Welcome to La Peña! Promoting social justice & intercultural understanding through the arts since 1975.
Learn about Afro-Colombian music and enjoy the depth of its history and rhythms! We are pleased to present at La Peña these two workshops that go deep into the history, meanings, sounds, and variations of some of the most important Afro-Colombian rhythms like Cumbia, Bullerengue, Puya and Mapalé. This is a unique opportunity to learn […]
* ENGLISH BELOW * Este año se conmemoran 49 años del golpe de Estado que —apoyado por la CIA y el gobierno de EE.UU.— derrocó al presidente democráticamente electo Salvador Allende el 11 de septiembre de 1973 en Chile. Acompáñanos a estar juntes una vez más en este evento íntimo de conmemoración, revitalizando nuestra memoria […]
Youth ages 17 and younger can present their music, poetry, dance, theater, comedy, special talent in a safe and fun environment. Each night will feature a different Bay Area kid performer. Anyone can sign up for an open mic spot before and after the main performer. We hope to see you and bring your friends!
BAILA is back and stronger than ever: put September 16th on your calendar and get ready to remember how fun life can be when you're dancing! Get your discount tickets NOW, as this event will sell out! If you are short on funds but still want to join us, you can VOLUNTEER and enjoy the night […]
Our wonderful partner In lak'ech Dance Academy turns 5!!!! It's such an exciting thing that they have made it five years through some unpredictable times. This is way to thank all who have supported them throughout the years. Come and celebrate with all of us! Saturday, September 17, 2022 | 8:00pm-1:30am La Peña Cultural Center 3105 Shattuck Ave, […]
Concierto en homenaje a nuestro querido maestro José Orlando "Lalo" Izquierdo. Domingo, 25 de septiembre | 5:00pm-8:30pm PST SIGN UP HERE TO VOLUNTEER FOR THIS EVENT! EACH SHIFT INCLUDES FREE FOOD AND BEVERAGES AS A THANK YOU. * ENGLISH BELOW * La Asociación Cultural de Rompe y Raja y La Peña Cultural Center despiden […]
