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In celebration of the opening of the photography exhibit Maremágnum by Jordi Socías, two of the most important photojournalists of the last half-century discuss their work and experiences with moderator Paul Berlanga.Jordi Socías is the forefather of contemporary Spanish photography.  He documented the upheaval and metamorphosis in post-Franco Spain of the 1970s and 80s, including the attempted coup on February 23, 1981.  His portraits include Salvador Dalí, Jorge Luis Borges, Graham Greene,…See More

In celebration of the opening of the photography exhibit Maremágnum by Jordi Socías, two of the most important photojournalists of the last half-century discuss their work and experiences with moderator Paul Berlanga.Jordi Socías is the forefather of contemporary Spanish photography.  He documented the upheaval and metamorphosis in post-Franco Spain of the 1970s and 80s, including the attempted coup on February 23, 1981.  His portraits include Salvador Dalí, Jorge Luis Borges, Graham Greene,…See More

There is no denying the cultural and artistic achievements of Sara Montiel during her extensive career. She is an icon, diva and mythical figure of Spanish cinema and pop culture since the 1950s. She was introduced to United States moviegoers in the film Vera Cruz (1954) co-starring with Gary Cooper and Burt Lancaster, and directed by Robert Aldrich. She was offered the standard seven-year contract at Columbia Pictures, which she quickly refused, afraid of Hollywood's typecasting policies for…See More

Tuesday, April 3 – May 27The Instituto Cervantes of Chicago in collaboration with MAS Studio is proud to present the American premiere of this groundbreaking architecture exhibition.This exhibit traces ten recently built social projects by five leading voices in contemporary Colombian architecture: Daniel Bonilla and Giancarlo Mazzanti from Bogota, and Felipe Mesa, Juan Manuel Pelaez, and Felipe Uribe from Medellin. These visionary and socially conscious works – daycare centers, kindergartens,…See More

Wine reception to followRegister at http://www.brownpapertickets.com/eventThe event is free and open to the public, but registration is required.                                                                          Acclaimed Spanish fashion designer, David Delfín, in conversation with Veronica Guadalupe, Luna Negra’s rehearsal director.  They will discuss fashion, design and his costumes for Luna Negra’s CARMEN.maquia.  Hear how he worked…See More

MUJERESFour gentlemen from Barcelona met at university and had the brilliant idea to form a band. The band is known for a mix of punk, garage, rock & roll and maybe even a little blues and rockabilly. It is fast, exhilarating and fun. Within a year of releasing their self- titled debut they had a full touring schedule that took them all over the world.  Mujeres is pure fun, for the band and the audience. You don't even have to know the songs to sing and jump along. They will present their…See More

MUJERESFour gentlemen from Barcelona met at university and had the brilliant idea to form a band. The band is known for a mix of punk, garage, rock & roll and maybe even a little blues and rockabilly. It is fast, exhilarating and fun. Within a year of releasing their self- titled debut they had a full touring schedule that took them all over the world.  Mujeres is pure fun, for the band and the audience. You don't even have to know the songs to sing and jump along. They will present their…See More

Come experience a solid Spanish rock band that stretches the boundaries of the genre. Vetusta Morla add sounds and rhythms from outside the rock tradition, but they keep to the core and do not fall into the predictable pitfalls of world music.  How they present and manage their work is unconventional, too: their two albums to date, Un Dia en el Mundo (2008) and Mapas (2011) were both released by Pequeño Salto Mortal, a label they created to bypass the traditional channels of the recording…See More

$20 general admissionTtickets at www.ticketfly.comSpain’s Canteca de Macao, with their infectious musical orchestration of styles, will arrive in Chicago to share a performance celebrating their recently released album, “Nunca Es Tarde.” The eclectic ensemble will also include characteristic sultry performances of their greatest hits, most which have allowed them to become an international touring sensation. Canteca de Macao’s unparalleled concert…See More

World Premiere!RAIMUNDO & DIEGO AMADORBLACK & GypsyFriday & Saturday, February 17 & 187:00 pmInstituto  Cervantes31 W. Ohio Street, Chicago, IL 60654312-335-1996chicago@cervantes1.org $20  general admission  $15  IC students & members, Arte y Vida Chicago and Flamenco Arts Centers members, and seniorsTickets available at  brownpapertickets.com/event/222868Raimundo and Diego Amador invite you…See More

World Premiere!RAIMUNDO & DIEGO AMADORBLACK & GypsyFriday & Saturday, February 17 & 187:00 pmInstituto  Cervantes31 W. Ohio Street, Chicago, IL 60654312-335-1996chicago@cervantes1.org $20  general admission  $15  IC students & members, Arte y Vida Chicago and Flamenco Arts Centers members, and seniorsTickets available at  brownpapertickets.com/event/222868Raimundo and Diego Amador invite you…See More