A story about a boy on an adventure. Inspired by his experiences, he creates songs for his town to sing and dance to. Ages 4-8
"The Treasure of Aquíles is not just a story; it's an immersive experience that brings the audience into the heart of a young boy's imaginative journey. Aquíles, the protagonist, embarks on an adventure inspired by the natural beauty around him and the rich cultural heritage of his community. Along the way, he taps into his creativity to compose songs that resonate with his town, represented by you, the audience!"
Sponsored by the Friends of the Berkeley Public Library.
Cascada de Flores is firmly committed to music and cultural education. They present a bilingual music and dance program for children in schools, libraries and theaters such as Montalvo Arts Center (Saratoga), Herbst Theater (San Francisco), Mexican Heritage Plaza (San Jose) and Lobero Theater (Santa Barbara). They have performed in over 1000 Western US schools and Libraries reaching over 500,000 children with their educational program. Recently, the Dúo brought their musical story to la Mixtecan hills of Oaxaca, Mexico. Close to home, members of Cascada de Flores present ongoing bilingual classes and special workshops for children and families focused on traditional Latin American folk songs and Mexican traditional music and dance.
AGE GROUP: | Preteens | Elementary | Early Childhood | Adults |
EVENT TYPE: | Cultural & Heritage | Creative |