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🎨 Applications are open for Youth Insights (YI) Artists at the Whitney Museum! / ¡Convocatoria abierta!The Whitney Museu...
08/24/2026

🎨 Applications are open for Youth Insights (YI) Artists at the Whitney Museum! / ¡Convocatoria abierta!

The Whitney Museum of American Art is accepting applications for Youth Insights (YI) Artists, a free semester-long after-school program for NYC high school students in grades 9–12.

Participants will work with contemporary artists and museum educators, explore different artmaking techniques, discuss current issues, meet other creative teens, and create original artwork that will be presented in a final exhibition at the Whitney Museum.

📅 September–December 2026
🕓 Wednesdays or Thursdays | 4:00–6:30 PM
🎓 NYC students, grades 9–12
🎨 No previous art experience required
đź’˛ Free
⏰ Application deadline: August 27, 2026

IMPORTANT: When completing your application, make sure to mention the Mexican Cultural Institute of New York (MCINY).

đź“© Questions? Contact: [email protected]

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El Whitney Museum of American Art abre su convocatoria para Youth Insights (YI) Artists, un programa extracurricular gratuito de un semestre para estudiantes de secundaria de la ciudad de Nueva York, de 9.Âş a 12.Âş grado.

Los participantes trabajarán con artistas contemporáneos y educadores del museo, aprenderán distintas técnicas artísticas, conversarán sobre temas de actualidad, conocerán a otros jóvenes creativos y crearán una obra original que será presentada en una exhibición final en el Whitney Museum.

📅 Septiembre–diciembre de 2026
🕓 Miércoles o jueves | 4:00–6:30 p. m.
🎓 Estudiantes de NYC, grados 9.º–12.º
🎨 No se requiere experiencia artística previa
đź’˛ Gratuito
⏰ Fecha límite: 27 de agosto de 2026

IMPORTANTE: Al completar su solicitud, asegĂşrense de mencionar al Mexican Cultural Institute of New York (MCINY).

đź“© ÂżPreguntas? Escribe a: [email protected]

OLMO is a heartfelt coming-of-age story about family, responsibility, and the difficult choices that shape us. Set in 19...
08/04/2026

OLMO is a heartfelt coming-of-age story about family, responsibility, and the difficult choices that shape us. Set in 1979 New Mexico, the film follows 14-year-old Olmo as he struggles to balance caring for his bedridden father with the desire to experience the carefree moments of adolescence. When an invitation to a party offers him a chance to escape, Olmo embarks on a journey that ultimately reveals the true meaning of family.

🎬 Join us for a special screening at The Quad on August 7 or August 8 at 7:00 p.m., followed by a Q&A with actor Andrea Suárez Paz.

🎟️ Enter the ticket raffle through the link in our stories for a chance to attend! When completing your entry, be sure to select “Cinema Tropical” in the “How did you find out about this raffle?” field.

OLMO es una conmovedora historia sobre la adolescencia, la familia y las responsabilidades que nos transforman. Ambientada en Nuevo México en 1979, la película sigue a Olmo, un joven de 14 años que debe cuidar de su padre enfermo mientras anhela vivir la libertad propia de su edad. Cuando una invitación a una fiesta le ofrece la posibilidad de escapar, Olmo emprende un viaje que le hará descubrir el verdadero significado de la familia.

🎬 Acompáñanos a una función especial en The Quad el 7 o 8 de agosto a las 7:00 p.m., seguida de una sesión de preguntas y respuestas con el actor Andrea Suárez Paz.

🎟️ ¡Participa en la rifa de boletos a través del enlace en nuestras historias para tener la oportunidad de asistir! Al completar tu registro, selecciona “Cinema Tropical” en el campo “How did you find out about this raffle?”

The Greenpoint Film Festival returns for its 15th anniversary from August 5–9 in Brooklyn, celebrating bold independent ...
08/03/2026

The Greenpoint Film Festival returns for its 15th anniversary from August 5–9 in Brooklyn, celebrating bold independent cinema under this year's theme, "Unbound – Celebrating the Freedom to Tell Untold Stories." The festival features five days of screenings, filmmaker Q&As, industry panels, networking events, and community celebrations.

We are especially excited that the festival will open with the Mexican feature film Café Chairel, bringing Mexican cinema to the forefront as the opening film of this milestone edition.

đź“Ť Greenpoint Film Festival
🗓️ August 5–9, 2026
đź“Ť 259 Green Street, Brooklyn, NY

Join us in celebrating independent filmmaking and don't miss the opportunity to see Café Chairel kick off this exciting festival!

¡El Greenpoint Film Festival celebra su 15.ª edición! Del 5 al 9 de agosto, Brooklyn se convierte en el escenario de cinco días dedicados al cine independiente, con proyecciones, conversaciones con cineastas, paneles, eventos de networking y actividades para la comunidad, bajo el lema "Unbound – Celebrating the Freedom to Tell Untold Stories."

Nos entusiasma destacar que la película mexicana Café Chairel será la función inaugural del festival, dando inicio a esta edición especial y llevando el talento del cine mexicano al centro de una de las celebraciones más importantes del cine independiente en Nueva York.

đź“Ť Greenpoint Film Festival
🗓️ 5–9 de agosto de 2026
đź“Ť 259 Green Street, Brooklyn, NY

¡No se pierdan la oportunidad de celebrar el cine independiente y acompañar el arranque del festival con Café Chairel!

No te pierdas esta interesante charla con Fernando Llanos, un creador ecléctico y multidisciplinario cuya obra se ha pre...
07/27/2026

No te pierdas esta interesante charla con Fernando Llanos, un creador ecléctico y multidisciplinario cuya obra se ha presentado en los cinco continentes. Ha publicado 40 libros, entre ellos uno dedicado al 25.º aniversario de la icónica película Amores Perros.

