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CUBA CARIBE FESTIVAL June 14, 2024
June 14 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Acts of Resistance, Acts of Joy
ALAYO AND ABADÁ-Capoeira San Francisco
June 14-16 at ODC Theater
Choreographers Ramón Ramos Alayo of Alayo Dance Company and Marcia Treidler of ABADÁ-Capoeira San Francisco will collaborate to present an evening length show as a part of the 18th Annual CubaCaribe Festival of dance and music entitled Acts of resistance, Acts of joy, the work will investigate Brazil’s and Cuba’s history and significance with Carnaval, specifically to the African heritage and culture, deepening understanding of the cultural legacy of Blocos, Cabildos and comparsas in Carnaval and how they have historically functioned as forms of resistance and power and expressions of joy. This piece will bring the community together to heal following a long period of isolation, strengthening community connections around shared stories and uplifting the Afro-Cuban and Afro-Brazilian community.
Tickets:
$35 General Admission (+ $4 fee)
$25 Youth (12 and under) and Senior (+ $4 fee)
June 14th at 8pm
June 15th at 8pm
June 16th at 5pm
ODC Theater
3153 17th Street, San Francisco, CA 94110
