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It's about 'Flamenco Jazz' with Rebeca Vallejo at Cornelia Street Cafe in New York. We are remembering, Rebeca Vallejo intervied with reporter Sandra Scallon from En La Escena / On The Scene. Visit: www.enlaescena.com
Flamenco Jazz with Rebeca Vallejo at Cornelia Street Cafe NYC
Blast from the Past from ELE / On The Scene! En La Escena host, Dove, interviews and trains with Puerto Rican boxer, Edgar Santana. (This is an excerpt from our TV Pilot). Copyright © 2007 ELE Productions, LLC. Visit: www.enlaescena.com
La obra ‘Riqueño’ habla de la identidad puertorriqueñaPor Sandra Escallón El próximo 26 de julio llega a Nuyorican Poets Cafe la obra Riqueño,un show que por medio de la poesía, la música y hasta bailes tradicionales, explora la identidad puertorriqueña a través de la historia. Hablamos con Paloma Sierra Hernández, libretista de la obra, y con la directora Zoe Clayton, quienes nos cuentan sobre la importancia de la historia y su relación con el tema de la identidad. Además, nos resaltan el grandioso trabajo en equipo que tuvieron, logrando traer a escena una obra que no se pueden perder. Para comprar los boletos hacer click aquí. S: ¿Cómo fue el proceso de creación de‘Riqueño’*?P: El proceso comenzó como una inspiración en mi experiencia como alguien que nació y creció en Puerto Rico, y que llegó a los Estados Unidos para estudiar en la universidad. Entonces, es sobre esa experiencia de cómo se percibe la identidad puertorriqueña para aquellos que crecimos en la isla o aquellos que lo hicieron acá. Hay diferentes maneras de ver esa identidad boricua, e hice una investigación que costaba de leer clásicos de la literatura puertorriqueña, tanto de autores que escribieron desde la isla como aquellos que lo hicieron desde la diáspora. También entrevisté gente que fueron criadas fuera y dentro de la isla y que se consideraban puertorriqueñas. S: Esta obra la presentas luego de un momento difícil debido a las consecuencias del huracán. ¿Cómo crees que‘Riqueño’ puede inspirar a la comunidad de Nueva York a involucrarse más con la isla? P: Algo que yo noté con el huracán es que hubo una unión por parte de los que estaban en la isla y también de aquellos que estaban en la diáspora. No fue tanto cuestión de quién es más legítimo, pero nos vemos todos como puertorriqueños. Hubo un sentido de unidad que puede perderse a veces por esa idea de identidad. La obra nos muestra que todo es cuestión de ser puertorriqueño y querer ayudar a nuestra comunidad. S: La obra muestra diferentes expresiones artísticas, desde teatro hasta poesía. ¿Quienes participaron en tu equipo para lograr desarrollar cada una de estas expresiones? P: Yo escribí el texto, la música fue realizada por el maestro Emanuel Franco Fraticelli, quien es un compositor puertorriqueño y ahora estudia en el conservatorio de Puerto Rico. En la dirección está Zoe Clayton, la diseñadora de vestuario y escenografía es Domitille Angoulvant, diseñadora de media es Sophie Chen, y nuestros actores.Palabras de Zoe Clayton:S: ¿Cómo fue trabajar con todos en equipo?Z: Todos fueron muy creativos y excelentes personas para trabajar. Tenemos un reparto muy diverso: puertorriqueños de diferentes partes de la isla, también una actriz mexicana estadounidense, y otra de Colombia. Muchas veces nos reunimos para hablar de las diferentes culturas y el significado de ser hispano, especialmente en este país y a cierta edad. Y para mi, que no soy hispana, ha sido un lugar y ambiente increíble para discutir estos temas.Fue un proceso muy creativo y donde todos colaboramos. Ha sido muy divertido.S: ¿Qué esperas que la audiencia se lleve de la obra y de lo que significa ser inmigrante en Nueva York?Z: Espero que esta obra sea una celebración de la identidad y la aceptación de cómo lo que somos puede cambiar con el tiempo, pero lo que nos identifica siempre estará ahí. S: ¿Por qué es importante tener obras como estas en Nueva York?Z: Soy la directora artística de Paint Theater y espero que crear con este show un mundo de celebración. La obra es importante ahora para aquellos que se preguntan qué significa ser estadounidense, porque tiene varios significados, y eso se ve en Nueva York. Es la ciudad perfecta para mostrarlo.
