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Leonardo Da Vinci: El Genio y Secretos

Los Fabulosos Cadillacs - Concert

The Satanico Pop Tour is here and Los Fabulosos Cadillacs are here in Lima to perform one of the city's highly anticipated shows. Famous for their ska/pop/punk sounds, this Argentinian band is making sure all their loyal fans in get the chance to see this popular band perform this month for their one night only show!

When: November 29
Where: Estadio Nacional
Cost: S/.21-S/.450
Tickets available at TuEntrada

Olga Tañon - Concert

Danza Nueva: XXI International Lima Festival

Since 1989, ICPNA has organized what's considered as the most important dance festival in Lima. This year, the festival will count with the participation of recognized national and international artists and companies like the Tai Soon Burgues & Co (USA), Pachi Valle Riestra y Cuatro Costillas Flotantes (Peru), Ou-Topos (Costa Rica), Punto ciego (El Salvador) and The Londrina Ballet (Brazil). It's definitely something worth watching!

Achievements and Challenges of the Energy and Mines Ministry - Business Breakfast

El Cuerpo Humano, Real y Fascinante - Exhibition

This exhibition displays real bodies, complete and partial, that have been preserved by using an innovating technique called polymerization, which preserves human tissue with liquid silicon. The final result is a plasticized body at molecular level, showing the complexity of the many bones, nerves, blood vessels and organs of the human body. It's a great opportunity to observe and learn about how the human body works.

Security and Protection Against Kidnappers - Seminar

In a city like Lima, people may often face the risk of coming face to face with kidnappers or thieves. As a measure of prevention and an attempt to increase general awareness, the American Chamber of Commerce is offering a seminar where they will explain how kidnappers work, how to avoid being kidnapped and how to react in case you, or someone you know, have been kidnapped. Special guest speaker will be Maj. Ángel Toledo Palomino, of the National Police, who has over 13 years of experience and is highly qualified on the subject.

When: Thursday June 25th, 8 – 10 am
Where: AmCham Perú – Av. Víctor Andrés Belaúnde 157 (first floor), San Isidro
Cost: Member: $25, Non-Member: $35, Corp. 3 Members: $60, Corp. 3 Non-Members: $90
To register click here
For more information contact Ms. Claudia Mori at 7058000, extension number 231 / 243

Caral - Exhibition

Universidad San Martín de Porres and the Instituto Nacional de Cultura invite you to an exhibition on Caral, the most ancient civilization of the Americas, and a symbol of Peruvian identity. The exhibition has been set up as a temporary museum.

When: Mondays through Sundays: 10 am – 10 pm (Until July 13th)
Where: Sala Museo de Oro del Perú, Larcomar – Av. Malecón de la Reserva 610, Miraflores
Free Admission

Heraud, El Corazón Volador - Theater

Heraud, El Corazón Volador (Heraud, The Flying Heart) is a play based on the life and works of Peruvian poet, Javier Heraud. Heraud is a symbol for the youth of the 1960s, popular for his romantic idealism and revolutionary ideas, who died tragically in an accident at the age of 21. This performance is highly recommended for students.

When: Thursdays through Mondays: 8 pm (Until July 6th)
Where: Theater at Alianza Francesa – Av. Arequipa 4595, Miraflores
Cost: S/. 20
Tickets available at Teleticket

Start - Expo Venta

Route Nº 6 - Theater

“Tired of mediocrity, frustration and unhappiness?” April is, and this is why she decides to travel to the Island of Success. Her luggage? Her fears as a young woman, her yearning for security and Julio, her lifelong boyfriend. What neither of them suspects though, is that, beyond their plans and dreams is a route that will put their relationship to the test – Route Nº 6.

This play has been created by students from Universidad Católica, and will only have six performances.

When: Fridays and Saturdays: 8 pm, Sundays: 7 pm (Until June 28th)
Where: Mocha Graña Theater – Av. Saenz Peña 107, Barranco
Cost: S/. 10
For more information call 992-652-622 or watch the following video at Youtube

Jalca: Agua y Vida - Photography Exhibition

Photography Exhibition by Chiclayan photographer, Heinz Plenge, which portrays modern mining as an opportunity for development.  The exhibition, arranged by museum professional, Luis Repetto, is both artistic and interactive, and reflects on how mining activities in Yanacocha, Cajamarca, have been carried out with environmental responsibility and have thus been able to preserve and protect the biodiversity of the area. 

