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“…an electrifying performer for his powerful stage presence and spontaneity that grows irresistible” Backstage New York.

Since his Carnegie Hall solo debut, (2009) multi-faceted touring artist Nilko Andreas has been entertaining audiences in three continents as an internationally awarded classical guitarist, Composer, Actor, Music Director as well as a singer (La Cumbiamba eNeYe, LaMar NYC, Cumbia LaMar), Born in Colombia, he carries the musical legacy of his mother land, layered with his experiences as a leading classical musician around the world and 22 years of living, producing theater and conducting in New York City.
He is the founder of the “Amazonas” a series presented at Carnegie Hall since 2010, with a heavy interest on raising awareness over environmental damage around the world. He will perform at Carnegie hall on may 25th 2023. he was “Don Quixote” in the Musical “The Man of la Mancha” by Musical Theater Heritage. His passion for the work of Federico Garcia Lorca made him collaborate and produce many Lorca plays “La zapatera prodigiosa” (Spanish repertory theater NYC) where he played Lorca himself and “el mozo de la faja” his score and collaboration with grupo “Artificio Theater” lead to rave reviews and awards, he conceived and directs “Asi canta Federico” a Musical theater portrait of the life and work of Federico Garcia Lorca.

An accomplished educator, Nilko Andreas has given master classes and conferences on classical guitar, LatinAmerican and Colombian Music in universities and conservatories around the world.

Founder of the Latin American Chamber Music Society and Founder of Azlo Productions.
www.nikoandreas.com

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American Blues Theater to Present Annual Blue Bash This Month


American Blues Theater will present the 2024 Blue Bash, a fundraiser celebrating the company’s history and artistry. Learn how to purchase tickets!

American Blues Theater Presents Liz Chidester In Concert As Part Of The Ongoing Virtual @home Accessibility Series


American Blues Theater presents a one-night-only concert with Ensemble member Liz Chidester on the eve of the release of her EP “The Death and Life of Billy the Kid.” 

American Blues Theater to Present Liz Chidester In Virtual Concert


American Blues Theater presents Liz Chidester in Concert as part of the ongoing virtual @Home Accessibility Series.

Photos: First Look at ASÍ CANTA FEDERICO at Centro Español de Queens


Centro Espanol de Queens will present ASI CANTA FEDERICO inspired by Federico Garcia Lorca on Friday, March 31st at 7:30pm. Check out photos here!

ASÍ CANTA FEDERICO Announced At Centro Español de Queens This March


The Universe of Federico Garcia Lorca will guide this performance into the Spanish dances, poems and songs from the traditional Spanish songbook. There will also be pieces from Padre Soler, Manuel de Falla and Isaac Albéniz.

Review: MAN OF LA MANCHA at Music Theater Heritage


Playing now at Music Theater Heritage through October 23 at Crown Center is an imaginative new production of 1965's Tony award winning Best Musical 'Man of La Mancha' offered by Musical Theater Heritage.

Nilko Andreas Will Lead Music Theater Heritage production of MAN OF LA MANCHA


Music Theater Heritage has announced the cast and creatives for its upcoming production of Man Of La Mancha, a collaboration with Kansas City's esteemed performance group, Ensemble Ibérica. 

Cristina Morrison Launches First Galapagos Music Fest


New York based American - Ecuadorean singer & actor Cristina Morrison, went back to Ecuador in December to spend some time there and develop new projects but since March she has been caught living under a strict Covid 19 country lockdown installed by the government, including a curfew which starts daily at 2pm.

Bryant Park Dance Party Begins May 1


At each Wednesday Bryant Park Dance Party event, audiences will learn basic steps with expert instructors from 6pm to 7pm by the Bryant Park Fountain, then get the chance to test out their new moves to the hot sounds of live music as performed by some of the New York City's best dance bands from 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm.

Sonia De Los Santos Brings ¡Alegría! With New Bilingual Family Album Celebrating Happiness


On October 5, 2018, Mexican-American singer-songwriter Sonia De Los Santos will release her lively second all-ages album ¡Alegría!, a spirited and cheerful collection of songs.

Bryant Park Celebrates DANCE PARTY!


Bryant Park Presents announces the full lineup for the 2017 weekly Dance Party!

Bryant Park Presents the Full Lineup for 2017 Dance Party!


Bryant Park Presents announces the full lineup for the 2017 weekly Dance Party!

