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Abstract Brazilian Arts Foundation: Capoeira Performance on the Chapel Plaza Suggested donation $10Houston's Brazilian Arts Foundation will present an interactive, family-friendly performance of capoeira accompanied by live drumming. Capoeira is the national treasure of Brazil; a unique Afro-Brazilian martial art, capoeira is played in a ‘roda,’ or circle, between two players. The game challenges physical agility and coordination, as well as strategy and interaction. A reception for the...

Abstract El Rectorado del Son Suggested donation $10El Rectorado del Son is a group of talented Houstonians who perform traditional Son Cubano, a style of music that originated in Cuba and gained worldwide popularity in the 1930s. Their repertoire mainly comprises styles of this era in Cuba, including son bolero, chachachá and son montuno. Formed in 2007, El Rectorado Del Son is known for their exuberant performances featuring classic instrumentation for the genre: bongos, bass, guitar...

Abstract Danza Azteca Taxcayolotl Suggested donation $10Danza Azteca Taxcayolotl launches the Rothko Chapel's 2016 Summer Sounds on the Plaza series, which explores indigenous music of the Americas. Danza Azteca Taxcayolotl is a grassroots Aztec dance group that is dedicated to preserving, as well as nurturing, the indigenous cultures of México as a means of fostering unity and connectedness between all cultures. SweetCup is on site selling delicious gelato, in addition to free beer from...

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Wayanay Inka Suggested donation $10

Founded in Lima, Wayanay Inka has established an international reputation for being among the finest ambassadors of Andean music. SweetCup is on site selling delicious gelato, in addition to free beer from Saint Arnolds and snacks. Bring your family, friends, a blanket, and enjoy a summer night of music!