Novalima brought the house down during their fourth concert in Chicago! Here is a video of their last concert with some interviews before and after the show. The first two interviews are in Spanish. If you don’t speak Spanish, here is a summary: Cotito, one of the percussionists of the band and the ambassador of Peruvian cajon, talks about their latest Novalima CD: Diabolic. I ask him about the origin of this name and he doesn’t know the answer, so I suggest one: it must be due to the diabolic sounds of his cajon that gets everybody crazy. Then it is Ramon Perez Prieto’s turn, one of the co-founders of Novalima, talking about the beauty of Chicago and expressing his interest in exploring bars here. He also explains that Novalima music is a fusion of rhythms from around the world but with strong Afro-Peruvian roots, which includes the use of traditional Afro-Peruvian musical instruments.
Fun Events in Chicago: August 26 – September 01
8/26: Free Eastern Blok Concert at Webster Wine Bar
The Chicago-based world fusion jazz ensemble Eastern Blok performs at Webster Wine Bar (1480 W Webster Ave) at 9pm . Their inventive re-interpretations of old standards and innovative original compositions are a by-product of the artful blending of many diverse styles with jazz including classical, Macedonian, Bulgarian, and Serbian folk, Klezmer, rock and a smattering of Middle Eastern flavorings as well. Read More
8/27: Venezuelan Movie Screening and Food – Rock Paper Scissors
Enjoy traditional Venezuelan food plus wine and beer followed by the screening of the 29th Chicago Latino Film Festival box office hit ‘Rock, Paper, Scissors’ (Piedra, papel o tijera). Read More
8/28: Logan Square International Film Series
In my book, this is one of the reasons why Logan Square is the coolest neighborhood in Chicago: it offers a free outdoors International Film Series featuring classic & emerging foreign films from every corner of the globe, all in their original languages (with English subtitles). All movies are screened every Wednesday at 8pm on the Comfort Station Lawn (2579 N. Milwaukee Ave); in case of bad weather, the movie will be screened inside the Comfort Station. This Wednesday, you will have the chance to see one of my favorite movies: The Motorcycle Diaries. Read More
8/28: 2013 Jazz Club Tour
The Jazz Club Tour takes its patrons for a ride to venerable jazz clubs, small joints, and community centers throughout Chicago. Explore and enjoy the longstanding bebop traditions of the Jazz Showcase in the South Loop, the upscale environs of the Drake Hotel’s Palm Court and Coq d’Or, and everything in between. All you have to do to join the fun is buy a promotional button ($25) that gives access to all participating clubs as well as trolley transportation between clubs. Read More
8/28: Red Baraat at World Music Wednesdays
This Wednesday at 8:30pm, The Old Town School of Folk Music (4544 N Lincoln Ave) presents Brooklyn’s band Red Baraat, a pioneering eight-piece band that has drawn worldwide praise for its singular sound – a merging of hard driving North Indian bhangra rhythms with elements of jazz, brass funk, and hip-hop. Free with a $10 suggested donation
8/29-9/01: Chicago Jazz Fest
Join hundreds of thousands in celebrating Chicago’s rich jazz history in this free event, the first of which began as a tribute to Duke Ellington in 1974. Currently the largest, free festival of its kind in the world, the Chicago Jazz Festival regularly draws top names in the genre. The festival’s mission is to showcase Chicago’s vast jazz talent alongside national and international artists to encourage and educate a jazz audience of all ages. Read More
8/29: Salsa at Lincoln Park Zoo
Dance to live music beneath the stars at Lincoln Park Zoo. This new event, held on the rooftop café in the heart of the zoo, features performances by Latin dance bands and group instruction by leading salsa dance instructors. This Thursday, the event will feature the Celia Cruz Tribute Band. Dance lessons by Saladeen from Chicago International Salsa Congress. Read More
8/29: Fandanguero & Soulphonetics-Tropical Addictions Series at The Dock Montrose Beach
Free. All Ages. By the beach. Read More
8/29-31: West Indian Folk Dance Company presents “Marley” – One in a Million (Bruce Hayden Theater – Malcolm X College – 1900 W Van Buren St)
This lyrical piece is set to a medley of the Rasta icon’s best-loved music, with a fusion of traditional and contemporary choreography designed to spotlight the meaning behind those songs. Featured is a jazzy reggae-type dance style which underscores the other side of Marley, the global relevance of his message, and what his work means to the World. Read More
8/30-9/02 Taste of Polonia
Music, food, and movies from Poland will be showcased at Copernicus Center this weekend (5215 W Lawrence). Read More
8/31: Fiesta Boricua
The 20th Anniversary of Fiesta Boricua a.k.a. Bandera a Bandera will be celebrated this weekend. This is a festival honoring Puerto Rican traditions, heritage & culture.Read More
8/31: Son Jarocho International Exchange Project
In a special concert that marks the opening of the new Ruiz Belvis Center, Afrojarochos will be joined by members of the world renown Muntu Dance Theater Ensemble and the community based Puerto Rican ensemble, Buya. This concert will demonstrate the popular interpretation of African and mestizo culture in the context of maintaining traditions in “the new world” and in extraordinary circumstances – as the practice of maintaining ones “roots” has been routinely discouraged and even outlawed throughout centuries. 2pm at Calles y Sueños (1900 S Carpenter St). Read More
8/3-9/2: African Festival of the Arts
Annually during Labor Day Weekend, the Festival grounds in Chicago’s Washington Park come alive in a simulated African village. Attendees are transported across the Diaspora with interactive demonstrations, vibrant drumming, historical artifacts, colorful and rich fabrics, informative health and wellness workshops, as well as fascinating entertainment. Read More
Can We Sing for Hope in Chicago?
