Fairfield Arts & Convention Center

Cinema Fairfield: THE WOMAN KING
2022-11-10 19:00 - 21:30, 2022-11-09 19:00 - 21:30, 2022-11-08 19:00 - 21:30, 2022-11-07 19:00 - 21:30 (America/Chicago) | Fairfield Arts & Convention Center, 200 North Main St, Fairfield, IA, 52556, United States
The Woman King is the remarkable story of the Agojie, the all-female unit of warriors who protected the African Kingdom of Dahomey in the 1800s with skills and a fierceness unlike anything the world has ever seen. Inspired by true events, The Woman King follows the emotionally epic journey of General Nanisca (Oscar®-winner Viola Davis) as she trains the next generation of recruits and readies them for battle against an enemy determined to destroy their way of life. Some things are worth fighting for….

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Empire Wild - Fairfield Concert Association
2022-11-05 19:30 - 21:00
This performance is presented by Fairfield Concert Association and is not part of the Fairfield Arts & Convention Center’s 2022-23 Season. Learn more about Fairfield Concert Association.

Empire Wild is a genre-bending, crossover trio featuring Ken Kubota, Holly Bean, and Mitch Lyon. Ken and Mitch bring all the cello has to offer – bowed, plucked, chopped and more. Holly can be found singing and pushing the piano into any style the group sets their mind on.
The three musicians channel their love for musical exploration into the trio – fusing the sounds of pop, folk, jazz and more into their songwriting and composition. Their debut EP ‘Paper Seasons’ features all original songs, highlighting the trio’s unique sound and instrumentation. Based in NYC, Empire Wild was selected as an Ambassador Prize winner in the 2020 Concert Artists Guild Victor Elmaleh Competition.

Cinema Fairfield: COCO
2022-10-31 19:00 - 21:00
A boy named Miguel dreams of becoming a famous guitar player, despite the misgivings of his close-knit family. When his lofty ambitions cause him to run afoul of a curse, he must journey into the Land of the Dead to seek forgiveness from his ancestors.
Free tickets for kids 15 and under (Must be accompanied by an adult)

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Upcoming movies & showtimes
Invitations to exclusive cinema events
The inside scoop on Fairfield film festivals, film clubs & workshops
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Cinema Fairfield: EVERYTHING EVERYWHERE ALL AT ONCE
2022-10-22 19:00 - 22:00
Directed by Daniel Kwan and Daniel Scheinert, collectively known as Daniels, the film is a hilarious and big-hearted sci-fi action adventure about an exhausted Chinese American woman (Michelle Yeoh) who can’t seem to finish her taxes. Rotten Tomatoes users voted Everything Everywhere All At Once as “A24’s Best Film of All Time”.
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A special pre-show screening of
SMILING DEATH
A 100% local film made here in Fairfield by filmmaker Matthew Lloyd Wilcox featuring Fairfield residents Tray Good, Charles Winter, and Kate Jarmosco.

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Upcoming movies & showtimes
Invitations to exclusive cinema events
The inside scoop on Fairfield film festivals, film clubs & workshops
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Gentri: The Gentlemen Trio
2022-10-21 19:30 - 21:30
GENTRI (short for “The Gentlemen Trio”) is comprised of three incredible tenors: Brad Robins, Casey Elliott, and Bradley Quinn Lever. Led by the award winning composer, arranger, and producer Stephen Nelson, GENTRI has performed all over the United States and across the globe. They have shared the stage with world-renowned talent, including Tony Award-winning powerhouse Kristin Chenoweth, international tenor sensation Alfie Boe, Tony Award-winning vocalist Idina Menzel, and legendary rock bands Journey, Blondie and One Republic.
Frequently appearing in the #1 slot on Billboard charts, the Gents are also known for their award-winning music videos, which have been featured on news outlets around the world including ABC World News, NBC Nightly News and Inside Edition, and have amassed over 200 million views on YouTube and Facebook.
Call the Box Office at (641) 472-ARTS for group rates and youth discounts!

