Discount Community Tickets for THE DIAMOND (April 12-14)
2023-04-13 19:00 - 20:30, 2023-04-14 19:00 - 20:30 UTC | Pregones Theater, 575 Walton Ave, Bronx, NY, 10451, United States
At People’s Theatre Project, we are very excited about our world premiere production of The Diamond with performances running from April 12-23 at Teatro Pregones in the South Bronx. The play has been in development since 2019 and is borne of the experiences of dozens of immigrant artists who have contributed to the process. It is important to us that our community partners have an opportunity to attend this, our most ambitious production to date.
The Diamond follows a group of detained immigrants who conspire against a dystopian government. They lead a revolution, but realize they will only be free when they remember who they are. Devised by and featuring a cast of immigrant actors, The Diamond is written by Christin Eve Cato (Sancocho) and directed by Chuk Obasi (The Weaver (part II): Paradigm).

Discount Ticket Offer
We are extending an offer to the Loisaida community for $10 Discount Tickets to our preview performances on April 12, 13, and 14 at 7:00 P.M.

How to Purchase

Up to six (6) discounted tickets may be purchased online (https://ci.ovationtix.com/36532/production/1149838) at one time using the code: PTPTEN
You are welcome to purchase additional discounted tickets online, however, to do so you will need to make a second transaction.
For groups of seven (7) or more, or to pay via check, please email Priscilla Aguilar (paguilar@pregones.org, Business and Operations Manager for Pregones) and copy communications@peoplestheatreproject.org.

Include the following in your email:

Performance date, # of tickets requested, the name of your organization, and contact person.

All checks should be made payable to Pregones Puerto Rican Traveling Theater.
Checks can be mailed in advance or dropped off in person anytime before the performance, or brought with you on the day of the performance.

Mailing/Drop-Off Address for checks: Pregones Theater, 575 Walton Ave, Bronx, NY 10451

Hand Built Ceramic 3-Part Workshop (April 15 & 22, May 6)
2023-04-15 10:00 - 13:00 UTC | HACO Project Space, 31 Grand Street, Brooklyn, NY, 11249, United States
Hand Built Ceramic Workshop with artist, Calora Bermudez
Let’s build your one & only Ceramic! Could be functional, abstract, however you like.
In this workshop (3 CLASSES), participants will explore the pinch pot and coil hand building techniques to create 1 to 2 pieces. Additionally, decorative techniques such as carving, stamping, perforation, and modeling textures will be introduced to make the work even more original and unique! Lastly, basic glazing will be learned to complete the works, and make them shine.

When:
Saturday, April 15, 10am – 1pm
Saturday, April 22, 10am – 1pm
Saturday, May 6, 10am – 1pm

Where:
HACO Project Space
31 Grand St, Brooklyn NY 11249
Eligibility:

Adults : 10 years and older, all skill levels, beginners are welcome.
Children under 10 years, with an adult participant.

Workshop Fees:
*Materials + Firing fee included

10 years & up $250.00
Family pack #1 $375.00 / 1 child under 10 with 1 adult
Family pack #2 $560.00 / 2 children under 10 with 1 adult, or 1 child with 2 adults

Class description:
＊Don’t forget to bring your imagination…

First class: Participants will learn basic facts about clay and its building stages by modeling with both pinching and coiling, and proper attachment techniques.

Second class: We will focus on refining the works that were built on the First class, and adding textures by using stamps and perforations.

Third class: Glazing. The class will focus on basic brush glazing techniques, and glaze combinations, and complete pieces by adding one or 2 glazes.

All the participants are invited to exhibit their pieces at HACO
Exhibition : May 13th – 20th
Reception Party : Saturday, May 13th, 4pm
Limited seats available. Click here to register or contact cruise@haconyc.com

Advocate of the Loisaida Streets: The Activist Legacy of Tato Laviera
2023-04-20 07:00 - 20:00 UTC | City Lore, 56 East 1st Street, New York, NY, 10003, United States
Thursday, April 20th at 7pm
City Lore (56 E 1st Street, New York, NY 10003)
$10 Admissions, All proceeds from ticket sales go to the Tato Laviera Foundation

Nuyorican poet pioneer Tato Laviera is well-known for his artistic contribution to the literary canon, but Tato really got his start working for various community organizations on the Lower East Side where he championed his Loisaida family.
This program will feature a screening of CENTRO’s documentary, AmeRican, directed by Vivian Hernandez-Ortiz, followed by a discussion with artists and activists who worked with Tato.
In partnership with the Tato Laviera Foundation, the Loisaida Center and CENTRO.

