Merriam Theatre Presents DANZA CONTEMPORANEA DE CUBA, 5/24-25

Cuba's world-class contemporary dance company, Danza Contemporánea de Cuba, makes its Philadelphia debut at the Merriam Theater on Tuesday - Wednesday, May 24-25, 2011 at 7:30pm, as part of their first U.S. Tour. Featuring 21 gifted dancers, the troupe will introduce American audiences to its authentic blend of contemporary, Afro-Caribbean, Spanish and European dance styles that encapsulate the spirit of contemporary Cuban dance. The program includes: Rafael Bonachela's electrifying Demo-N/Crazy, Pedro Ruiz's sensual Horizonte, and George Cespédes' athletic Mambo 3XXI.

Due to the United States' embargo against Cuba, Danza Contemporánea de Cuba has never performed in the United States until now. Dance enthusiasts may now experience Cuba's finest dance company, Danza Contemporánea de Cuba, on their first U.S. Tour in the following additional locations: Virginia Festival of the Arts, New York's Joyce Theater and Boston's Strand Theatre.

In addition to the two public performances, Danza Contemporánea de Cuba will conduct outreach activities including a master class at University of the Arts, Tuesday, May 24 at 1pm; a free student matinee on Wednesday, May 25 at 11am at The Merriam Theater, as well as visits to local schools and dance studios. For more information contact Kimmel Center's Director of Education Julia Lopez, jlopez@kimmelcenter.org.

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