Barhydt Organ Silent Film Series: Phantom of the Opera
2022-10-14 19:30 - 21:00
Lon Chaney’s horror masterwork comes to life once more—just as audiences would have experienced it nearly 100 years ago! Jay Warren’s live organ accompaniment provides all the chills and thrills in this special Prohibition-style Halloween extravaganza.
Come early and enter our ghoulishly Gatsby-glam speakeasy beginning at 6:30! Don your best 1920’s attire and come ready to dance the Charleston while enjoying classic Prohibition-era cocktails and mocktails. Whether your alter ego is a spats-wearing tough or a bold flapper girl, you’ll fit right in as we recreate your authentic 1925 filmgoing experience.
ABOUT JAY WARREN
Chicago’s foremost photoplay organist, Mr. Warren brings all the color, excitement, and glamour of the silent film era back to life with his original scores for the silver screen. As a regularly featured photoplay organist for the Silent Film Society of Chicago, he has accompanied most of the great silent films throughout his forty year career in his famous rousing style. He has been featured annually for the highly regarded Silent Summer Film Festival since its inception in 2000. Jay has appeared 14 times playing the huge E.M. Skinner pipe organ for silent films at the University of Chicago’s famed Rockefeller Memorial Chapel. He also performs film accompaniment on the beautiful Letourneau pipe organ in the Crimi Auditorium of Aurora University. Jay has also made several silent film photoplay appearances on the incredible 5 manual Wurlitzer located at the Sanfilippo Foundation’s Place de la Musique in Barrington, Illinois.
The Barhydt Organ Spotlight Series features master organists and pianists that show our beautiful Barhydt Organ and Steinway grand piano at their finest. Admission to all performances is free! Voluntary donations will be accepted at the door ($10 suggested).

Copper Street Brass - Fairfield Concert Association
2022-10-09 19:30 - 21:00
This performance is presented by Fairfield Concert Association and is not part of the Fairfield Arts & Convention Center’s 2022-23 Season. Learn more about Fairfield Concert Association.

The mission of the CSB is to represent the Evolution of the Brass Quintet. Through inventive concerts, engaging educational programs, and original musical arrangements, they bring a fresh perspective to instrumental music. To express their artistic voice, they use a dazzling fusion of brass, keyboard, guitar, percussion, and electronic instruments to appeal to a universal audience and go beyond ordinary. This is why the Copper Street Brass matters: they de-compartmentalize music through bold and innovative programming that breaks free from your favorite playlist or expected concert experience. They present an unparalleled variety of music on every single performance, and this variety has become the calling card of the Copper Street Brass.

Meet the Copper Street Brass from Copper Street Brass on Vimeo.

Southeast Iowa Blues Society Presents: Danielle Nicole Band
2022-10-08 19:30 - 22:00
Presented by Southeast Iowa Blues Society — not eligible for FACC pass or package sales.

With special guest opener Matt Woods!
Danielle Nicole
“That girl gets down to the nitty gritty.” ~ Koko Taylor
Danielle Nicole Schnebelen began music from the moment she was born. Musical influences from generations on both sides of her parent’s families ensured that a love of playing music would continue to be passed among her and her siblings.
Fans love her for her raw yet controlled vocals and her gutsy lyrics, which act like a sucker punch on the often male-dominated blues scene. Critics love her for her obvious skill, honed to a fine point and often garnering her critical acclaim and national awards.
Nicole’s distinctive, inventive bass work—which resulted in her not only becoming the first woman to ever be nominated in the category of Instrumentalist – Bass in The Blues Foundation’s 2012 Blues Music Awards, but also the first woman ever to receive the honor—is the product of years of intensive roadwork.

As a founding member of the “Heavy Blues” sibling band Trampled Under Foot, she and her brothers took top honors at the International Blues Challenge in the US, propelling them into Canada, Scandinavia, Europe, UK and was featured on several Legendary Rhythm & Blues Cruises. In 2015 Nicole set out on her own with the release of “Wolf Den” recorded in New Orleans with Anders Osborne.
Nicole’s 2017 release of “Cry No More” ushered in not only a heavier sound and style differentiating Nicole’s already broadening voice and writing, but also accrued a slew of accolades including a 2019 Grammy Nomination for Contemporary Blues Album. She has now added 5 Blues Music Awards and 3 Independent Blue Music Awards to her trophy case.
7:00 PM – Doors Open
7:30 PM – Matt Woods
8:30 PM – Danielle Nicole Band
Matt Woods
Matt Woods is both a native of Iowa, and a longstanding purveyor of its diverse music scene. As a seasoned performer of many local, regional and national venues, Matt has developed a distinct style while staying true to his love of traditional American music. Woods is well versed in the many shapes this music can take; from traditional delta, hill country and urban electric blues, to gospel, country and folk music.

