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On View:
Jab, J’ouvert, Revelry and Resistance
NOW - NOV 21, 2026
Updated June 2026
Sophie Rivera: Double Exposures
NOW - AUG 2, 2026
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Photo taken by Closed Frame Productions LLC Courtesy of Salsa Stories
Noche Andina: Breath of the Andes
An intimate evening of live music, dance, and dialogue, featuring artists from the Andean diaspora, including LiberArte's visiting artist-in-residence, Amado Espinoza, from Cochabamba, Bolivia.
ELLIOT, FUGA DE UN SOLDADO
Back home in Philadelphia, Elliot Ortiz, a nineteen-year-old Marine, seriously wounded in Iraq, contemplates his return for a second tour of duty. In this poetic memory play, the Ortiz family recounts three generations of service to their country in wars in Korea, Vietnam, and Iraq, and the effects their service has had on the individual, the family, and the community they live in.
Performed in Spanish with English supertitles.
Spirits from Both Sides: Arturo O’Farrill x Vincent Hsu
Join us for an incredible evening of jazz!
Spirits from Both Sides brings together two distinct lineages of Afro-Cuban Jazz into a single evening to create an Afro-Taiwanese Jazz Orchestra. Six-time Grammy Award-winning pianist, composer, and bandleader Arturo O'Farrill, a leading voice in Afro-Latin Jazz, is joined by longtime collaborator, bassist and composer Vincent Hsu, whose award-winning music fuses Jazz and Afro-Cuban sounds with his Taiwanese roots, for an evening of cultural exploration spanning continents and traditions. We're pulling out the dance floor for this! Come and dance all night long!
Stay after the concert for a talk between O’Farrill and Hsu, moderated by former Executive Director of the National Jazz Museum in Harlem, Tracy Hyter-Suffern.
ELLIOT, FUGA DE UN SOLDADO
Back home in Philadelphia, Elliot Ortiz, a nineteen-year-old Marine, seriously wounded in Iraq, contemplates his return for a second tour of duty. In this poetic memory play, the Ortiz family recounts three generations of service to their country in wars in Korea, Vietnam, and Iraq, and the effects their service has had on the individual, the family, and the community they live in.
Performed in Spanish with English supertitles.
ELLIOT, FUGA DE UN SOLDADO
Back home in Philadelphia, Elliot Ortiz, a nineteen-year-old Marine, seriously wounded in Iraq, contemplates his return for a second tour of duty. In this poetic memory play, the Ortiz family recounts three generations of service to their country in wars in Korea, Vietnam, and Iraq, and the effects their service has had on the individual, the family, and the community they live in.
Performed in Spanish with English supertitles.
ELLIOT, FUGA DE UN SOLDADO
Back home in Philadelphia, Elliot Ortiz, a nineteen-year-old Marine, seriously wounded in Iraq, contemplates his return for a second tour of duty. In this poetic memory play, the Ortiz family recounts three generations of service to their country in wars in Korea, Vietnam, and Iraq, and the effects their service has had on the individual, the family, and the community they live in.
Performed in Spanish with English supertitles.
ELLIOT, FUGA DE UN SOLDADO
Back home in Philadelphia, Elliot Ortiz, a nineteen-year-old Marine, seriously wounded in Iraq, contemplates his return for a second tour of duty. In this poetic memory play, the Ortiz family recounts three generations of service to their country in wars in Korea, Vietnam, and Iraq, and the effects their service has had on the individual, the family, and the community they live in.
Performed in Spanish with English supertitles.
Historias Reveladas Opening
Historias Reveladas is the culminating phase of HISTORIAS, our multi-year public humanities initiative centering Latinx and immigrant contributions to New York City. Opening in October 2026 alongside The Clemente’s full reopening after a major accessibility renovation, Reveladas will activate our newly ADA-compliant building through a major building-wide exhibition, public programs, artist commissions, digital storytelling, and neighborhood-based activations across the city.
¡VIOLENCIA!
