CONTRA-TIEMPO: ¡AZÚCAR!

Embark on a transformative journey through "¡Azúcar!" CONTRA TIEMPO's newest theatricaled dance work leans into Celia Cruz’s music as inspiration and delivers explosive salsa dancing while taking us through a truly Caribbean narrative. ¡AZÚCAR! explores our complex relationship with sugar and is a celebration of ancestral wisdom, also serving as an exploration of Afro-Latine ancestral movement. Unearth wisdom and healing through Celia Cruz's vibrant vibrations, delving into the complex history of sugar and its impact on our bodies and communities. Conceived and directed by Ana María Álvarez, this immersive experience features a village of brilliant artists who work together to confront the past, heal collectively, and celebrate the resilience of the human spirit.

*Festival Friend, Festival Family, Supporters Circle, Premiere Circle, and Founders Society Insiders are invited to join us for a post-show artist toast after this performance!

Host or Publisher International Festival of Arts & Ideas