Hank and My Honky Tonk Heroes: The Life & Music of Hank Williams
2022-09-29 19:30 - 21:30
Hank Williams is known the world over as one of the most influential singer-songwriters ever. Now, acclaimed performer Jason Petty, along with his four piece band, is bringing the authentic and insightful story of Hank Williams Sr. to life in “Hank and My Honky Tonk Heroes.”
In Hank and My Honky Tonk Heroes, Petty gives audiences a personal look at Williams growing up, how he became famous, who influenced the legendary singer-songwriter and performers today who are influenced by Williams. Audiences and critics alike are wowed by Petty’s amazing acting ability in his portrayal of Hank Williams, which earned Petty an Obie Award for Outstanding Actor.
Backed by a four-piece band, just like Williams originally performed, the show is chock full of Hank’s hits from ‘Your Cheatin’ Heart’ and ‘I’m So Lonesome I Could Cry,’ to ‘Hey Good Lookin’ and ‘Lovesick Blues.’
Call the Box Office at (641) 472-ARTS for group rates and youth discounts!

Community Singalong with Chris Busch, Andy Mackenzie, and Doug Daller
2022-09-28 19:30 - 21:00
Bring your pipes to the Sondheim Theater for a very special singalong hosted by Chris Busch, Andy Mackenzie, and Doug Daller!
Your hosts will guide you through “A Night on Broadway” featuring showtune favorites from My Fair Lady, The Music Man, Camelot, Oklahoma and many more.
This event is free to the public. Goodwill donations are welcomed to support the center.

Melissa Errico presents Sondheim Sublime
2022-09-15 19:30 - 21:30
“The Maria Callas of American musical theater,” Melissa Errico is an actress, singer, and author. First known for her starring roles on Broadway, she has since become a concert, cabaret and recording artist as well; her 2018 album Sondheim Sublime was called by The Wall Street Journal “The best all-Sondheim album ever recorded.”
Errico’s history with Sondheim began when he selected her to star as Dot in Sunday In The Park With George at The Kennedy Center, and then she starred in acclaimed New York productions as Clara in Passion and Leona in Do I Hear A Waltz? Filled with classics and curios from Into the Woods, Follies, Sweeney Todd, Anyone Can Whistle, Company, A Little Night Music and other favorites, Sondheim Sublime is a concert no Sondheim or Broadway fan should miss!
For group rates and youth discounts, call the Box Office at (641) 472-ARTS.

The Great DuBois
2022-09-09 19:30 - 21:30
THE GREAT DUBOIS: MASTERS OF VARIETY!

A fast-paced, high energy circus show for all ages, showcasing incredible feats of juggling, hula hoops, unicycle, aerial, circus stunts, contortion, magic and audience interaction all wrapped up in a blanket of comedy. Simply put, it’s the most unique 2-person circus you will ever see!
Recently featured in Hugh Jackman’s hit movie, “The Greatest Showman”, The Great DuBois have amassed an impressive list of credits, including appearances in the Tony Award winning “Pippin” on Broadway, “The Tonight Show with Jay Leno,” “Late Night with David Letterman,” Britney Spears World Circus Tour, and the movie “Burlesque” to highlight just a few.
The award-winning combination of Michael DuBois and Viktoria Grimmy have five generations of circus performing between them, and have wowed crowds all over the world.
Call the Box Office at (641) 472-ARTS for $10 youth tickets!
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Cinema Fairfield: The Return of the King
2022-09-03 19:00 - 22:30
With anticipation for the premiere of the new series The Rings of Power, we’re screening The Lord of the Rings trilogy for our September “Movies of the Month”

In addition to the films, check out these epic opportunities!
D&D/LOTR CHARACTER CREATION CONTEST

Create a Middle Earth inspired character to be used in a Dungeons & Dragons campaign!
Winners will receive gifts cards, movie tickets, and a professional artist rendering of their characters – to be featured on the big screen before each show.
Print and deliver to Wanderer’s Haul or email character sheet PDF to Wanderershaulllc@gmail.com.
The submission deadline is Aug 27th

TRIVIA NIGHTS

Test your Middle Earth and fantasy film knowledge
5:00 PM at Wanderer’s Haul each night before the evening screenings
Winners will receive gifts cards and movie passes.

