BETHLEHEM, Pa. — The sounds of the drums will introduce the Aztec dancers as they take the stage for a sacred and ceremonial dance.
Philadelphia's Danza Azteca del Anáhuac are among the performers at ¡Fiesta Latina! on Saturday, April 28 at Touchstone Theatre in Bethlehem.
- Celebrate Hispanic culture at Touchstone Theatre’s yearly Latino-themed block party
- The fiesta will take place 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday, April 29
- Philadelphia’s Danza Azteca del Anáhuac will perform a ancient ceremonial dance
The Latino-themed block party will also feature reggaeton music and Mexican and Caribbean eats.
The open-air free event starts at 6 p.m. at the Barrio Stage, 321 E. 4th St.
Honoring the Indigenous
Danza Azteca del Anáhuac performances feature traditional dancing and prayer from los pueblos indígenas de México (indigenous people of Mexico), specifically the region of Anáhuac, known as the heartland of Aztec Mexico, and located in the central and northern parts of the country.
The group wears traditional outfits to indigenous gatherings and educational events across the country while preserving their ancestors’ traditions.
Also taking the stage: local reggaeton artist, El Elegido.
Mecatos y tacos
General Zapatas will be serving up snacks and other treats such as tacos, pastelillos, enchiladas, burritos and flautas.
The Touchstone bar will also provide alcoholic beverages for the over-21 crowd (all proceeds from bar sales will benefit Touchstone's community programming).
Fostering diversity
¡Fiesta Latina! is part of an initiative that began with the ensemble theatre’s Festival UnBound, a five-day local arts-infused community celebration in September.
Over the last few years, the event has been aimed at building a relationship with locals and organizations that make an impact for Bethlehem’s Latino population.