La Cocina de Loisaida: Puerto Rican Vegan Fiesta de Tapas
2023-04-20 18:30 - 20:30, 2023-04-22 12:00 - 14:00 UTC | Essex Market – Essex Kitchen, 88 Essex Street (Mezzanine Level), New York, NY, 10002, United States
La Cocina de Loisaida is a monthly in-person cooking class series presented by The Loisaida Center and Essex Market, where longtime Lower East Sider and home chef Maria Bido shares authentic Puerto Rican recipes and cooking techniques. Each month we’ll explore a new batch of family favorites, all based in Puerto Rican flavors and using ingredients from Essex Market.
In this class you’ll learn how to make fabulous Puerto Rican starters that are full of flavor! Our menu consists of Pionones, Vegan Relleno, Surrullitos de Maiz, and Limber de Coco. The dishes we will make are a phenomenal combination of traditional Caribbean Flavors! This class will be about 2 hours long and include time to savor the dishes you prepare together as a group.
Buy your tickets now on Eventbrite!

La Cocina de Loisaida: Cinco de Mayo with a Puerto Rican Twist
2023-05-04 18:30 - 20:30, 2023-05-06 12:00 - 14:00 UTC | Essex Market – Essex Kitchen, 88 Essex Street (Mezzanine Level), New York, NY, 10002, United States
La Cocina de Loisaida is a monthly in-person cooking class series presented by The Loisaida Center and Essex Market, where longtime Lower East Sider and home chef Maria Bido shares authentic Puerto Rican recipes and cooking techniques. Each month we’ll explore a new batch of family favorites, all based in Puerto Rican flavors and using ingredients from Essex Market.
In this class we’re going to celebrate Cinco de Mayo with a Puerto Rican Twist! Our menu consists of Pulled Garlic Chicken, Arepa de Maiz, Guacamole & Pickled Red Onions, and Churros. The dishes we will make are a phenomenal combination of traditional Caribbean Flavors! This class will be about 2 hours long and include time to savor the dishes you prepare together as a group.
Buy your tickets now on Eventbrite!

La Cocina de Loisaida: Puerto Rican Fiesta de Tapas
2023-06-14 12:00 - 14:00, 2023-06-17 12:00 - 14:00 UTC | Essex Market – Essex Kitchen, 88 Essex Street (Mezzanine Level), New York, NY, 10002, United States
La Cocina de Loisaida is a monthly in-person cooking class series presented by The Loisaida Center and Essex Market, where longtime Lower East Sider and home chef Maria Bido shares authentic Puerto Rican recipes and cooking techniques. Each month we’ll explore a new batch of family favorites, all based in Puerto Rican flavors and using ingredients from Essex Market.
This month we’re going to enjoy an amazing Puerto Rican Tapas class! Our menu consists of Pionones, Picadillo, Relleno de Papa, and Limber de Coco. The dishes we will make are a phenomenal combination of traditional Caribbean Flavors! This class will be about 2 hours long and include time to savor the dishes you prepare together as a group.
Buy your tickets now on Eventbrite!

Nuyorican Poets Café at Loisaida Center Presents: Open Mic hosted by Solpreme
2024-02-28 18:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | NY
Nuyorican Poets Café at Loisaida Center Presents: Open Mic hosted by Solpreme
$16.50 – $16.50 including fees

Join the Nuyorican Poets Café for our off-site edition of the OPEN MIC hosted by Solpreme during our 3-year #Nuyoricanstruction of our building – at the nearby Loisaida Center in the Lower East Side (“Loisaida”) in Manhattan, New York City!

In-person & on-stage at the Loisaida Center, 710 East 9th Street (between Avenues C & D), Manhattan, NY 10009. Buy ticket(s) in advance or at the door – signup sheet to perform in the openmic is at the stage after you enter.

