CHICAGO -- Brenda Torres-Figueroa is an Afro-Puerto Rican who examines gender and racial identity as a visual and performance artist. "Performance is an art form that works with identity politics and ...
SPRINGFIELD — Nearly 10,000 people are expected to line Main Street on Sept. 14 to celebrate their culture as the 35th annual Springfield Puerto Rican Parade steps off. “Part of our mission is to lift ...
In an interview with theGrio, the legendary filmmaker talks about his latest film with Denzel Washington, “Highest 2 Lowest,” and why he represents ties between African Americans and Puerto Ricans in ...
“Bomba is not only a genre, it's kind of a lifestyle," one dancer said. As the nation commemorates Black History Month, Afro-Puerto Ricans are using their traditional dance and music -- Bomba -- to ...
Even if you've never been to Puerto Rico, its cuisine is worth trying when you can find it. From mofongo to mallorcas, don't ...