Performing Arts
Film: Pueblerina (Ciclo—Emilio Fernández y Gabriel Figueroa)
NHCC-Newsletter-November-2-307 pm Released from prison after being framed for murder, Aurelio returns to his hometown to try to start a new life working his land, but finds that he is still regarded as a pariah. The already tense situation worsens, with melodramatic consequences, when he falls in love with the girlfriend of the town political boss. Pueblerina is the last of director Fernández’ films about Mexican village life. The fifth of five films in this series, presented in partnership with the Mexican Consulate in Albuquerque. 1949; Spanish (more...)
Carnaval 2016: “Ticket to Paradise”
Roy E. Disney Center for Performing Arts: Albuquerque Journal Theatre 1701 4th St SW, Albuquerque, NM7:30 pm Frank and Pilar Leto and the NHCC continue their annual celebration of Carnaval with a festive and colorful evening of music, dance, and theatre featuring the Odara Dance Ensemble and the musical group PANdemonium. Carnaval 2016: “Ticket to Paradise” transports the audience to exotic Carnaval destinations. You are invited to join the party at our first stop in Rio de Janeiro, then on to Trinidad, Cuba, and our final destination, New Orleans. Pilar Leto, founder and artistic director of the Odara Dance Ensemble, and Frank (more...)
Dance: ABQLDF 5th Annual Latin Love Fest
Domenici Education Building 1701 4th Street SW, Albuquerque, NM8:30 pm - 1 am A Valentine’s Day tradition returns to the NHCC! Enjoy dancing and desserts at the ABQLDF 5th Annual Latin Love Fest, a fresh and fun event with Latin dance workshops and live music by Ivon Ulibarri & Café Mocha, one of Albuquerque’s hottest salsa bands. Don’t miss out on an unforgettable event—mingle in a magical Valentine’s Day atmosphere and bring the love! For additional information, www.abqlatinfest.org, or call 505-980-3100.
Film: Hecho en México
NHCC-Newsletter-November-2-307 pm Duncan Bridgeman’s 2012 film has been described as “a musical reflection on the current state of Mexican identity,” “an inspiring road trip through modern-day ‘Mexicanity,’” and “a beautiful and rhythmic cinematic tapestry.” Shot over multiple locations, from the Mexico City subway to the Tijuana border, from remote mountain area to beaches, the brilliant, colorful cinematography showcases the beauty of the country. With music underlying the various broad themes—such as love and death—explored in the film, elders and youths, including singers, poets, actors, scholars, and media (more...)
Siembra, Latino Theatre Season: Traveling with Angels
NHCC-BOD-January-2020-MeetingFebruary 18-21 & February 25-28, 2016 7:30 pm—Thursday-Saturday 2 pm—Sunday In one woman’s personal story of adventure, adversity, and Divine guidance. René Peña takes you on the ride of her life, from the Gallup Inter-Tribal Indian Ceremonial’s opening ceremony to an oompah band on a small town street in Germany. By the end, there’s a suitcase full of memories, laughter, and love. A native of Gallup, NM, René Peña has performed on national and international stages; her television credits include Grey’s Anatomy, The Mentalist, Dexter, Parks and (more...)
Ballet Magnificat! Presents Stratagem
7 pm Ballet Magnificat!, America’s premier Christian ballet company, having performed various ballets around the world, now comes to Albuquerque to present Stratagem. Inspired by C.S. Lewis’ highly acclaimed work The Screwtape Letters, Stratagem reveals the great spiritual battle from the perspective of the enemy in an artistic and theatrical fashion. With complex human characters, a set of quirky, malevolent demons, and opposing angelic forces, you are invited to partake in a playful yet sobering story of temptation and deception. The question is…who will win? $15, $20, (more...)
Pajama Men & Friends & Acquaintances
NHCC-Newsletter-November-2-308 pm THIS EVENT HAS SOLD OUT Tricklock Company presents Pajama Men & Friends & Acquaintances—a too-good-to-be-true night of comedy from all over the world. Featuring the Pajama Men, Glenn Wool, Gemma Whelan, Ronny Chieng, Dino Archie, and Amber Nash. $37 adults; $24 students, seniors & NHCC members
Rental – New Mexico Philharmonic Orchestra Presents Protégé Series
Roy E. Disney Center for Performing Arts: Albuquerque Journal Theatre 1701 4th St SW, Albuquerque, NM2 pm Annunziata Tomaro, conductor Phoenix Avalon, violin Mendelssohn, Hebrides Overture Mendelssohn, Violin Concerto Schumann, Symphony No. 4 Schumann's wonderful and romantic "Clara" Symphony No. 4 and Mendelssohn's luminous Violin Concerto highlight this program, presenting one of today's finest young artists performing with your NMPhil. Award-winning conductor Annunziata Tomaro brings her brilliant style to the podium. To contact the NM Philharmonic directly, please call (505) 323-4343 or visit New Mexico Philharmonic Website $24, $35, $46, $68, group discounts available
Film: In an Ancient Village
NHCC-Newsletter-November-2-307 pm John Bourne, then an anthropology student from California, filmed this narrative of daily life in Tepetlaoxtoc, a rural village in the Valley of Mexico, in 1956. Edited and completed that same year, the film was set aside when no distributor could be found. The original masters, presumed lost or discarded, were discovered in 2013, the present copyright date of the film, years after Bourne had given up searching for them. English; 45 minutes; not rated. Free ticketed event with tickets available one hour prior to (more...)
Jesús Muñoz Flamenco, Live!
Roy E. Disney Center for Performing Arts: Albuquerque Journal Theatre 1701 4th St SW, Albuquerque, NM8 pm, both evenings Jesús Muñoz Flamenco presents the company’s new production, Live!, showcasing the artistry of 12 internationally renowned dancers and musicians from Spain to Latin America. Participating performers have composed for platinum flamenco albums, prestigious dance companies, and popular artists such as José Merce, El Barrio, Marc Anthony, and Andrea Bocelli. Jesús Muñoz Flamenco takes a year-long hiatus from themed productions to dive into an exploration of ideas and the explosive dynamic of flamenco collaboration. Highlights of Live! combine exciting pieces from the past with (more...)