Wrapped in a halo of lights, sounds and colors, Pablo Milanés sang verses of the past, present and future to form the spell that mesmerized thousands of spectators, a few hours ago, in this capital.»
Aldofo Perez Esquivel calls on UK to stop extradition of Julian Assange to U.S.
Nobel Peace Prize laureate Adolfo Pérez Esquivel has called on the British government to block the extradition of WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange to the United States.»
Cuba’s animation studios implement inclusive strategies
With the insertion of sign language and closed caption in its materials, the Animation Studios of the Cuban Institute of Cinematographic Art and Industry (ICAIC) reiterated its premises in terms of conceiving an inclusive audiovisual industry»
Laura Alonso Ballet Company will return to the Martí Theater in Cuba
The Laura Alonso Ballet Company will return to the historic stage of the Martí Theater with a gala concert in honor of the 40th anniversary of the Prodanza Center and the Cuballet event, its organizers reported here.»
Family Code in Cuba in key of science
The draft bill of the new Family Code, which Cuba currently places in the first order of the popular debate, stands out for its novelties and the implementation of science in addressing the complexities of society.»
Havana’s Casa de las Américas calls Musicology Prize
The Havana-based Casa de las Américas has called on Latin American and Caribbean composers to participate in the 18th edition of its Musicology Contest, which will be held online this time due to the Covid-19 pandemic.»
Cuba sings and celebrates 169th birthday of José Martí
All Cuba sings, dances and celebrates today the 169th birthday of teacher and politician, National Poet and the most universal of all the sons of this homeland, Jose Marti.»
Cuban Zapateo dates back to the far-off 1550s
There are more than 70 musical genres in Cuba, which is why many call it the Island of Music. In the first place we must mention Salsa, Son or Danzón, although Cha-cha-chá, Mambo or the noisy Timba also stand out, without leaving aside others born centuries ago, such as the Zapateo. Zapateo is a Cuban stomping dance of Spanish origin »
Abel Prieto: No cultural blackouts in Cuba in 2021
The President of the Havana-based Casa de las Américas Abel Prieto blasted latest subversive plots by Cuban enemies that targeted artists and intellectuals, especially young people»
Cuba to Hold Gaviota Destinations Tourism Fair
The meeting is scheduled for December 6 to 12 in Cayo Santa Maria, Cuba's north-central region»