Tuesday, December 20, 2016
Thursday, December 15, 2016
Zacarias Ferreira & Maxima Alerta in Concert
Thursday, December 1, 2016
Live On Stage at Pastore Music
As part of Pastore
Music’s commitment to live music, it has initiated “Live on Stage at
Pastore's”, a monthly live music show at its main location at 507 - 32nd
Street, Union City, New Jersey hosted by Lucio Fernandez.
“We are going to feature local groups and up coning talent and occasionally have more established group” according to Jerry Pastore the 3rd generation owner of the store that was established in 1939. Our next event is on Saturday, December 10, 2016 at 3:00 PM at that time we will have live music and a ribbon cutting ceremony that will be attended by dignitaries.
The first “Live on Stage at Pastore's” was kicked off on Wednesday October 19, 2016. The FLYERS, in their 3 night New York City tour in October of 2016, made their first stop at Pastore Music in Union City. Patrick Farinas the group’s leader has had a lifelong relationship with the store pre-dating to his father’s musical roots in Union City in the 1970’s. Jordan and Joe were introduced on this trip and quickly became part of the family. Pastore provided the band with the musical instruments and gear they needed for their shows. The Flyers stuck around for an in-store demo of some of the vintage gear, which gave great inspiration to play the next few nights in the city. The tour concluded at The Bitter End in the village where they played to a packed house of family, friends, fans, and fellow musicians, including Will Lee, Bernard Purdy and Oz Noy. (Photos courtesy of Mouhsine Idrissi Janati)
“We are going to feature local groups and up coning talent and occasionally have more established group” according to Jerry Pastore the 3rd generation owner of the store that was established in 1939. Our next event is on Saturday, December 10, 2016 at 3:00 PM at that time we will have live music and a ribbon cutting ceremony that will be attended by dignitaries.
The first “Live on Stage at Pastore's” was kicked off on Wednesday October 19, 2016. The FLYERS, in their 3 night New York City tour in October of 2016, made their first stop at Pastore Music in Union City. Patrick Farinas the group’s leader has had a lifelong relationship with the store pre-dating to his father’s musical roots in Union City in the 1970’s. Jordan and Joe were introduced on this trip and quickly became part of the family. Pastore provided the band with the musical instruments and gear they needed for their shows. The Flyers stuck around for an in-store demo of some of the vintage gear, which gave great inspiration to play the next few nights in the city. The tour concluded at The Bitter End in the village where they played to a packed house of family, friends, fans, and fellow musicians, including Will Lee, Bernard Purdy and Oz Noy. (Photos courtesy of Mouhsine Idrissi Janati)
Tuesday, November 29, 2016
Wednesday, October 26, 2016
Sunday, October 23, 2016
"Que Viva USA" ("Let's Rock USA")
"Que Viva USA" ("Let's Rock USA")
a new music video by Maxima Alerta
GOD Bless the United States of America!!!
Watch it now: https://youtu.be/YzITURpwpHg
Friday, September 30, 2016
Thursday, September 8, 2016
Classes in the Performing Arts
Registration for FREE classes in the Performing Arts
The Grace Theatre Workshop, Inc. will be having Registrations for its professional theatre training program for children ages eight and up on Mondays through Thursdays from 5:00 to 8:00 PM at Jose Marti Freshman Academy, 1800 Summit Avenue, Union City. Registrations begin on Monday, September 19, 2016.
Unlimited FREE classes in Ballet, Hip Hop, Salsa, Singing, and Acting.
To register, kids must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. All classes are FREE. No special clothing or equipment needed. Registration fee is $30 per student. All of the instructors are professional performers. Open to all residents of Hudson County.
Registraciones para clases GRATIS de teatro
El Teatro Grace anuncia que tentra registraciones para sus clases de teatro de Lunes a Jueves de 5:00 PM a 8:00 PM en la Escuela Jose Marti, 1800 Summit Avenue en Union City. Registraciones comienzan el Lunes, 19 de Septiembre, 2016.
Clases GRATIS en Ballet, Hip Hop, Salsa, Canto, y Actuacion.
Monday, August 8, 2016
Especial Art Exhibit
Admission is free, and refreshments served.
www.UnionCityMuseum.org
Wednesday, July 13, 2016
Wednesday, July 6, 2016
Bahia de Cochinos, Nuestra Perspectiva
Now available on DVD
“Bahia de Cochinos, Nuestra perspectiva"
“Bahia de Cochinos, Nuestra perspectiva" is a documentary film about the Bay of pigs as told through the eyes of Cuban Exiles who actually participated in the invasion. Now, many years later, they contemplate the happenings and share their individual satires and feelings with us. That story comes at a price, a price we ask them if they would be willing to pay again. When all is said and done, are these past invaders resentful? Do they cast any blame? Who lost most in the Bay of Pigs invasion?