We have two sons. Sebastian is 3, Francisco just 5 months old. I cannot imagine the emotional trauma my boys would experience if they were to be separated from Vanessa and me. But that’s what's happening at our border—forced family separations, denial of due process, imprisonment of kids and parents. To be silent while this takes place in our country is to be an accomplice.I'm headed to Washington, D.C., this Saturday, June 30, to join tens of thousands of people for the Families Belong Together march. It's one of more than 700 events around the country taking place where, together, we will raise our voices loud and clear and call for an end to family separations and the suspension of due process at the border.Click here to find the event closest to you—and please, please, please invite five friends to join in as well, by forwarding this email to them and posting about this day of action on Facebook or Twitter. Grab your neighbors, your extended family, and everyone you see and bring them along on Saturday.I am devastated by the news that keeps coming out. I'm heartbroken that this is being done by our government intentionally and in our name. This is a horrific strategy to terrorize families and criminalize immigrants, instigated by the same people who have ended protected status for people from countries wrecked by natural and political disasters. They have moved to ban Muslims from entering our country. They have said that domestic abuse isn't a reason to grant asylum. But even as we experience this heartache, I am also blown away by how we have come together at this moment. We are showing up to support these families by the thousands. Please RSVP to join me on Saturday in Washington, D.C., or to join the event closest to you—and then tell everyone you know to take part. We all need to be there so spread the word, post about this day of action on Facebook and tweet about it—and share this link: familiesbelongtogether.org, where 700+ events are listed. There's one virtually everywhere: in all 50 states, D.C., my beloved Puerto Rico, and more than 350 congressional districts! People of good conscience from across the country and across the political spectrum agree on this: Families belong together. We've got to make this clear to our government: Reunite families. Close family prison camps. And hold the abusers accountable.On Saturday, I'll be speaking out. Will you join me?Siempre,—Lin-Manuel Miranda
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Andrew RosarioFor someone born and raised in Karaganda, Kazakhstan while training and living in Los Angeles, Gennady (Triple G) Golovkin feels right at home when he fights at Madison Square Garden. When he steps into the ring Saturday night against Canadian David Lemieux it will be the 4th time he has fought at the Worlds Most Famous Arena. The Mecca of Boxing. Golovkin takes his perfect record 33-0 (30KO’s) and 3 belts into the ring against Lemieux 34-2 (31KO’s) who, after winning his first 25 fights, lost his next 2. Since then, Lemieux is 9-0, winning the vacant IBF Middleweight World Title defeating Hassan N‘ Dam knocking him down four times. The results of Triple G’s fights have been very impressive. He has defended his title 14 consecutive times. Golovkin has a 91% knockout rate and his fights last a little more than 4 rounds. The last 20 fights saw only 2 opponents go more than 10 rounds. If it sounds like Lemieux has his hands full, well he does. Given all that, Golovkin did admit that the fight will be his toughest to date something he acknowledged. “He (Lemieux) is a champion. A very dangerous guy,” he said. Meanwhile, Lemieux was coasting and piling up victories with 12 of those 25 wins coming by knockout. His first loss came at the hands of tough Mexican Marco Antonio Rubio (Golovkin knocked out Rubio in 2 rounds) who stopped Lemieux in 7. Eight months later, looking to rebound, Lemieux lost his WBC International Title in a 12 round unanimous decision against Joachim Alcine. He knew he had to regroup in order to become a contender again. “I had a bumpy road,” he began. “I did everything necessary and I’m proud of what i’ve done. It’s not by luck, it’s by hard work and determination and a lot of faith.”When Golovkin steps into the ring for the 4th time Saturday night he expects the crowd to be on his side. Something that gives him a certain amount of comfort. “I love history. It is very important for me and for my team and for my career.” Meanwhile, Lemieux knows that in order to come out victorious, he has to put the losses behind him. “I have to be on the top of my game,” he said. “I’m at my best physical condition and best mental aspect I’ve ever been. I’m extremely ready for this fight.”
