CONTRA-TIEMPO Presents the West Coast Premiere of ¡azúcar! - A Captivating Celebration of Love, Resistance, and Radical Joy at the Historic Ford Theaters
Los Angeles, CA - August 1, 2023 - CONTRA-TIEMPO Activist Dance Theater, in partnership with the iconic Ford Theaters, proudly announces a transformative creative residency that brings the local community together in a powerful celebration of heritage, resilience, and unity. The riveting performance of ¡azúcar! delves deep into the courageous exploration and intentional dismantling of anti-blackness within the Latine community, weaving a tapestry of Afro-Latine ancestral movement and vibrational technologies..
Through thought and emotion-provoking movement, ¡azúcar! confronts the complex history of sugar and its ties to oppression while tapping into the resilience and messages from ancestors of many Latine cultures. This enchanting evening-length performance serves as a poignant reminder of our collective capacity for healing and transformation.
“¡azúcar!” is a courageous naming of and intentional obliteration of the undercurrent and often unspoken anti-blackness in latinidad," said Ana Maria Alvarez, Choreographer and Founding Artistic Director of CONTRA-TIEMPO. “In a world yearning for nourishment, care, and rootedness in the body, ¡azúcar! will offer all attendees an immersive journey into the profound possibilities of freedom and grace.”
Don't miss this captivating performance that sheds light on the harmful impacts of the sugar system, pays homage to the sacred caretakers of ancestral wisdom, and unleashes the power of the human spirit through mesmerizing rhythms, soul-stirring music, and electrifying dance.
Who: CONTRA-TIEMPO and The Ford Theater
What: ¡azúcar! West Coast Premiere
When: Friday 8/18 at 8pm
Where: The Ford Theater address: 2580 Cahuenga Blvd E, Los Angeles, CA 90068
Parking: Parking at The Ford is stacked and limited. You will be directed by an attendant upon arrival.
Off-site Parking and free shuttle service:
Universal City/Studio City Metro Station (3913 Lankershim Blvd, Studio City 91604)
Ovation LA (formerly Hollywood & Highland) from Orange Court (1736 N Orange Dr, Los Angeles 90028)
Shuttle begins running 2 hours before show time and every 20 minutes.
Support for this work was provided by NC State LIVE, MAPfund, National Endowment of the Arts, Association of Performing Arts Professionals - Arts Forward, NEFA - National Dance Project and the Culver City Arts Foundation.
About CONTRA-TIEMPO:
CONTRA-TIEMPO Activist Dance Theater is a trailblazing dance company that uses its unique blend of Salsa, Afro-Cuban, and street dance to ignite social change and uplift marginalized voices. Led by visionary choreographer Ana Maria Alvarez, alongside directors Jannet Galdamez, Ruby Morales, and Karina Zaidé Sainz, CONTRA-TIEMPO's innovative performances challenge the status quo and inspire audiences to engage with critical social issues. Breaking away from the conventional ticket-buyer model, the company reimagines its performances as transformative community experiences with their work extending beyond the stage, forging meaningful connections and reciprocal relationships with the community. Through their electrifying artistry, they aim to create a world where joy, equity, and interconnectedness thrive.
For more information, tickets, and additional performances, visit www.contra-tiempo.org/azucar
Media Contact:
Nicole Rodrigues – NRPR Group for Contra-Tiempo
650-815-5069
CONTRA-TIEMPO Communications Associate:
Jasmine Stanley
213-239-4348
Website: www.contra-tiempo.org ; theford.com
Support for this work was provided by NC State LIVE, MAPfund, National Endowment of the Arts, Association of Performing Arts Professionals - Arts Forward, NEFA - National Dance Project and the Culver City Arts Foundation.
Learn More:
Information about the collaborators and performers working on the larger scope of ¡azúcar! can be found on our website.