El Teatro Campesino, founded by Luis Valdez in 1965, has been a pioneering force in Latino theatrical production in the United States. Originating on the Delano Grape Strike picket lines, the company performed actos or short skits on flatbed trucks and in union halls, setting the standard for teatro chicano. With a mission to create a vibrant community through theater, El Teatro Campesino engages in professional arts, community arts, and arts education, providing unique opportunities to experience the performing arts, accessible programming and productions that help create vibrant communities, and teatro-integrated lessons to equip the next generations with creative tools to succeed.
With over 58 years of teatro chicano, El Teatro Campesino continues to be a driving force in using theater as an artistic generator of social change. Led by Luis Valdez, the founding artistic director and playwright, the company explores the principles that underlie their innovations through their new book release, "Theatre of the Sphere." Committed to capturing social responsibility and addressing injustices, El Teatro Campesino invites individuals to join their vibrant community of volunteers and support their everyday giving page to ensure the continuation of their impactful programs.
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