My opera singer friend/songwriter Javier Bernardo, whom I met last year at the production of Aida for The Lyric Opera of Chicago, has the following picture as his Facebook profile:
I liked the picture so much that I had to ask him the story behind it. It was not taken in Chicago, but in New York, and the piano he is playing is one of many artist-designed pianos placed around the city for the use and enjoyment of the public by an organization called Sing for Hope. The organization has the following statement on their website:
The Sing for Hope Pianos unite our city, first as artists from all walks of life created daily spontaneous concerts and neighborhoods came together around the shared gift of music and art, and then as the pianos live on in their permanent homes. After their public residency, Sing for Hope donates each piano to an under-served local school, healthcare facility, or community organization, where Sing for Hope artists continue to bring the pianos to life year-round through classes, performances, and workshops.
I would love to see something similar emerging in Chicago as a resource for artists to engage and transform the violence that dominates our under-served communities through inclusive and accessible art for all. Any ideas on how to make this happen?
Fun Events in Chicago: August 19-25
August 20-24: Chicago Dancing Festival
Where can you see Hubbard Street, Giordano, the Joffrey Ballet, Ensemble Español, Natya Dance Theater and the Chicago Human Rhythm Project for free? At the best Dance Festival in the States for free. The Festival’s mission is to present a wide variety of excellent dance, enrich the lives of Chicago residents and provide increased accessibility to the art form, thereby helping create a new audience. Its vision is to raise the national and international profile of dance in the city, furthering Chicago as a dance destination. If for no other reason, you must see the Ensemble Español do their Bolero number. One of the most spectacular things you will ever see. Ole! Last year, more than 2,500 people showed up at Millennium Park for the closing performance, so make sure you get there early to find a good spot. Read More
8/20: Chicago Full Moon Jam
The jams are monthly celebrations, bringing together a diverse community of performers, musicians and spectators. Dozens of fire spinners perform to music provided by local percussionists, using performance tools such as poi (a set of chains with weighted ends), staff, hula hoops and fans. It’s a display that is part artistry and part athleticism, inspired by a long tradition of fire performance with roots in South Pacific cultures. They begin at sundown and end at 10:15pm. The jams take place at the Chicago lakefront park, between Foster and Lawrence Avenues. FREE. Read More
8/20: Movies at Millennium Park – DreamGirls
The Dreamettes are seeking fame and fortune and a Cadillac salesman seizes the opportunity to make them stars but not before he replaces the big booming voice of Effie with the slimmer Deena. The two singers take very different paths as Effie ends up on welfare and Deena becomes a star. Hudson won an Oscar for her first film, starring as Effie. 2006 (130 min.). FREE. Film will begin at 7:30 pm
8/21: How to be an Artistic Entrepreneur
Are you an emerging artist looking for guidance on how to get to the next level? Perhaps you want to learn how to take better pictures of your work? How about opening your own store? Well, then come to this amazing FREE event at CARAVAN BEADS OF CHICAGO (3339 N. Lincoln Ave). There will be four guest speakers to help you become a better Entrepreneur. They will also have free food, wine, and even a musical performance. Read More
Ongoing: SummerDance Fest
This week Summerdance offers Eastern European, Steppin’, Gypsy and Swing sance lessons and live music. FREE. Read More
8/22-25: Festa Italiana
Festa Italiana celebrates the history and heritage of our city’s Little Italy neighborhood. This four-day festival welcomes everyone looking to enjoy a taste of Italy. Shop on Taylor Street, eat authentic cuisine and bring your kids to the Momsay Kids Stage for family-friendly entertainment. There will also be three stages packed with lively musical acts with lineups to be announced. Read More
UPDATE: 8/23-25 Taste of Latin America has been POSTPONED until 2014
The 2nd annual Taste of Latin America that was supposed to happen this weekend in Humboldt Park has been postponed until 2014Read More
8/23-25: Brazil Fest
Celebrate Brazilian culture at the 2nd annual Brazil Fest Chicago! Immerse yourself in the richness of Brazilian culture through food, music, dance, folk art, kids activities, carnaval parades, and other art forms. By the way, I will be with Passistas Samba Dance group sharing the fun on stage on Sunday. Read More