When: Tuesdays through Sundays: 10 am – 9 pm (Until July 12th)
Where: Cultural Center at Parque de la Amistad – Av. Caminos del Inca block 21, Surco
Free Admission

X Cycle Japanese Movies, "Always" - Film Event

“Always” (Always sanchōme no yūhi), directed by Takahashi Yamazaki is a drama that tells the story of people from the slums of Yuhi-cho San-chome during the 33rd year of the Era Showa. The Suzuki family lives and owns a car workshop there, but their lives change when Mutsuko Hoshino, one of the many young women who leave their motherland to work in the city, arrives…

When: Thursday, June 25th, 7:30 pm
Where: Centro Cultural Peruano Japonés - Av. Gregorio Escobedo 803, Residencial San Felipe, Jesús María
Free Admission (Limited Capacity)

Texturas - Art Exhibition

How do different textures play a role in our traditions and everyday reality? How can someone express feelings, ideas, an entire language just by combining a diversity of textures? Artists Javier Hernán Pedrozo, Luis Miguel Tokuda Fujita and Ricardo Henry Terrones Mayta have the answer. They believe that different textures can blend in such a way that they arrive at an unusual harmony between time and space, a creation of schemes and spaces that can be achieved in no other way. The three of them will be exhibiting a sample of their work which will certainly be worth seeing!

When: Mondays through Fridays: 2 pm – 9 pm, Saturdays: 10 am – 1 pm and 2 pm – 4 pm (Until June 27th)
Where: Centro Cultural Peruano Japonés – Av. Gregorio Escobedo 803, Residencial San Felipe, Jesús María
Free Admission

Tejedor de Sueños - Exhibition

A homage to artist Julio León, Tejedor de Sueños (Dream Weaver) is a recollection of León’s works – paintings that transmit the artist’s vision of the world around him. Julio León has always been commited to his role in society, which is why in his paintings he protests against inequality and injustice and argues for a better world. A promising exhibition which you must not miss!

When: Mondays through Fridays: 11 am – 8 pm, Saturdays and Sundays: 12 m – 8 pm (Until June 29th)
Where: Pancho Fierro Municipal Art Gallery – Pasaje Santa Rosa 114, Lima (Plaza de Armas)
Free Admission

Jews in Poland - Exhibition

The Embassy of Poland is presenting a graphic exhibition on the history, traditions and culture of Jewish people in Poland in the last one thousand years. The exhibition has been prepared by the Adam Mickiewicz Institute of Warsaw in collaboration with the Polish Ministry of International Relations, and presents a panorama of Jewish people that goes beyond the classical scenes of Nazi persecution, portraying a unique culture that is definitely worth learning about.

When: Tuesdays through Sundays, 11 am – 8 pm (Until July 19th)
Where: ICPNA Gallery – Av. Javier Prado Este 4637, La Molina
Free Admission

Ciclo de Teatro y Memoria en Maguey - Theater

This year, the theater group Maguey will be offering a season of contemporary plays “Micaela” and “Crónicas Innominadas” (Nameless Cronicles). “Micaela” explores the role of women in society through the life and dreams of Micaela Bastidas. “Crónicas Innominadas”, on the other hand, is about a humorous half-real, half-magic encounter between nameless chroniclers, popular and anonymous characters, and delirious gold-diggers of the 16th century, all of it through the eyes of two garbage recyclers desperate for iron and junk.  Both plays have been written exclusively for Maguey productions, and have already been performed throughout Europe and Latin America.

When: June 6th to July 26th, “Crónicas Innominadas”: Saturdays, 8pm, “Micaela”: Sunday, 6pm
Where: Maguey Theater – Jr. San Martín 600, San Miguel (8 blocks away from Av. Brasil).
Cost: General: S/. 20, Students: S/.10 
Tickets available at Maguey Theater and Teleticket booths.

Yuyanapaq. Para Recordar - Exhibition

Unidad en la Diversidad: Aproximaciones Temáticas a la Historia Peruana

"Unity in Diversity: Thematic Approaches to the History of Peru" is an exhibition that shows the history of the country in a wide perspective, a free theme with no time limitations. The idea is to prove that Peruvians are the result of a long historic tradition.

