“LOL! Latina on the Loose" Written and performed by Mina Olivera. Directed by Alberto Barboza. Produced by Miguel Angel Caballero and Paul Munoz. I had a chance to catch “LOL Latina on the Loose” which was playing here in Los Angeles at The LATC. Latina on the loose is a comedy that takes you on a journey from Brazil to El Salvador to the USA, based on a true life story of Mina Olivera. In “LOL! Latina on the Loose,” the versatile Ms. Olivera portrays an entire gallery of characters, female and male, including family members, boyfriends, a psychic fortune teller, the racist counselor, a Latina friend who turns out to be ...read more

Frida Kahlo (1907-1954) is one of the most influential and inspirational Mexican artist from the 20th century. Her artwork is recognized and enjoyed worldwide by all cultures. At the early age of 18 she suffered a tragic bus accident which  caused severe damage to her body. Ironically, since she was bed ridden for a year recovering from the accident , it's during this time that she took an interested in art. Samples of her artwork can be found everywhere but if you really want to experience her art, lifestyle and city you must visit her home "La Casa Azul" in Coyoacan, Mexico City, Mexico. "La Casa Azul" is one of  Frida Kahlo's homes which is now ...read more

The Day of the Dead (El Día de los Muertos or All Souls' Day) is a holiday celebrated in Mexico and by Latin Americans living in the United States and Canada. The holiday focuses on gatherings of family and friends to pray for and remember friends and family members who have died. The celebration occurs on November 1st and 2nd in connection with the Catholic holiday of All Saints' Day which occurs on November 1st and All Souls' Day which occurs on November 2nd. Traditions include building private altars honoring the deceased, using sugar skulls, marigolds, and the favorite foods and beverages of the departed, and visiting graves with these ...read more