8/24: 50th Anniversary Celebration of the March of Washington
This is a tribute by the DuSable Museum of one of the largest political rallies for human rights in United States history. It called for civil and economic rights for African Americans, and is where Martin Luther King, Jr., standing in front of the Lincoln Memorial, delivered his historic “I Have a Dream” speech advocating for racial harmony. FREE. Read More
8/24-25: Taste of Greece 2013 at Chicago’s Greektown
Hellenic pride will take center stage when this acclaimed annual culinary fest on Halsted Street in Chicago’s happening West Loop returns for its 24th year. As most Chicagoans know, this strip of Halsted has been the epicenter of the city’s acclaimed Greek restaurant scene for decades. If you have a sweet tooth, you should definitely try the Loukomades! Yes, food is great at Taste of Greece, but what I love the most is dancing! Greece is one of the few countries in the world where folk dances are as alive today as they were in ancient times. And here you have the chance to share a circle dance with perfect strangers to the sounds of great live Greek music. Don’t miss the chance to experience this. Read More
Fun Events in Chicago August 12-18
Hello! Here are my picks for this week in Chicago:
8/13: Tuesdays on the Terrace at the Museum of Contemporary Art with Julia Huff
The Museum of Contemporary Art’s Terrace turns into a jazz concert every Tuesday evening this summer. Each week different jazz musicians play at the Terrace. You can bring your own blanket to watch on the garden lawn, or you can rent a chair. Read More
8/13: Eastern Blok with Nohaybanda trio and World Service Project
The Chicago-based world fusion jazz ensemble Eastern Blok performs at Reggies Music Joint. Their inventive re-interpretations of old standards and innovative original compositions are a by-product of the artful blending of many diverse styles with jazz including classical, Macedonian, Bulgarian, and Serbian folk, Klezmer, rock and a smattering of Middle Eastern flavorings as well. Read More
8/13: Movies at Millennium Park -Cabaret
Liza Minnelli and Joel Grey both took home Oscars as did Director Bob Fosse, just three of the eight Oscars won by this Kander and Ebb musical. It focuses on the decadent Kit Kat Club in a 1930s pre-Hitler Berlin and its nightclub singer, the carefree Sally Bowles. 1972 (124 min.) Free. Film will begina at 7:30 pm. Read More
8/14: Reggae Beach Party at Montrose Beach
Absolutely free to the public & also pet + kid friendly.
“Tropical Addiction Reggae Series “. Read More
8/14: Chicago Shakespeare in the Parks
Building on the success of last summer’s inaugural session, the expanded 2013 program will bring William Shakespeare’s The Comedy of Errors. FREE FOR ALL, to neighborhood parks across Chicago. A specially equipped truck will roll into each park, a stage will unfold, and a company of professional actors will share the delight of Shakespeare. Read More
8/15: Sones De México Ensemble with the Chicago Sinfonietta Wind Ensemble
Celebrate summer with a fandango featuring the GRAMMY Award-winning Sones de México Ensemble Chicago along with a wind ensemble from the Chicago Sinfonietta. Read More
8/15: Cuban Charanga at Lalo’s
Pa’ Gozar at Lalo’s on Maxwell Street with Cuban Charanga and Mexican Food. Read More
8/15:Will From Brazil at Underground Wonderbar
Come out for some live Brazilian-Fusion Music and awesome people and atmosphere! Read More
8/16-17: SummerDance in Grant Par
This weekend features Swing and Salsa. Read More
8/16: Indian Independ-DANCE with DJ Cheb i Sabbah
Born in Algeria of Berber (Amazigh) descent, Cheb i Sabbah moved to Paris as a teenager and became a DJ by chance. By the late 1980s, residing in San Francisco, he was internationally pushing boundaries on the dance floor, seeking ways to infuse Asian, Arabic, and African sounds into the mix. Then as the “world music” movement unfolded, Cheb i Sabbah took the inspired step of recording traditional and classical musicians from India, Pakistan, and Africa, effectively transforming those compositions into sonic landscapes, thus creating a new style of electronic music “composed” by a DJ. Read More
8/16: The Balkan Invasion Party
It’s the craziest Balkan dance party going on every 3rd Friday of the month in the downstairs lounge of SubT. Read More
8/17: The DuSable Museum of African American History presents Movies in the Park- Jumpin’ the Brooom
Join some of Chicago’s premiere steppers and steppin’ teams at the DuSable Museum, and learn the distinctive art and varying styles of this beautiful couples’ dance. After a time of exciting, interactive instruction, the Museum lawn becomes your dance floor to step until dusk. Free.
