Culture

Cubans remember today the 147th anniversary of its National Anthem and also celebrates the Culture Day, as a tribute to the first time that song of struggle was heard at a public square.»

US pop singer Katy Perry visited the headquarters of the Cuban children’s theater company La Colmenita, where she met the children and their director Carlos Alberto “Tin” Cremata.»

The lead singer of the Rolling Stones, Mick Jagger, now walks in the historical and cultural sites of the Cuban capital, and exchanges with fans of the legendary British band.»

Over one hundred photos both black and white and color recalling the last 65 years of Cuban history are part of an exhibit opened till September 7 at the Southampton Arts Center in New York.»

Cuba’s most popular salsa and timba orchestra Van Van will offer a show in Puerto Rico as part of a tour of US cities, according to a local music website.»

Renowned Cuban actress Alina Rodriguez, remembered by many for her memorable performance of the character of teacher Carmela at the multi-awarded film “Conducta” (Behavior), died in Havana.»

The show, held at the city’s central Parque Céspedes, paid tribute to relevant historic figures like Antonio Maceo.  »

The admirers of Cuban traditional trova today said farewell to one of its greatest exponents, singer Adriano Rodríguez, who died on Thursday at the age of 91.»

The Russian Bar, by Havana Company, won the Grand Prize and the one of popularity of the 14th Summer Circus Festival Circuba 2015, among other awards.»

Cuban popular actor and comedian Carlos Ruiz de la Tejera, known for his great monologues and histrionic ability, suddenly died in Havana at the age of 82.»