Regístrate para el evento a través del enlace en nuestras historias

đź“… 31 de julio | 6:00 p.m.
đź“Ť Consulado General de MĂ©xico en Nueva York
27 E 39th Street, New York, NY

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Don’t miss this engaging conversation with Fernando Llanos, an eclectic and multidisciplinary artist whose work has been exhibited across all five continents. He has published 40 books, including one celebrating the 25th anniversary of the iconic film Amores Perros.

Register for the event at the link in our stories.

đź“… July 31 | 6:00 p.m.
đź“Ť Mexican Consulate
27 E 39th Street, New York, NY

Hoy, el Instituto Cultural de MĂ©xico en Nueva York tuvo el placer de asistir a la presentaciĂłn del libro Unleashing Amor...
07/27/2026

Hoy, el Instituto Cultural de MĂ©xico en Nueva York tuvo el placer de asistir a la presentaciĂłn del libro Unleashing Amores Perros de Fernando Llanos .

La publicación ofrece una mirada detrás de cámaras al proceso de realización de la icónica película Amores Perros, e incluye testimonios y reflexiones de integrantes del elenco y del equipo de producción sobre su experiencia dando vida a este clásico del cine mexicano.

Nuestra Directora Ejecutiva, Liliana Saldaña Lobera, tuvo el honor de asistir al evento y celebrar esta valiosa contribución al cine mexicano.

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Today, the Mexican Cultural Institute of New York had the pleasure of attending the book discussion for Unleashing Amores Perros by Fernando Llanos .

The publication offers a behind-the-scenes look at the making of the iconic film Amores Perros, featuring firsthand accounts and reflections from members of the cast and crew about their experiences bringing this cinematic classic to life.

Our Executive Director, Liliana Saldaña Lobera, was honored to attend the event and celebrate this remarkable contribution to Mexican cinema.

07/27/2026

Go behind the scenes of one of the most iconic films in contemporary Mexican cinema.

Join Mexican artist, filmmaker, and author Fernando Llanos for a conversation celebrating Unleashing Amores Perros, an oral history of Alejandro G. Iñárritu’s groundbreaking debut film, featuring 77 firsthand accounts from the cast and crew. The discussion will be followed by a book signing.

đź“… Monday, July 27
🕕 6:00–7:45 PM (Doors open at 5:30 PM)
đź“Ť Rizzoli Bookstore
1133 Broadway, New York, NY

Presented by Rizzoli Bookstore, MACK, and MUBI.

Step behind the scenes of one of the most influential films in contemporary Mexican cinema.Join Rizzoli Bookstore, MACK,...
07/24/2026

Step behind the scenes of one of the most influential films in contemporary Mexican cinema.

Join Rizzoli Bookstore, MACK, and MUBI for a conversation with Mexican artist, filmmaker, and author Fernando Llanos celebrating the release of Unleashing Amores Perros. Built from 78 interviews with the cast and crew of Alejandro G. Iñárritu’s landmark debut film, the book offers an unprecedented look at the creative process behind Amores Perros and the collaborative vision that transformed Mexican cinema.

Fernando Llanos will be joined in conversation by Steve Macfarlane, followed by a book signing.

Head to the link in our bio to RSVP. We look forward to seeing you there!

Monday, July 27
6:00–7:45 PM (Doors open at 5:30 PM)
Rizzoli Bookstore
1133 Broadway, New York, NY

*RSVPs are encouraged but not required. Seating is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.*

Public Nature by Gabriel Orozco transforms everyday urban spaces into moments of reflection. Presented by Public Art Fun...
07/20/2026

Public Nature by Gabriel Orozco transforms everyday urban spaces into moments of reflection. Presented by Public Art Fund , the exhibition features 12 newly commissioned photographs exploring the relationship between nature and the built environment. On view from July 8th through September 6th across 300 JCDecaux bus shelters in New York City, Chicago, and Boston, Public Nature invites audiences to discover art in their daily commute.

¡VIOLENCIA! de la mexicana Valeria Loera llega pronto al escenario de REPERTORIO . Dirigida por BT Hayes, este viaje abs...
07/17/2026

¡VIOLENCIA! de la mexicana Valeria Loera llega pronto al escenario de REPERTORIO . Dirigida por BT Hayes, este viaje absurdo, cortante y a todo color es justo lo que le hace falta a tu calendario teatral.

Fechas de las 5 funciones:
Sáb, 25 de julio • 7 PM
Dom, 26 de julio • 3 PM
Vie, 31 de julio • 7 PM
Sáb, 1 de agosto • 7 PM
Dom, 2 de agosto • 3 PM

No te pierdas el estreno de esta brillante comedia.

🎟️ Link en la historia para boletos!

Este programa se hace posible gracias al Van Lier Fellowship de The New York Community Trust , y se apoya en parte con fondos pĂşblicos de NYC Dept of Cultural Affairs , en asociaciĂłn con el City Council.

AMERICAN PACHUCO: THE LEGEND OF LUIS VALDEZ opens in New York at Film Forum starting on July 17. The Sundance audience f...
07/15/2026

AMERICAN PACHUCO: THE LEGEND OF LUIS VALDEZ opens in New York at Film Forum starting on July 17. The Sundance audience favorite film tells the story of Luis Valdez, the man who built El Teatro Campesino out of the fields of California and turned the figure of the pachuco and the history of the Zoot Suit Riots into influential American stage art.

Narrated by Edward James Olmos in character as El Pachuco. The opening weekend brings Q&As after select shows with subjects Luis Valdez, LA BAMBA star Lou Diamond Phillips, and director David Alvarado. A Mexican American story on the big screen, in the heart of New York City!

🎟️Get your tickets on the Film Forum’s website. Use the special code MCINY for a discount!

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