Tag: latin america

New Spanish Cinema: ‘Memories of My Father’ Screening

Vancouver, B.C.

VLACC is pleased to support the screening hosted by The Vancouver Film Festival (VIFF) and Iberoamerican Images of the film 'Memories of My Father' or 'El Olvido que Seremos' on Sunday, January 7 at 8:15 pm.   When: Sunday, January 7th at 8:15 pm Where: VIFF Centre - Vancity Theatre Tickets: https://viff.org/whats-on/memories-of-my-father/book/5SPYTKwkE1/   Directed by […]

Art in Focus: An Interactive Journey Through Modern Latin American Art | Part 1: “From Frida Kahlo to Wifredo Lam”

SFU (Vancouver Campus) - Belzberg Library - Study Room (515 W Hastings St, Vancouver)

Embark on a vibrant journey through the rich tapestry of Modern Latin American Art in our interactive two-part series. This isn't your typical art history class; it's a dynamic exploration that invites you to become an integral part of observing and analyzing artworks. Part 1: “From Frida Kahlo to Wilfredo Lam" Dive into the surreal […]

Staged Reading of Fire Never Dies: The Tina Modotti Project with Carmen Aguirre 

Norman & Annette Rothstein Theatre, 950 West 41st Avenue, MST Territories Vancouver, B.C.

Join us on February 2 at 4 pm for a special glimpse into a new play-in-progress by Electric Company Theatre Core Artist Carmen Aguirre, Fire Never Dies: The Tina Modotti Project. Premiering in November 2024 at the Chutzpah! Festival, this is an exciting opportunity to see the work in development and to ask Carmen about […]

Dance and Embrace Your Body: Connecting Through Movement

Canuck Family Education Centre 1655 William Street, Vancouver, B.C.

This movement workshop invites us to connect with our inner selves and the world around us. Mexican dancer Carla Alcántara will guide us in awakening our senses from the inside out, warming up our bodies, and welcoming an environment for self-discovery. Get ready to explore playful exercises that support our human connection. We’ll be using […]

Latin American Short Stories Reading Group | Black History Month Special Edition

Vancouver, B.C.

VLACC is pleased to present, in partnership with UBC’s Latin American Studies program, this special edition of our monthly reading group to honour Black History Month with a story by a black Latin American author. Join us on Tuesday, February 13, at 6:30 pm, at the Britannia's Conference Room for a discussion with Professor Ramón […]

Black History Month Special Edition Tertulia with Marco Schaumloeffel “Tabom, the community of the Afro-Brazilian returnees in Ghana”

Vancouver, B.C.

Join us to this special editon Tertulia celebrating the Black History Month with UBC's professor Marco Schaumloeffel on the Tabom people's return to Ghana on Thursday, February 29, at 6:30 pm at the Britannia Community Centre Services (Conference Room).  Discover the rich history of this unique community on a exploration of their ties to Brazil […]

Art in Focus: An Interactive Journey Through Modern Latin American Art | Part 2: “From Tarsila do Amaral to Joaquín Torres García”

SFU (Vancouver Campus) - Belzberg Library - Study Room (515 W Hastings St, Vancouver)

Embark on a vibrant journey through the rich tapestry of Modern Latin American Art in our interactive two-part series. This isn't your typical art history class; it's a dynamic exploration that invites you to become an integral part of observing and analyzing artworks. Part 2: “From Tarsila do Amaral to Joaquin Torres Garcia" The adventure […]

SOLD OUT – Explore Latin American Culture – Spring Break Camp

Britannia Community Centre - Rink Mezzanine Room 1661 Napier Street, Vancouver, B.C.

For kids with age at least 6 years but less than 10 years In partnership with the Britannia Community Centre and Words in Motion Spanish Language, we're excited to present a Latin American-inspired Spring Break Camp from March 18th to 22nd. During the week, participants will explore music, language, arts & crafts, dance, and food […]

Flamenco’s Latin American Connections – The Ida y Vuelta Song Forms

Vancouver, B.C.

A lecture, dance class and movement exploration workshop All Ages/ Abilities   Join us in this vibrant fusion of cultures on Saturday, April 6 at 2:15 pm at New Works Q7 Studios for our workshop exploring the Latin American connections in Flamenco. This class is tailored for anyone who wants to know more about the Flamenco's […]

Latin American Short Stories Reading Group – April

Vancouver, B.C.

VLACC is pleased to present a reading group open to anyone interested in short stories written by Latin American authors. Join us on Tuesday, April 9 at 6:30 pm, in the Conference Room (1661 Napier St) for a discussion on the stories "Continuity of Parks" and "Axolotl" by the Argentine author Julio Cortázar as we […]

Las Mujeronas – Work in Progress Studio Showing with Jhoely Triana Flamenco

Roundhouse Community Arts & Recreation Centre 181 Roundhouse Mews, Vancouver, B.C.

Come see Jhoely Triana Flamenco's new work in progress and better understand the creation process. Join us on Sunday, May 5, at 3:15 p.m. at Roundhouse Community Arts & Recreation Centre for a performance featuring four dancers, an artist talk-back session to ask questions, and a short, easy-to-follow community dance to end the session. Las […]