Violencia López is depressed. She's also a composer who mostly deals in jingles for commercials. She also just got dumped, and her mom is getting married. Her father haunts her with ill-timed jokes and stories. And so do the versions of herself (the Violencias) lying around the apartment. Absurd, cutting, and technicolor, here comes violence! Here comes Violencia!
Performed in Spanish with English supertitles.
¡VIOLENCIA!
Violencia López is depressed. She's also a composer who mostly deals in jingles for commercials. She also just got dumped, and her mom is getting married. Her father haunts her with ill-timed jokes and stories. And so do the versions of herself (the Violencias) lying around the apartment. Absurd, cutting, and technicolor, here comes violence! Here comes Violencia!
Performed in Spanish with English supertitles.
¡VIOLENCIA!
Violencia López is depressed. She's also a composer who mostly deals in jingles for commercials. She also just got dumped, and her mom is getting married. Her father haunts her with ill-timed jokes and stories. And so do the versions of herself (the Violencias) lying around the apartment. Absurd, cutting, and technicolor, here comes violence! Here comes Violencia!
Performed in Spanish with English supertitles.
History of Rincon Criollo
Join us to commemorate the legacy of José "Chema" Soto, a beloved Bronx leader who founded the La Casita community garden. A historical panel discussion will celebrate 50 years of Rincón Criollo with never before seen photos by award-winning photographer Martha Cooper. Afterwards, Mildred Cruz and Sembrando Cultura are scheduled to perform.
¡VIOLENCIA!
Violencia López is depressed. She's also a composer who mostly deals in jingles for commercials. She also just got dumped, and her mom is getting married. Her father haunts her with ill-timed jokes and stories. And so do the versions of herself (the Violencias) lying around the apartment. Absurd, cutting, and technicolor, here comes violence! Here comes Violencia!
Performed in Spanish with English supertitles.
¡VIOLENCIA!
Violencia López is depressed. She's also a composer who mostly deals in jingles for commercials. She also just got dumped, and her mom is getting married. Her father haunts her with ill-timed jokes and stories. And so do the versions of herself (the Violencias) lying around the apartment. Absurd, cutting, and technicolor, here comes violence! Here comes Violencia!
Performed in Spanish with English supertitles.
Uptown Bounce Co-Presented by the Museum of the City of New York
Join us for this year’s electrifying series of free summer block parties, co-presented by the Museum of the City of New York and proudly sponsored by The Legal Aid Society. This event celebrates The Legal Aid Society’s 150th Anniversary, honoring its enduring commitment to protecting, defending, and advancing the rights of New Yorkers.
Now in its 13th year, the series returns with top DJs, special guests, and after-hours access to Double Exposures, the first museum survey dedicated to pioneering photographer Sophie Rivera (1938–2021). Dance to sets spanning salsa to hip-hop, join a dance lesson, and enjoy hands-on art activities for all ages.
FIFA Men’s World Cup 2026 Final: Watch Party
Put on your team colors and join us at El Museo del Barrio for a free World Cup Final Watch Party, bringing the excitement of the FIFA Men’s World Cup 2026 into the museum for an afternoon of collective celebration.
On Sunday, July 19, we’ll screen the final match live in a festive, family-friendly atmosphere, with hands-on art activities for all ages. The museum will be activated as a dynamic space for celebration, creativity, and community gathering.
Taking place during Sophie Rivera: Double Exposures—the museum’s first survey dedicated to the groundbreaking photographer—this event highlights El Museo’s commitment to activating its galleries as spaces for shared experience, cultural exchange, and joy.
Music by DJ Pablo Romero (@pabloromero.nyc) will keep the energy high throughout the day with a dynamic mix of deep house, techno, and Latin rhythms. Come celebrate global soccer culture through sound, movement, and collective joy.
Tributo a Enerolisa Nuñez La Reina de las Salves
Join us for a night of Afro-Dominican music in celebration of the life and Legacy of Enerolisa Nuñez, "The Queen of Salve." Enerolisa's daughter, Yrene "Yeni" Nuñez, will sing the ancestral songs she inherited from her mother, and the long lineage of Afro-Dominican musicians that came before. Enerolisa was the most famous salve singer of the Dominican Republic and her voice gave light to these traditions all over the world. Enerolisa passed away on February 28, 2026, but her legacy lives forever through the songs she left the world. Join us in elevating her legacy and celebrating her life!
