Xiomara Laugart News

Prepare for an electrifying celebration of Celia Cruz’s legacy, Cuban music, and culture at McCarter Theatre Center. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets here!

McCarter Theatre Center will open its fall presenting season with Camille A. Brown & Dancers performing I AM. A five-time Tony Award nominee, Brown has redefined boundaries across dance, opera, and Broadway.

Jazz saxophonist Godwin Louis releases his sophomore album 'Psalms and Proverbs,' offering a jazzy exploration of religious themes. Fans can expect a soulful and spiritual musical experience.

The original stage production We Have Iré recounts the stories of four Cuban-born artists who, after having immigrated and established a life in San Francisco, return to Cuba together. IRE Records announces the release of a cast album featuring new music from Grammy-winning Jazz artist Yosvany Terry on September 18.

Convergences Theatre Collective is pleased to announce A MEXICAN AFFAIR will be adding additional performances to their previously announced 'Cinco de Mayo Celebration' at The Paper Factory Hotel's Rose Room in Long Island City (37-06 36th Street, Queens, NY 11101).

Birdland will kick-off their great week of programming March 6-12 with the following acts

Birdland Jazz Club has announced its lineup for March 6-March 12, featuring Gary Burton and Mokoto Ozone Duets, Karen Mason, Eric Comstock, and more. Scroll down for details!

Birdland will kick-off their exciting month of programming with the following acts:

Symphony Space is pleased to announce the first installment of The Source Project, a weeklong celebration tracing the influence of Africa on New World cultures. This inaugural year focuses on Afro-Cuban culture, with an enticing mix of music, documentaries, cocktails, and a talk on the island's undersea marvels.

Aimed at guiding patrons through themes of discovery, understanding and cultural celebration, City College Center for the Arts (CCCA), presents a concert that brings together traditional and contemporary music. For one night only, tonight, May 15, 2015, the evening will celebrate the indelible footprints left by Harlem based Cuban legends of the past. Curated by Nelson Radhames Rodriguez and headlined by acclaimed saxophonist and composer Yosvany Terry, the evening honor legends of the past such as Luciano 'Chano' Pozo, Machito, Mario Bauza, Chico O'Farrill, Mongo Santamaria, Carlos 'Patato' Valdes, Arsenio Rodriguez and Graciela Perez. Terry is also joined on stage by vocalist Gema Corredera and composer Xiomara Laugart.

Aimed at guiding patrons through themes of discovery, understanding and cultural celebration, City College Center for the Arts (CCCA), presents a concert that brings together traditional and contemporary music. For one night only, May 15, 2015, the evening will celebrate the indelible footprints left by Harlem based Cuban legends of the past. Curated by Nelson Radhames Rodriguez and headlined by acclaimed saxophonist and composer Yosvany Terry, the evening honor legends of the past such as Luciano 'Chano' Pozo, Machito, Mario Bauza, Chico O'Farrill, Mongo Santamaria, Carlos 'Patato' Valdes, Arsenio Rodriguez and Graciela Perez. Terry is also joined on stage by vocalist Gema Corredera and composer Xiomara Laugart.

The World Music Institute is thrilled to present, along with the Apollo Theater, the second edition of Africa Now! —a weekend festival with a focus on today's African music scene, featuring artists who draw upon their roots for inspiration, and transplant them into the global music landscape.

Celia: The Life and Music of Celia Cruz, the Off Broadway musical celebrating the legendary 'Queen of Salsa' currently playing at New World Stages celebrated its 200th performance last night on Tuesday, February 19.

On Friday, December 21, cast members from the off-Broadway productions of Celia, Jump, My Mother's Italian, My Father's Jewish & I'm In Therapy! and Wanda's World presented the final outdoor concert in a series of four fantastic Fridays of Off-Broadway performances at the Holiday Market in Union Square.

Celia: The Life and Music of Celia Cruz, the new musical that recently opened at New World Stages, has put a new block of tickets on sale today. Celia has also added another English-language performance on Tuesday evenings at 8PM.

Due to popular response, Celia: The Life and Music of Celia Cruz is extending performances at New World Stages for the holiday season through January 27 2008

An all Latino ensembles prepares for off-Broadway premiere of Celia: The Life and Music of Celia Cruz, beginning previews August 28, opening September 19 at New World Stages.