Targeted primarily for elementary-age youngsters, it promises to be colorful, energetic and educational, and will offer striking examples of Latin American culture, dance and music. The 50-minute performances are scheduled to begin at 10 a.m. and noon. Costas joined OCC's dance faculty last summer. We're expecting this program to have a profound impact on elementary school audiences. Schools and members of the public are invited to attend the Moore Theatre concerts.
Admission is free, but reservations are required.
A native of Puerto Rico, Costas spent nine years as principal dancer with Ballet Hispanico of New York, working under founder and artistic director, Tina Ramirez. Ballet Hispanico has been widely recognized as the foremost dance interpreter of Hispanic culture in the United States. Though he retired from Ballet Hispanico five years ago, Costas maintains close ties with the ensemble. The New York company recently performed in Los Angeles, and received rave reviews from critics. They're still my company, and Tina is my mentor.