Folklife Festiva - May 25-28, 2018

5 CULTURALFOCUS Photo credit: Christopher Nelson “Created by the Colectiva Noroeste, the Pop Up Mercado is a space for comunidad to come together to celebrate and share cultura as we showcase the work of local artists and artisans in the Pacific Northwest.” – Jake Prendez, Colectiva Noroeste Próxima Generación: Youth Residency Project The main focus of this program is to offer a larger platform for youth to explore their heritage and visualize the future. This program provides a space for young artists, activists, and culture bearers of all ages to collaborate, share ideas and envision the future, while building a strong community together. Passing down knowledge and heritage from culture bearers through intergenerational dialogue creates a community that is stronger. Visit the Vera Gallery throughout the weekend to learn more about this special project. Catch the Próxima Generación showcase on Saturday in the Vera Project from 6 PM - 7:30 PM. Próxima Generación: Proyecto De Residencia Artística Para Jóvenes El principal enfoque de este programa, es ofrecer una plataforma más grande para que la juventud pueda explorar su herencia y visualizar el futuro. Este programa proveerá un espacio para jóvenes artistas, activistas y portadores de cultura de todas las edades; para colaborar, compartir ideas e imaginar el futuro construyendo juntos una comunidad fuerte. El traspaso de conocimiento y de la herencia de los portadores de cultura, a través del diálogo intergeneracional, crea una comunidad más fuerte. Visite el Vera Gallery durante el fin de semana para conocer más sobre este proyecto especial. Vea la muestra de Próxima Generación el Sábado en el Vera Project, desde las 6 PM hasta las 7:30 PM. To learn more about the Cultural Focus, please visit nwfolklife.org/2018-cultural-focus Visit the Pop Up Mercado and experience over 25 regional artists showcasing Mexican/Chicanx culture on the Armory Balcony on Sunday, May 27 from 11 AM - 5 PM This is a small selection of this years’ Cultural Focus programming. View the full program on pages 4-7 and 12-19, or online at NWFolklife.org/Festival. Theatre Presentations Mexico: The Music and Cultural Attire Travel around the regions of Mexico through cultural attires, fabrics, and traditional accessories. Saturday, May 26, 3 PM – 5 PM in the Cornish Playhouse. Echoes of Aztlán and Beyond: Mexican Folklórico Showcase Experience traditional Mexican folk dancing as seven Northwest regional ballet folklórico groups showcase a repertoire of regional styles on Sunday, May 27, 3 PM - 6 PM in the McCaw Hall. Cultural Cuisine Demonstrations Cooking Asparagus Tamales With Felipe Hernandez, co-owner of Los Hernandez Tamales. Felipe Hernandez was names one of five recipients of the James Beard Foundation’s ‘America’s Classics’ award in 2018. Sunday, May 27 from 12 PM – 12:45 PM on the Narrative and Cultural Cuisine Stage: Sponsored by Uber Eats. Music and Dance Performances Cultural Oaxaqueño Showcase on Saturday, May 26 from 11 AM - 12:30 PM on the Mural Amphitheater: Sponsored by Seattle Cancer Care Alliance. Próxima Generación: Youth Residency Showcase on Saturday, May 26 from 6 PM - 7:30 PM in the Vera Project/Gallery Music Performances ¡Que Viva el Mariachi! on Sunday, May 27 from 1:15 PM - 1:45 PM on the Mural Amphitheater: Sponsored by Seattle Cancer Care Alliance A Bailar! Latin Dance Party featuring Banda Vagos, Banda La Mejor and others on Sunday,May 27 from 7 PM - 10 PM on Mural Amphitheater: Sponsored by Seattle Cancer Care Alliance Film Latinos: The Changing Face of Washington Enrique Cerna, the son of Mexican immigrants, traces his Yakima Valley roots and explores the growing presence of Latinos who are helping to shape the future. Catch this documentary each day of the festival in the SIFF Film center. Join us for an inside look at the making of the documentary on Saturday, May 26 from 1:15 PM - 2:15 PM on the Narrative and Cultural Cuisine Stage. Panel Discussions: Narrative and Cultural Cuisine Stage: Sponsored by Uber Eats Lucha Libre Volcánica! with José Luis Gómez, Lucha Libre Volcánica Luchadores and moderated by Jose Vasquez on Sunday, May 27 from 4 PM - 5 PM Norte Y Sur: A Twenty Year Reflection and Look Forward with Alfredo Arreguin, Lauro Flores, Irene Gomez and special guests. Moderated by Judge Steve Gonzales. Monday, May 28 from 1:15 PM - 2:15 PM Photo credit: ‘La Avispa’ Courtesy of Lucha Libre Volcanica Photo credit: Christopher Nelson Photo credit: Christopher Nelson