Winter & Spring 2024 Wednesday dates:
* 1/31
* 2/28
* 3/13 & 3/27
* 4/10 & 4/24
* and: 5/8 & 5/22/2024

** Doors open at 6 P.M. **
** Open Mic is from 6:30 to 8:30 P.M. **

All art forms are welcome: poetry, short stories, comedy, monologues, songs (Note: ORIGINAL songs only). 4 minutes max. per performer. If you’d like to add an original audio track to your performance, please email the .mp3 or .wav file or the link to your online audio URL to info <at> nuyorican.org in advance.

Note: all performers will be live-taped and an edited version will be shared on the Nuyorican Poets Café’s social media pages. Participation in this event is with this understanding and giving consent to be filmed.

Tickets:
* $15 (plus online fee) in advance here on this ticket page (for either audience/viewing or performances, same price)
* $15 (at the door at the Loisaida Center, via credit card or Zelle or ApplePay only, no cash)

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W.O.W. Open Mic - a Nuyorican Poets Café offsite event at Loisaida Center
2024-05-01 18:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | NY
W.O.W. Open Mic – a Nuyorican Poets Café offsite event at Loisaida Center
$16.50 – $16.50 including fees

Join the Nuyorican Poets Café (NPC) for the off-site edition of our monthly WOMXN ORATORS WEDNESDAY Open Mic during our 3-year #Nuyoricanstruction of our building – at the nearby Loisaida Center in the Lower East Side (“Loisaida”) in Manhattan, New York City!

Hosted by Felicia Cade aka ‘Rise Felicia‘ in-person & on-stage at the Loisaida Center, 710 East 9th Street (between Avenues C & D), Manhattan, NY 10009. Please note: all performances are live-streamed on Loisaida’s YouTube live-stream channel and recorded for NPC’s social media platforms to be uploaded at a later time.

** On the first Wednesday of each month. **
** Doors open at 6 P.M. **
** Open Mic is from 6:30 to 8:30 P.M. **

Tickets:
$15 (plus online fee) for performers or audience/viewing (same price).
$15 (at the door, via credit card or Zelle or Apple Pay, no cash)

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Open Mic hosted by Solpreme - a Nuyorican Poets Café offsite event at Loisaida Center
2024-05-29 18:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | NY
Open Mic hosted by Solpreme – a Nuyorican Poets Café offsite event at Loisaida Center
$16.50 – $16.50 including fees

Join the Nuyorican Poets Café for our off-site edition of the OPEN MIC hosted by Solpreme during our 3-year #Nuyoricanstruction of our building – at the nearby Loisaida Center in the Lower East Side (“Loisaida”) in Manhattan, New York City!

In-person & on-stage at the Loisaida Center, 710 East 9th Street (between Avenues C & D), Manhattan, NY 10009. Buy ticket(s) in advance or at the door – signup sheet to perform in the openmic is at the stage after you enter.

Winter & Spring 2024 Wednesday dates:
* 1/31
* 2/28
* 3/13 & 3/27
* 4/10 & 4/24
* and: 5/8 & 5/29/2024

** Doors open at 6 P.M. **
** Open Mic is from 6:30 to 8:30 P.M. **

All art forms are welcome: poetry, short stories, comedy, monologues, songs (Note: ORIGINAL songs only). 4 minutes max. per performer. If you’d like to add an original audio track to your performance, please email the .mp3 or .wav file or the link to your online audio URL to info <at> nuyorican.org in advance.

Note: all performers will be live-taped and an edited version will be shared on the Nuyorican Poets Café’s social media pages. Participation in this event is with this understanding and giving consent to be filmed.

Tickets:
* $15 (plus online fee) in advance here on this ticket page (for either audience/viewing or performances, same price)
* $15 (at the door at the Loisaida Center, via credit card or Zelle or ApplePay only, no cash)

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W.O.W. Open Mic - a Nuyorican Poets Cafe offsite event at Loisaida Center
2024-12-04 18:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | NY
Join the Nuyorican Poets Cafe’s off-site edition of the WOMXN ORATOR WEDNESDAY (“W.O.W.”) Open Mic at the Loisaida Center in the Lower East Side (“Loisaida”)!
Open to all genres including poetry, music, comedy, and story-telling.