AfriCarnaval
CCCADI celebrates their 50th anniversary with a free Carnival concert honoring Calypso Rose, the Queen of Calypso. In partnership with Lincoln Center, the night will feature Silvana Magda & Viva Brazil, Something Positive, 2J & Friends, and a surprise guest you don’t want to miss. Free event!
Curator Talk: Transit In Sophie Rivera’s Photography (Virtual)
El Museo del Barrio’s exhibition and accompanying monograph (co-published with Aperture), Sophie Rivera: Double Exposures, highlights the work of pioneering Nuyorican photographer Sophie Rivera. Positioned at eye level with the elevated subway from her Morningside Heights apartment, Rivera drew inspiration from New York’s transit system from the 1970s through the 1990s. Featuring trains, transit workers, commuters, and more, Rivera captured the movement and everyday life of the city.
Come listen to Susanna Temkin, Interim Chief Curator, speak about Rivera’s first museum survey and her lasting influence on photography and Puerto Rican cultural history.
PRÓXIMO
Written and Directed by Claudio Tolcachir
What happens when the body drifts away from emotion?
Próximo tells the story of Pablo, an Argentine living in Australia, and Elián, a Spanish actor in Madrid, who build a romantic relationship marked by distance. Through messages, likes, and video calls, their bond unfolds in the absence of physical contact—no skin, no scent.
In this era of virtual connections, the play explores love without presence, loneliness, the fear of vulnerability, and the ways technology reshapes intimacy. On stage, two bodies in close proximity embody an unfathomable distance, forging a magical pact with the audience.
Presented in Spanish with English Supertitles.
PRÓXIMO
Written and Directed by Claudio Tolcachir
What happens when the body drifts away from emotion?
Próximo tells the story of Pablo, an Argentine living in Australia, and Elián, a Spanish actor in Madrid, who build a romantic relationship marked by distance. Through messages, likes, and video calls, their bond unfolds in the absence of physical contact—no skin, no scent.
In this era of virtual connections, the play explores love without presence, loneliness, the fear of vulnerability, and the ways technology reshapes intimacy. On stage, two bodies in close proximity embody an unfathomable distance, forging a magical pact with the audience.
Presented in Spanish with English Supertitles.
PRÓXIMO
Written and Directed by Claudio Tolcachir
What happens when the body drifts away from emotion?
Próximo tells the story of Pablo, an Argentine living in Australia, and Elián, a Spanish actor in Madrid, who build a romantic relationship marked by distance. Through messages, likes, and video calls, their bond unfolds in the absence of physical contact—no skin, no scent.
In this era of virtual connections, the play explores love without presence, loneliness, the fear of vulnerability, and the ways technology reshapes intimacy. On stage, two bodies in close proximity embody an unfathomable distance, forging a magical pact with the audience.
Presented in Spanish with English Supertitles.
PRÓXIMO
Written and Directed by Claudio Tolcachir
What happens when the body drifts away from emotion?
Próximo tells the story of Pablo, an Argentine living in Australia, and Elián, a Spanish actor in Madrid, who build a romantic relationship marked by distance. Through messages, likes, and video calls, their bond unfolds in the absence of physical contact—no skin, no scent.
In this era of virtual connections, the play explores love without presence, loneliness, the fear of vulnerability, and the ways technology reshapes intimacy. On stage, two bodies in close proximity embody an unfathomable distance, forging a magical pact with the audience.
Presented in Spanish with English Supertitles.
