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Despite deferral, Caribbean Festival legacy to be stressed

By Martha Cabrales

Upon postponing the 40th edition of the International Caribbean Festival due to the novel SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus, the intention is to take advantage of this celebration, from July 3 to 9, to revisit its legacy.

Viengsay Valdes supports close relationship between film and ballet

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Viengsay Valdes, deputy artistic director of the Cuban National Ballet (BNC), on Monday recognized the contribution of film to dance as an essential art expression to record essential historical information.

World famous Cuban ballerina Alicia Alonso dies

Cubaplus courtesy: Prensa Latina

Cuba's most internationally acclaimed ballerina, Alicia Alonso, passed away today at the age of 98, the National Ballet of Cuba (BNC) announced.

First Cuban National Ballet dancers arrive in Mexico

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The first dancers of the Ballet Nacional de Cuba (BNC) Viengsay Valdes, Anette Delgado and Dani Hernandez arrived today in Mexico to lead a season of the classic Giselle, in the version of director Alicia Alonso.

Acosta Danza Premieres Piece by Spanish Choreographer Goyo Montero

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Cuban company Acosta Danza premieres on Friday a piece by Spanish choreographer Goyo Montero, through which he decided to question the fear of difference.

Subsidiaries Praise Cuban Project 'Psicoballet' in Other Nations

Prensa Latina

The Cuban psychoballet therapeutic project strengthens its presence in Latin America, the Caribbean and European nations, stressed Monday the creator of this treatment method for people with special needs, Georgina Fariñas.

Seventh Edition of Dancing Festival in Havana

Prensa Latina

Cuban and Swedish dance companies Danza Teatro Retazos and Memory Wax are immerse today in the preparations for the seventh edition of the Transitos Habana Festival, which will take place in this capital city from March 18 to 23.

Company Lizt Alfonso Dance Cuba Returns to Canadian Stages

Prensa Latina

The Cuban company Lizt Alfonso Dance Cuba returns to Canadian stages for the eighth time with a special tour with the Failde orchestra, reported a statement from the institution.

Cuban Show Wins Carlos Awards in Argentina

Prensa Latina

Autentica Cuba (''Authentic Cuba''), a show rooted in the music and dance of this Caribbean island, won four Carlos awards, which distinguish the best of theater in Villa Carlos Paz, in the Argentine province of Cordoba.

Viengsay Valdes, New Deputy Director of CubaÂ´s National Ballet

Prensa Latina

The first ballerina of the CubaÂ´s National Ballet (BNC) Viengsay Valdes became Tuesday the artistic deputy director of the company headed by the legendary Alicia Alonso, 98 years old.

Carlos Acosta to Become Director of Birmingham Royal Ballet

Prensa Latina

The Royal Ballet of Birmingham (United Kingdom) has elected Cuban dancer Carlos Acosta as its new director, according to a press release from Acosta Dance, a company founded by the artist.

Cuban Ballerina Alicia Alonso Appointed 'Star of the Century'

Prensa Latina

The Latin Institute of Music appointed Prima Ballerina Assoluta, Alicia Alonso, ''Star of the Century'' for her work heading the Cuban ballet school.

Dancers from 14 Countries to Attend International Festival in Cuba

Prensa Latina

Representatives of over twenty companies from 14 countries will participate in the 26th Alicia Alonso International Ballet Festival in Havana, according to its organizers.

Social Networks Play Film Yuli About Cuban Dancer Carlos Acosta

Prensa Latina

Several social networks are now playing the official trailer of Yuli, a film inspired by the life of Cuban dancer Carlos Acosta, which premieres at the San Sebastian International Film Festival, Spain.

Acosta Danza Reaffirms Commitment to Contemporary Art Trends

Prensa Latina

The company Acosta Danza has reaffirmed its commitment to contemporary art trends with a show that combines electronic music, folklore and audiovisuals.