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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 12, 2003
Contact: Cynthia Benjamin (202) 234-7174

GALA Hispanic Theatre
Take your place in the …2003-04 Season! +**

GALA Hispanic Theatre proudly announces it 27th Season of the performing arts of Spain, Latin America, and the Latino arts community of the United States. “GALA,” affirms Producing Artistic Director Hugo Medrano, “wants you to Take Your Place in an intriguing theatrical world that reveals the rich complexities and range of our Latino voices, from the classic to the contemporary, to the experimental. The season will challenge, excite, entertain, and engage audiences throughout the year in the place they know as A Theatre With a Different Accent.”

So take your seat at GALA and get ready to laugh hysterically with today’s women “on the verge.” To join the adventures of a rebellious 17th century woman seeking freedom. To be transported by the heat of flamenco and the melodies of the hip hop and spoken word of today’s youth. And to sway to the sensual rhythm of tango and its African roots. “All this and more is in place for you during our 27th season, “adds Medrano enthusiastically, “as we prepare for our next step--a new performing space in the historic Tivoli Theater next season.”

Our Main Stage Productions

Take your place in…

...Contemporary times...
Divorciadas, evangélicas y vegetarianas (Divorcées, Evangelists and Vegetarians)*
By Gustavo Ott (Venezuela)
Directed by Abel López
October 2 – October 26, 2003 at the Warehouse Theater

A chance encounter at a subway stop takes three women on a wacky adventure that explores their lives of love, spirituality, …and, of course, men! Laughter always makes life’s journey easier.

*In collaboration with Washington Performing Arts Society (WPAS).

El ángel de la culpa (The Angel of Guilt)
By Marco Antonio de la Parra (Chile)
Directed by Gabriel García

December 4 - 14, 2003 at the Warehouse Theater

A Body. A Silent Young Man. And a detective who becomes his own worst enemy. A dark comedy that will leave you riveted to your seat!

...In the Golden Age…
La dama duende (The Phantom Lady)
By Pedro Calderón de la Barca (Spain)
Directed by Hugo Medrano
January 29 – March 7, 2004 at the Warehouse Theater
Duels! Deceit! Miraculous escapes! In Calderon’s cloak-and-dagger play, a young widow’s love for a brave stranger is thwarted at every turn. A comic classic of the Spanish Golden Age.

...At the Heart of the Rhythm!
Candombe: Tango Negro*
Conceived and directed by Hugo Medrano
June 3 – June 27, 2004 at the Warehouse Theater

Candombe, Habanera and Milonga: the African origins of Tango. This sizzling musical unearths the hidden roots of Tango, the Argentine rhythm that has seduced the world for the last hundred years.

In collaboration with Washington Performing Arts Society (WPAS).

For Young Audiences…

Spoken Resistance*
November 13 – 16, 2003 at the Warehouse Annex
In English.

Spoken Resistance, recipient of the 2002 Mayor's Art Award for Outstanding Emerging Artists, is back with a new performance. Known for their innovative blend of poetry, music, rap, song and monologue, this hip ensemble provides insightful social commentary on today’s issues.

*In collaboration with Sol & Soul.

La receta mágica
(The Magic Recipe)
Presented by T-atro Padre
Conceived and directed by Carlos Leitón
Feb 13, 20, 27, 2004 at 10:30 am
Special school matinees at the Warehouse Theater
In Spanish.

Something is cooking, but a mysterious ingredient is still missing. Together we’ll find it, and set this magical recipe in motion! Specially designed for schools!

Fiesta de los Reyes Magos (Three Kings’ Day Celebration) *
January 4, 2004, 2 pm at the Josephine Butler Parks Center
A free, bilingual event.

GALA’s traditional Hispanic holiday celebration for the entire family. Music, dance, gifts.
Come and meet the Three Kings in person!

*In collaboration with Washington Parks and People.

In Our Community…

At the Hirshhorn…*
November 20 & 21 at 3pm at the Hirshhorn Museum
Free. In English.

GALA company actors interpret the art work of renowned Cuban American artist Ana Mendietta.

*In collaboration with the Hirshhorn Museum.

Paco de Lucía*
Tuesday, February 24 at 8pm at the Warner Theatre

One of the greatest living flamenco guitarists performs this captivating art form.

*In collaboration with the Washington Performing Arts Society’s Arte Americas series.

Dance Brazil*
Jelon Vieira, Artistic Director
Friday, May 7 at 8pm at the George Washington University’s Lisner Auditiorium

An inspired jaunt into the mystical world of capoeira: a fusion of traditional Afro-Brazilian and modern dance.

*In collaboration with the Washington Performing Arts Society’s Arte Americas series.

+All schedules are subject to change.
**All performances are in Spanish with simultaneous English interpretation available over individual audio phones, unless otherwise specified.

SPECIAL SERVICES & TICKET INFORMATION
SHOWTIMES: Performances are Thursdays through Saturdays at 8:00 pm and Sunday matinees at 4:00 pm. Except where noted, all GALA major productions are in Spanish with free simultaneous English interpretation on individual audio phones, which are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
TICKET PRICES: GALA’s regular ticket price is $28. Special discounts are available for students, senior citizens (65+) and groups of ten or more individuals. Half-priced tickets may be available at TICKETPlace for same day performances.

GALA offers a variety of season subscriptions that range from $85 to $155. Subscribers save up to 20% off the regular ticket price! Take advantage of the offer and call (202) 234-7174.

PERFORMANCE SPACES: Performances, unless otherwise noted, are at the Warehouse Theater, 1021 Seventh Street, NW. The administrative offices and workshops are at the Josephine Butler Parks Center, 2437 15th Street, NW.

FOR RESERVATIONS & INFORMATION, call (202) 234-7174 or visit us on the web at www.galatheatre.org. Our email address is info@galatheatre.org.

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GALA is a nonprofit, tax-exempt organization supported in part by the D.C. Commission on the Arts and Humanities, The National Endowment for the Arts, private foundations, corporations and individuals. GALA is a member of the League of Washington Theaters, the Cultural Alliance of Greater Washington, the Theatre Communication Group, the National Association of Latino Arts and Culture, Association of Performing Arts Presenters, and t he Council of Latino Agencies.

AmericanAirlines® is the official carrier for GALA Hispanic Theatre.