Yessica Borroto Perryman, the Cuban Actress and Model who has Captivated Netflix and Channel
Yessica Borroto Perryman embodies naturalness, ease, and strength. She is quite striking in any chosen pose. If you see her…
Colombia and the Artistic Footprint of Its Black Population
Historically, the Afro-Colombian community has infused national folklore with its music, dance and other artistic expressions. Afro-descendant communities spread across…
Toronto History Museums launches virtual Awakenings program
The City of Toronto launched the Awakenings program – a virtual series of art projects by Black, Indigenous and artists of…
Art of inclusion can help build a better Canada
As we bid the pandemic year goodbye and herald the new year, it’s worth asking about the kind of society…
The Alternative Music Scene in Cuba Opens Up to the World and Breaks Barriers
Alternative music in Cuba is heard and danced increasingly more and better. The support of traditional labels for these new…
Paramaribo: Recovering the Luster of a Unique Architectural Treasure
In the heart of Suriname’s capital, the Paramaribo historic center is a storyteller. Joining UNESCO’s World Heritage list in 2002 , this…
Ten Leading Figures who Enriched Afro-Cuban Culture
The interaction between African and European culture gave rise in Cuba to the Afro-Cuban concept, without which it is impossible…
Theaters in Latin America change scenery in the face of the coronavirus
Nabucco, the great opera by Giuseppe Verdi, went down in history for the choir “Va pensiero, sull’ali dorate” (“Fly, thought,…
Canada: Black classical musicians are building supportive communities
Music has been significant for many during COVID-19 isolation, and in these same months Black musicians have amplified the momentum of the Black Lives…
‘Schitt’s Creek’ and ‘Letterkenny’ are love letters to rural Canada
At the 72nd Emmy awards held on Sep. 20, Schitt’s Creek took home seven awards and set the record for most wins in…
