QUEER QUENTOS by Norma Seledon | Destinos Festival 2025

Schedule

Mon Oct 06 2025 at 07:00 pm to 08:30 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

Center on Halsted | Chicago, IL

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Join us for an evening of storytelling that celebrates and uplifts the voices of queer, lesbian, and transgender Latines in Chicago.
About this Event

DESTINOS 2025 - 8th Chicago International Latino Theater Festival



QUEER QUENTOS is a Co-Presentation between the Chicago Latino Theater Alliance (CLATA) and Center On Halsted(COH).

Visit us to know more about our Festival on clata.org

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Storytelling

Hosted by Norma Seledon

Line-up: TBD

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Synopsis:

Inspired by the intimate, authentic vibe of Chicago’s OUTspoken! LGBTQ+ Stories and the emotional resonance of The Moth’s StorySLAM format, this Queer Quentos gathering is a community-building celebration. Queer Quentos offers a space where our stories take center stage.

6 powerful storytellers, each sharing a personal tale (4–5 min).

2 amazing drag performances.

A resonant theme. A welcoming, non-judgmental atmosphere—with space to connect, reflect, laugh, and feel seen.

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Aprox. 80min

18+

Performed in English and Spanish.

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About DESTINOS 2025 – 8th CHICAGO INTERNATIONAL LATINO THEATER FESTIVAL

DESTINOS is an annual, citywide festival showcasing Chicago’s Latine theater artists and companies alongside Top Latine artists from the U.S. and Latin America. Every fall, Destinos presents a rich, diverse array of bilingual, Latine-themed shows, panels and student performances at marquee venues downtown, as well as storefront theaters and cultural institutions in predominantly Latine neighborhoods throughout the city.

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CLATA runs impactful programs year-round focused on empowering and uplifting the Latino community.



Want to Support?

Your support through a donation helps us continue these vital initiatives. By giving, you help amplify Latine voices on Chicago stages, nurture emerging talent, and celebrate the richness of our cultures. Your generosity fuels bold storytelling, honors heritage, and ensures our vibrant traditions thrive for generations to come.

Support here.



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Where is it happening?

Center on Halsted, 3656 North Halsted Street, Chicago, United States

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Chicago Latino Theater Alliance (CLATA)

Host or Publisher Chicago Latino Theater Alliance (CLATA)

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