Andrew Rosario One man’s misfortune, is another man’s opportunity someone once said. For a couple of New York Knicks who are looking to make the opening day roster, the pre-season injury to first round draft pick Kristaps Porzingis is giving them a chance to show head coach Derrick Fisher they have what it takes to make the cut. If the Knicks management and their fans had one concern after the announcement they drafted 7-3, 233lbs Porzingis from Latvia it was whether or not he would be able to handle the physical rigors of the 82 game NBA schedule. Zingis handled the summer league competition but that was against players with no NBA experience as well. Against team Bauru from Brazil, Zingis played 20+ minutes scoring 9 points. 2 nights later against Washington playing another 20 minutes, he registered just 7 points. Unfortunately, a nagging injury (strained left quad) has limited his practice time and he was not able to suit up against the Philadelphia 76ers this past Monday night. In his last year playing in Latvia, Porzingis didn’t miss any games due to injuries but he readily admits they did not play the same amount of games with the frequencies of games that are played here. “I didn’t miss a game last season and before maybe I missed 1 game” he said, sitting in his lockerroom. “It’s a little different because you only play once or twice a week.” Head coach Derrick Fisher said the team will bring him along slowly and rely on the medical staff to monitor his progress. "He strained his left quad similar to the quad injury he had in the summer in pre-draft, but just not as severe," Fisher said. "We're not nearly as concerned as we were at that time.” The next couple of days will determine if he suit up when the Boston Celtics come to the Garden Friday. With Zingis in street clothes, Derrick Williams, in his 4th year in the league and 3rd NBA team (Minnesota and Sacramento) scored 8 and 23 points respectfully against Bauru and Washington. In the first half aganist the 76ers, Williams hit 6 of his first 7 shots for 13 points finishing with 21 in the 94-88 victory. Kyle O’Quinn, a local product from Flushing Queens has returned home with hopes of making the roster. He spent the last 3 years in Orlando and averaged a paltry 5 ppg. O’Quinn scored 14 points in each of the first 2 games. In his second year with the team, Langston Galloway (11points) is hoping to make a bigger impact after being selected to the All-Rookie Second team. Galloway finished 3rd among rookies in scoring with 11.8 ppg.There are only 12 roster spots available when the season begins. There are currently 19 players on the roster. The New York Knicks clearly have taken a chance drafting Kristaps Porzigis knowing he would be a work in progress. They’re hoping his progress isn’t slowed by more injuries. If he is, the other players will have to show they can make an impact on a team that won a franchise low 17 games last year.
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I had a great time with the cast of HBO Films’ biopic “Bessie” at the Museum of Modern Art in New York yesterday. The evening’s red carpet premiere marked the end of the 22-year struggle for Queen Latifah to bring the story of legendary blues singer Bessie Smith to the screen. The project went through a number of studios and was for quite some time in development until HBO films took this project in and embraced it.
Queen Latifah shared with me that she enjoyed playing the role of "Bessie Smith" very much. One of my favorites on the red carpet was Mo'nique with her irresistible smile, positive attitude and humble personality she was a pleasure to speak to. She shared that this was her second time working with Queen Latifah and that she was proud to have seen her development in this field from her beginning stages. When I asked her what message she had for curvy women who because of the way their look have faced challenges breaking barriers in this industry she stated, Bessie was a curvy woman, Ma Rainey was a curvy woman, curvy women were in then and are in now you just have to take care of those curves."
Other cast members and invited guests at the red carpet event were Tika Sumpter, Tory Kittles, Bryan Greenberg, Mary J Blige, Amanda Warren and more.
Bessie movie premieres on HBO May 16th at 8pm ET. For more information go to: http://www.hbo.com/movies/bessie#/
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| | | Mary J BligeKarina Robledo Photography |
| | | Mo'nique and Senior Producer of ELE Jessica MedinaKarina Robledo Photography |
| | | Tika SumpterKarina Robledo Photography |
| | | Queen LatifahKarina Robledo Photography |
MAYWEATHER/PACQUIAO: THE LEGENDS SPEAK debuts SATURDAY, APRIL 25 (12:15 a.m. ET/PT), immediately following “HBO World Championship Boxing The half-hour special will open with Lampley and Kellerman setting the stage for the mega-fight. Then Lampley sits down with Oscar de la Hoya and Shane Mosley, who faced both Mayweather and Pacquiao, to talk about how they trained and fought them and what they think each fighter will need to do to win the upcoming showdown. HBO also captured interviews with middleweight title-holder Miguel Cotto, Mexican superstar Juan Manuel Marquez and former British boxing sensation Ricky Hatton, all of whom fought Pacquiao and Mayweather in the Las Vegas spotlight.
The closing segment will be hosted by Kellerman, who will anchor a roundtable discussion with three Hall of Fame fighters who know what it is like to train and excel for a super fight that captures the world’s attention. Panelists include former heavyweight champs George Foreman and Lennox Lewis and former middleweight and light heavyweight champ Bernard Hopkins.