Featured in the film is testimony by members of the 2506 Brigade: Ángel Casabona Ruiz, Isidoro López González, Ricardo Montero Duque, Raúl Puig Sánchez, and Alvin Ross Diaz; as well as Sergio Gatria, director of the Cuban Information Center. Their stories are moving and shed light of the infamous Bay of Pigs Invasion. The film is bound to create some serious dialogue about what truly lies behind the events leading up to the invasion and the fallout thereafter.
The film is directed by renowned Cuban director, Ricardo Bacallao and Lucio Fernandez; and produced by MeLu Films and The Grace Theatre Workshop, Inc.; Megan Fernandez, Executive Producer.
(Please note, this film is completely in Spanish.)
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Wednesday, June 29, 2016
Monday, June 27, 2016
Tuesday, June 14, 2016
Vigil for Orlando Victims and Flag-raising Ceremony of the LGBTQ Flag
(Union City, NJ) The City of Union City, Mayor Brian P. Stack and Board of Commissioners invite the community to a Vigil for Orlando Victims and Flag-raising Ceremony of the LGBTQ Flag in honor of LGBTQ Pride Month. The event will take place on Tuesday, June 21, 2016 at 12:00 PM at International Park, 38th Street & Palisade Avenue in Union City, NJ. The Mayor and Commissioners will be present, as well as other guest speakers. This event marks the first time that the City of Union City raises the LGBTQ Flag.
“Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Pride Month (LGBT Pride Month) is currently celebrated each year in the month of June to honor the 1969 Stonewall riots in Manhattan. The Stonewall riots were a tipping point for the Gay Liberation Movement in the United States. In the United States the last Sunday in June was initially celebrated as “Gay Pride Day,” but the actual day was flexible. In major cities across the nation the “day” soon grew to encompass a month-long series of events. Today, celebrations include pride parades, picnics, parties, workshops, symposia and concerts, and LGBT Pride Month events attract millions of participants around the world. Memorials are held during this month for those members of the community who have been lost to hate crimes or HIV/AIDS. The purpose of the commemorative month is to recognize the impact that lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender individuals have had on history locally, nationally, and internationally.”
“In 1994, a coalition of education-based organizations in the United States designated October as LGBT History Month. In 1995, a resolution passed by the General Assembly of the National Education Association included LGBT History Month within a list of commemorative months. LGBT History Month is also celebrated with annual month-long observances of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender history, along with the history of the gay rights and related civil rights movements. National Coming Out Day (October 11), as well as the first “March on Washington” in 1979, are commemorated in the LGBT community during LGBT History Month.”
Saturday, May 21, 2016
Union City's Favorite Band Goes to NYC
Razor Boy Music presents the musical group Maxima Alerta at The Bitter End, located in Greenwich Village, 147 Bleecker Street (between Thompson and LaGuardia) New York City, NY 10012 on Saturday, June 25, 2016 at 9:00 PM. Maxima Alerta is one of the best known bands coming out of Cuba. The band is now based in Hudson County, and have been selling out concerts wherever they play. They are celebrating the release of their new single "Vive la Vida" https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=9YEtBVjltIc. Established in 1961, The Bitter End is the oldest rock and roll club in New York City. The classic red brick stage backdrop and intimate vibe make this historic venue almost as iconic as its headliners. For over 50 years, audiences have been blown away by legendary artists like Stevie Wonder, Bob Dylan, Lady Gaga, Jackson Browne, Neil Diamond, Gavin DeGraw, Woody Allen, Jon Stewart, Randy Newman, Billy Crystal, Tommy James, Norah Jones, Donny Hathaway, Curtis Mayfield, and thousands more.
Audiences can expect to dance all night. This music is for everyone. Maxima Alerta’s sound is fresh and exciting, with a positive happy message. Some of their songs you may recognize, such as “La Figura (“Ay Lola”)” which they recorded with the multi-award winning and internationally renowned group Gente de Zona.
Admission is $10 and can be purchased in advance online by visiting: www.BitterEnd.com (Direct link: http://maximaalerta.bpt.me) This will be a special concert… a night of music and fun for everyone. Come join the party. You’re guaranteed a great time.
“Cuban Music with more Flow” For more information about Maxima Alerta, please visit: www.MaximaAlerta.com
Benefit Event to Support Art Youth Group
The Grace Theatre Workshop, Inc., a not-for-profit youth based organization dedicated to providing free classes in the performing arts to children, will be holding their annual Spring Cocktail Party on Friday, June 10, 2016 at 7:00 PM at the William V. Musto Cultural Center, 420 - 15th Street, Union City, New Jersey. The event will feature live performances, delicious food, dance music, and a great time. The organization will also be presenting Community Service Awards to individuals who have contributed to the betterment of the community as a whole. Please join us on the Red Carpet and wear your best black & white outfit.
Donations for the Spring Benefit are $50.00 per person and can be purchased by visiting: http://www.gracetheatre.com/annualspringbene.html
Now into its sixteenth year, The Grace Theatre provides free classes in Ballet, Jazz, Hip Hop, Tap/Rhythm, Folkloric Dance/Salsa, Flamenco, Singing, and Acting to children from Hudson County as well as free admission to professional performances to the students and their families.
