by the El Reportero staff
Las Cafeteras have taken the music scene by storm with their infectious live performances and have crossed many genres and borders along the way. Their eclectic sound and high-energy performances have taken them around the world playing shows at Bonnaroo, the Hollywood Bowl, WOMAD, Montreal Jazz Festival and beyond.
Born and raised in East LA, Las Cafeteras are remixing roots music as modern-day troubadours.
They are a sonic explosion of Afro-Mexican rhythms, electronic beats and powerful rhymes that document stories of a community seeking to “build a world where many worlds fit.” From Afro-Mexican to Americana, soul to son jarocho, and roots to rock and hip-hop, Las Cafeteras take folk music into the future.
The band honors the past by using electrifying traditional instrumentation like the 8-string jarana, 4-string requinto, quijada (donkey jawbone) and tarima (a wooden platform). Las Cafeteras sing in five distinct languages: English, Spanish, Spanglish, love and justice. They believe everyone understands at least one of those languages.
One of Summer Fest 2024’s must-see discoveries, Lucía Gutiérrez Rebolloso, was crowned the winner of the Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition in 2022.
She hails from Veracruz and is steeped in son jarocho, a traditional regional style that blends Spanish, African and indigenous Mexican influences.
At the Fest, you’ll be treated to a bewitching set of Mexican folkloric and traditional jazz standards, sung in both Spanish and English. Tickets and passes are on sale now!
– Sábado 10 de agosto a las 12:30 p.m. en el California Theatre Stage.
San Francisco Shakespeare Festival brings its production for 3 weekends
Thought to be Shakespeare’s last solo written play, The Tempest is a classic tale with complex characters, intricate plot, and profound themes. Our relaxing outdoor setting provides an opportunity to see high quality, professional theater, free of charge. Treat yourself to some Shakespeare this season, for a moment that is sure to bring you a touch of The Bard!
Along with Shakespeare in the Park, other exciting FREE events in Redwood City include: Music in the Park on Wednesdays; Movies on the Square on Thursdays; Music on the Square on Fridays; Pub in the Park on Saturdays; Kids Rock! Concert Series on Sundays, plus special outdoor exhibits featuring ART on the Square. More info at http://www.RedwoodCityEvents.com
From August 10 through August 25, offering 6 p.m. shows on both Saturdays and Sundays. Red Morton Park, Valota Road side, 1455 Madison Ave, Redwood City, 94063.
http://www.redwoodcity.org/shakespeare
Root Division Presents: Introductions 2024
Established in 2007, Introductions is one of Root Division’s signature exhibitions, showcasing the talents of twelve emerging Bay Area artists without gallery representation. Artists are selected through a rigorous review process by a panel of three prominent arts professionals based on the conceptSual and formal strength of their work. The resulting exhibition provides a snapshot of the Bay Area’s artistic landscape featuring a diverse range of media and subject matter.
Among the participating students include: Kevin Lopez, Sophia Ramírez, Tamara Suárez Porras
Exhibition Dates: Aug 14 – Sept 21, 2024 | Gallery Hours: Wednesday–Saturday, 2-6 p.m. | Opening Reception: Sept. 14, 2024 from 7–9 p.m., at 1131 Mission St. San Francisco
Kids Rock! 2024
Because Kids Get To Rock Too!
Redwood City concludes its beloved Kids Music Series back on Courthouse Square with Asheba on August 18. MCd by Redwood City’s own, Andy-Z, the Master of Music and Play, this series brings high energy and tons of fun to both kids and adults on Courthouse Square! Because Kids get to Rock too!
Sponsored by Redwood City’s Public Library and Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department, this series provides a safe and fun environment for kids to dance and enjoy live music. Your family will be thrilled to enjoy free live music, along with an inflatable play-land and more! Sunday, Aug. 18 – Asheba, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Courthouse Square, Redwood City, CA.
