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Tuesdays at 7pm - 9pm Saturdays at 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, […]
Free/Donations Encouraged The Sunday Lounge Rumba has been going on at La Peña for the past 12 years and we want to see it continue. We highly encourage attendees to donate online to ensure that we keep this community event alive! Folkloric Afro-Cuban Rhythm & Dance Every 1st & 3rd Sunday! Come enjoy the Afro-Cuban […]
Doors open 3:30pm / Event begins 4pm General admission: $10 in advance / $15 at the door Students/Seniors/Kids under 12/People with Disabilities: $5-$10 sliding scale in advance and at the door La Peña Cultural Center and the Bay Area Bomba y Plena Workshop present the Bomba y Plena Summer Showcase and Bombazo! This exciting event […]
REGISTRATION OPENS MONDAY JUNE 10! $325 for the whole week! SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE - CLICK HERE TO APPLY! La Peña's Mundos Musicales Summer Camp: A Bilingual Summer Camp Exploring Latin & Caribbean Culture through Music, Dance & Art! July 22 - 26, 2019 (8:30am-2:30pm, see Daily Itinerary below) Ages: 7-11 years old (no exceptions) The emphasis of Mundos Musicales Summer Camp is hands-on […]
$325 for the whole week! SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE - CLICK HERE TO APPLY! La Peña's Mundos Musicales Summer Camp: A Bilingual Summer Camp Exploring Latin & Caribbean Culture through Music, Dance & Art! July 22 - 26, 2019 (8:30am-2:30pm, see Daily Itinerary below) Ages: 7-11 years old (no exceptions) The emphasis of Mundos Musicales Summer Camp is hands-on learning and fun activities! The musical […]
This is an ensemble class for musicians and singers wanting to learn salsa music! Directed by Josh Jones. Come learn a variety of salsa favorites. The class perform 3-4 showcases per year! Email the instructor for audition times: joshjonesdrums@yahoo.com Cost: $15 per class Find them on Facebook!