Por Sandra EscallonEl pasado miércoles 25 de Junio, En la escena TV, asociado con My Life Style Magazine, tubo la gran oportunidad de entrevistar a J’martin, a las afueras de la biblioteca pública de Nueva York, en una noche perfecta para enamorarse al ritmo de una bachata.J’Martin es un cantautor nacido en Nueva York pero con orígenes dominicanos que desde siempre estuvo atraído por la música Bachata y el merengue. Durante la entrevista el cantautor nos habló sobre su segundo disco, “Mi Tiempo”, que saldrá al mercado en los próximos meses, y después de cantarnos una estrofa de su segundo sensillo “Ni una Lagrima Mas”, nos cuenta su agradecimiento al encontrar esta canción en el top 10 del tropical del Billboard.J’Martin, con su gran carisma y amor por lo que hace, nos cuenta como busca ese balance para estar con su familia, seguir su trabajo en los negocios, y crecer en su pasión por la música. Una música que está inspirada en la vida, el amor, las relaciones y su experiencia.La entrevista termina con una invitación para sus fans, para que estén pendientes de sus próximos conciertos y el lanzamiento de su nuevo disco. Y claro, con un poco de música para bailar y cantarPara más información sobre J’martin pueden entrar a su página: http://www.jmartinmundial.com/
Standup Comedy Club NYCTrying to find a fun place for standup comedy in NYC? Your search ends with Broadway Comedy Club, a club that shines above the rest. Each of our shows lasts between 90 minutes to two hours, and features at least four national headliners. As one of the premierNew York comedy clubs, we aim to not only provide laughs, but also value. On weekdays, admission is only $20 with a two drink minimum; on weekends it is only $25 with the same drink minimum. It’s hard to get anywhere else in NYC to tickle your funny bone at such a low cost.
Headliners who appear at Broadway Comedy Club include Mike Britt, Marina Franklin, Mike Vecchione, Ross Bennett, Vanessa Hollingshead, Rodney Laney, and more! We aim to be top of the pops when it comes to New York comedy clubs, and we pride ourselves on variety. Not only are we an incredible NYC comedy club, but we care about our local community too!
Celebrity. Comics that have appeared at this Times Square Hot Spot include David Spade ,Rosie O’Donnell, Shawn Wayans, and Jim Gaffigan…
Many New York comedy clubs might leave you hungry, but we provide a full food menu for you to take advantage of while watching comedy in the heart of Times Square. There’s no need to be famished while enjoying standup comedy in NYC!
At Broadway Comedy Club, you also have access to the New York Comedy School. This is a program taught by none other than Al Martin, proud owner of three NYC standup comedy clubs. For those who are looking to be hired at a New York comedy club, the New York Comedy School offers tips and tricks for new talent wanting to be the best. The school was attended by such names as Rich Vos, Adam Hunter, and Adam Glyn! Students of the school go on to perform in a variety of New York comedy clubs, and some have appeared on America’s Got Talent.
Broadway Comedy Club is one of the best-located standup comedy clubs in NYC, near the 57th St and 7th Avenue subway stop. Parking can be tight in this area, so public transportation is advised. Make sure to dress casually for comfort, as the Broadway Comedy Club eschews the uptight. Standup comedy clubs in NYC may be common, but we assure you that the Broadway Comedy Club is anything but. Let us provide you with the best and most affordable standup comedy in NYC.
Last night sporting giant Pelé was out and about in NYC to launch his first mobile gaming app Pelé: King of Football (www.peleapp.com) with an intimate panel discussion for football fans in the Soho Apple store. Those in attendance cheered for the living sporting legend as he shared stories about his collaboration with the app and his life journey. Joined by Pelé: King of Football creators, Cosi Productions, the event included a Q&A with the legend himself moderated by sports anchor Georgie Thompson and a live demo of the game.
Multi talented "The Romantic Funnyman" Shawn Cornelius is one of the nicest, humble, motivating and inspiring people I had the pleasure of meeting. With almost 20 years in the entertainment industry as a comedian, songwriter, singer and actor, Shawn has embarked on a new journey.
One day while particpating in a Martial Arts class, he suffered a knee injury that kept him out of class for a couple of months. During the healing process, the idea of writing a book dawned on him. He is now an author. His first book titled: Expressions of Love and Romance.
Overall this book is full of relationship tips, love, secrets and lots of advice given from his past, and present experiences, close friends and acquaintances. In this book you will also find: romantic history moments, funny stories and heart warming thoughts.Shawn is "a very easy going man that wants to live life to the fullest". He is a funny man that will always bring a smile to your face. Be sure to check out his book: Expressions of Love and Romance.By:Your Fashion Reporter from On the Scene: Lisbeth Lora
Foto por J. Fusco for Visit Philadelphia™LA PRIMAVERA FLORECE CON EVENTOS LATINOS EN FILADELFIAEl Gran Combo de Puerto Rico, el legado de Roberto Clemente y una semana de gastronomía mexicana son algunos de los eventos que se avecinan. FILADELFIA, 1 de abril del 2014 – No hay necesidad de esperarel Mes de la Herencia Hispana para celebrar. Filadelfia reconoce la riqueza de la cultura hispana todo el año con coloridos festivales, música vibrante, exhibiciones poderosas y más.