About LOTR: The Return of the King:
The culmination of nearly 10 years’ work and conclusion to Peter Jackson’s epic trilogy based on the timeless J.R.R. Tolkien classic, “The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King” presents the final confrontation between the forces of good and evil fighting for control of the future of Middle-earth. Hobbits Frodo and Sam reach Mordor in their quest to destroy the `one ring’, while Aragorn leads the forces of good against Sauron’s evil army at the stone city of Minas Tirith.

Cinema Fairfield: The Two Towers
2022-09-02 19:00 - 22:00
With anticipation for the premiere of the new series The Rings of Power, we’re screening The Lord of the Rings trilogy for our September “Movies of the Month”

In addition to the films, check out these epic opportunities!
D&D/LOTR CHARACTER CREATION CONTEST

Create a Middle Earth inspired character to be used in a Dungeons & Dragons campaign!
Winners will receive gifts cards, movie tickets, and a professional artist rendering of their characters – to be featured on the big screen before each show.
Print and deliver to Wanderer’s Haul or email character sheet PDF to Wanderershaulllc@gmail.com.
The submission deadline is Aug 27th

TRIVIA NIGHTS

Test your Middle Earth and fantasy film knowledge
5:00 PM at Wanderer’s Haul each night before the evening screenings
Winners will receive gifts cards and movie passes.

About LOTR: The Two Towers:
The sequel to the Golden Globe-nominated and AFI Award-winning “The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring,” “The Two Towers” follows the continuing quest of Frodo (Elijah Wood) and the Fellowship to destroy the One Ring. Frodo and Sam (Sean Astin) discover they are being followed by the mysterious Gollum. Aragorn (Viggo Mortensen), the Elf archer Legolas and Gimli the Dwarf encounter the besieged Rohan kingdom, whose once great King Theoden has fallen under Saruman’s deadly spell.

Cinema Fairfield: The Fellowship of the Ring
2022-09-01 19:00 - 22:00
With anticipation for the premiere of the new series The Rings of Power, we’re screening The Lord of the Rings trilogy for our September “Movies of the Month.”

In addition to the films, check out these epic opportunities!
D&D/LOTR CHARACTER CREATION CONTEST

Create a Middle Earth inspired character to be used in a Dungeons & Dragons campaign!
Winners will receive gifts cards, movie tickets, and a professional artist rendering of their characters – to be featured on the big screen before each show.
Print and deliver to Wanderer’s Haul or email character sheet PDF to Wanderershaulllc@gmail.com.
The submission deadline is Aug 27th

TRIVIA NIGHTS

Test your Middle Earth and fantasy film knowledge
5:00 PM at Wanderer’s Haul each night before the evening screenings
Winners will receive gifts cards and movie passes.

About The Fellowship of the Ring:
The future of civilization rests in the fate of the One Ring, which has been lost for centuries. Powerful forces are unrelenting in their search for it. But fate has placed it in the hands of a young Hobbit named Frodo Baggins (Elijah Wood), who inherits the Ring and steps into legend. A daunting task lies ahead for Frodo when he becomes the Ringbearer – to destroy the One Ring in the fires of Mount Doom where it was forged.

Cinema Fairfield: The Fifth Element
2022-08-20 19:30 - 22:00, 2022-08-20 14:30 - 17:00
IT MU5T BE FOUND…
In August, we celebrate the 25th anniversary of the release of THE FIFTH ELEMENT with two screenings on Saturday, August 20th at 2:30 and 7:30 PM.

