Hispanic Heritage Cultural Festival
Spring 2023
Music Recital By Vento Sur
May 8 at 6pm
Hasley Hall 101
The recital will feature Vento Sur performing music that received multicultural influences and became part of Latin American cultural identities. The music genres expose the African and indigenous influences and the role they play in the celebration of culture. Participants will be exposed to Tango, Cha-cha, Andean folk, and Afro-Colombian tunes. Vento Sur performers present musical instruments used in these genres, and how the rhythms and dances originated. Vento Sur, a CalArts all alumni quartet presents educational concerts of folk and popular music genres of the Hispanic heritage.The group has performed extensively in Southern California. Vento Sur musicians are Julissa Bozman, Alex Bozman, Jay Gravatt, and João Junqueira.
Past Events
Guest Speaker Author of "Big Chicas Don't Cry"
October 13 at 6pm
Hasley Hall 101
Hispanic Heritage guest speaker Annette Chavez Macias, author of "Big Chicas Don’t Cry", will discuss the journey of writing her book, and how she engaged in telling the story of resilience and strength of four cousins. Themes such as the meaning of family, love, loss, and drama are explored in a very funny and real way offering a fresh new look at Hispanic perspectives through the main characters’ lives. The presentation will include reading of excerpts by the author, interview, and book signing. Moderator: Claudia Acosta
Hispanic Heritage Cultural Festival Program Flier
Fall 2021 Latinx & Hispanic Heritage Cultural Festival. October 11-15, 2021
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Monday October 11 |
11a.m. C. Colville Barranquilla Carnival: Understanding its Cultural Heritage |
1 p.m. C. Acosta & Guest NiCaribbean Oral Poetry: A Look at Antojología de Carl Rigby and Memory Worker |
5p.m. C. Holter Toltec Wisdom: Los 4 acuerdos |
6p.m. F. Chauca The Role of Peruvian Women in Ancient Textile Traditions |
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Tuesday October 12 |
3p.m. L. Alvarez Guest Presenter My Journey Along El Camino de Santiago Zoom Link (Passcode:040404) |
5p.m. L. Pozo-Gravatt The Mirabal’s Sisters: A Story of Resistance & Courage Bonelli 14 Must follow the requirements/protocol to enter the COC campus |
7p.m. C. Acosta & Guest Border Communities: Conversation with the Director & Change Makers of “Beyond Barriers” |
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Wednesday October 13 |
4p.m. D. Rodriguez A Glimpse into the Lively Celebration of Día de los Muertos and the Festivities of Hispanic Heritage Month |
5p.m. G. Aprato Cultural Aspects of Tango in the Region of La Plata |
6p.m. J. Junqueira Espacios fronterizos Brasil-Uruguay |
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Thursday October 14 |
2p.m. G. Reyes Guest Presenter The Historical Contributions of Mexican Women in a Male-dominated Society |
4p.m. J. Alonso The Manila Galleon: 250 Years Connecting Mexico and Asia |
7p.m.J. Gravatt & J. Junqueira Guest Presenters Two Musical Traditions: Sanjuán and Cuban Rumba Zoom Link |
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Friday October 15 |
9a.m. L. Lara Afro-Caribbean Cultural Identity in Costa Rica |
10a.m. G. Linares Cultural Perspectives & Practices of Salvadorians |
1p.m. C. Acosta & Guests
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Open to All. Live digitally via Zoom.
Featuring Special Guests :
NiCaribbean Oral Poetry: A Look at Antojología de Carl Rigby and Memory Worker
My Journey Along El Camino de Santiago by Larry Alvarez
Border Communities: A Conversation with Film Maker of Beyond Barriers
The Historical Contributions of Mexican Women in a Male-dominated Society by German Reyes
Musical Traditions in Ecuador and Cuba: Sanjuán and Rumba by João Junqueira and Jay Gravatt
Tena and Canela: A Jewel in the Amazon by Santa Clarita Sister Cities
Fall 2020 Latinx & Hispanic Heritage Cultural Festival. October 12-15, 2020
Program
Open to All. Enjoy Live digitally via Zoom!
Calendar Overview Detailed Schedule of Events Press Release The Signal
Guest Presenters:
Screening Tales of Masked Men and Conversation with Director, Carlos Ávila
Latin American Musical Journey with Vento Sur
Latin Flavors: Cooking with the Chefs at the ICUE