Aquí un vistazo de lo que estará pasando esta primavera y verano:
Hasta octubre:
* Por casi dos siglos, el béisbol ha trascendido diferencias culturales y ha unido a comunidades de minorías en su camino a entender los valores estadounidenses. Persiguiendo Sueños: Béisbol y convertirse en estadounidense, en exhibición en el Museo Nacional de Historia Judía, explora como el pasatiempo favorito de Estados Unidos ha ayudado a inmigrantes de varios entornos a vivir la experiencia estadounidense. La exhibición resalta cómo jugadores famosos —Sandy Koufax, Hank Greenberg, Ichiro Suzuki, Roberto Clemente y Jackie Robinson—traspasaron barreras culturales para centro y sudamericanos, puertorriqueños, y otros de descendencia hispana; afroamericanos y judíos. Hasta el 26 de octubre. 101 S. Independence Mall East, (215) 923-3811, nmajh.org
Abril
* Cada año el Museo Please Touch es el anfitrión de El Día del Niño, una celebración llena de música, baile y diversión que mantiene a toda la familia entretenida. Los niños podrán practicar sus patadas durante una clínica de fútbol impartida por el equipo Philadelphia Union, posar para las fotos con las porristas de los Eagles de Filadelfia, corear las canciones del cantante Jose Rico, despertar su creatividad en la mesa de manualidades y probar sus habilidades meteorológicas en la mesa del clima de Telemundo. 5 de abril. Parque Fairmount, 4231 Avenue of the Republic, (215) 581-3181, pleasetouchmuseum.org
* Los amantes del cine querrán marcar sus calendarios para el 3er Festival de Cine Latinoamericano de Filadelfia, el único festival de cine en la región que muestra exclusivamente películas y cineastas latinos. El festival arranca con el clásico de 1943 María Candelaria y muestra otras selecciones como Pelo Malo por Mariana Rondón y el estreno en Filadelfia de La Camioneta por Mark Kendall. Del 25 al 27 de abril. Varios lugares. (215) 563-6417, flaff.org
* El trabajo del artista Joel Garcia, en exhibición en varios museos de México y EE.UU. se verá en el museo Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens. Tradiciones transformadas: El arte folklórico de Joel Garcia presenta figuras que son ambos celebratorios y decorativos, incluyendo animales imaginarios llamados alebrijes y del icónico Día de Muertos. Del 25 de abril al 8 de junio. 1020 South Street, (215) 733-0390, phillymagicgardens.org
* El Sur de Filadelfia es el enclave de inmigrantes mexicanos en la región, especialmente aquellos del estado de Puebla. Durante el Octavo Carnaval de Puebla de Filadelfia el cual celebra la Batalla de Puebla o mejor conocido como la festividad del 5 de Mayo, los carnavalearos se visten con máscaras con barbas, capas, lentejuelas y otros ajuares tradicionales. 27 de abril. (215) 253-3040
Mayo:
* Aquellos con antojos de sabores al sur de la frontera podrán satisfacer su paladar durante la Semana de Restaurantes Mexicanos. Durante cinco gloriosos días, los fanáticos de la gastronomía mexicana podrán disfrutar de un festín de un menú fijo especial de $25 presentando comida tradicional mexicana, así como variaciones de chefs que le darán a las recetas tradicionales un toque moderno. Los comensales se llevarán además un recetario gratuito en Inglés y Español de chefs mexicanos locales. Del 1 al 5 de Mayo. Varias locaciones. mexicanculturalcenter.org
* Cinco recepciones, cinco organizaciones trabajando en conjunto, música, instalaciones de arte, y transporte gratuito forman Conociéndote: Brocados. Durante la noche los visitantes podrán tomar el tranvía complementario y visitar Raíces Culturales Latinoamericanas, A Seed on Diamond Gallery, Congreso de Latinos Unidos, HACE y Taller Puertorriqueño para deleitarse con trabajos de arte comisionados, exhibiciones y otras actividades que celebran el arte y la cultura latina. 9 de mayo. 2557 N. 5th Street, (215) 426-3311, tallerpr.org
Junio:
* Son los Rolling Stones del mundo de la salsa, y por primera vez, El Gran Combo de Puerto Rico se presentará en el Kimmel Center para tocar sus grandes éxitos. Juntos por 50 años, el legendario grupo de 14 ha vendido más de 100 millones de álbumes y tiene una base de fanáticos que se expande en todo el globo. 13 de junio. 300 S. Broad Street, (215) 893-1999, kimmelcenter.org
Julio:
