A Teatro Vista Production
Written by Sandra Delgado
Live Music by Carpacho y Su Súper Combo
Directed by Cheryl Lynn Bruce
“Heartfelt and fascinating”
– CHICAGO TRIBUNE
La Havana Madrid
Jul 21 – Aug 20, 2017 in Goodman's Owen Theatre
2 hours including one intermission
Chicago’s legendary 1960s nightclub comes bursting back to life in a “heartfelt and fascinating” (Chicago Tribune) musical celebration of the city’s Latino community.
LA HAVANA MADRID HAS RETURNED THIS YEAR AT THE DEN THEATRE MAY 11 – JUNE 22, 2019. LEARN MORE ABOUT THE REMOUNT >>
Step back into 1960s Chicago and La Havana Madrid, the long-gone Caribbean night club that drew throngs of newly-arrived Latinos to the city’s north side. Inspired by real stories, this intimate recreation of the vibrant music venue immerses audiences in the pulsing sounds of live mambo and salsa. Don’t miss it!
Critical Praise
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“Bursting with music and warmth”
– Chicago Tribune
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“An immersive and wholly enjoyable experience”
– Chicago Reader
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“Exceedingly memorable”
– Chicago Reader
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“An effecting new play”
– Chicago Reader
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★★★★ (out of 5)
– Time Out Chicago
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“Enhanting”
– Time Out Chicago
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“Inspiring, honest and historical”
– Around the Town
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“A stunning bit of history about our city and the changes of the neighborhoods”
– Around the Town
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