Events starting in December 2017
Events 1–15 of 15
- Performing arts
- New York
Ballet Hispánico at The Apollo Theater
Ballet Hispánico presents three works that reflect on the migrant experience, the tragedy of marginalization, and the triumph of the human spirit, including “Bury Me Standing” by Spanish choreographer Ramón Oller.
Dec 1 – Dec 2, 2017
- Music
- Washington, D.C.
Spanish Brass in Washington, D.C.
Spanish Brass, one of the most dynamic and admired brass groups on the international music scene, performs at the historic Dumbarton Oaks.
Dec 3 – Dec 4, 2017
- Music
- New York
Celebrating Granados and His Circle
The four-day program explores the rich legacy of the Spanish Piano Trios and its leading exponents, including Granados, Turina, Cassado, and Halffter.
Dec 3 – Dec 20, 2017
- Music
- San Juan, PR
150th anniversary of Enrique Granados
Acclaimed Spanish pianist Antonio Ortiz takes part in a concert to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the birth of Spanish composer Enrique Granados.
Dec 3, 2017
- Film
- New York
Gurumbé: Afro-Andalusian Memories
A screening and a Flamenco performance explore the fundamental contribution of Afro-Andalusians to Flamenco.
Dec 3, 2017
- Visual arts
- New York
Eva Davidova in 24:7 at Times Square
Spanish artist Eva Davidova presents “Intentions” (2017) and “Matt, Esquina Adidas” (2010) in a video takeover at 10 Times Square created by ZAZ.
Dec 4 – Jan 21, 2018
- Literature
- New York
Eduardo Mendoza: The writer under the radar
The winner of the 2017 Cervantes Award talks about his career and life dedication to literature.
Dec 4, 2017
- Literature
- New York
Burp. Apuntes Gastronómicos by Mercedes Cebrián
Spanish writer Mercedes Cebrián presents her latest book focused on her culinary experiences on both sides of the Atlantic.
Dec 6 – Dec 8, 2017
- Visual arts
- Dallas
Murillo at the Meadows: A 400th Anniversary Celebration
The Meadows’ extraordinary holdings of Bartolomé Esteban Murillo will be featured in a year-long celebration of the artist’s 400th birthday.
Dec 6 – Dec 2, 2018
- Visual arts
- Washington, D.C.
Palimpsestus: Image and Memory
The exhibition surveys the main artistic trends and visual cultures that have developed in Ibero-America in the second half of the 20th Century.
Dec 7 – Apr 30, 2018
- Music
- Washington, D.C.
Music in War Time by PostClassical Ensemble
PostClassical Ensemble, conducted by Angel Gil-Ordóñez, presents Music in War Time: A Pearl Harbor Day Commemoration at the Washington National Cathedral.
Dec 7, 2017
- Music
- New York
Mercedes Peón: Songs of Galicia
Mercedes Peón performs ancient and contemporary songs from Galicia in her US debut.
Dec 8, 2017
- Film
- Washington, D.C.
Summer 1993 at AFI European Union Film Showcase
Now in its 30th year, the AFI European Union Film Showcase continues its tradition of bringing the best in European cinema to Washington, D.C.-area audiences.
Dec 9 – Dec 13, 2017
- Visual arts
- Washington, D.C.
Double Look: the other Latin American photography
The exhibit includes works by documentary photographers from Mexico, Brazil, Peru, Venezuela, Chile and Spain.
Dec 14 – Feb 1, 2018
- Visual arts
- New York
María Lago: A retrospective
The exhibition brings together the body of work that María Lago has produced over 30 years.
Dec 21 – Jan 20, 2018