SCHEDULE:
7:00PM Steppin’ demonstration
7:30PM Couples dance
8:30PM Feature Presentation: “Jumpin’ The Broom”
8/17: Unisono Festival
Unisono is an annual music and cultural festival held in Chicago’s historic Pilsen neighborhood. Unisono celebrates community empowerment through diversity, education and social justice. The festival features popular musical performances, poetry performances and readings from renowned authors, as well as a variety of free educational and art workshops. Read More
8/17: Raices del Ande Concert at Old Town School of Folk Music
Raíces del Ande was founded in 1983 by six Chicago-based Bolivian university students. The group’s style, known internationally as Andean music, combines indigenous, Spanish, and African influences. Read More
How to be an Artistic Entrepreneur
Are you an emerging artist looking for guidance on how to get to the next level? Perhaps you want to learn how to take better pictures of your work? how about opening your own store?
Well, then come to this amazing FREE event:
How to be an Artistic Entrepreneur 101
at
CARAVAN BEADS OF CHICAGO
(3339 N. Lincoln Ave)
There will be four guest speakers to help you become a better Entrepreneur. They will also have free food, wine, and even a musical performance.
Agenda:
5-6PM: Make and Take
6:15-6:35pm: How to sell your work on Etsy.com by Rebecca George
6:45-7:05PM: How to start your retail shop by Nicole Northway
7:30-7:50PM: Better pictures with a Demo Photography by Kat Wisnewski
8PM: MusicalPerformance
Sponsors:
Whole Foods
One Strange Bird
Starbuck’s
Fun events in Chicago: August 5-11
8/5: Ebony Fashion Fair
The Chicago History Museum presents Inspiring Beauty: Ebony Fashion Fair, an exhibition of an American story that explores the show’s legacy, vision and creativity of Eunice W. Johnson. You’ll see priceless garments collected over the fashion show’s 50-year history, including works from fashion icons Oscar de la Renta and Christian Dior. Read More
8/6: Chicago Shakespeare in the Parks
Chicago Shakespeare Theater presents The Comedy of Errors for its 2013 Chicago Shakespeare in the Parks season! A specially equipped truck will roll into parks around the city, a stage will unfold, and a company of professional actors will share the delight of Shakespeare with families and neighbors of all. Read More
8/6-8: The Garfield Park Conservatory Hosts a Twilight Dance Performance of Paradis
Paradis, by a canary torsi | Yanira Castro is a site-specific contemporary dance performance and audio installation with live piano performed at the Garfield Park Conservatory (300 N. Central Park Ave.) Inspired by the final section of Jena-Luc Godard’s 2004 film, “Notre Musique”, Paradis continues Castro’s exploration of the space between the performer and audience member: The tension in the simultaneous experience of distance and intimacy inherent in the live performed moment.
To reserve a free admission ticket, visit dcase-eorg.eventbrite.com. This performance is not recommended for children under the age of 12. Read More
8/7: Tall Ships Chicago
Majestic and historic tall ships from the world take over Navy Pier at this annual event! You’ll have the chance to view, board and sail on various international vessels. Parade of Sail August 7: See the fleet of 14 international Tall Ships in this official kickoff to the event. Read More
8/7: Black Harvest Film Festival
The Black Harvest Film Festival is our city’s largest and longest-running Black film festival and the Gene Siskel Film Center’s most vibrant annual showcase featuring provocative films that tell stories, spark lively discussions, and address issues relating to the experiences from the African diaspora. Read More
8/7: Concerto for Saxophones with James Carter
Summer heats up with jazz virtuoso James Carter performing Roberto Sierra’s Concerto for Saxophones with Grant Park Orchestra in Millennium Park. Works exploring Brazilian folklore, the tango, and the prairies of Argentina round out this night of Latin American music. This is the program:
Piazzolla: Milongón Festival
Ginastera: Pampeana No. 3
Sierra: Concerto for Saxophones
Villa-Lobos: Bachianas Brasileiras No. 7
8/9-11: Serb Fest
Experience Serbian culture at its best.
