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  “The Shortest Week” Event, Sponsored by Local University, Will Feature 40 Short Audiovisual Productions Made by Students

  Santo Domingo, July 6, 2019 – On July 3 the “Pontificia Universidad Católica Madre y Maestra” – (PUCMM) – one of the country’s most prestigious universities, held a press conference in Santo Domingo’s centrally located Novo Centro building, to announce that this year’s ‘The Shortest Week” festival will be held between July 22-26 at the … Continue reading "“The Shortest Week” Event, Sponsored by Local University, Will Feature 40 Short Audiovisual Productions Made by Students"
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  Ministry of Culture Announces Winners of Annual Literature Awards 2019

  Santo Domingo, July 4, 2019 – The Ministry of Culture recently announced the winners of the Annual Literature Awards 2019, in its six categories. Each of the winning authors will receive a prize of US$5,000 and a Certificate of Honor. The awards, issued through the Ministry’s Literary Department, strengthen its believe in the importance of … Continue reading "Ministry of Culture Announces Winners of Annual Literature Awards 2019"
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  The Colonial Gate 4D Cinema Will Present Visual Art Exhibit on “Girls of Fire”

  Santo Domingo, July 5, 2019 – The Colonial Gate 4D Cinema announced that it is opening a new cultural space in its facility dedicated to the visual arts. The new hall will present seasonal exhibits that will be accompanied by related cultural activities. Argentinian audio visual, ceramicist and pottery artist Eliana Oliva will open her … Continue reading "The Colonial Gate 4D Cinema Will Present Visual Art Exhibit on “Girls of Fire”"
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  The Dominican Republic Will Celebrate the Bicentennial of Colombia’s Independence

  Santo Domingo, July 5, 2019 – On July 11, the date when Colombia will celebrate the bicentennial of its National Independence, the Dominican authorities announced that a special event will be held in the Colonial Zone’s Spanish Plaza to also commemorate this important date. The event organizers – the Colombian Embassy in the D.R., the … Continue reading "The Dominican Republic Will Celebrate the Bicentennial of Colombia’s Independence"
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  Ministry of Culture Announces Santo Domingo’s VI National Theater Festival 2019

  Santo Domingo, July 1, 2019 – The Ministry of Culture has announced the celebration of the “VI National Theater Festival of Santo Domingo 2019,” which will be held from September 5 through 15. Festival participants will include theater groups and companies, and national theater troupes. The Ministry has explained that all those interested in participating … Continue reading "Ministry of Culture Announces Santo Domingo’s VI National Theater Festival 2019"
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  (Versión en español) Mario Martínez anuncia exposición de Ramón Oviedo en Artforo

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  Dominican Cultural Commission Will Honor Dominican Folklorist and Dancer Josefina Miniño

  New York, June 27, 2019 – As a way to honor the successful career of Dominican dancer Josefina Miniño, also known as “The Professor,” a special team headed by Rosa Guray will honor her trajectory during a special event planned for June 28, 2019, at 6:00 p.m., at the Ministry of Culture’s Dominican Cultural Commission … Continue reading "Dominican Cultural Commission Will Honor Dominican Folklorist and Dancer Josefina Miniño"
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  (Versión en español) Las plataformas digitales y las nuevas estrategias de comunicación impulsan la gastronomía iberoamericana en el siglo XXI

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• (Versión en español) 6to Festival Marisco Ripiao 2019

  6to Festival Marisco Ripiao 2019 Días: Del 28 al 30 de junio. Hora: 6:00 pm. A 12:00 am. Lugar: Plazoleta del Antiguo Muelle de Sánchez. Telefono:829-844-1959 / 809-682-8137 Para más información www.festivalmariscoripiao@gmail.com
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  DR Recommends Three Cities to Participate in UNESCO’s Network of Creative Cities Program

  París, France, June 21, 2019 – This past Thursday the Dominican Republic formally presented before the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) three local cities to be considered to enter the Network of Creative Cities and Sustainable Development program. The recommended cities are Santo Domingo (the Greater Santo Domingo area), San Pedro de … Continue reading "DR Recommends Three Cities to Participate in UNESCO’s Network of Creative Cities Program"