Join the party! Bring a friend and come dressed as your favorite Fifth Element character for BOGO tickets!
At 5:00 PM, compete for prizes in the Race to the Stones Scavenger Hunt! With only one hour to save the world, you and your friends must decode the glyphs and follow the clues to the locations of all 5 Elemental Stones, hidden in various downtown businesses. Win prizes for accuracy and speed!
After the Race to the Stones Scavenger Hunt, stay and enjoy signature cocktails and N/A elixirs on the Fhloston Paradise before the second showing at 7:30!

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About the Movie:
From its opening scenes in 1914 Egypt to its towering views of 23rd Century New York City, and its mind-expanding journey to the faraway world of Fhloston Paradise, “The Fifth Element” follows cab driver Korben Dallas (Bruce Willis) as he discovers that the fate of the world is contained within the mysterious Leeloo (Milla Jovovich), who literally drops from the sky and into his life. To save humanity, he must protect her from the evil industrialist Zorg (Gary Oldman), who is embroiled in an intergalactic war between the Mondoshawans and the Mangalores.
The spectacular odyssey across space and time also stars Ian Holm as the mysterious Vito Cornelius, Chris Tucker as hyperactive radio host Ruby Rhod, and Luke Perry as Billy Masterson. The story was conceived by Besson when he was just 16. “The Fifth Element” became a passion project and took more than 20 years to bring to the screen. “The Fifth Element” was nominated for eight César Awards, France’s top cinematic honor, and received three awards, including Best Director, Best Cinematography and Best Production Design (from Fathom Events).

Dandelion Stompers
2022-08-18 19:00 - 21:00
Back after last year’s success, the 2022 FREE Summer Outdoor Concert Series returns this June! Catch awesome Midwest-based bands every other Thursday night at 7 pm all summer long on the Iowa State Bank Stage. Gather your lawn chairs and come out to 200 N. Main Street to enjoy great music in great company!
The Dandelion Stompers bring you New Orleans jazz with all the trimmings. Start with a grade-A rhythm section, add a savory selection of horns, round out the mixture with hot and spicy vocals and you’ve got a recipe for Dandelion gumbo!

Cinema Fairfield: Encanto
2022-08-13 19:30 - 22:00, 2022-08-13 14:30 - 17:00
Bring your friends and family in early for a special sing along party before each show!
Fairfield Arts and Convention Center is continuing “Movies of the Month.” Every month, on select Saturdays, we’ll host two movies in the Stephen Sondheim Center for Performing Arts. The month of August kicks off with Encanto. Tickets are just $3.00! There will be two screenings, a matinee at 2:30 and an evening show at 7:30PM.
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Walt Disney Animation Studios’ “Encanto” tells the tale of an extraordinary family, the Madrigals, who live hidden in the mountains of Colombia, in a magical house, in a vibrant town, in a wondrous, charmed place called an Encanto. The magic of the Encanto has blessed every child in the family with a unique gift from super strength to the power to heal—every child except one, Mirabel (voice of Stephanie Beatriz). But when she discovers that the magic surrounding the Encanto is in danger, Mirabel decides that she, the only ordinary Madrigal, might just be her exceptional family’s last hope. The film features all-new songs by Emmy®, GRAMMY® and Tony Award® winner Lin-Manuel Miranda (“Hamilton,” “Moana”)

Diplomats of Solid Sound
2022-08-04 19:00 - 21:00
Back after last year’s success, the 2022 FREE Summer Outdoor Concert Series returns this June! Catch awesome Midwest-based bands every other Thursday night at 7 pm all summer long on the Iowa State Bank Stage. Gather your lawn chairs and come out to 200 N. Main Street to enjoy great music in great company!
Diplomats of Solid Sound is an American band and song writing powerhouse. Their mixture of old school funk, soul, and Americana has appeared in dozens of hit TV shows and movies throughout their 20+ year career. With more than 50 million streams, the Diplomats have a dedicated following in Europe and North America.

