Esperanza Arts Center

09/04/2026

Esperanza Arts Center presents: ¡SALSA!
An interactive live performance and conversation featuring internationally celebrated dancers Ashley Rivera & Elian Gomez alongside Siempre Salsa All Stars, featuring vocalist Carlos Sanchez and four-time Grammy-winning artist Willie Torres.

Saturday, September 19, 2026
3:00 PM
Teatro Esperanza
(4261 North 5th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19140)

$20 Admission | FREE for students of all ages and 60+
Tickets: https://tinyurl.com/SALSAEAC

Experience Ashley Rivera & Elian Gomez live as they spotlight the origins and evolution of salsa music and dance. Learn some basic salsa steps, then hit the dance floor as Siempre Salsa All Stars, Philadelphia’s premier salsa orchestra, brings the rhythm to life!

Food and beverages will be available for purchase in the Teatro lobby from Helados Chupi chupi.

This program was made possible thanks to the generous support of the William Penn Foundation, The Presser Foundation, New Music USA, and the Philadelphia Cultural Fund.

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/