VIDA
Starring Carolina Gaitán
Written and directed by Johan Velandia
A dazzling musical monologue starring Carolina Gaitán, this electrifying show follows Maria, a young Colombian singer whose biggest failure becomes the spark that transforms her life. Guided into the glamorous—and ruthless—world of show business, she reinvents herself as “Vida Santiago,” a diva-in-the-making shaped by the legends who came before her. With live music and Gaitán’s powerhouse voice, the journey from obscurity to superstardom unfolds in a whirlwind of music, drama, and reinvention. A thrilling celebration of ambition, identity, and the price of fame.
Presented in Spanish with English supertitles.
VIDA
Starring Carolina Gaitán
Written and directed by Johan Velandia
A dazzling musical monologue starring Carolina Gaitán, this electrifying show follows Maria, a young Colombian singer whose biggest failure becomes the spark that transforms her life. Guided into the glamorous—and ruthless—world of show business, she reinvents herself as “Vida Santiago,” a diva-in-the-making shaped by the legends who came before her. With live music and Gaitán’s powerhouse voice, the journey from obscurity to superstardom unfolds in a whirlwind of music, drama, and reinvention. A thrilling celebration of ambition, identity, and the price of fame.
Presented in Spanish with English supertitles.
Baila!
Dance party and CD release party for Bobby Sanabria & the Multiverse Big Band's new CD Arsenio & Beyond!
VIDA
Starring Carolina Gaitán
Written and directed by Johan Velandia
A dazzling musical monologue starring Carolina Gaitán, this electrifying show follows Maria, a young Colombian singer whose biggest failure becomes the spark that transforms her life. Guided into the glamorous—and ruthless—world of show business, she reinvents herself as “Vida Santiago,” a diva-in-the-making shaped by the legends who came before her. With live music and Gaitán’s powerhouse voice, the journey from obscurity to superstardom unfolds in a whirlwind of music, drama, and reinvention. A thrilling celebration of ambition, identity, and the price of fame.
Presented in Spanish with English supertitles.
VIDA
Starring Carolina Gaitán
Written and directed by Johan Velandia
A dazzling musical monologue starring Carolina Gaitán, this electrifying show follows Maria, a young Colombian singer whose biggest failure becomes the spark that transforms her life. Guided into the glamorous—and ruthless—world of show business, she reinvents herself as “Vida Santiago,” a diva-in-the-making shaped by the legends who came before her. With live music and Gaitán’s powerhouse voice, the journey from obscurity to superstardom unfolds in a whirlwind of music, drama, and reinvention. A thrilling celebration of ambition, identity, and the price of fame.
Presented in Spanish with English supertitles.
Our Road to Freedom: Jab, J’ouvert, Revelry & Resistance
We are thrilled to continue our 50th Anniversary Year celebration with the presentation of our second annual “Our Road to Freedom” event, anchored in “Jab, J’ouvert, Revelry & Resistance”, our Carnival themed exhibition curated by Know Your Caribbean.
Featuring: Exhibition Tour led by Know Your Caribbean, Procession from CCCADI Firehouse (120 E 125th St.), to the Harlem African Burial Ground, and onward to CCCADI Ile Oyin (208 E 126th St.), Kalinda Workshop by Kalinda Kollective, Curators in Conversation with Know Your Caribbean & Exhibition Artists, and finally a Carnival Fete featuring Live DJ Set & Steel Pan Drum Band.
Fish Parade and Arts Festival
The Fish Parade & Arts Festival is a FREE annual procession through Hunts Point connecting the community to the Bronx River. Like shoaling fish, the community marches together in a family-friendly, vibrant celebration. The parade’s vibe combines activism, joy, and community building. Participants often use banners, costumes, and puppets representing marine life. The parade culminates in an arts festival featuring live music, dancing, and art-making. The event is also a platform for Bronx residents and organizations to raise awareness about environmental issues and to advocate for environmental justice.
VIDA
Starring Carolina Gaitán
Written and directed by Johan Velandia
A dazzling musical monologue starring Carolina Gaitán, this electrifying show follows Maria, a young Colombian singer whose biggest failure becomes the spark that transforms her life. Guided into the glamorous—and ruthless—world of show business, she reinvents herself as “Vida Santiago,” a diva-in-the-making shaped by the legends who came before her. With live music and Gaitán’s powerhouse voice, the journey from obscurity to superstardom unfolds in a whirlwind of music, drama, and reinvention. A thrilling celebration of ambition, identity, and the price of fame.
