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Aquí y Ahora: A Dance Tribute to Gustavo Cerati (2025)

“Aquí y Ahora, A Dance Tribute to Gustavo Cerati and the Expression of Hispanic Immigrant Identity in New York City”

Aquí y Ahora is an ambitious, interdisciplinary stage production that pays tribute to the legendary Argentine musician Gustavo Cerati through the language of dance and live music. This work blends ballet, flamenco, jazz, Latin-contemporary, and musical theater into a vibrant performance that celebrates both artistry and cultural identity.

At its core, the production is a staged research project that delves into Latino cultural expression within immigrant communities in New York City. Through movement, music, and storytelling, Aquí y Ahora explores themes of identity, memory, belonging, and heritage, giving voice to the complexities of cultural adaptation and preservation.

The show moves fluidly between the elegance of classical technique and the passion of folkloric rhythms, creating a dynamic conversation between past and present, tradition and innovation. With its fusion of styles and its live musical accompaniment, Aquí y Ahora offers audiences not only a celebration of Gustavo Cerati’s legacy, but also a powerful reflection on what it means to live “here and now” as part of the Latino diaspora.