* La segunda parte de Conociéndote: Brocados presentarárecepciones en cada una de las organizaciones (Raíces Culturales Latinomaricanas, A Seed on Diamond Gallery, Congreso de Latinos Unidos, HACE y Taller Puertorriqueño) con arte, música y otras actividades. Un tranvía gratuito llevará a los participantes por las organizaciones para que no se pierdan ni un minuto de diversión. 11 de julio. 2557 N. 5th Street, (215) 426-3311, tallerpr.org
* El Concilio de Organizaciones de Habla Hispana, Inc. presenta su celebración anual Fiesta Hispana, un fin de semana lleno de música y baile en la Gran Plaza de Penn’s Landing. El festival atrae alrededor de 30,000 asistentes deseosos de disfrutar comida auténtica, artesanías tradicionales y salsa, merengue, bachata, samba, cumbia, mariachi y flamenco. 12 y 13 de julio. Columbus Boulevard & Chestnut Street, (215) 922-2FUN, delawareriverwaterfront.com
Visit Philadelphia™, anteriormente conocido como Greater Philadelphia Tourism Marketing Corporation (Corporación de Mercadeo Turístico de Filadelfia, GPTMC) convierte a Filadelfia y sus alrededores en un destino turístico de primera mediante el mercadeo y la creación de imagen que incrementa los negocios y promueve la vitalidad de la región.
Los sitios de internet oficiales para visitantes de Filadelfia visitphilly.com y uwishunu.com, se colocan entre los sitios de internet más visitados dentro de la red de las 10 ciudades más grandes de Estados Unidos. Visitantes pueden explorar cosas por hacer, encontrar itinerarios temáticos y paquetes de hoteles. Irresistibles fotografías y videos, mapas interactivos e información detallada hacen de este sitio una herramienta efectiva para planear un viaje. Los canales de redes sociales de Visit Phillly y sus plataformas en línea se comunican directamente con consumidores. Visitantes pueden llamar y visitar el Independence Visitor Center para más información adquirir entradas.
Nota a editores: Para adquirir imágenes de alta resolución de Filadelfia, visite la galería de fotos visitphilly.com/pressroom.
On the scene was part of the the Second edition of the Jazz-Flamenco Series “The Flame: Flamenco Infused Jazz”, with Rebeca Vallejo, who performed some of the songs of her recently released album “Azúcar, Canela”. The performance was held at the Cornelia street café last Saturday March 22nd, with a very unique, romantic and vanguard atmosphere. Rebeca has a unique sound where Brazilian music, jazz and flamenco mixed into a beautiful creation. On the other hand, Rebeca presented one of the songs from her next album which is inspired by one of her favorite bands, The police. The audience fall in love with her music, and the way she uses her body as an instrument. Definitely an artist who is influencing the flamenco rhythms.Apertura del Festival de cine Colombiano en Nueva YorkEl Martes 25 de marzo fue la apertura de la segunda versión del festival de cine Colombiano en Nueva york en el Tribeca cinema. Una noche increíble donde grandes directores, actores, productores y celebridades caminaron por la carpeta roja compartiendo una sola pasión, el cine.
Grandes estrellas de nuestro cine como Gustavo Angarita (Ganador del premio toda una vida), Alejandra Borrero (Actriz de la animación Anina), Marlon Moreno (Actor de la película Buscando Amapolas), y Simón Brand (Director de la película Default), hablaron de sus experiencias, su trabajo y la importancia de este festival para la cinematografía Colombiana y latinoamericana.
El tribeca cinema dio la bienvenida a nuestro cine, un cine que está empezando a marcar historia en el exterior, un cine que nos hace sentir orgullosos. La película Default de Simon Brand abrió el festival llenando las expectativas de los asistentes.
La noche termino con buena música por parte de grandes grupos como Onix, con Carolina Guerra, actriz Colombiana, como vocalista.
Un festival que no se puede perder.
The Colombian film Festival opening night
Last Tuesday March 25th was the opening of the second version of the Colombian film festival in at the Tribeca cinema in New york . An amazing night with great directors, actors, producers and celebrities who walked the red carpet sharing a single passion, film.
Great stars of our cinematographic industry such as Gustavo Angarita (Winner of a lifetime award) , Alejandra Borrero ( Actress of Anina), Marlon Moreno ( Great Colombian actor ) , and Simon Brand (Director of the film Default ). Each of them talked about their experiences, their work and the importance of this festival for the Colombian and Latin American film industry.
