In collaboration with the Chicago Independent Film Festival and the Junta de Andalucía, there will be an open house focused on the Spanish language with different activities all day for families and visitors. 12:00 pm – Lince Perdido 3:00 pm – Lorca, así que pasen cien...

The group’s live performances and CD exhibit energetic and sensual flamenco melodies with powerful dynamics and exciting rhythmic interplay. Idilio’s repertoire includes contemporary pieces such as Margherita (a flamenco interpretation of a popular Italian song), Onde del Pacifico...

Sound Culture & HotHouse Presents: Saturday June 20th Las Guitarras de España The Guitars of Spain 9:30pm $20 in advance $25 day of show – CASH ONLY Supported by Arte y Vida Chicago Spertus Institute 610 S. Michigan Avenue. Las Guitarras de España performs “Spanish guitar...

Novalima’s pioneering blend of soulful Afro-Peruvian melodies with reggae, electronica and a Latin beat creates an irresistible match of old school traditions and modern trends. The night opens with West African artist Issa Bagayogo, nicknamed “Techno Issa” for his blending of native...

No se lo pierdan! MICHOACAN: SONES DE ARPA GRANDE Juan Rivera & Los Pichardo Juan Rivera is a Michoacano from Aguililla, a village in the Hot Lands also called “El Plan” (The Plains) of the Mexican State of Michoacán. “Colibri” Studio/Gallery 2032 W. 18th St Saturda

Mariachi Nuevo Tecalitlán Celebrate the Grant Park Music Festival’s 75th Season Jalisco’s Best Mariachi! One of Mexico’s most acclaimed mariachi ensembles joins the Grant Park Orchestra for a festive night of serenading and celebration. Thursday, June 25 FREE! 6:30 –...

Contratiempo y Editorial Vocesueltas se complacen en invitarle a la presentación y puesta en circulación de la tercera publicación de Ediciones Vocesueltas. Extrasístoles (y otros accidentes) Autor: Jochy Herrera “Las páginas de Extrasístoles nos dejan la impresión que el autor...

The Chicago Independent Film Festival and Instituto Cervantes cordially invite you to the Opening Gala of the festival. Join us on Wednesday, June 3rd in a celebration of cultural diversity and film as we present the work of emerging filmmakers to the greater Chicago community. The event will...

Presencia Michoacana en el Medio Oeste 2009 Sábado, 6 de Junio 4:00-6:30 PM. Casa Michoacán 1638 S. Blue Island Ave. Presentación del Libro.”Violencia Domestica…a la latina ” por la Dra. Belitza Contreras. Publicado por...

“Made in Puerto Rico” written, directed and performed by Elizardi Castro Mikey O Comedy Productions proudly announces the encore presentation of “Made in Puerto Rico” for June 2009. Puerto Rican actor and comedian Elizardi Castro returns to the stage with his one-man show for a...

Argentine tango workshops from July 1-6 Absolute beginners workshops Performance by the electronic tango band Otros Aires at the Electronica INDIE Fest at the Congress Theater on Saturday,  July 11. Outdoor concert by Otros Aires at the Chicago SummerDance at Grant Park on Thursday,  July...

Sunday July 26th Noon-10pm FREE! Celebrate Clark Street is Curated by Sound Culture Chicago Funkadesi (Indian/Reggae/Fusion), Kokolo Afrobeat Orchestra from NY (Latin/Afrobeat fusion), Grammy Nominated Angel Melendez Orquestra’s Tribute to Fania Allstars (Vintage Salsa), Chicago...

Old Town School of Folk Music presents… The 12th ANNUAL CHICAGO FOLK & ROOTS FESTIVAL 2009 Saturday, July 11th & Sunday, July 12th Noon to 10:00pm in WELLES PARK 4400 North Lincoln Avenue between Montrose and Sunnyside in Chicago’s Lincoln Square neighborhood Admission:...

The Taino Project – Lecture Series (open to the public) Join us on Friday, May 15, 2009 as we welcome Irka Mateo, of the Dominican Republic, in a lecture on the “Mythological World of the Tainos” 6:00 Reception 6:30 – 7:30 Scholarly lecture Northeastern Illinois University- El...

May 28 – 29, 2009 Doors Open 7:00pm / Show 7:30pm Logan Square Auditorium 2539 N. Kedzie, Chicago IL 60647 $25 General / $20 ILCC member Tanguera arose as a mixture of various music styles and dances, contributed by a range of cultures. Glamour Tango sensually embodies this rich mix, as...