Concerts & Events

Alejandra Robles "La Morena"

Alejandra Robles, born in Puerto Escondido, Oaxaca, is a renowned Afro-Mexican and indigenous singer and dancer, whose music is deeply rooted in the traditional sounds of the Mexican coasts. Known as La Morena, her vibrant blend of Afro-Mexican and indigenous rhythms from Oaxaca, Guerrero, and Veracruz is further enriched by Caribbean and Latin American influences, including styles like chilena, mambo, rumba, and bolero.

Beyond her music, Alejandra hosts the television series Las Joyas de Oaxaca, where she highlights the stories and contributions of Oaxacan artists, musicians, and artisans. Through her performances, advocacy, and television work, Alejandra continues to champion both her Afro-Mexican and indigenous roots, ensuring that these cultures thrive for generations to come.

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Calpulli Ocelotl-Cihuacoatl

Calpulli Ocelotl-Cihuacoatl was founded by Rosa Huilotlalcoatl Xochitlmazatl Gaytan in 2000 with the mission of preserving and promoting the rich cultural heritage and traditions of the Mexica (Aztec) people. What began as a small, intergenerational group of just three families, including grandparents, parents, and children, has since grown into a larger community dedicated to reviving indigenous traditions and fostering cultural pride.
The group's practices originally took place at St. Sylvester Catholic Parish in the Logan Square neighborhood of Chicago. Over time, Calpulli Ocelotl-Cihuacoatl has become a vibrant community where members learn and practice traditional Mexica dance, music, and rituals. Central to the group's identity is the teaching of the Danza Mexica, a traditional Aztec dance that honors the ancestors and connects participants with the natural and spiritual world.
Through performances, workshops, and public events, the group actively works to educate others about the significance of Mexica traditions and indigenous rights, making them an important cultural institution within Chicago.

https://ocelotlcihuacoatl.org/