Taichi at Huaca Pucllana

Soy un Peruanista

Kené, Arte, Ciencia y Tradición en Diseño

"Kené" is a cultural manifestation that gathers the vision, the knowledge and art of the Shipibo-Konibo society. On their language it means design, and it's used to designate the handmade geometric patterns. Their different drawing methods are reflected on the pieces that conform this exhibition, and are part of the ethnographic collection of the National Museum of Peruvian Culture.

De Juliana a Pucllana: ofrendas Rituales

Galería Artesanal- Huaca Pucllana

Tradicion y Diversidad del Arte Peruano - Exhibition

The exhibition gathers a number of unique pieces of Peruvian culture, from prehispanic times to present day. This exhibition was also displayed for the Presidents and Representatives of the 60 countries of Latin America, The Caribbean and the European Union who participated on the V ALC-UE summit.

Inca Garcilaso de la Vega - Exhibition and Conferences

To commemorate 400 years since the publishing of ‘Comentarios Reales de los Incas’ (Royal Commentaries of the Incas), the Cultural Center Inca Gracilaso has organized an exhibition and a series of conferences on the life and works of Inca Garcilaso de la Vega and how he has influenced humanity in the past centuries. After remaining a few months in Lima, the display will be taken to other cities in Latin America and Spain. 

When: Until August 2nd
Where: Cultural Center Inca Gracilaso – Jr. Ucayali 391, Lima
Free Admission
For more information visit their website at www.ccincagarcilaso.gob.pe

ACAP Restaurant Night

The American and Canadian Association of Peru cordially invites its members and guests to their Restaurant Night at ‘Zen Sushi Bar and Restaurant’. The menu will be composed of Sushi or Sashimi as a starter, and Tempura Moriawase or Chicken Koatsu as a main dish. There will also be a Sushi demonstration, and free corkage is included. To pre-register, write to Kia Borda at acaplima@gmail.com or ring her on 222-6359.

When: June 25th
Where: Av. Dos de Mayo 621, San Isidro (Between the crossing of Dos de Mayo and Las Palmeras).
Cost: Members: S/.70, Non-Members: S/.80

Afroperuanos - Photography Exhibition

Afroperuanos (Afro-Peruvians) is photographer Martín Alvarado’s second exhibiton. Here, his pictures capture the essence of Afro-Peruvian culture in our country: their traditions, daily life, art, leaders… Martín Alvarado is also producer of the cultural TV show, “Costumbres” (‘Customs’) and has also exhibited his photographs four years ago in ‘Este Es Mi Cariño’ (‘This is my Affection’).

When: June 5th to August 1st, Mondays through Fridays: 10 am – 7 pm
Where: Instituto Riva Agüero PUCP – Camaná 459, Cercado de Lima
Cost: General: S/. 2, Students: S/.1

La Soledad del Artista - Art Exhibition

A deserved tribute to the memory of Victor Humareda (1920-1986), the National Institute of Culture has prepared a recollection of the artist’s paintings as an exhibition that will be displayed in the Museo de la Nación. Victor Humareda’s works of art reflect his passion for painting harlequins, ballerinas, bullfighters and landscapes from a very traditional Lima. Not only will you admire Humareda’s unique talent, precision and perfection, but also contemplate the works of one of the greatest painters in Peruvian history.

When: June 4th to August 1st , Tuesdays through Sundays: 9 am – 5 pm
Where: Museo de la Nación – Av. Javier Prado Este 2465, San Borja
Free Admission

Inverosímil - Art Exhibition

This exhibition will be showing the works of contemporary Chilean artists and Peruvian Natalia Revilla, who have chosen to explore how fictional universes can be created through different forms of artistic expression. The exhibits range from paintings and photographs, to videos and illustration.

When: June 10th to July 10th , Mondays through Fridays: 11 am – 8 pm, Saturdays: 3 pm – 7 pm
Where: Vértice Gallery – Calle Plascencia 350, San Isidro
Free Admission

Q.E.P.D - Theater

Mi Querida Neurosis- Theater

Magicamente Amigos - Children's Puppet Show

Don Simeón and Doña Berenice met by chance and turned out to be neighbors. They soon began to be hostile to one another, because they tried to impose their own customs. On their attempt to damage the other, they awoke a monster that was happily sleeping. Angry at them for having awoken him, the monster tried to make them disappear. However, after being chased down and scared to death, the neighbors found a spell to make the monster disappear. After that, Don Simeón proposed marriage to Doña Berenice, who happily accepted under the condition that he would never change! Now, the two of them travel around the world spreading joy and happiness.

