(Versión en español) Concurso culinario Bacalao en navidad 

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  The Colorful Life of “Cambumbo,” a Popular Dominican Actor and Musician, Will be Taken to the Stage

  Santo Domingo, February 12, 2020 – During a recent press conference held at the National Theater, the producer, director and actors announced the upcoming play “Cambumbo,” based on the life story of one of the Dominican Republic’s most colorful musicians and theater personality: Tony Echavarría. Produced by Raúl Méndez and co-produced by Lulú Ceballos, in … Continue reading "The Colorful Life of “Cambumbo,” a Popular Dominican Actor and Musician, Will be Taken to the Stage"
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  Jazz Great Michel Camilo Chosen by Program “Dominican Musicians Distinguished Abroad” Sponsored by the Dominican Cultural Commission in the United States

  New York, February 11, 2020 – The Dominican Cultural Commission in the United States, through its Music Department, chose renown jazz musician and pianist Michel Camilo as one of the country’s most distinguished musicians living in the United States.   The program has the objective of promoting the artistic work and contributions made by musicians … Continue reading "Jazz Great Michel Camilo Chosen by Program “Dominican Musicians Distinguished Abroad” Sponsored by the Dominican Cultural Commission in the United States"
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  (Versión en español) La Dirección General de Cine (DGCINE) finaliza exitosamente el 3er Congreso Nacional de Cine

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  Dominican Gastronomy is an Integral Part of the National Folklore

  Santo Domingo, February 10, 2020 – Dominican gastronomy is a true mix of Indian, Spanish and African cultural influences. Through the years, and once adapted to what is now the Dominican Republic, the country’s true gastronomic history was developed. Unfortunately, opine gastronomic experts, many of the individuals that are involved in Dominican gastronomy today aren’t … Continue reading "Dominican Gastronomy is an Integral Part of the National Folklore"
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  “Grupo Rica” Launches Book on its 50 Year History as a Leader in the Country’s Agricultural History

  Santo Domingo, February 7, 2020 – “Grupo Rica,” the country’s most important agricultural group, recently launched the book “Rica: 50 años de historia” (Rica: A 50 Year History, unofficial translation) which summarizes the history and legacy of its founder, Dr. Julio Brache. The book is written by renowned Dominican historian Frank Moya Pons. The ceremony … Continue reading "“Grupo Rica” Launches Book on its 50 Year History as a Leader in the Country’s Agricultural History"
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  International Jazz Day is Celebrated for Ninth Consecutive Year in the Dominican Republic

  Santo Domingo, February 4, 2020 – On November 2011, the United Nations Organization for Education, Science and Culture (UNESCO) officially designated April 30 of each year as International Jazz Day. The goal was to highlight the importance of this very American musical genre and the role it has played in international diplomacy. Through its music, … Continue reading "International Jazz Day is Celebrated for Ninth Consecutive Year in the Dominican Republic"
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  Good Food During Dominican Carnival with La Chefa

  Santiago, February 5, 2020 – Professional Dominican chef Rosa María Gómez, known in the local gastronomic scene as “La Chefa,” recently announced a special event titled “Good Food During Dominican Carnival.” The idea is inspired by the traditions of the Dominican carnival and its colorful characters. The Dominican carnival is a popular expression of local … Continue reading "Good Food During Dominican Carnival with La Chefa"
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  Global Film Festival Ends Successfully and Consolidates its History as One of the Most Important Film Events of the Dominican Republic

  Santo Domingo, February 3, 2020 – The Global Film Festival concluded with a special 12 +1 event, where the public thoroughly enjoyed the possibility of watching more films, more documentaries and shorts, more exhibits and a much broader agenda of activities that highlighted the role of women in the movie industry, the history of the … Continue reading "Global Film Festival Ends Successfully and Consolidates its History as One of the Most Important Film Events of the Dominican Republic"
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  (Versión en español) El Desfile Nacional del Carnaval de Santo Domingo 2020 será celebrado el 8 de marzo

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  Ministry of Culture Declares Country’s Founding Father Juan Pablo Duarte Diez as the “Father of Dominican Theater”

  The Ministry’s Declaration coincides with the celebration of the 207th anniversary of the birth of Juan Pablo Duarte Santo Domingo, January 29, 2020 – The Ministry of Culture proclaimed Juan Pablo Duarte, the Founding Father of the Dominican Republic, as the Father of Dominican Theater because of his initiative to found The Philanthropic Society in … Continue reading "Ministry of Culture Declares Country’s Founding Father Juan Pablo Duarte Diez as the “Father of Dominican Theater”"