The Reunion Beatles - Get Back
2022-07-27 19:00 - 21:00
John, Paul, George & Ringo “Get Back” for a magical night of music and memories. The best of The Beatles and their super solo hits too! Don’t miss this Magical Musical Tour!
BUY TICKETS HERE – $30
In 1969, The Beatles released their landmark LP, “Abbey Road” It was the Summer soundtrack and a microcosm for a generation who tried to offset the chaotic times with a Beatles supplied mantra; “Come Together.” Sadly, it would be the final album recorded by the group. The Beatles called it quits in 1970.
Now, 50 years later, The Beatles are back together. Never mind that two of their members are no longer alive. The Reunion Beatles – Fantasy Tribute is the rock and roll reunion of all time. The concert that never was. In this show, John, Paul George & Ringo are back together and celebrating with a concert that features all of their most memorable songs and their solo hits too.
The Reunion Beatles have performed for delighted audiences of all ages around the world. Lauded for their musicianship and ability to “channel” the four individuals who made such a massive impact in the 60’s and ever since. Got Live’s President, Wayne Coy believes that the concept was long overdue, “as a huge Beatles fan myself, I just felt there had to be another way to pay tribute to them beyond the same old re-creation of the 60’s that have been touring since Beatlemania was on Broadway in 1977. No knock on them, many of them are fantastic. This show is decidedly different. Yes, John & George have passed on. But, what if they hadn’t? Would The Beatles have gotten back together again? And if they did, what would that concert have been like? This production answers that question. It is the concert we believe they would have done, filled with stories, laughter and of course, those incredible, timeless songs that are so well loved.”

Way Down Wanderers
2022-07-21 19:00 - 21:00
Back after last year’s success, the 2022 FREE Summer Outdoor Concert Series returns this June! Catch awesome Midwest-based bands every other Thursday night at 7 pm all summer long. Gather your lawn chairs and all the people you like and come out to 200 N. Main Street to enjoy great music in great company!
The Way Down Wanderers sing like angels but write songs with guts that are unmistakably earthbound: a soon-to-be dad, excited but scared, fighting for self-growth; someone recovering from alcohol dependency, devoted to healing but with a confession to make—there are no fairytales here. And yet, the music begs an unapologetically Pollyanna question, like a big-hearted dare: Can a song help save you?
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James Tutson and The Rollback
2022-07-07 19:00 - 21:00
Back after last year’s success, the 2022 FREE Summer Outdoor Concert Series returns this June! Catch awesome Midwest-based bands every other Thursday night at 7 pm all summer long. Gather your lawn chairs and all the people you like and come out to 200 N. Main Street to enjoy great music in great company!
Iowa Public Radio’s “Artist of the Month” in February 2022, James Tutson & The Rollback are a modern rhythm and blues/soul band from Iowa City. Critics have termed their seamless blend of old school R&B, southern gospel, and gorgeous vocals “roughed up soul” — and audiences are responding in a big way, propelling James and the band to a third studio album to be released Spring 2022.

The Good Dinosaur
2022-07-02 19:30 - 21:30, 2022-07-02 14:30 - 16:30
The Fairfield Arts and Convention Center is excited to announce the start of our “Movies of the Month”. Every month, on select Saturdays, we’ll host two movies in the Stephen Sondheim Center for Performing Arts. The month of July kicks off with The Good Dinosaur. Tickets are just $1.00! There will be two screenings, a matinee at 2:30 and an evening engagement at 7:30PM.
The Good Dinosaur is a hilarious and heartwarming adventure about the power of confronting and overcoming your fears. In this epic journey into the world of dinosaurs, an Apatosaurus named Arlo makes an unlikely human friend. Together they venture through a harsh and mysterious landscape and learn the power of confronting their fears and discover what they are truly capable of.
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Tropicante
2022-06-23 19:00 - 21:00
Back after last year’s success, the 2022 FREE Summer Outdoor Concert Series returns in June! Catch awesome local and Midwest-based bands every other Thursday night at 7 pm all summer long. Gather your lawn chairs and all the people you like and come out to 200 N. Main Street to enjoy great music in great company!
Tropicante’s performance is synonymous with rhythm and dance! This group, headed by Panamanian Edgar East and Colombian Karin Stein, celebrates the dance music of Latin America and the Caribbean, much of it rooted in the myriad of rhythms originally brought to the Americas by African slaves.
​Get ready to be energized by the sound of popular Latin beats, which will have you dancing and clapping to the Colombian cumbia,the Dominican merengue, the Brazilian samba, and more. Tropicante performs nationally and internationally, making toes tap and hips swing to the wonderful diversity of Latin dance rhythms.
Party Latin American style with TROPICANTE!