The Grace Theatre Workshop, Inc. has received much critical acclaim for its professional theatrical productions and is the premiere presenter of bilingual and Spanish language theatre in the State of New Jersey.
The Grace Theatre Workshop, Inc. is a not-for-profit 501(c)3 organization, and therefore donations are tax deductible. Any contribution is greatly appreciated. If unable to attend but would like to make a donation, please log on to: http://www.gracetheatre.com/annualspringbene.html
Or mail a check or money order payable to:
The Grace Theatre Workshop
P.O. Box 4412
Union City, NJ 07087
For more information, please visit: www.GraceTheatre.com
Please support the arts and our children.
It will undoubtedly be a wonderful evening.
Monday, May 16, 2016
World Premiere Screening... "Bahia de Cochinos, Nuestra Perspectiva"
Provocative New Film Premieres in Union City
"Bahía de Cochinos, Nuestra Perspectiva"
("Bay of Pigs, Our perspective")
(Union City, NJ) The City of Union City, Mayor Brian P. Stack & Board of Commissioners present the World Premiere screening of the documentary "Bahia de Cochinos, Nuestra perspectiva" on Wednesday, May 25, 2016 at 7:00 PM at the Union City Performing Arts Center, 2500 Kennedy Boulevard, Union City, NJ. Free Admission. Refreshments served. Free parking at the Parking Deck located on 23rd Street between Summit & Kerrigan Avenues. The cast and crew of the film will be present.
"Bahia de Cochinos, Nuestra perspectiva" is a documentary film about the Bay of pigs as told through the eyes of Cuban Exiles who actually participated in the invasion. Now, many years later, they contemplate the happenings and share their individual satires and feelings with us. That story comes at a price, a price we ask them if they would be willing to pay again. When all is said and done, are these past invaders resentful? Do they cast any blame? Who lost most in the Bay of Pigs invasion?
Featured in the film is testimony by members of the 2506 Brigade: Ángel Casabona Ruiz, Isidoro López González, Ricardo Montero Duque, Raúl Puig Sánchez, and Alvin Ross Diaz; as well as Sergio Gatria, director of the Cuban Information Center. Their stories are moving and shed light of the infamous Bay of Pigs Invasion. The film is bound to create some serious dialogue about what truly lies behind the events leading up to the invasion and the fallout thereafter.
The film is directed by renowned Cuban director, Ricardo Bacallao and Lucio Fernandez; and produced by MeLu Films and The Grace Theatre Workshop, Inc.; Megan Fernandez, Executive Producer. The entire film crew was from Hudson County. The producers held a pre-release screening of the film in 2015 to get feedback before completing the project this month.
(Please note: this film is presented in Spanish, but informational materials in English will be handed out prior to the screening; and all discussions will be conducted in both English & Spanish.)
Pelicula Provocativa estrena en Union City
"Bahía de Cochinos, Nuestra Perspectiva"
(Union City, NJ) La Ciudad de Union City, el Alcalde Brian P. Stack y la Junta de Comisionados presentan el estreno mundial del documental "Bahía de Cochinos, Nuestra perspectiva" el Miercoles, 25 de mayo 2016 a las 7:00 PM en el Union City Performing Arts Center, 2500 Kennedy Boulevard, Union City, NJ. La entrada es gratuita. Se servirán refrigerios. Estacionamiento gratis en el parqueadero localizado en la calle 23 entre Avenidas Summit y Kerrigan. El reparto y el equipo de la película estarán presentes.
"Bahía de Cochinos, Nuestra perspectiva" es una película documental sobre la Bahía de Cochinos representada a través de los ojos de exiliados cubanos que participaron en la invasión. Ahora, muchos años después, contemplan los acontecimientos y comparten sus historias y sentimientos individuales. Esa historia tiene un precio, un precio que les preguntamos si estarían dispuestos a pagar de nuevo. Cuando todo está dicho y hecho, ¿están estos últimos invasores resentidos? ¿Le echan la culpa a alguien? ¿Quién perdió más en la invasión de Bahía de Cochinos, los exiliados, los cubanos revolucionarios, o el pueblo de Cuba? Esta es una nueva narración de esta historia, y se recuenta con profunda emoción.
La película cuenta con el testimonio de los miembros de la Brigada 2506: Ángel Casabona, Isidoro López, Ricardo M. Montero, Raúl Puig, y Alvin Ross; así como con Sergio Gatria, director del Cuban Information Center. Sus historias son conmovedoras y arrojan luz sobre la infame invasión de Bahía de Cochinos. La película posiblemente creará un diálogo serio sobre lo que realmente sucedió detrás de los acontecimientos que condujeron a la invasión y sus consecuencias posteriores.
"Bahía de Cochinos, Nuestra perspectiva" está dirigida por el reconocido director cubano, Ricardo Bacallao con Lucio Fernandez; producida por MeLu Films y The Grace Theatre Workshop, Inc.; Megan Fernandez, Productora Ejecutiva.
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