News:
- It seems that OASIS will be unable to perform. Suggestions for different groups have been discussed, including
- Tambor Urbano (I am skeptical of this - what is the information for this group? They are a supergroup in Venezuela if THIS is what is being referred to) if it is a copycat group in the area, then do we know who we can contact?
- In either case, you can see in the youtube how tambores are danced to in Venezuela. I wonder why its not more popular internationally.
- A group from Durham was suggested, alas I cannot read my own handwriting and need someone to refresh my memory
- We are running behind on finding someone to edit and film our video. IT IS IMPERATIVE we do this soon. Please bring to next meeting names and suggestions. Approach people at the MRC and Beasley center editing room as well.
- March 7th: Must have compiled (if not contacted!) a definitive list of performers. The preliminary list has been posted in a previous date. Also compile a list of Video Savvy people, contact them and offer candy (heh)
- March 20th: Have confirmed list of performers and a database of contacts for each group that will be made public via this blog.
- March 27th: A pre-definitive list of performances organized by time-slot. This will be finalized in tandem with the script that is being written for the presenters. Video concepts and footage must be finalized and selected by this date.
- A series of dry-runs should be done in real-time, beginning two weeks before the show. Check whether we can rehearse once more the day of, onstage.
Notes:
In the three weeks prior to the show, we need to work closely with production- timing the videos and the script are crucial to the success of the show. It is also very important that good contact be kept with performers and clear explanations are given as to what we are looking for in each performance. I am posting a blurb (and this, i exhort you to look over, edit and suggest on) in order to ensure everybody is on the same page:
We are proud to formally invite (insert group name here) to participate in the seventeenth annual noche latina, to take place April 19th at 7pm. Noche Latina is the annual celebration of our Cultura by the Carolina Hispanic Association, and we would be honored if (insert group name here) decides to add to the discourse of the diverse and complex array of Latinidades.
This year we have chosen to represent the theme Raices (Roots) for our show. Defining the Latino identity has traditionally been problematic because of the sheer variation of influences that inform the umbrella term. This year we choose to celebrate this diversity by tracing back to these influences, showcasing the rich patchwork of cultures that have come to be a part of our community. Musical acts, dance, spoken word, performance art and skits (both humorous and not) are all acceptable media for contribution. We would like your contribution to take into account the framework of this show - how (insert group name here) can represent your own art while acknowledging how it has influenced Latin American and Latino culture. We are available to clarify any specific points regarding your organization´s act and its connection to our 'Raices' as well as provide material for historical background.
Should you decide to help us achieve the success of this very meaningful installment of Noche, we ask your performance be kept around 4:30 minutes.
We thank you sincerely for your consideration,
The Carolina Hispanic Association
Noche Latina Planning committee
Contacts: Michu Benaim -mbenaim@email.unc.edu, Pam Garcia - pgarcia@email.unc.edu
This year we have chosen to represent the theme Raices (Roots) for our show. Defining the Latino identity has traditionally been problematic because of the sheer variation of influences that inform the umbrella term. This year we choose to celebrate this diversity by tracing back to these influences, showcasing the rich patchwork of cultures that have come to be a part of our community. Musical acts, dance, spoken word, performance art and skits (both humorous and not) are all acceptable media for contribution. We would like your contribution to take into account the framework of this show - how (insert group name here) can represent your own art while acknowledging how it has influenced Latin American and Latino culture. We are available to clarify any specific points regarding your organization´s act and its connection to our 'Raices' as well as provide material for historical background.
Should you decide to help us achieve the success of this very meaningful installment of Noche, we ask your performance be kept around 4:30 minutes.
We thank you sincerely for your consideration,
The Carolina Hispanic Association
Noche Latina Planning committee
Contacts: Michu Benaim -mbenaim@email.unc.edu, Pam Garcia - pgarcia@email.unc.edu
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