Featuring Beauty and the Beast, and original collaborative piece by Danella Bedford and Marisol Moreno The Summer Dance Showcase featured the students of the CEC Summer Dance Intensive through a dynamic series of choreographic works in ballet, Spanish dance, latin dance, and jazz. Choreographers include Danella Bedford, Marisol Moreno, Kenia Garcia Cabrera, and Cristina Masdueño. *Photography by Francisco Sanchez.
Featuring the students in the CEC Musical Theatre and Music Intensives Theatre Direction: Joel Castillo Musical Direction: Yirka Ledon and Norman Milanés
Tickets on sale Sunday, May 1st at 10:00 a.m. through Ticketmaster.
Congratulations to all of the young artists whose artwork was displayed in the “Taste of the Tropics” Visual Arts show on May 14th. We are in awe of the marvels and beauty of each piece that formed part of the 2022 Visual Arts Show this past weekend. The way Mrs. Vazquez conceptualized and curated the show and inspired such incredible growth and progress in each one of her students is absolutely amazing and a testimony to the *magic*, teamwork, and creativity that happens at Conchita each day. The show would not have been possible without the tireless hours of…
CEC advanced ballet students, Mia Toribio and Catalina Vigil, competed in the Dance Open America International Dance Competition. They were both selected to participate in the Grand Prix Finals, which took place in May. The competition featured an impressive panel of judges, and we are very proud of Mia and Catalina’s final results. Catalina Vigil Gold for Teen Classical 3rd Place and Gold for Teen Contemporary Selected as an Ambassador. In the Grand Prix Finals- 4th place, securing a place in the Top 20. Based on her participation in video preselection, Rodolfo Castellanos, Artistic Director of Programa D’Alt Rendiment En Dansa, awarded Catalina Vigil a…
Congratulations to all of the students and teachers who participated in this year’s Spring Music Concerts! It was magnificent to see the growth, progression, and passion of so many young musicians! Over the course of two weeks, we witnessed hundreds of young artists, each in different parts of their musical and educational journey. However, every single student who got up on stage to perform displayed a beautiful spirit, courage, discipline, passion, and dedication. We could not be prouder of our music students, and the music faculty who encourage, teacher, and inspire them each day!
Congratulations to the dancers who competed in the Onstage NY Competition on March 19-20. Each dancer gave their heart and soul to their pieces and we could not be prouder. Thank you to Ms. Danella Bedford and Dr. Kenia Garcia Cabrera for their impeccable training, dedication, leadership, and the love with which they so carefully and thoughtfully prepare each dancer for the experience. Below are the results from the competition: As a school, we received an award for “Versatility” and “Backstage Good Sportsmanship.” G- Gold HG – High gold P – Platinum JUNIOR MASTERY Solos Emma Joudeh – G,…
Saturday, March 26 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Groups: Pink Ballet, Light Blue Ballet, Jerez Spanish Dance, Teruel Spanish Dance
Wednesday, April 6 Rosita Segovia Theatre
Thursday, April 7 Rosita Segovia Theatre Groups: Youth Ensemble I, Youth Ensemble II, Junior Theatre Mastery
For 87 years, Conchita Espinosa Conservatory of the Arts (CEC) has maintained their commitment to the development of young artists. CEC offers students exceptional technical and artistic training within a nurturing environment that allows them to develop into human beings with a deep understanding, appreciation, and respect for the Arts. Enrollment is open to the community and not limited to students from the Academy. Classes are also available for professionals and adults.
