With motif of the Immigrant Heritage Monthmusical cast members ¡AMERICANO! held an outdoor presentation in one of the neighborhoods with the largest Hispanic presence in New York: Sunset Park.
The concert in the park was an initiative of the Mayor’s Office for Immigrant Affairs and was carried out with the support of some politicians and local entities such as the Ladies of Sunset Park and the Mixteca Organization.
RELATED STORIES:
AMERICAN! Concert for Immigrants in Sunset Park.
–
Brooklyn District 51 Assemblywoman Marcela Mitaynes shared her impressions of the event: “I am very proud to have this particular presentation. As immigrants, our race and culture is very important. We have roots in this community that is largely immigrant and have an opportunity to share our stories through art, drama and music.
¡AMERICANO! addresses the story of Tony Valdovinos, an immigrant who, when trying to enlist in the Navy, discovers that he is not a citizen, but through DACA he manages to get ahead to support his family and his community.
AMERICAN! celebrate immigrants. (Photo: Maria Baranova)
–
Lorena Kourousias from the Mixteca organization, pointed out in this regard: “It is very important that today our community can see this show and see itself represented. And all the stories that we can tell and the contributions that we have can be seen. And it is precisely what we do here at Sunset.
The concert was well received by the residents of Sunset Park and the citizen organizations that were present were pleased to receive this type of entertainment.
Cast of ¡AMERICANO! (Photo: Maria Baranova)
–
“The Ladies of Sunset Park have just been recognized for the work they do and, to be honest, it’s been many years since we’ve established ourselves here and shaped our roots. And this fills me with great emotion: knowing that among the Latino immigrant community can support each other,” explained Daniela Contreras, a member of the Ladies of Sunset Park.
The musical ¡AMERICANO! continues its off-Broadway performances in Manhattan and to get tickets you should consult the website: americanothemusical.com
–
