This week I will be in the final rehearsals for Plantando Banderas.
I have met my challenge of writing and committing to memory five original pieces for this production. Poetry incorporated into a theatrical piece is a new adventure for me and I welcomed the challenge. Linda Nieves-Powell, who is serving as creative and script consultant, has been an inspiration to work with while Orlando Ferrand has bought me to tears of uncontrolled laughter with his intense energy. Rhina Valentine joined the production in its later stages as a narrator and has bought her sense of flair to this already lively presentation. Working alongside seasoned actors and dancers has given me a new perspective on spoken word and its distinct approach and ability to move a crowd with each verse. Dance, music, and poetry are so innate that incorporating them in order to create Plantando Banderas was simply magic.
Many have asked me
What is Plantando Banderas?
It is the creation of Addie Diaz, renowned dance choreographer, recipient of the 2011 Westchester “Arts Alive Project Grant”, and founder of Addie-tude Productions.
“Plantando Banderas” (Planting Flags) is a multicultural theatrical project that will celebrate the contributions and achievements of four highly successful Hispanics through music, dance, and poetry.
Who will we be honoring?
– Daniel Freiberg -Record producer, composer and musician
– Rossana Rosado- Publisher & CEO of El Diario/La Prensa, the oldest Spanish-language newspaper in the country
– Rafael Palomino-Restaurant owner, chef, and author of six successful cookbooks
– Darlene Rodriguez-co-anchor of Today in New York on WNBC
When and Where is the show?
Saturday, November 12th at 3:00 pm & 8:00 pm
Sunday, November 13th at 3:00 pm
at the Washington Irving School Theater
located at 103 South Broadway
Tarrytown, NY.
Ticket prices are as follows:
Premium Orchestra $25, Orchestra $20 and Mezzanine $15. Seniors, students and group discounts are available.
For more information and ticket purchase, please visit www.Addie-TudeProductions.org, contact Addie Diaz at addietudedance@gmail.com
or by calling 917.215.1720.