Celebrating Frida!
The Fabulous Phoenix Fridas Her influence is undeniable, her image is iconic. Frida Kahlo has inspired individuals everywhere, and under her legacy, is still uniting women, artisans and artists today.…
Celebrating 20 years!
One summer day in 1996, a few passionate individuals got together to discuss what was then just a nugget of an idea. Seeking to find a way to support artists,…
Interns needed to work with our Coalition of Artists
Cultural Coalition, Inc. is looking for a creative and innovative person to join their team as a paid Video Blogger Intern. This temporary position begins in February and end in…
7 Things You Need to Know Before Going to Dia de Los Muertos PHX Festival
You may never have attended a cultural event beyond a St. Patrick’s Day parade, so if you are going to Sunday’s Dia de Los Muertos PHX Festival, there are a few things you should know beforehand:
1: Dia de Los Muertos is NOT a “Mexican Halloween.” It is a celebration of the lives of those who have passed and an annual welcome back to those spirits. Festival goers unfamiliar with the holiday may think this weird, but Dia de Los Muertos is very respectful of the dead. Check your squeamishness at the festival gate, as life beyond the grave has a very large, welcome presence at the celebration.
Voces Unidas Performers, Caregivers to Sing at Dia de Los Muertos PHX Festival
The human voice often is used to express emotion, but a special group of singers that will perform at this year’s Dia de Los Muertos PHX Festival will show that…