The Blue Hour Film Series
The Blue Hour is a documentary film and discussion series that will take place from February through April 2020 at Plaza de la Raza’s Margo Albert Theatre in Lincoln Heights, Los Angeles. Project Director is local filmmaker Claudia Mercado. The monthly film screenings featured in this program will provide a communal space to see compelling, award-winning documentaries that will examine the theme of immigration ranging from local to global perspectives. Films will be followed by moderated discussions that will include filmmakers, professionals in the field of immigration work, and the individuals featured in these films.
Read More
Community Holiday Celebration
Save the Date: December 15th for our end-of-the-year Community Holiday Celebration at Plaza de la Raza! Live entertainment, workshops, refreshments and Holiday cheer! Contact Maria Jimenez-Torres if you or your company is interested in participating in Plaza's annual Toy Drive in preparation for this FREE community event! Donation inquiries maria.jimenez@plazadelaraza.org
Read More
Arte Para Todos
Special special series of Spanish language art workshops continue at Plaza de la Raza in collaboration with the University of Guadalajara Foundation, USA. Con la ayuda del artista Ernesto Flores se busca rescatar la técnica prehispánica de elaborar pinturas sobre papel amate, como lo hacían en la cultura maya y azteca para elaborar sus códices en el que plasmaban su sabiduría e historia. Evento gratuito. Registros en info@udgusa.org, teléfono (213)785 1313
Read More
Dia De Los Muertos Festival
Join us for Plaza de la Raza's Día de los Muertos Celebration on Friday, November 1st beginning at 5pm. This annual evening festival will feature dance, music, traditional ofrendas and activities for the entire family with special activities with the LA Rams. This event is FREE to the public, festive attire is welcomed and you are encouraged to bring photos and items loved ones for the various altares throughout the center.
Read More
El Velorio Exhibition @the Boathouse Gallery Runs through November 8th
Be sure to stop by the El Velorio exhibition at the Boathouse Gallery curated by Antonio Pelayo and Shana Nys Dambrot. The exhibit includes 200 Día de los Muertos-themed pieces by local artists for sale as a special benefit to our center and school. Boathouse Gallery hours of operation are Monday-Friday 11:00am-7:00pm, Saturday 10:00am-5:00pm or by appointment.
Read More
School of Performing and Visual Arts FALL Registration
Summer Session will end on September 14th! Save the Date for our upcoming Fall Session, registration will take place September 24-26th. Fall Session begins October 7th and will include 80+ classes and workshops in dance, music, theater, and visual arts for children, teens and adults. We will also host special Dia de los Muertos and Holiday Workshops throughout the Fall Session! Contact the school office at (323) 223-2475 for more info
Read More
El Cuidador
Plaza de la Raza hosts Sergio Ochoa’s fast paced one-man show El Cuidador (The Caregiver) is both a personal memoir and a tribute to his glamorous mother. Both tender and hilarious, Sergio Ochoa reminisces about his childhood as the son of famed Mexican comedic actress Leonorilda Ochoa, her remarkable life, and the challenges of juggling his career with his role as his mother’s caretaker, following her diagnosis of early onset Alzheimer’s Disease. Performances in English at 2pm and Spanish at 7:30pm. Tickets available on Eventbrite
Read More
2nd Annual CYC Fest
Join us for a special 21+ fundraising event on October 19th, 2019 benefitting Plaza de la Raza and El Centro de Ayuda. SoCal Cerveceras & Cerveceros, award-winning brewers and homebrewers, will present "CYC Fest Dos" including tastings from 30 commercial & homebrews, music, art, food and vendors! Get your tickets at Eventbrite
Read More
Echo of Retropectives
At the Boathouse Gallery: Plaza de la Raza presents “Echo of Retrospectives,” including paintings and fine art serigraphs of Victor Leonardo Santoyo, also featuring work by Magda Audifred and Frank Romero. Join us for a special reception on Saturday, September 28, 2019 6-9pm. The exhibition runs through September 30, 2019. Boathouse Gallery Hours are Monday-Friday 11am-7pm, Saturday 10am-5pm, or by appointment. Contact us at (323)223-2475 for more information.
Read More
