"Company E" by Calpulli Mexican Dance Company

Описание: "Company E" is inspired in part by the 141st Infantry of the US ARMY, the first and only all Mexican-American unit, who served in WWII. Their story- told entirely through folkloric dance, dance theater, and music- honors their service and sacrifice for the USA. Learn more about the artistic work here: https://calpullidance.org/company-e

"Monarcas" is a broader production created by co-founders of Calpulli Mexican Dance Company Alberto Lopez Herrera and Juan Castaño. The production brings together short stories that seek to illuminate the contributions of Mexican immigrants. Much like the monarch butterfly, their voyage is fueled by love, life, and the dream of a better future. Learn more about "Monarcas" here: https://calpullidance.org/monarcas-1

Calpulli Mexican Dance Company is a non-profit organization based in New York City whose mission is to celebrate the rich diversity of Mexican cultural heritage through dance including live music. To this end, the organization produces professional performances via its international touring company, designs arts-in-education experiences in the schools, and leads free community classes in New York and New Jersey. www.calpullidance.org

Premiere: May 27, 2023 @ Queens Theatre, NYC
Story by & Choreography: Juan Castaño
Artistic Director: Alberto Lopez Herrera
Commissioned Choreographers: Grisel Pren Monje & Gabriela Garcia
Original Music & Musical Arrangements: George Saenz
Dramaturg: Gabriela Garcia
Costuming: Alberto Lopez Herrera, Melanie Wong, & Amanda Gladu
Scenery: Rodrigo Hernandez
Lighting Design: Alex Dheming Vasquez
Projections Design: Carolina Ortiz
Video by Dancing Camera