Stand Up Comedy: Humorbo

Carlos Galdos: Nadie me Quita lo Bailado

Crónicas Innominadas: Travesias de Hidalgos y chatarreros - Theater

The play states an encounter between anonymous characters, that look for iron and carton in the garbage for recycling: discriminated figures of today, and the universe of those conquerors and gold seekers of the XVI century: registered figures in history books. Maguey Theater Group has made this play a unique one by combining excellent acting skills with objects and materials, live music, an incredible stage, and other magical surprises. "Cronicas Innominadas" is definitely a contemporary play that takes us through a reveling and intricate crusade, filled with poetry and magic.

Mover La Roca - Art Exhibition

Interested in getting a taste of Dominican art? ‘Mover La Roca’ (To Move The Rock) is a compilation of works from Dominican Republic in which contemporary artists have translated realities, thoughts and emotions into abstract expression. The exhibition will be open to the public this month.

When: June 4th to June 28th, Mondays through Sundays: 10 am to 9 pm

Where: Centro Cultural de España (Spanish Cultural Center) - Natalio Sánchez 181, Santa Beatriz

Free Admission

Los Trabajos y los Dias - Exhibition

Tablas de Sarhua en manos de Primitivo Evanán Poma - Exhibition

GstArt (Cultural Managers of Art) is presenting this exhibition-sale of Sarhuan boards. Each board was elaborated under the direction of the great master Primitivo Evanán Poma, and shows the idiosyncrasy of the people of Sarhua: their customs, communal celebrations, the agricultural cycle, scenes from the terrorism, among others.

80 m2 ARTE Y DEBATES - Art Exhibition

If you have a passion for drawing, comics or any kind of graphic design, then this is your call! The art gallery 80 m2 ARTE Y DEBATES will be hosting two expositions – LUSTMORD, by artist José Luis Carranza and ‘Dibujo – Nuevas Propuestas’ (new proposals for drawing) with the participation of young artists like Andrea Cánepa, Martín López Lam, Rita Ponce de León, Lenin Auris, Valentino Sibadón and Natalia Revilla.  Come and explore the blending of new ways of illustration and let this new perspective of art unravel before your very own eyes.

When: April 22nd to July 11th
Where: 80m2 Gallery – Prolongación San Martín 10, Barranco
Free Admission

Hilo Conductor – Art Exhibition

‘The world may seem to be written in black and white… but it can also be read in a thousand shades of grey’. In his travels around the world, the artist, Eduardo Llanos, has discovered how all things said and done are subject to relativity and flexibility, and expresses this as the driving thread in life. A wonderful art exposition which you must not miss, Eduardo Llanos’ paintings are a tribute to the ‘driving thread’ that leads our lives and shapes our fantasies – the one which every person, no matter how different, has within.

When: June 4th to July 3rd
Where: ARTCO Gallery – Rouad y Paz Soldan 325, San Isidro
Free Admission

Hilo Conductor - Art Exhibition

‘The world may seem to be written in black and white… but it can also be read in a thousand shades of grey’. In his travels around the world, the artist, Eduardo Llanos, has discovered how all things said and done are subject to relativity and flexibility, and expresses this as the driving thread in life. A wonderful art exposition which you must not miss, Eduardo Llanos’ paintings are a tribute to the ‘driving thread’ that leads our lives and shapes our fantasies – the one which every person, no matter how different, has within.

When: June 4th to July 3rd
Where: ARTCO Gallery – Rouad y Paz Soldan 325, San Isidro
Free Admission

International Symphonic Concert Season

¿Dónde está el Idiota? - Theater

¿Dónde está el Idiota? (Where's the idiot?) was written by Francis Veber and has reached a success without precedent. The play tells the story of Gastón, a guy that likes to organize dinners where each guest must be accompanied by an idiot. Gaston is happy to find Piñon, who he considers to be the world champion of idiots. However, he will soon realize that nights with Piñon are always unpredictable and that inviting him to dinner was one of the biggest mistakes of his life. Raquel en Llamas productions brings the play to Peru, under the direction of Rocio Tovar and the participation of an amazing cast integrated by Carlos Carlín, Paul Vega, Vanessa Saba, Carlos Ticcio and Cesar Ritter.