Tribeca cinema welcomed our films that have started to make history in the world. Default by Simon Brand has the world premier after the red carpet, fulfilling the expectations of the audience.The night ended with great music by bands such as Onix with Carolina Guerra, Colombian actress and singer.
A festival not to be missed .
Latin Beauty and TV Personality Rocsi Diaz is the new face of Panama-based Artesian Water LOS ANGELES, January 23, 2014 – Aquaçai, the natural artesian water from the Panama rainforest is proud to announce their official celebrity spokeswoman, Rocsi Diaz. Rocsi is known for her on-the-go lifestyle as an Entertainment Tonight host. Despite a busy schedule and frequent travel, the Latin beauty prioritizes healthy eating and understands the importance of hydration. Rocsi visited Panama in December 2013 for an immersion trip prior to finalizing her partnership with Aquaçai. What she found in Panama made her decision easy – an environmentally friendly, nature-based facility committed to sustainable development and community growth. Free of artificial additives and unnatural ingredients, Aquaçai presents drinking water at its purest. From the unadulterated Panama rainforest, Aquaçai is 100% natural and the brand is committed to preserving the habitat. The Aquaçai product is produced, bottled and shipped from its source and uses green technology and renewable energy. Rocsi returned from Panama energized and excited to be on board, “I’m proud to work with Aquaçai! It’s incredibly inspiring to see a brand so committed to the environment and community growth – values that I share personally and professionally. Visiting Panama was a privilege and I look forward to returning.”As part of the partnership with Aquaçai, Rocsi will be starring in an upcoming advertising campaign for Aquaçai. Currently, Aquaçai can be found in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania and Florida. The company is rapidly expanding with plans to retail nationwide. Rudy Byfield, President of Aquaçai, USA describes Rocsi’s fit for the brand, “We are excited and extremely proud of this partnership! Rocsi's active/wholesome lifestyle and commitment to the healthy living are just some of the reasons why she was the obvious choice for the Aquaçai brand.” Aquaçai CEO Michael Horth adds, “We welcome Rocsi to the Aquaçai Experience!”About Aquaçai:Manufactured by Eurofusion S.A, Aquaçai is a natural premium artesian water from the rainforest of Panama. The company owns and sustains over 1,000 acres of land in the Açai Rain Forest. It is produced, bottled and shipped from its source within a state of the art water bottling facility. The result is bottled perfection. Aquaçai is always untouched, and all its minerals occur naturally in our pristine Aquifer. In addition, its bottles are 100% recyclable, BPA free and our water meets FDA standards. Almost 60% of the energy used in our bottling plant comes from renewable hydropower. Aquaçai is committed to rainforest preservation and the brands Reforestation Program has planted over 400,000 trees and plants in Panama to date.Aquaçai made its US debut in the New York market in October 2012. Aquaçai is currently available in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania and Florida. Aquaçai is currently being served in some fine locations including Foxwoods Resorts Casino – CT, Grade A Shoprite supermarkets, 4040 Club NYC, Libation NYC and The Clevelander Miami. For more information visit: http://aquacai.com/
Back in Spain and celebrating his Ballon d'Or triumph with his Real Madrid teammates, Cristiano Ronaldo is already being asked to do better.
Ronaldo, who beat Lionel Messi and Franck Ribery on Monday to win his second player of the year award, posed for a photo holding the trophy with the entire Madrid squad and coaches on Tuesday.
Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti called Ronaldo's victory "great publicity" for soccer, but then called on the Madrid forward to lift his game even further.
"To me, winning a Ballon d'Or means even more responsibility. It won't be easy to ask him for more with the numbers he's put up, but I will,"Ancelotti said. "I like what he does very much, he's always working hard to be even better. So this is a reward for all his hard work."
Ronaldo wept at the ceremony after ending Messi's four-year run as the world's best player by scoring 69 goals, including a Champions League-leading 12, in 2013.
"While this is an individual trophy, I've also won it because of the help of my teammates," said Ronaldo, who celebrated his success with president Florentino Perez and teammates with champagne on the flight home from Zurich on Monday night.
Ronaldo's teammates were quick to congratulate him on the club's first outright Ballon d'Or winner since Alfredo di Stefano in 1959. Luis Figo, Ronaldo and Fabio Cannavaro won the award while playing for Madrid but had joined the team late in the calendar year.
"We expected to win the 2013 Ballon d'Or," Madrid goalkeeper Iker Casillas tweeted after training, "your triumphs are ours, too."