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8/9-11: Ginza Holiday Festival
Throw on a yukata, the summer kimono, at this 57th annual celebration. Meet and buy crafts from master craftsmen called Waza. Live martial arts, cultural songs, classical dances and Japanese food give Chicago a taste of Japan. Get to the fest early Saturday before the entrance fee rises to $10 at 7pm for Yoko Noge’s Japanesque Band. Read More
8/9: Spanish Galician & Irish Bagpipe Music with Carlos Nuñez at Summerdance Fest
A master of the Galician gaita, Carlos Nuñez has travelled the world over as a musical ambassador representing the Spanish-Celtic enclave of Galicia collaborating with The Chieftains, Ry Cooder, and Jackson Browne along the way. Read More
8/9: Kevin Leeds and Global Cooling with Elev8tor Party
This will be a funk/rock/downtempo global dance party at Mayne Stage. Read More
8/9: Babaloo Nights at Park Tavern
This is the grand opening of new Salsa event on Friday nights with Rico No Suave and Eddie Mozkito Cruz. Read More
8/9: Samba Night with Swing Brasileiro
This is another edition of the Pagode Do Marcao (Samba Night) at Revolver Bar (3759 N. Damen Ave) from 10pm to 2am. Read More
8/9: Los Macuanos and Cumbia Machin
Los Macuanos carry disparate influences, which range from minimal techno and dubstep, to more experimental styles like glitch, noise and no wave, while adhering to a strict discourse on traditional Mexican sounds. Cumbia Machin is an Electro-Cumbia project that combines the use of live electronics and sequencers to create an original Dub-Style Cumbia. Read More
8/9: Rhythmic Resistance Caribbean Edition
Celebrate the Existence and Resistance of the Afro-Caribbean people in Panama and Costa Rica. Read More
8/10-11Armenian Fest
Saint Gregory Armenian Church, 6700 W. Diversey
The annual Armenian fest takes place every August during the Feast of the Assumption of the Holy Mother of God. Two days of Armenian music and food on the grounds of St. Gregory the Illuminator Armenian Church. Read More
8/10: North Halsted Market Days
For 48 hours, the neighborhood of Boystown becomes filled with food, art, music and fun. The 32nd annual Northalsted Market Days is the largest two-day street fair in the Midwest with more than 40 musical performances and 400 food and art vendors. Read More
8/10: Retro on Roscoe
Enjoy top Chicago talent and entertainment on 3 main stages, six full blocks of artisans, antique vendors, and cool merchants, tasty treats from local restaurants, and summertime samplings of regional favorites along this tree-lined street. Read More
8/10: Reggae Beach Party
From 5 to 10pm at Ohio St. Beach. Read More
8/10: Estamos en Salsa Saturdays
Every 2nd Saturday at Taxim (1558 N. Milwaukee Ave). Read More
8/11 : Clinard Dance Theatre Flamenco Summer Culmination Event
I will be performing with Clinard Dance Theatre at this event. It will show student and professional work August 11th at the National Museum of Mexican Art (1852 W 19th St., Chicago, IL) at 2 PM to celebrate the close of its summer session of flamenco classes. The performance will share student studies ranging from beginners to emerging professionals and an excerpt from the Company’s latest original work. Featuring special guest artists Alfonso Cid and Las Guitarras de Espana. Buy your tickets here
See Bebel Gilberto live August 11-12 at City Winery. Read More
8/11: Ecuador Parade
The Ecuador Parade will take place in Albany Park (4346 N California Ave) and will feature a vibrant train of floats, along with Andean music and dancing from local folkloric troupes, all celebrating Ecuadorian independence. Free.
8/11: Gipsy Kings
See Gipsy Kings live August 11 at Ravinia. Read More.