Esencia Gitana -Dance

40 Lotes - Exhibition

Improthlon - Improv Competition

Amores de un siglo - Theater

La Asombrosa Fabula del Rey Ciervo

This is a fun, magical story written by the Italian Carlo Gozzi, who was inspired by classic characters of the comedy art. It's about king Deramo, who was turned into a deer by the first minister, Tartaglia so that he could keep the throne. Directed by Giovanni Ciccia and an amazing cast this play promises to be one of the favorites of 2009.

Barroco Frio - Exhibition

Postales de Lima- Exhibition

Lima's Art Museum (MALI) is presenting "Postales de Lima" (Postcards of Lima), an exhibition that gathers a selection of around 70 pieces of work from the first half of the XX century. The selection revises the meaning of those images, and incorporates different phenomena that define the multicultural identity of the city of Lima.

El Cubismo y sus Entornos- Exhibition

This exhibition gathers the work of several national and international artists, that follow the cubist current, considered as central movement in the history of modern art. The collection revolves around Juan Gris's work, considered as the most representative artist of cubism since 1914, and includes pieces that show the relation of cubist languages and the ones from futurism, modern classicism, geometric abstraction and new figuration. The exhibition is organized in guided visits that will take you along through some of the most important and representative aspects of cubism.

El Gesto en el Vacío - Exhibition

ACAP Restaurant Night - Expat event

The American and Canadian Association of Peru cordially invites all ACAP Members and their guests to a Restaurant Night at Roxi Ristorante, the best italian food in town! You can check out their website at www.roxi.com.pe. To register please contact Kia Borda on 222-6359 or email her at acaplima@gmail.com.

Max y los Maximostruos

Respira (Breathe) - Theater

The Centro Cultural Peruano Britanico is presenting winning play of the 2nd Contest of Peruvian Dramatists 2008. "Respira", by Eduardo Adrianzén, under the direction of Roberto Angeles, and the performances of an excellent cast. The play tells the story of Mario, a man that has reached a critical point in his life and has to face the ghosts of his past.

Cuidese de las Imitaciones - Theater

Any resemblance to reality is merely talent, because the characters talk, act and sing. Come and join this new live show, with the jokes, imitations and improvisations of Hugo Salazar.

La Santa Comedia- Theater

La santa Comedia (The Holy Comedy), under the direction of July Naters and the performances of Saskia Bernaola, Katia Palma and Patrica Portocarrero. This play is staged on Mass, where sisters Bete, Rento and Rita take you through the most characteristic parts of this religious ritual in the most amusing way. As clowns, they manage to entertain and captivate the attention of the audience, showing them the imperfect nature of human beings.



When:8:30 p.m. March 19th. All Thursdays until June 25th.

La Bella y la Bestia - Children's Theater

Se Busca Marido Cama Adentro – Theater

“Se Busca Marido Cama Adentro” (Live in Husband Wanted) is a one woman comedy show with Johanna San Miguel. The show explores the many things a woman is capable of doing to get a man, keep him and eventually kick him out.

When: 9 a.m. Tuesday (Until Tuesday February 24th)
Where: Satchmo theater – Av. La Paz 538, Miraflores
Cost: S/.30
Tickets available at Teleticket

El Soldadito de Plomo - Children's Theater

Does the name Hans Christian Andersen sound familiar to you? Well it should because he is one of the most famous fairy tale writers to have ever existed and, for a limited of time, Teatro Larco will be presenting one of his works live on stage. The Brave Tin Soldier, one of Andersen’s classics, is a tale of toy soldiers who have the special power of becoming alive at night. Watch the excitement and drama unfold as one particular soldier tries to woo the girl of his dreams. 

When: 5:15 pm Saturdays and Sundays (Until February 15)
Where: Teatro Larco - Avenida Larco 1036, Miraflores
Cost: S/.21
Tickets available at TuEntrada

Santiago - Theater

The Wizard of Oz - Children's Theater

The magical story of Dorothy, her dog Toto, and their inseparable friends the scarecrow, the tin man and the lion is shown at Miraflores' Teatro Julieta. Dorothy  wants to discover what is on the other side of the rainbow, when all of a sudden, a great tornado hits her city and she and her dog are transported into the magical world of Oz.

When: Saturdays and Sundays, May 10 - July 27 at 4 p.m.
Where: Teatro Julieta - Pasj. Porta 132, Miraflores    
Tickets available at Teleticket.

AmCham Institutional Lunch