Presented in Spanish with English supertitles.
Nuevas Voces; Emering Voices in Latin Jazz
Latin Jazz concert by Cuban pianist Camila Cortina and her trio.
Juneteenth 2026 Celebration
Join the celebration! Hostos Center’s free Annual Juneteenth Celebration returns with a powerful lineup of music, spoken word, and a headline performance by the legendary Forces of Nature Dance Theatre.
Led by Abdel R. Salaam and Olabamidele Husbands, this NYC powerhouse is renowned for its high-energy and visceral style. The company transcends traditional boundaries by weaving contemporary dance with the rich traditions of West Africa and the African Diaspora. Their electrifying performances integrate elements of ballet, hip-hop, house, and martial arts, creating a visually stunning and thought-provoking experience.
Join us as this iconic company celebrates cultural heritage and inspires audiences through innovative artistic expression.
VIDA
Starring Carolina Gaitán
Written and directed by Johan Velandia
A dazzling musical monologue starring Carolina Gaitán, this electrifying show follows Maria, a young Colombian singer whose biggest failure becomes the spark that transforms her life. Guided into the glamorous—and ruthless—world of show business, she reinvents herself as “Vida Santiago,” a diva-in-the-making shaped by the legends who came before her. With live music and Gaitán’s powerhouse voice, the journey from obscurity to superstardom unfolds in a whirlwind of music, drama, and reinvention. A thrilling celebration of ambition, identity, and the price of fame.
Presented in Spanish with English supertitles.
Bochinchando: Bronx Comedy
June's program will feature excerpts from one-person shows by comics Bill Santiago and Joanna Briley.
Lightroom II with Lavonne Hall (Virtual)
Looking to level up your skills and learn some new techniques in Adobe Lightroom? Look no further with this advance Lightroom course.
Lightroom II (Advanced)
Looking to level up your skills and learn some new techniques in Adobe Lightroom? Look no further with this advance Lightroom course. Learn some new features that were recently introduced in the app like assisted culling, distraction removal and additional masking techniques. This course will also introduce some backup strategies, file management, file formats, digital output and batch processing. After this course, it will encourage you to build up a creative and effortlessly workflow.
Lavonne Hall
Sat, June 6 & 13, 2026
Online Course Schedule
📅 Session 1: June 6, 2026 📅 Session 2: June 13, 2026 🕐 Time: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM (ET) 💻 Location: Zoom (link provided upon registration) This is a two-session workshop. Participants are encouraged to attend both sessions.
Who This Workshop Is For:
Intermediate or Advanced photographers
Anyone who has taken Lightroom for Beginners
Anyone looking to improve photo organization and editing workflow
FIFA World Cup Opening Match Watch Party
El Museo del Barrio and The Africa Center come together to present a free community screening of the FIFA World Cup opening match: Mexico vs. South Africa. This collaborative program highlights the vibrant cultural legacies of Africa and Latin America, celebrating shared histories, diasporic connections, and the unifying power of sport.
Join us as we kick off the World Cup with an afternoon of cultural exchange, community, and collective celebration.
Cimientos 2026
Cimientos is IATI Theater’s play development program dedicated to supporting emerging and established Latinx playwrights. Each year, a select group of plays is chosen from hundreds of submissions to participate in the program.
Rooted in IATI’s commitment to vanguardia, Cimientos pushes beyond traditional playwriting to explore bold, interdisciplinary, and innovative theatrical forms. Selected playwrights participate in a collaborative development process, meeting weekly to read and respond to each play in the cohort. Guided by IATI’s artistic leadership, these sessions create a space for critical dialogue, revision, and experimentation.
The program culminates in the Cimientos 2026 Staged Readings Series, where each play is presented to the public for the first time.
Join us June 10–14, 2026, as we spotlight a dynamic group of contemporary writers from across the U.S. and beyond.