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Film & Discussion: ‘Celia The Queen’

Celia the Queen, a film produced by Joe Cardona, is a loving look at the amazing life and legacy of a woman whose voice symbolized the soul of a nation and captured the hearts of fans worldwide. Erupting onto the Cuban music scene as the lead singer for La Sonora Matancera, Celia Cruz broke down barriers of racism and sexism. With the powerful weapon of her voice and the warm tolerance of her heart, Celia soon became all things to all people.

The film shows the diversity of the people whose lives she touched, from stars like Quincy Jones, Andy Garcia and Wyclef Jean to ordinary people all over the world who loved not only her music but her incredible spirit.

Immediately following the film, there will be a panel discussion with journalist and reporter Malin Falu; hair stylist Ruth Sanchez; and poet Felipe Luciano. Moderated by writer and salsa historian Aurora Flores.

This is presented in collaboration with the National Black Programming Consortium.

 











When: Wed., Feb. 5, 2014 at 7:00 pm
Where: El Museo del Barrio
1230 Fifth Ave.
212-831-7272
Price: Free, RSVP required
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Celia the Queen, a film produced by Joe Cardona, is a loving look at the amazing life and legacy of a woman whose voice symbolized the soul of a nation and captured the hearts of fans worldwide. Erupting onto the Cuban music scene as the lead singer for La Sonora Matancera, Celia Cruz broke down barriers of racism and sexism. With the powerful weapon of her voice and the warm tolerance of her heart, Celia soon became all things to all people.

The film shows the diversity of the people whose lives she touched, from stars like Quincy Jones, Andy Garcia and Wyclef Jean to ordinary people all over the world who loved not only her music but her incredible spirit.

Immediately following the film, there will be a panel discussion with journalist and reporter Malin Falu; hair stylist Ruth Sanchez; and poet Felipe Luciano. Moderated by writer and salsa historian Aurora Flores.

This is presented in collaboration with the National Black Programming Consortium.

 

Buy tickets/get more info now