Hosted by Felicia Cade aka ‘Rise Felicia’ in-person & on-stage at the Loisaida Center, 710 East 9th Street (between Avenues C & D), Manhattan, NY 10009. Please note: all performances are live-streamed on Loisaida’s and our Nuyorican Poets Cafe’s YouTube channels (and the recording is available to watch on our YouTube channel right thereafter).

** On the first Wednesday of each month. **
** Doors open at 6 P.M. **
** Open Mic is from 6:30 to 8:30 P.M. **

Tickets:
$10 (plus online fee) for performers or audience/viewing (same price).
$10 (at the door, via credit card or Zelle or Apple Pay, no cash)

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Nuyorican Poets Cafe W.O.W. Open Mic at Loisaida Center
2025-04-02 18:30 - 20:30 UTC | The Loisaida Inc. Center, 710 East 9th Street, New York, NY, 10009, United States
Nuyorican Poets Cafe W.O.W (Womxn Orator Wednesday) Open Mic
Every First Wednesday of the Month from 6 to 8:30 pm at the Loisaida Center!
Open to all genres including poetry, music, comedy, and storytelling.
Hosted by @sumbodies_mama in-person & on-stage at the Loisaida Center, 710 East 9th Street (between Avenues C & D), Manhattan, NY 10009. Please note: all performances are live-streamed on Loisaida’s and our Nuyorican Poets Cafe’s YouTube channels (and the recording is available to watch on our YouTube channel right thereafter).
** On the first Wednesday of each month. **
** Doors open at 6 P.M. **
** Open Mic is from 6:30 to 8:30 P.M. **
Tickets:
$10 (plus online fee) for performers or audience/viewing (same price).
$10 (at the door, via credit card or Zelle or Apple Pay, no cash)
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Nuyorican Poets Cafe Open Mic Wednesdays hosted by Solpreme at Loisaida Center
2025-04-09 18:00 - 20:30, 2025-04-23 18:00 - 20:30 UTC | The Loisaida Inc. Center, 710 East 9th Street, New York, NY, 10009, United States
Open Mic Wednesdays in partnership with Nuyorican Poets Cafe is every second and fourth Wednesday of the month.
The slam will be hosted by @orgsolpreme in person and on stage at the Loisaida Center – 710 East 9th Street, NY, NY 10009, from 6:00 to 8:30 PM!
Open to all genres including poetry, music, comedy, and storytelling. All art forms are welcome: poetry, short stories, humor, monologues, songs (Note: ORIGINAL songs only). 4 minutes maximum per performer. If you’d like to add an original audio track to your performance, please email the .mp3 or .wav file or your online audio URL link to chris@loisaida.org in advance.
Note: All performances will be recorded and live-streamed via LoisaidaTV and the Nuyorican Poets Cafe’s YouTube channels (and the recording will be available to watch on our YouTube channel immediately afterward). Participation in this event is with this understanding and giving consent to be filmed. If you missed attending and/or would like to re-watch your performance, find the recorded videos on our YouTube.

By attending and/or participating in these Open Mic events, you acknowledge that your voice and/or likeness will be recorded and/or photographed and may be used for promotional or educational purposes by both the Nuyorican Poets Cafe and Loisaida Center.

Tickets:
* $10 (plus online fee) in advance here on this ticket page (for either audience/viewing or performances, same price)
* $10 (at the door at the Loisaida Center, via credit card or Zelle or ApplePay only, no cash)

<<Purchase Tickets – Click Here>>

Basics of Woodworking - Session 2: Tools & Techniques
2025-04-19 14:00 - 18:00 UTC | The Loisaida Inc. Center, 710 East 9th Street, New York, NY, 10009, United States
Course Title: Basics of Woodworking
Class Schedule: Saturdays, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM (April 12 – May 24)
Duration: 7 sessions (28 hours total)
Capacity and Target Audience: 6 Students – Beginners with no prior woodworking experience
Location: Loisaida Center – 710 East 9th Street, New York, NY 10009
Instructor: Josué Guarionex Colón
Register here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/xu2y4dt

Scope of Work

Objective:
Provide participants with foundational woodworking skills, safety protocols, and hands-on experience to build small projects independently.
Learning Outcomes:

Understand and apply woodworking safety standards.
Identify and use essential woodworking tools and materials.
Measure, cut, and assemble wood accurately.
Finish a personal woodworking project.

