Castillo News

The Ópera de Bellas Artes premiered a new production of 'Florencia en el Amazonas' by Daniel Catán. The upcoming shows will take place on October 10, 12, and 15. This production marks the start of the fourth season of the National Opera Company at the Palacio de Bellas Artes.

Company of Angels will present the world premiere of 'RISE' by Kimba Henderson, a poignant and haunting journey through the decades of a Boyle Heights African American woman and her connection to the neighborhood.

Get ready for the west coast premiere of the multi-award-winning film, West of Frank, at the Newport Beach Film Festival. Directed by Breton Tyner-Bryan, this film explores the metaphysical energy of the historic Jefferson Market Library and features a cast of 12 Broadway performers.

I Don’t Speak Spanish, an original play by local playwright, actor, and director David Ramón Zayas, is a beautiful, thoughtful exploration of the many layers that make up our lives. The actors weave together a story that the audience won’t soon forget. I Don’t Speak Spanish is an impactful, important play that audiences need to experience.

The OSN inaugurated the International Forum of New Music Manuel Enríquez with works by Ligeti, Lavista, Rasgado, Vera, and Estrada. The concert will be repeated on Sunday, October 8th at 12:15 pm in the Main Hall of the Palacio de Bellas Artes.

Tower of Power, known for their iconic horn-led funk and soul sound, is celebrating 55 years of touring and comes to Mayo Performing Arts Center on Sunday, November 5.

Discover the fantastical universe of bestiaries in the play Zoológica. Explore the language of puppets and objects in relation to the actor's body. Join Alondra as she shares her story and the remnants of her life in the circus. Don't miss this captivating production at Sala CCB from October 5-8.

Experience the deeply moving and thought-provoking production of 'Indecent' at Emerson Theater Collaborative in Sedona. Explore the controversial Broadway debut that tackles themes of art, freedom, censorship, and persecution. Don't miss this Tony Award-winning play.

The New Philharmonia Orchestra announces its 2023-24 season, 'Tried, True and New!' Three different programs will be performed at Newton's Grace Episcopal Church. Featuring Beethoven, Sibelius, Copland, Rachmaninoff, and new works by New Phil members.

La Coordinación Nacional de Teatro del Instituto Nacional de Bellas Artes y Literatura (Inbal) presenta su programación en el Centro Cultural del Bosque para el mes de octubre. La cartelera estará integrada por 10 puestas en escena, además del VIII Ciclo de dramaturgia y creación escénica escrita y dirigida por mujeres; Somos materia - Ciclo de teatro de títeres y objetos para adultos; la residencia por aniversario de la compañía Lagartijas tiradas al Sol y el IV Encuentro de Fronteras líquidas. 

La Secretaría de Cultura del Gobierno de México y el Instituto Nacional de Bellas Artes y Literatura (Inbal), a través de la Coordinación Nacional de Artes Visuales, realizarán un homenaje al reconocido pintor figurativo chiapaneco Enrique Estrada (1942-2023), cuya obra influyente y legendaria ha dejado una profunda huella en el arte mexicano. 

WEST OF FRANK, a new queer dance drama film by Breton Tyner-Bryan, will make its New York premiere at the Chelsea Film Festival. The film explores the historic Jefferson Market Library and the Women's House of Detention in Manhattan's Greenwich Village through the medium of dance.

Virginia Stage Company will co-produce with Core Theatre Ensemble two, spooky, live theatrical tales on Halloween night at the Wells Theatre. Learn more about the upcoming shows here!

Four women writers of the Harlem Renaissance meet in 'Telling Tales Out of School' by Wesley Brown, directed by Woodie King, Jr. at Castillo Theatre/ASP. The play offers a unique perspective on the Harlem Renaissance by providing a character study of four of its most-noted female prime movers. Check out event information here!

NEW FEDERAL THEATRE will hold its 53rd Anniversary Celebration on October 2 at Edison Ballroom, honoring Woodie King, Jr., Gabrielle Kurlander, and Sade Lythcott. The gala is chaired by Kenny Leon and Lynn Whitfield.

The Manhattan Association of Cabarets has revealed that its Board of Directors has elected its long-time Vice President Julie Miller to become the new President of the MAC Board.

All new photos have been released from opening night of Tripping on Life at Theatre Row. Check out the photos here!

Company of Angels presents the world premiere of 'RISE' by Kimba Henderson, a poignant and haunting journey through the decades of a Boyle Heights African American woman and her unrelenting resolve to never leave.

Mujeres en el México revolucionario, futbol, migración, drogas y la conquista espiritual, temas de la Temporada Otoño – Invierno de la CNTeatro. The Inbal will premiere seven stage productions by different creators and in different venues.

Syracuse Stage kicks off its 50th anniversary season with Heidi Schreck’s 'What the Constitution Means to Me', a clever, poignant, multifaceted gem of a play. Literally framed like an old photograph that stirs memory, the play begins as the middle-aged Heidi Schreck (Mel House) steps into a picture of her teenage self engaged in competitive debate.