Tweens and Teens Programs
Hola! Tweens and Teens are in that wonderful age of exploring the world on their terms, comparing it, and fantasizing about other worlds past or beyond. The following shows cater to the thirst for mythological and ghostly adventures where young folks and old deities shaped the world.
Middle and High School
From Xibalba to the Moon:
Mayan tales that never age
The Maya people tell some of the most intriguing and venturesome tales. Stories about brothers visiting the underworld, the moon falling from the sky, and a monster with diamond teeth are just a tiny sample of the vast Mayan collection. Come to learn and enjoy these fascinating tales.
The Hungry Goddess and the Last King
The Aztecs were one of the most developed cultures the conquistadors encountered. In their time, the Aztecs considered themselves inheritors of the great Toltec culture. During their brief reign in Mesoamerica, the Aztecs conquered and expanded their power.
In this show, the audience learns how fascinating Aztec history was and continues to be. The performance weaves three tales: the story of a Hungry Goddess, the legend of how the Chichimec (a nomadic group) consolidated the Aztec empire, and the historical narrative of an Aztec political conspiracy against the Zapotecs.
Listen to the story of the Last King:
Spooky Latin America
Occasionally, people have spoken of eerie apparitions that have frightened even the most cautious traveler. Meet a one-leg woman that haunts men, a dog that appears with an ominous warning, and a gaucho (Argentine cowboy) looking for someone to take his place. These ghost stories from the Rio Grande down to La Patagonia still scare those who listen.
Listen to the story of a dog that sees what you cannot see:
Día de los Muertos:
The Day of the Dead Celebration
Generations of Mexicans have trusted that their ancestors come back to partake with their living family every year. The best way to welcome the ancestors who visit us yearly is to provide food, flowers, and presents.
But what happens when we forget our ancestors? Occasionally, with a good fright, un buen susto, they find a way to remind us that they are still around! In this show, we remember the stories and learn the importance of the traditions surrounding The Day of The Dead.
Listen to a story:
