MACLA presents: Riding the Currents of the Wilding Wind
Schedule
Fri Sep 27 2024 at 07:30 pm to 09:30 pm
UTC-07:00Location
510 S 1st St,San Jose,95113,US | San Jose, CA
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Stories and songs from the epic novel Their Dogs Came with Them by Helena María Viramontes.Join us for the San José premiere of Riding the Currents of the Wilding Wind , created by musical director Martha Gonzalez of the GRAMMY Award winning band Quetzal, in collaboration with Alpert Award winning interdisciplinary artist Virginia Grise and directed by Kendra Ware.
Riding the Currents of the Wilding Wind delves into themes of gentrification, identity, and the quest to find one’s place in the world. This immersive theatrical concert blends storytelling and live music, drawing directly from the epic novel Their Dogs Came with Them by Helena María Viramontes. Expect captivating narratives about sharpshooters and earthmovers, helicopters in the sky, and women that fly.
The performance features an eclectic mix of Mexican and Afro-Cuban rhythms, jazz, funk, rock, and gospel, brought to life by MacArthur “Genius Grant” recipient Martha Gonzalez , Tylana Renga Enomoto and Juan Perez from the GRAMMY Award winning band Quetzal, alongside actor Lulu Matute .
Don't miss this chance to witness a fusion of literature and music!
Friday, September 27, 2024 – Doors: 7:30 PM | Show: 8:00 PM
Saturday, September 28, 2024 – Doors: 7:30 PM | Show: 8:00 PM
Sunday, September 29, 2024 (Matinée) – Doors: 1:30 PM | Show: 2:00 PM
Tickets:
$45 Reserved Seating
$30 General Admission
$10 Students
Run Time: approximately 60 minutes
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Where is it happening?
510 S 1st St,San Jose,95113,US, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
