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Musicians

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Sebastián Duarte

(Vocals, Chile)

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Nicolás Sansiviero

(Guitars, Argentina)

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José “Pepe” Andrade

(Drums/ percussion, Ecuador)

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Angel Campos

(Synth music sequences, Ecuador)

 

 

Synopsis

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In the spring of a year 0, a group of Latino immigrants arrive in New York City in search of a new beginning. Although their backgrounds and personal stories differ, they are united by language, culture, and the pursuit of their dreams. Nicolás, Alejandra, Juan, Lisa, Isabel, Carlos, Luis, Santiago, Pedro, and Leonora cross a bridge to a new life, facing challenges that test their strength and resilience.  

 

 

Dance Scenes

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1.Primavera 0/ Puente (Live Cover)

Full Cast

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Arriving in New York to begin a new chapter in pursuit of the American Dream.

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2. Aquí y Ahora (G. Cerati)

Walter Battistini, Kara Virzera, Ariana Vélez, Yesi Alfaro Moreno.

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The relentless pace of New York City drags everyone along, including Latino immigrants, making them forget to live in the present, where life happens.  

  

3. El Mareo (Bajofondo & G. Cerati)

Estefano Gil, Karina Terán, Kevin Ortiz, Michele Moreno, Michael Requena, Olivia Duffy.

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Juan, Alejandra, Carlos, Isabel, Santiago, and Olivia find connection amidst adversity, expressing passion, nostalgia, and anguish about the uncertainty of the future. 

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4. Lisa/ Adios (Acoustic Live Cover)

Jilian Pizzi.

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Lisa has left behind her first great love in Uruguay, hoping that distance in New York would help her move on, but the memories haunt her with a sadness she cannot seem to escape.

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5. En la Ciudad de la Furia (Cover by Elena Roger)

Karina Terán, Estefano Gil, Omar Rodríguez

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Chasing her artistic dreams, Isabel left her small South American city for NYC.  She is ready to use her charm and talent to persuade those with the power to help her rise to the top.          

                      

6. Un Millón de Años Luz (G. Cerati)

Michele Moreno, Kevin Ortiz.

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Juan and Alejandra are a married couple who left Venezuela due to the crisis. Alejandra struggles to adapt and plans to return home. Juan must decide to stay and embrace the new opportunities here or return to save his marriage.

 

7. Te Para Tres (Cover by Nicole)

Kara Virzera, Olivia Duffy, Omar Rodríguez.

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Since emigrating from Argentina, Leonora feels lonely and tries to fill the void with Luis, who is married to Alison and shares a traditional relationship with her. Trapped in an unfulfilled three-way dynamic, Leonora sees no hopeful future.

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8. Cuando pase el Temblor (Cover by Los Abuelos de la Salsa)

Estefano Gil, Kevin Ortiz, Michael Requena, Karina Terán, Michele Moreno, Jilian Pizzi. 

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 Latino immigrants form a close-knit community. Despite challenges, their optimism keeps them going, and at a Latin celebration, they embrace the joy of the present. 

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9. Zona de Promesas/ Cactus (G. Cerati & Mercedes Sosa) 

Walter Battistini

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Nicolás left Argentina for better opportunities, driven by the love for his mother and a desire to provide for her. He struggles, especially with legal status, but her words remind him that his strength and patience will pay off. 

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10. Lago en el Cielo/ Vivo (Cover by Ságan/ G. Cerati)

Kara Virzera, Michael Requena.

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Fleeing violence, Santiago seeks asylum in the U.S. , but past traumas haunt him. Meeting Leonora changes everything. Despite barriers, their deep love rekindles his sense of life and the power of true love.               ​​                                                                                                 

11. De Música Ligera (Live Cover)

Full Cast.

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Despite their struggles, Latinos celebrate life through their culture, tradition, and joy, uniting as a family. Their music gives them an identity and inspires optimism for a better future.

 

 

On September 4, 2014, while living in Buenos Aires, I joined thousands at the Legislature building to bid farewell to the great Gustavo Cerati, who had passed away that day after four years in a coma from a stroke he suffered following a concert in Caracas on May 15, 2010. It was a moment of shared grief and gratitude for his eternal music that unites millions of Latin Americans. Since that day, this project has been a dream fueled by love and dedication, and it became the centerpiece of my MFA thesis in Dance at Hunter College. I am deeply thankful to everyone who joined me on this journey, especially my dear friends, who not only participated in this work but have also been constant sources of inspiration and support. To my incredible community of dancers, both Latino and non‑Latino—some of you have stood by me since I moved to NYC and continue to stand by me today—algunos de ustedes siguen hasta hoy, GRACIAS TOTALES!

 

Karina Terán, born in Guayaquil, Ecuador, trained in classical ballet at the Instituto Nacional de Danza Raymond Mauge and earned a B.A. in dance. Professionally, she danced in Ecuador for the Ballet of Teatro Centro de Arte and Danzas Jazz Theater Company. Ballet de Cámara at Teatro Municipal in Santiago, in Chile. In the United States, she danced with the Boston Flamenco Ballet, South Florida Ballet Theater, The Florida Grand Opera, Staten Island Ballet, Carnival Cruise Lines, BalaSole Dance Company, Ballet for Young Audiences, and Neglia Ballet Artists, as well as production companies in the entertainment industry. Karina holds a B.S. in Mass Communications and teaching certifications from ABT and Bolshoi Ballet Academy. She founded the Vortex international dance convention in South America and is currently on faculty at Broadway Dance Center and Hunter College.