Come to my Flamenco performance with Clinard Dance Theater
How to have fun in Chicago: July 29- August 4
7/30: “The Bad Intentions” at Latino Cultural Center
Spanish with English subtitles
Enjoy traditional Peruvian food plus wine and beer followed by the screening of the 28th Chicago Latino Film Festival box office hit ‘The Bad Intentions’ (Las malas intenciones) by Peruvian director (born in Chicago) Rosario Garcia Montero. With the return of her ever-depressed, pill-popping and now pregnant mother, eight-year-old Cayetana prepares for battle convinced the birth of her brother will end her life. She slips into fantasies with Peruvian war heroes to find acceptance and existence far from her reality – a life of neglect expressed in her malicious behavior, devious planning and cruel wishes. Read More
7/30: Buena Vista Social Club at Millennium Park
A group of legendary Cuban musicians, some in their nineties, were brought together by Ry Cooder to record a CD. In this documentary, we see and hear some of the songs being recorded in Havana and watch as many of these musicians resurrected their careers. 1999 (105 min.) Film will begin at 7:30 pm.
7/31: Sexomedy with Melissa DuPrey
SEXomedy is a raw and edgy comedy show of one’s woman attempt to reveal her truth about sex. In it, Melissa unveils her many tales of frustration, surprise, and pleasures in the bedroom. Read More
8/1: Novalima Concert and After-Party
Founded by four friends from Lima with a shared passion for both traditional Afro-Peruvian music and modern DJ culture, Novalima searches for the common ground between tradition and innovation. Their efforts have helped bridge the divide between the Peruvian mainstream and the Afro-Peruvian community, a minority population that has struggled against discrimination and the threat of cultural dissolution for generations. Read More
8/2-4 Cuban Fest
Featuring performances by:
Cachao Mambo All Stars, timba superstar Manolín “El Médico de la Salsa,” and award-winning salsa singer Jerry Rivera. Also, Xiomara Laugart, “La Voz de Cuba,” will beperforming with violin virtuoso Alfredo de la Fé’s orchestra. Read More
8/3-5: Lollapalooza Fest and After-Parties
Lollapalooza is Chicago’s biggest music festival. Each year in August, music legends from the alternative, hip hop, punk and pop world join more than 100 bands and musicians in Grant Park for a 3-day musical event that brings hordes of people from all of the city, suburbs, and beyond. Tickets are sold out, but if you can somehow get one, check out the performances by The Killers, Nine Inch Nails, New Order and Thievery Corporation on Friday, Mumford and Sons on Saturday and The Cure on Sunday. Click here for the complete lineup and here for a list of after-parties starting this Wednesday.
8/3-4: The World of Faeries Festival at Raas Park
This is an annual fest about wizards, dragons, unicorns and anything else related to that fairies world. The festival also has live acoustic music, fairy art and handcrafts. Read More
8/4 Belize Day in The Park
Try food, crafts, and music from Belize at Hawthorne Race Course(3501 S Laramie Ave). Read More
SEXomedy: Hysterical, Untamed, Unashamed
In the days of reality TV where just anyone can become famous for being married into the mob, NBA, or a rich family, it’s refreshing to see young artists climb their way to notoriety on the backs of their own talent. Chicago has long since been the breeding grounds for artists in the fields of theatre, music, comedy, dance, and performance, and is now becoming the forefront of the most innovative and provocative solo artists. Included in this exciting group is a wave of revolutionary Latino performers pushing the envelope, and breaking stereotypes. One of them is Melissa DuPrey, a Boricua from the Humboldt Park neighborhood who has been firing up the stages with live theatre and comedy around the city.
I recently had the pleasure to interview Melissa for CAN TV’s show Perspectivas Latinas and talk about her latest production called SEXomedy, a raw and edgy comedy show of one’s woman attempt to reveal her truth about sex. In it, Melissa unveils her many tales of frustration, surprise, and pleasures in the bedroom. From preparing to do the deed to the hassles of dating, from shaving to Abuela’s consejitos, Melissa dares to share what your mama never told you about sex. You will find yourself laughing, blushing, and screaming for more! Her monologue is full of very candid and hilarious jokes; however, they are not superficial at all. Through them, Melissa is addressing deeper issues, such as her perspectives about gender roles, self-image and even race in Latino and American cultures. The show is Melissa’s declaration of independence with her own sexuality and sense of being. If you are curious about her and the show (I’m sure you are!), go to her next performance; you will have a great time. Here is the information:
Wednesday, July 31, 2013 at 7:00 PM
Greenhouse Theater – Downstairs Mainstage
2257 N. Lincoln Ave.
Chicago, IL 60614
Phone: (773) 404-4336
Website: www.greenhousetheater.org
E-Mail: boxoffice@greenhousetheater.org
Tickets cost $15 and you can buy them here
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