Esperanza Arts Center

08/26/2026

Big news: Esperanza Arts Center is one of 80 organizations nationwide selected for New Music USA's 2026 New Music Organization Fund!

This grant means more opportunities for artists to create, perform, and share their stories with our community. We're grateful to be part of a community of new music organizations that together.

Congratulations to our fellow awardees! Visit to learn more.

08/14/2026

From Page to Screen: A Dominican Arts & Film Series.

"From Page to Screen" celebrates Dominican culture

08/11/2026

Our event on Friday is officially SOLD OUT! Gracias, Philadelphia!

08/07/2026

From Page to Screen: A Dominican Arts & Film Series starts on Friday, August 14 at 6:30 p.m. at Esperanza Arts Center.

Join us for an evening of Dominican film screenings, conversations with TAMO EN CINE FILMS, artist talks, local vendors, food, live merengue music, and interactive dance lessons.

Reserve your FREE tickets: https://tinyurl.com/27xwsnkr

Check out the trailers for two of the movies that will be screened:

Una Oruga:
https://youtu.be/1ab5jht9s48?si=IeQSpB2gg7LlSuMZ

El Hijo Pródigo:
https://youtu.be/Owkr0X_JnHA?si=fctTXVi9Wh0S-ZYq

08/06/2026

Tomorrow! Experience an unforgettable evening of music at the AMLA Summer Showcase. Enjoy original student compositions, dynamic Latin percussion performances, and a celebration of the creativity, growth, and achievements of our Summer Music Institute students.

Friday, August 7, 2026
Doors Open: 5:30 PM
Free Performance: 6:00–8:00 PM

Teatro Esperanza, 4261 N. 5th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19140
Register: https://www.amla.org/amla-summer-showcase-2026/

07/31/2026

From Page to Screen: A Dominican Arts & Film Series starts on Friday, August 14 at 6:30 p.m. at Esperanza Arts Center.

Join us for an evening of Dominican film screenings, conversations with TAMO EN CINE FILMS, artist talks, local vendors, food, live merengue music, and interactive dance lessons.

Reserve your free tickets: https://tinyurl.com/27xwsnkr

Esperanza Arts Center (EAC) is the center for Latino arts and culture in the Philadelphia region.

07/29/2026

Experience an unforgettable evening of music at the AMLA Summer Showcase. Enjoy original student compositions, dynamic Latin percussion performances, and a celebration of the creativity, growth, and achievements of our Summer Music Institute students.

Friday, August 7, 2026
Doors Open: 5:30 PM
Free Performance: 6:00–8:00 PM
Teatro Esperanza, 4261 N. 5th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19140
Register: https://www.amla.org/amla-summer-showcase-2026/

07/25/2026

Summer comes alive in the streets of North Philadelphia!

Join us for an unforgettable celebration of art, music, and community featuring LaGuagua47 Orquesta and Blaze Born (AMLA Rock Band), hosted by Rumba 106.1's Johanny Rodriguez.

Bring your family, friends, and neighbors for an evening filled with live music, Latin food vendors, and so much fun.

📅 Saturday, July 25, 2026 | 6:00–9:00 PM
📍 Esperanza Parking Lot (4th & Bristol)

FREE event, open to all ages!

Register here: https://tinyurl.com/yc5dhn5d

Sponsored by: Creative Philadelphia, The Presser Foundation, and Philadelphia Cultural Fund.