Welcome to La Peña! Promoting social justice & intercultural understanding through the arts since 1975.
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 […]
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 […]
$16 Advance/$20 Door ($16 at the door for Students & Seniors with ID) (Please note: there is a $2 credit card fee at the door per ticket. No fee with cash.) La Peña Cultural Center proudly presents Calafia Armada and Fresco Exchange Muralists in STREETS OF COLOMBIA PARTY! This party features LIVE PAINTING & ART EXHIBIT […]
$15 for 1 child, $20 per family This educational event for children and their families is based on folk songs, tales and popular games based on cultural traditions from various regions in South and Central America. "Mariela’s Music Time is an educational, energetic and interactive bilingual performance for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers and their families. […]
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 […]
$24 Advance / $32 Door Doors open 4:45pm / Event begins 5pm Join us for the annual fundraiser of the LGBT Sanctuary Project (OLAS) with music by Melanie DeMore & Madelina y los Carpinteros (and special guests), door prizes, a silent auction, drinks, light snacks and more! MELANIE DEMORE Melanie DeMore is an accomplished folk […]
