In the heart of Dallas, the Latino Cultural Center is inviting the community to engage in a dialogue with Texas's diverse performing artists, celebrating ORIZON's 20 years of cultural contributions. Scheduled for February 1 from 2 pm to 4:30 pm, the event titled "THE SHƏ TABLE: Women Who Cultivate Community" will feature a mix of mediums, from dance to poetry. ORIZON aims to provide a platform for shared success stories and challenges, as articulated by panelists like KERA Journalist Priscilla and RedBull Battles Emcee Ericka De Leon, among others, according to the City of Dallas.
Meanwhile, for those drawn to the theater with a penchant for cultural narratives, "Tina's Journey / El Viaje de Tina" is a ticketed event that promises to deliver a poignant exploration of migration and self-discovery. And, if you thought things couldn't get more engaging, think again. The LCC is also heralding its biennial international festival expansion with Nuevo Mundo, set to introduce Dallas audiences to a fresh crop of young directors executing plays with global resonance.
Starting on Valentine's Day and running through March 1, the festival will showcase plays such as "Como Agua Para Chocolate", under Gabriel's direction, mentored by Christie Vela. A love story set amidst the turbulence of the Mexican Revolution. The play, performed in Spanish, offers a glimpse into the struggle between familial obligations and personal desires. In a similar vein, "Bright Half Life" directed by Lauren Secrest and guided by Sasha Maya Ada unfolds a nonlinear journey through the life of a couple, their leaps, their stumbles, and the everyday moments that weave the tapestry of their shared existence, all performed in English.
The festival concludes with a burst of creativity in "In the Beginning," a semi-devised premiere by Gerald Taylor II under Lauren Leblanc's mentorship, infusing global creation myths with a zest that's bound to captivate family audiences. The LCC, known for its unwavering commitment to the arts, continues to champion under-represented voices on Dallas stages, forging a strong connection between the local and the global, cultural narrative.