Resources Provided:

Tools: Saws, drills, clamps, sanders, measuring tapes, etc.
Materials: Lumber, screws, glue, sandpaper, and protective equipment.
Instructional handouts and project templates.

Key Deliverables:

Completed personal project (e.g., a small table or shelf).
Participant certificate of completion.

Curriculum
Session 1: Introduction to Woodworking & Safety

Overview of tools and materials.
Shop safety rules and demonstration.
Basic measuring and marking techniques.

Session 2: Tools & Techniques

Hands-on practice: saws (manual and power), drills, and sanders.
Techniques for cutting, drilling, and sanding.

Session 3: Wood Joints & Assembly Basics

Introduction to types of wood joints (butt, miter, dado).
Practice assembling a simple joint.

Session 4: Project Planning & Material Preparation

Selecting and measuring materials for the project.
Cutting and preparing wood pieces.

Session 5: Assembly and Construction

Assembling the project (e.g., a small table or shelf).
Tips for ensuring structural integrity.

Session 6: Sanding and Finishing

Sanding techniques for smooth surfaces.
Introduction to wood finishes (paint, varnish, stains).

Session 7: Final Touches and Reflection

Completing the project and applying finishes.
Group project showcase and feedback session.

Assessment:
Participants will be evaluated on their ability to follow safety protocols, demonstrate basic skills, and complete their project within the course timeline.
Requirements:
Participants must wear closed-toe shoes, and the program will provide safety goggles.

Basics of Woodworking - Session 3: Wood Joints & Assembly Basics
2025-04-26 14:00 - 18:00 UTC | The Loisaida Inc. Center, 710 East 9th Street, New York, NY, 10009, United States

Basics of Woodworking - Session 4: Project Planning & Material Preparation
2025-05-03 14:00 - 18:00 UTC | The Loisaida Inc. Center, 710 East 9th Street, New York, NY, 10009, United States

Mixed Poetics 3 - BODIES
2025-05-03 18:30 - 20:30 UTC | The Loisaida Inc. Center, 710 East 9th Street, New York, NY, 10009, United States
MIXED POETICS 3
BODIES
Produced by Miah Artola
Featuring works by: Manon Wada, Hiromi Kiba, Miah Artola, Patrick Todd, Amy Hosig, Art Jones, Andrea Frierson, Townsend West, Marcelo Siles, Mark Mayer, James Long, Melissa Grey, David Morneau
Date: Saturday, May 3rd 2025
Time: 6:30 – 8:30 pm
Location: Loisaida Inc 710 East 9th Street New York, NY 10009

Admission: $20/ $10 (All funds will support participating artists!)
Pay with Venmo (must have/create Venmo account)
Admission can also be paid at the door.

Nuyorican Poets Cafe W.O.W. Open Mic at Loisaida Center
2025-05-07 18:00 - 20:30 UTC | The Loisaida Inc. Center, 710 East 9th Street, New York, NY, 10009, United States
Nuyorican Poets Cafe W.O.W (Womxn Orator Wednesday) Open Mic
Every First Wednesday of the Month from 6 to 8:30 pm at the Loisaida Center!
Hosted by Sumbodies Mama in-person & on-stage at the Loisaida Center, 710 East 9th Street (between Avenues C & D), Manhattan, NY 10009. Please note: all performances are live-streamed on Loisaida’s and our Nuyorican Poets Cafe’s YouTube channels (and the recording is available to watch on our YouTube channel right thereafter).
** On the first Wednesday of each month. **
** Doors open at 6 P.M. **
** Open Mic is from 6:30 to 8:30 P.M. **
Tickets:
$10 (plus online fee) for performers or audience/viewing (same price).
$10 (at the door, via credit card or Zelle or Apple Pay, no cash

