MUSE/IQUE | Like it Like Harlem | Center Theatre Group

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Presale: January 30, 2025

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On sale: February 6, 2025

MUSICAL EXPERIENCE AT THE MARK TAPER FORUM, IN PARTNERSHIP WITH MUSE/IQUE.

The story of East Harlem is the story of how American music is made.

It's where mambo, salsa, and boogaloo converged to give rise to iconic hits like “I Like It Like That,” "Oye Cómo Va," and "Boogaloo Blues.” It’s where cultures came together and artists who challenged the musical status quo found pride, passion, and possibility on every block.

When Puerto Rican and Cuban immigrants arrived in New York City in the mid-20th century, they ushered in a new era of cultural renaissance in the neighborhood that became popularly known as “Spanish Harlem,” but is also known to many simply as “El Barrio”—the neighborhood.

In this performance, MUSE/IQUE celebrates the power of community to inspire bold, authentic expression, and we pay tribute to legendary artists like Tito Puente, Celia Cruz, Johnny Pacheco, Pete Rodriguez, and more.

CTG:FWD

Like it Like Harlem is part of CTG:FWD. Created by Brindell & Milton Gottlieb Artistic Director Snehal Desai, CTG:FWD is a series of special events and programming at the Mark Taper Forum, the Kirk Douglas Theatre, and throughout the greater Los Angeles area.

Spring 2025 CTG:FWD programming at the Mark Taper Forum is made possible through the generous support of the S. Mark Taper Foundation. Additional funding is provided by gifts to the Artistic Director Discretionary Fund.

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About MUSE/IQUE

MUSE/IQUE is a member-supported, nonprofit performing arts organization making radically engaging live music experiences accessible for all. Built on a tradition of community and collaboration, we create events that feature an eclectic mix of artists and artistic disciplines in unconventional locations—spaces where art typically does not happen. MUSE/IQUE creates transformative musical adventures and illuminates the music that shapes our lives. By reimagining the traditional format of the live classical orchestral experience, Artistic Director Rachael Worby seamlessly blends musical performances with researched curation. Our mission is to build empathy and expand imaginations through transformative live events and strong partnerships with fellow nonprofit organizations in Pasadena and the greater Los Angeles area.

Show Details

MUSE/IQUE Presents
LIKE IT LIKE HARLEM
Salsa, Boogaloo, and the Making of a New Musical Playground in New York City
Presented as part of CTG:FWD

Our ACCESS program is committed to accessibility for all audiences. We offer a number of services to accommodate persons requiring mobility, vision, and hearing access.

One Saturday matinee for every mainstage Center Theatre Group production is designated as an ACCESS performance. These performances are designed for patrons who are deaf, hard of hearing, blind, and/or have low vision. ACCESS performances at the Ahmanson Theatre, Mark Taper Forum, and Kirk Douglas Theatre all offer American Sign Language interpretation and Audio Description.

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The Ahmanson Theatre is located at 135 N. Grand Ave., Los Angeles CA 90012.

Please expect to pay cash when you arrive. Self-Parking is available in The Music Center Garage for $10 at the Grand Ave entrance. Valet parking is available for $23 at The Music Center’s Hope Street entrance. Accessible Parking is available at both The Music Center Garage and valet parking. The charge at both locations is $10. To arrange mobility services from The Music Center garage to the Ahmanson Theatre or Mark Taper Forum, please contact The Music Center Access Disability Line at 213.972.0777.

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