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About the Festival

Cuba Sings and Blossoms (Cuba Canta y Florece)

The project, initiated in Santiago, Chile in 2021 by colleagues Carlos A. Torres and Ernesto J. Espinoza, is motivated by the unjust economic, commercial, and financial blockade imposed by the United States on Cuba for over 60 years. This blockade is a coercive measure against the Cuban people. Various forms of struggle and countless voices from across the globe have spoken out against it. In this case, a group of artists from different nationalities united and were armed with guitars, violins, saxophones, flutes, brushes, and poetry. We aim for culture to be the sword and shield to defend the Cuban nation. Through art and the collective voice of the people, representing humanity's voice, we endeavor for our message to be heard once again.

Who supports this cultural initiative?

We are working closely with ANDTHENYOU Inc., established in 2022 as a groovy, safe, fun, and inclusive dancing space/lounge dedicated to hosting high-quality musical artists, dance parties, and local cultural events. It was founded by the multidisciplinary/creative collective ANDTHENYOUDIE. This collective is composed of people of Colour, allies of POC, creatives, and artists who seek to share their lived experiences through the power of art.