Rockin’ Kids Sing Along – MOVED THIS WEEK (Due to Summer Camp)

La Peña Cultural Center 3105 Shattuck Ave, Berkeley, CA, United States

Rockin' Kids has MOVED to the STARRY PLOUGH this week due to Summer Camp! - - Rockin’ Kids Sing Along Fridays 10:30-11:30am | Sliding scale $10-20 per family/class Instructors: Stephanie Pepitone | Location: Theater Space For more information: stephaniepepitone@gmail.com Class meets year round. A musical play group for kids of all ages. Hosted by Stephanie Pepitone, Licensed Clinical Social […]

Event Series Afro Peruvian Dance & Cajón

Afro-Peruvian Cajon and Dance

Instructors: Gabriela Shiroma and Peta Robles Cajón 10am-11am: Learn to dance a varied repertoire of traditional dances from the coastal region of Peru such as festejos, landos, and zamacuecas. Dance 11am-12pm: All levels are welcome. Students must bring a cajon to class. If you need to purchase one or rent one for a day, contact […]

Capoeira Angola

La Peña Cultural Center 3105 Shattuck Ave, Berkeley, CA, United States

Tuesdays 7pm-9pm & Saturdays 2pm-4pm Instructor: Sergio Bitencourt For more information: sergiobitencourt81@gmail.com Capoeira Angola, a martial art and ritual combat dance, is one of the major expressions of an African, specifically Kongo-Angolan, continuum in Brazil. It is believed that its origins may go as far back as the 16th century, when Africans from western Central […]

Canto a Nicaragua: Katia Cardenal Benefit Concert for Nicaragua – SOLD OUT

La Peña Cultural Center 3105 Shattuck Ave. , Berkeley, CA, United States

$25 General Admission / Kids Under 10 Free Doors open at 6pm / Concert starts at 7pm   THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT. For questions regarding this event, please contact Erik at (415) 871-4613. Since April, the situation in Nicaragua has been getting worse, and help is needed now more than ever! In response, Chavalos […]

Adult Bomba y Plena Workshop

La Peña Cultural Center 3105 Shattuck Ave, Berkeley, CA, United States

Adult Bomba y Plena Workshop: Dance, Percussion and Song Sundays 1-3pm | $15/class- All Levels/Drop-ins welcome Instructors: Shefali Shah & Hector Lugo | Location: Theater Space For more information: bombaaguacero@gmail.com During these classes series, students will learn dance, songs, drum rhythms, and history. Classes culminate in student performances. For those interested in staying healthy, connecting with the community […]

Mundos Musicales Bilingual Summer Camp 2018

La Peña Cultural Center 3105 Shattuck Ave. , Berkeley, CA, United States

REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN! La Peña's Mundos Musicales Summer Camp: A Bilingual Summer Camp Exploring Latin & Caribbean Culture through Music, Dance & Art! THREE CAMP DATES:   June 25-29, July 9-13 and July 16-20  (8:30am-2:30pm, see Daily Itinerary below) Best suitable for ages: 7-11 years old The emphasis of Mundos Musicales Summer Camp is hands-on learning and fun activities! The musical and artistic curriculum is designed […]