Lunchtime Theater - Q'iru Duet: Latin-American Music

L UNCHTIME THEATER

Lunchtime Theater is a seasonal musical and theater performance program offered to enrich the community. Presented in partnership with the West Valley Arts Council and the City of Surprise, and hosted at the Arts HQ Gallery, it is a unique, diverse, and intimate experience among the visual and performing arts. Surrounded by gallery artwork, Arizona talent from the Phoenix Opera to local jazz trios and theater groups perform in an afternoon 1-hour show once a month from October-April. Ticket reservations are required in advance, and attendees are welcome to bring their own lunch or go out and support one of the many local restaurants in Surprise. Open seating begins at 11:30am, and each performance runs 12noon-1pm. (623) 584-2626.

ABOUT Q'IRU DUET

Q’iru, a talented clarinet and guitar ensemble, draws its name from the Quechua language, meaning "wood," paying homage to the indigenous people of South America. This Colombian-Chilean duet has gained recognition for their innovative fusion of Latin American musical styles, captivating audiences with their culturally rich and sonically diverse repertoire that includes popular Latin American rhythms such as tangos, choros, and cumbias.

Q’iru's exceptional musical talents have earned them invitations to prestigious events and festivals. In 2022, they were invited to perform at the International Clarinet Association’s ClarinetFest in Reno, NV, followed by their selection to play at the 50th anniversary of the ClarinetFest in Denver, CO, in 2023.

Since 2020, Q’iru Duet has performed in various cities and countries, including Chicago and Carbondale, IL, Phoenix and Tucson AZ, and Reno NV in the United States, as well as Colombia, Chile, and Mexico, Q’iru has garnered acclaim from diverse audiences. Their unique blend of culture and music is often enriched by extraordinary guest musicians who bring dynamic rhythms, adding an extra touch of authenticity and artistry to their already outstanding performances.

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Host or Publisher West Valley Arts Council