative and unique voices that reflect the Latino experience in the U.S. After 17 years of existence it has empowered and encouraged “first voice” among the community and its artists.
$5 for children and $10 for adults.
Tickets can be purchased at the door.
Reservations can be made by calling 312-666-4959.
Reservations are not required.
Friday December 5 7:00 PM
Saturday December 6 7:00 PM
Sunday December 7 2:00 PM
Friday December 12 7:00 PM
Saturday December 13 7:00 PM
Little Village Lawndale High School
3120 South Kostner Avenue
Chicago, IL
Tango Classes – Milonga
Tango Classes with Burak and Maria
Every Tuesday starting November 11
7:30 – 9:00 p.m. Beginner Level Tango
9:00 – 10:30 p.m. Intermediate/Advanced Tango
$15 drop in or session 6 weeks $75
Every Friday starting November 7 Milonga Éclectique
8:30 – 10:00 pm Complementary class by Milton (All Levels)
10:00 – 3:00 am Éclectique Milonga
DJ: El Turco (Great selection of Golden Age, Alternative and Electrotango music)
Coffee, tea, light snacks, BYOB
$15/$10 (for students with ID)
ARTango Center
4011 N Ravenswood Chicago IL
JARRED: A Santeria, Brujeria, Hoodoo Comedy by Tanya Saracho
When a terrible split turns Alicia’s world upside down, she turns to Folk Magic to heal her suffering. With the help of her friends, and some enchanting magi, Alicia mines the underworlds of Brujeria, Santeria, and Hoodoo for magic recipes, age-old traditions and ancient jar spells looking for a cure.
Written by Tanya Saracho (Co-Artistic Director of Teatro Luna), and based on real and extended exchanges with practitioners of each craft, Jarred: A Hoodoo Comedy explores one of the best kept secrets in the Latino community.
Featuring Ensemble Members: Gina Cornejo, Yadira Correa, Dana Cruz, Miranda Gonzalez and Suzette Mayobre
Directed by Belinda Cervantes and Tanya Saracho
Oct 31 – Dec 14
Thursday – Saturday 7:30pm, Sunday 6:00pm
Chicago Dramatists
1105 W. Chicago Ave.
For more information 773.878.LUNA
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Pedro Meyer Heresies
Mexican Photographer Pedro Meyer (b.1935) is as renowned for his powerful and provocative photographs as he is for his pioneer work since the early 1900s with digital imaging. The Herejias exhibition will open this same week in over 60 museums worldwide.
Exhibition continues through February 1, 2009
Museum Hours 10 AM – 5 PM
Tuesday – Sunday
National Museum of Mexican Art
1852 W. 19th Street
Chicago , IL 60608
‘Perspectives’
Through December 12th, 2008
La Vida Sin Fin – Day of the Dead 2008
The National Museum of Mexican Art presents:
La Vida Sin Fin
Day of the Dead 2008
September 26 – December 14, 2008
1852 W. 19th Street, Chicago, IL 60608
For more information, please call 312-738-1503 or visit
The National Museum of Mexican Art hosts its 22nd annual Día de los Muertos exhibition, La Vida Sin Fin. This year’s exhibition honors the student demonstrators killed ten days prior to the 1968 Summer Olympics by the Mexican government in the Tlatelolco massacre. A special reading and discussion on October 4 by the renowned Mexican journalist and author that broke the story, Elena Poniatowska will help commemorate the memory of those killed forty years ago in Mexico City.
This is the largest annual Day of the Dead exhibition in the United States that will include works of art from throughout Mexico and the United States. Participating artists help us observe one of the most unique celebrations of the year through these beautiful works of art and ofrendas. Local artists include: Gladys Carrillo, Sergio Gomez, Joan Hackett Romero, Judithe Hernandez, and Diana Solís.
For a complete schedule, please visit www.nationalmuseumofmexicanart.org
Made in Pilsen III
Over 60 emerging to well-known artists from the Pilsen community in one space. Artists include: Roberto Ferreyra, Felipe Figueroa, Magda DeJose, Ricardo Hernandez, Jeff Maldonado, and Eufemio Pulido
Prospectus Art Gallery
1210 W. 18th St.
312.733.6132
The Aztec World
A Unique View of a Mighty Empire
Exclusive Exhibition at Chicago’s Field Museum
October 31, 2008 through April 19, 2009
Explore the grandeur and complexity of one of the world’s great civilizations. Within the span of 200 years, the Aztecs went from a nomadic group to one of the most powerful and influential societies ever, leaving behind a legacy that lives on today. Now, find out how an empire that began in the middle of a lake went on to become the center of the world. With hundreds of spectacular artifacts and works of art, assembled together for the first time, you can journey into the everyday lives of an ancient culture. Examine the deities, temples and sacrificial altars of Aztec religion. Explore the training, weapons and celebrations of Aztec warriors. Discover the privilege, possessions and treasures of Aztec rulers. And trace the remarkable rise and fall of The Aztec World exclusively at The Field Museum.
Admission
Tickets to The Aztec World include Museum admission and are priced at $22 for adults, $19 for seniors and students with ID, and $12 for children 4-11. Discounts are available for Chicago residents.
The Field Museum is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
FOR AN EXHIBIT PREVIEW CLICK HERE
Transforming Tradition: Pottery from Mata Ortiz
Witness the rebirth a unique pottery tradition in the exquisite ceramics from the Mexican town of Mata Ortiz.
This exhibition presents the work of contemporary artists from the town of Mata Ortiz, who have rediscovered an artistic tradition of their ancient ancestors and mastered the art of creating painted ceramic vessels. Over twenty handcrafted pots (or ollas) are on display, featuring intricate geometric designs, decorative painting and incising, and animal forms such as pigs and ducks. Also on view are ceramic vessels from 14th and 15th century Casas Grandes culture that inspired the modern-day revival of this complex and delicate artistic tradition.
November 14, 2008—January 11, 2009
The Field Museum
1400 S. Lake Shore Dr.
Chicago, IL 60605-2496
312.922.9410