The 28-year-old Ronaldo has scored two goals in three games in 2014 and will look to bolster his numbers on Thursday when Madrid travels to Osasuna for a Copa del Rey match after winning the first leg 2-0.
En La Escena was invited to take part in an event that will be honoring one of the world¹s most notable icons of today who landed Flight 1549 on the New York Hudson River back in 2009, Captain Chesley Sullenberger. He was commemorated on the 5th Anniversary of his remarkable touchdown at the Tourneau Time Machine NYC on January 14, 2014.
In addition to Captain Sullenberger's tribute, there will also be an unveiling of the limited edition ³208 Seconds² timepiece that was designed in partnership with Swiss luxury watchmaker JEANRICHARD around his feat.
Part of the proceeds of the timepiece will be benefiting Captain Sully¹s philanthropic endeavors, The American Red Cross & The Rory Staunton Foundation.
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Fernando Arau was invited to the Telemundo program Muy Buenos dias from December 30 to January 3,which was very important because he reunited with some of the family members of Despierta America. Fernando Arau is a great character in Latin America due to his great achievements as a host, actor, comedian and television producer. En la escena had the great honor of having a phone interview after his participation in the program. This interview was full of charisma, one of his qualities, and he gave us some tips for this New Year.SE: How was the experience during Un Nuevo dia program and the reunion with some family members of Despierta America such as Ana Maria Canesco and Neida Sandobal?FA: It was nice to be with Anita and Neida, and with Diego Schoening. I was his first coach scenario when Timbiriche was produced a million years ago. I know him since he was a child. When I was in Ra Ra Cachún Cachún, the TV show program where I became famous, the director, who we called Godzilla, is the mother of Diego Schoening and we work together for about 9 to 10 years. So I know is mother as well. It was very nice seeing Anita, remembering old times and everybody welcomed me with a good attitude. I was very happy and it was fun .SE: How have your fans responded to your participation in the program?FA: It was as I expected. They talked about in all Social network platforms.SE: Moving on, I would like to talk about your online TV program Tenga pa’ que se entretenga. How has been the experience of having an online program? and What are the purposes for the program in 2014?FA: That program is showing a number of repetitions of 150 programs that I did in the studio. For now, I am not doing anymore online TV programs because I think that's a difficult business to promote and television is very expensive to do without getting any earnings. However what the program is showing is an exhibition of the television I want to do. I want to make healthy TV for the whole family with a humor that does not pollute. That is my proposal, this is the TV I want to do.SE: What are your projects for this year and what we expect from Fernando in his career as a comedian, actor, etc.?FA: Right now I am recording the Spanish version of an American series, where I will be the host of that program in the Latin version. I'm recording a season of 52 programs that will happen all year and this material is going to be in cable to be watched in Latin America.SE: We know you're still showing your comedy Matrimonio around the USA, When are you coming to New York?FA: I have all the information on mu page www.fernandoarau.com, where people can see where am I, and in what city am I doing my stand you even can check how to get tickets. My website is a very practical tool that makes things easier for me to communicate with my fans. Right now I'm still with the tour, this is going to be our 4th anniversary with matrimonio, a science fiction monologue that I did with the master Milton Sesenton from Puerto Rico, pianist, musician, and musical director. In this show I talk about the history of marriage, where it started and who invented it. Marriage shows how to be with your other half. Besides I 'm going to release another show called dulce, chili y mantenca about family unification, and family as a team.SE: Lastly, What advice you can give us and your fans for this New Year? FA: It is very easy to have many purposes in a New Year, but most of them are temporary like loss weight. During this time of the year gyms are full, but around February no one will be there. I did a very good conference about how to have an indeed purpose for a new year, the purpose that anyone should have to say it was the best year of my life. There are five points that are five activities that contain a real purpose:1. Leave an habit: We all have an habit that does not favor us, one thing we're doing all the time and we do it as an habit. Then one of the points to have a good year proposal is to leave.2. Complete a project we started it: We all have a project that we haven’t finished. Complete it.3. Restoring a relationship: When we know that we restore with someone, our lives will begin to operate in a different but favorably way. This is a difficult point.4. Breaking a relationship: We always create a codependency with someone. A relationship that does not suit us, which is unhealthy.5. Pay a debt: It is not just financial debt, but sometimes they are also honor debts or things we produce or we are responsible to do and we have not done it yet. If this year you meet these 5 points I can guarantee you that it would be the best year of your life. I'm here to serve, we’re here to serve the community, the world. We are two types of people those who serve and those who don’t do it.Thank you to Fernando Arau for this interview with En la escena.
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