** NOTICE: By attending and/or participating in events by the Nuyorican Poets Cafe, you acknowledge that your voice and/or likeness may be recorded and/or photographed. **

** All art forms are welcome: poetry, short stories, comedy, monologues, songs (Note: ORIGINAL songs only). 4 minutes max. per performer. If you’d like to add an original audio track to your performance, please email the .mp3 or .wav file or the link to your online audio URL to chris@loisaida.org in advance. **

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Basics of Woodworking - Session 5: Assembly and Construction
2025-05-10 14:00 - 18:00 UTC | The Loisaida Inc. Center, 710 East 9th Street, New York, NY, 10009, United States

Nuyorican Poets Cafe Open Mic Wednesdays hosted by Solpreme at Loisaida Center
2025-05-14 06:00 - 20:30, 2025-05-28 18:00 - 20:30 UTC | The Loisaida Inc. Center, 710 East 9th Street, New York, NY, 10009, United States
Open Mic Wednesdays in partnership with Nuyorican Poets Cafe is every second and fourth Wednesday of the month.
The slam will be hosted by @orgsolpreme in person and on stage at the Loisaida Center – 710 East 9th Street, NY, NY 10009, from 6:00 to 8:30 PM!
Open to all genres including poetry, music, comedy, and storytelling. All art forms are welcome: poetry, short stories, humor, monologues, songs (Note: ORIGINAL songs only). 4 minutes maximum per performer. If you’d like to add an original audio track to your performance, please email the .mp3 or .wav file or your online audio URL link to chris@loisaida.org in advance.
Note: All performances will be recorded and live-streamed via LoisaidaTV and the Nuyorican Poets Cafe’s YouTube channels (and the recording will be available to watch on our YouTube channel immediately afterward). Participation in this event is with this understanding and giving consent to be filmed. If you missed attending and/or would like to re-watch your performance, find the recorded videos on our YouTube.

By attending and/or participating in these Open Mic events, you acknowledge that your voice and/or likeness will be recorded and/or photographed and may be used for promotional or educational purposes by both the Nuyorican Poets Cafe and Loisaida Center.

Tickets:
* $10 (plus online fee) in advance here on this ticketing page (for either audience/viewing or performances, same price)
* $10 (at the door at the Loisaida Center, via credit card or Zelle or ApplePay only, no cash)

<<Purchase Tickets – Click Here>>

Acting Fundamentals: The 15 Week Course
2025-05-17 13:00 - 15:30, 2025-05-24 13:00 - 15:30 UTC | The Loisaida Inc. Center, 710 East 9th Street, New York, NY, 10009, United States
Around the Block Teatro offers a 15-week Acting Fundamentals course led by Nikaury Rodriguez at the Loisaida Center.
Designed for beginner and intermediate actors, the program focuses on self-awareness, truthful reactions, and character development through theatre games, embodiment exercises, script analysis, and improvisation.
Classes are held every Saturday from 1:00 PM to 3:30 PM ET.
Tuition is $350, with scholarships and payment plans available.
To apply for a scholarship or to register, visit: https://www.aroundtheblockteatro.org/

Basics of Woodworking - Session 6: Sanding and Finishing
2025-05-17 14:00 - 18:00 UTC | The Loisaida Inc. Center, 710 East 9th Street, New York, NY, 10009, United States

Basics of Woodworking - Session 7: Final Touches and Reflection
2025-05-24 14:00 - 18:00 UTC | The Loisaida Inc. Center, 710 East 9th Street, New York, NY, 10009, United States

¡Comedia en Español!
2025-06-03 18:30 - 20:00 UTC | The Loisaida Inc. Center, 710 East 9th Street, New York, NY, 10009, United States
Tuesday, June 3

¡Comedia en Español!

Noche de chistes para la comunidad hispanoparlante. Mujeres chistosas, Noche fabulosa! Con Suni Reyes (Comedy Central, HBO Max)

Date and time

Tuesday, June 3 · 7 – 8 pm EDT.
Doors at 6:30 pm
Ages 18+

RSVP HERE
