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El Zòcalo now operates a full season of scalable, replicable programming and established goals.
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Alley Theatre El Zócalo has partnered with the 18th Annual Frida Festival and 4th Annual Mariachi Festival to create unique opportunities for Houston’s diverse Hispanic community.
Through these partnerships, we have curated activities from Spring 2023 to Fall 2023 that connect Torera and American Mariachi through connected themes of “Fearless Women.” Here’s a line-up of our events:
Upcoming Events
EDUCARTE: TU VOZ
Saturday, October 7, 2023
12:00-2:00 P.M.
MEREDITH J. LONG THEATRE CENTER | TEXAS ROOM
615 TEXAS AVE, HOUSTON, TX 77002
Jose Longoria, American Mariachi Music Director and Founder of Mariachi Imperial, will guide you to take your singing to the next level! Whether you are new to mariachi singing or already have some experience, you will have an opportunity to explore the culture of Mariachi including the traditional mariachi instruments, wardrobe and history.
Ages 10+
Seguimos expandiendo el acceso al teatro a nuestra comunidad Hispana de Houston. Tendremos tres funciones con traducciones simultaneas en español durante American Mariachi. Conoce esta conmovedora historia en tu idioma utilizando un dispositivo con auriculares desde cualquier asiento. Venta de boletos próximamente.
- 7 de octubre | 8 P.M.
- 14 de octubre | 2 P.M.
Alley Theatre/El Zócalo is launching Yo Soy Houston Mariachi as part of Alley Theatre’s 77th season production of American Mariachi. We are excited to highlight our Mariachi community in Houston and are looking forward to present scheduled performances and feature them in a lobby display during the run of American Mariachi from September 22 through October 22. If you wish to be a part of the celebration and would like to play at one of our performances, click here.
Alley Theatre/ El Zócalo lanzara Yo Soy Hosuton Mariachi como parte de la producción de American Mariachi de la 77a temporada de Alley Theatre. Estamos muy contentos de destacar nuestra comunidad de Mariachi en Houston a través de presentaciones musicales y que formen parte de la exhibición en el vestíbulo durante las funciones de American Mariachi del 22 de septiembre al 22 de octubre. Si desea ser parte de la celebración y le gustaría tocar en una de nuestras funciones, haga click aquí.
cuentos & Charlas
Silent voices: Women Mariachi Bands in History
NATIONAL HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH CELEBRATION
Friday, September 15, 2023
Meredith J. Long Theatre Center
615 Texas Ave., Houston, TX 77002
Pre-show Reception at 4:30 p.m.
Cuentos y Charlas from 5:00-6:00 p.m.
The signature program, Cuentos y Charlas, will explore elements of Mexican tradition and culture in the world of mariachi bands and the roles that men and women have played throughout history. The impact that women mariachi bands have made in the cultural music industry has been unprecedented.
Previous Events
Educarte: En Movimiento
Saturday, June 3, 2023 | 4-6 p.m.
Meredith J. Long Theatre Center | 615 texas ave., houston, tx 77002
free for AGES 13+. Space is limited.
Get your dancing boots and red cape ready to step into the bullfighting ring! Mexican bullfighter Rodrigo Ortiz leads a bullfighting movement workshop in conjunction with a Flamenco dancer Irma La Paloma of Solero Flamenco. This evening of “dancing with a bull” will culminate with an evening performance of Torera. Deepen your experience with a performance of Torera on June 3, 2023 at 8:00 p.m.* Discounted tickets are available for $40 using the promo code MATADOR. *This performance will have Spanish Simultaneous Translations.
Educarte: Pinturas & Pasteles
Saturday, may 27, 2023 | 12:30-4p.m.
Meredith J. Long Theatre Center | 615 texas ave., houston, tx 77002
free for All ages. Space is limited.
Enjoy this FREE painting and cake decorating workshop led by artist Jesse Rodriguez from Magnolia Grown and pastry artist José Manuel Díaz. Inspired by the “fearless women” Frida Kahlo and the character of Elena Ramirez, the aspiring female bullfighter in the U.S premiere of Torera, participants will depict the “fearless women in their lives” by painting them on a canvas or decorating on gingerbread. Artwork can be displayed at The Magnolia Grown Art Gallery’s La Casita in a special exhibit tour during National Hispanic Heritage Month. Deepen your experience with a performance of Torera on May 27, 2023 at 2:30 p.m.* Discounted tickets are available for $20 using the promo code COMUNIDAD. *This performance will have Spanish Simultaneous Translations.
Torera Community Night Reception
Friday, may 19, 2023 | 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Meredith J. Long Theatre Center | 615 texas ave., houston, tx 77002
free for ages 13+. Space is limited.
Torera Community Night Reception celebrates fearless women such as Frida Kahlo and Elena Ramirez, the character of Alley Theatre’s world premiere play, Torera, written by a stunning new voice in American theatre, Monet Hurst-Mendoza. This event is open to the public and requires the purchase of tickets to the performance of Torera on May 19, 2023 at 8:00 p.m.* Discounted tickets are available for $40 using the promo code TORERA. *This performance will have Spanish Simultaneous Translations.
18th Annual “Viva Frida!” Festival
saturDAY, April 29, 2023 | 11 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
meca’s historic dow school | 1900 kane st., houston, tx 77007
FREE FOR all ages.
The festival will feature local musicians and performers and an arts market with a wide range of merchants, vendors, artisans and one-of-a-kind finds. We will also have our famous Frida look-a-like contest for all ages. For the first time, we will facilitate the contest online with an announcement of the winner at the Frida Festival. For photos of previous Frida Festivals, please visit this link.
EDUCARTE: TU VOZ
FRIDAY, April 21, 2023 | 6-8:30 p.m.
MEREDITH J. LONG THEATRE CENTER | 615 Texas Ave., houston, tx 77002
FREE FOR PARTICIPANTS 13+. SPACE IS LIMITED
Participants will learn the ins and outs of poetry writing and reading using two fearless women as inspiration: Frida Kahlo and aspiring bullfighter Elena Ramirez, the character of Alley Theatre’s world premiere play, Torera, written by Monet Hurst-Mendoza and directed by Tatiana Pandiani.
Frida en Primavera Dinner & Fashion Show
Wednesday, April 19, 2023 | 6-10 p.m.
The Ballroom at Bayou Place | 500 Texas Ave., houston, tx 77002
Requires ticket purchase starting at $150
Local fashion designers will style models and showcase their Frida-inspired interpretations on the runway. The evening features Frida’s iconic style, which was known for its bold colors, intricate patterns and the use of floral motifs. Proceeds will benefit MECA.
Frida en Primavera was a part of the 18th Annual Frida Festival.