Among the performers are:

The Ensemble of Music of Casa de Venezuela

a musical group formed by local performers, presenting some of the best traditional rhythms from the different region of Venezuela.

Group of Traditional Dances of Casa de Venezuela

presenting some of Venezuela's cultural dances, including: Joropos, Tamunangues, Waltz, among others.

Special Guests:

The Dali Quartet

the virtuoso and only Latino string quartet based in Philadelphia, formed by Adriana Linares, Carlos Rubio, Luigi Mazzocchi and Jesus Morales. The Dalí Quartet blends a unique mix of traditional string quartet repertoire with Latin American chamber music to create an extraordinary concert experience, which promises to take its listeners on an eclectic journey of rhythm and sound. In the spirit of famed Spanish artist Salvador Dalí, the Dalí Quartet embraces imagination and excellence as central to its art

And from Venezuela

Harpist Eduardo Betancourt

talented Venezuelan musician that has traveled around the World with his original style to play the Harp. He has played with famous artists such as: Ilan Chester, Simon Diaz, Oscar D' Leon, Raynaldo Armas, Huascar Barradas, among others, Eduardo also worked with Cuban Trumpet Luis "Papo" Marquez, in a especial musical tribute to Maestro Arturo Sandoval. In 2006, he joined Gilberto Santa Rosa and Rafael "El Pollo" in their international tour. He also joined Maestro and pianist Edward Simon on his work "Venezuelan Suite". He represented Venezuela in the first "World Harp Festival" in La Asuncion, Paraguay and in the "IV World Meeting of Harpist" and "Festival America en Cuerdas" in Argentina along with maestro Maraiano Gonzalez (Paraguay) and Edmar Castañeda (Colombia).

Venezuelan Expressions is going to be a performance, full of energy and traditions, a great opportunity to learn about Venezuela and about some outstanding Venezuelan citizens that work diligently to promote the culture, roots and traditions of their homeland.

Come and enjoy "Venezuelan Expressions 2009" on Sunday, October 11th, 2009, at 4:00pm, at famous Freedom Theatre in Philadelphia. A cocktail reception will follow after the event for sponsors, volunteers, supporters and media. Be sure you purchase your ticket soon, last year's event was a complete Sold Out event and tickets go fast.

Tickets on sale now at tix.com
Family Discount Available: please contact Emilio Buitrago at ebuitrago@casadevenezuela.net

This event is possible due to the support of Casa de Venezuela's board, coordinators and volunteers, as well as our proud Sponsors for 2009: PA Council on the Arts, State Farm Insurance, Health Partners, US Census Bureau, Multicultural Affairs Congress, Greater Philadelphia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, MIC International Trade Consulting, Hispanic Yellow Pages, Raices Culturales, and All State - Bruce Datil Agency. (List incomplete).

Media Supporters: Impacto Latin Newspaper, El Sol Newspaper, EL Tiempo Hispano Newspaper, WFMZ 69 Noticias en Español, Univision 65, Telemundo 52.

On-site parking, easily accessible from public transportation, only 2 blocks north of Girard Avenue and Broad Street.

About Casa de Venezuela

La Casa de Venezuela is a nonprofit organization founded in March 2004. Its mission is to promote the culture, roots, traditions and history of Venezuela in the Delaware Valley through social, educational and cultural programs and events. For more information please visit: www.casadevenezuela.net

About Freedom Theatre

Rooted in the African American tradition, Freedom Theatre is an institution dedicated to achieving artistic excellence in professional theatre and performing arts training for the enrichment of our community. For more information please visit: www.freedomtheatre.org