BWW Dance Review: MORDANCE Celebrates 4th Anniversary at Sheen Center


Runway ready bodies, gorgeous faces, revealing costumes, and excellent technicians. With incredible ingredients like these, what could possibly go wrong? The music, lighting, and choreography.

MorDance Returns to New York This Spring with SEASON IV, FROM THE CENTER


MorDance, in its mission to create modern, relevant movement that maintains the integrity of classical ballet, returns to New York's newest performing arts center as its resident ballet company this spring with Season IV, From the Center. The first company to perform on the Sheen Center stage in 2014, MorDance returns April 21-24 to present Propinquity and Apart from the Peripheral, both world premieres, and The Shape of Voice, a continuation of a work commissioned by the Columbia Ballet Collaborative in November 2015.

MorDance Returns to New York This Spring with SEASON IV, FROM THE CENTER


MorDance, in its mission to create modern, relevant movement that maintains the integrity of classical ballet, returns to New York's newest performing arts center as its resident ballet company this spring with Season IV, From the Center. The first company to perform on the Sheen Center stage in 2014, MorDance returns April 21-24 to present Propinquity and Apart from the Peripheral, both world premieres, and The Shape of Voice, a continuation of a work commissioned by the Columbia Ballet Collaborative in November 2015.

MorDance Announces Season IV


MorDance, in its mission to create modern, relevant movement that maintains the integrity of classical ballet, returns to New York's newest performing arts center as its resident ballet company this spring with Season IV, From the Center. The first company to perform on the Sheen Center stage in 2014, MorDance returns to its black box theater April 21-24 to present Propinquity and Apart from the Peripheral, two world premieres and The Shape of Voice, a continuation of a work commissioned by the Columbia Ballet Collaborative in November, 2015.

Cooperstown Festival Offers Four Performances This Weekend


The Cooperstown Summer Music Festival will present four performances as part of its 8th annual Pro Am Performance Seminar. The Pro Am is a week-long program of rehearsals, coaching sessions, and performances led by Festival artistic director and flutist Linda Chesis; Shirley Irek, piano; Nilko Andreas, guitar; Hyung Suk Bae, cello; and Janet Sung, violin. These award-winning artists have performed worldwide. They will rehearse intensively and then perform with accomplished non-career musicians who come from across the country: Martha Somach, flute; Bruce Harris, piano; Mark Ptashne, violin; Jonathan Phillips, viola; and Barbara Gaden, cello.

Cooperstown Festival to Offer Four Performances, 6/25-28


The Cooperstown Summer Music Festival will present four performances as part of its 8th annual Pro Am Performance Seminar. The Pro Am is a week-long program of rehearsals, coaching sessions, and performances led by Festival artistic director and flutist Linda Chesis; Shirley Irek, piano; Nilko Andreas, guitar; Hyung Suk Bae, cello; and Janet Sung, violin. These award-winning artists have performed worldwide. They will rehearse intensively and then perform with accomplished non-career musicians who come from across the country: Martha Somach, flute; Bruce Harris, piano; Mark Ptashne, violin; Jonathan Phillips, viola; and Barbara Gaden, cello.

Music, Dance, Theater, Visual Arts and More Set for Latin American Cultural Week 2013, Now thru 11/24


Pan American Musical Art Research (PAMAR), founded and directed by Polly Ferman (and this year celebrating its 30th Anniversary!) has announced the 8th annual Latin American Cultural Week, a sumptuous list of events showing the rich culture of Latin America, with music, dance and theater performances, films, visual arts, and auctions, today, November 15-24 all around town, including Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall and the Apollo Theater in NYC, the Brooklyn Museum, and the Queens Theater, with a couple of trips to the Ritz Theater in Elizabeth NJ and Symphony Hall in Newark NJ.

Music, Dance, Theater, Visual Arts and More Set for Latin American Cultural Week 2013, 11/15-24


Pan American Musical Art Research (PAMAR), founded and directed by Polly Ferman (and this year celebrating its 30th Anniversary!) has announced the 8th annual Latin American Cultural Week, a sumptuous list of events showing the rich culture of Latin America, with music, dance and theater performances, films, visual arts, and auctions, November 15-24 all around town, including Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall and the Apollo Theater in NYC, the Brooklyn Museum, and the Queens Theater, with a couple of trips to the Ritz Theater in Elizabeth NJ and Symphony Hall in Newark NJ.

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