Award winning ensemble group Playground Ensemble will present a show, Celebrate Dia de los Muertos, featuring Gabriela Ortiz’s ceremonial "Altar de Muertos" on Colorado School of Mines campus. In addition to string instruments, it features water drums, traditional ankle rattles, and masks made by local Mexican artist, Josefina Calzada. Attendees are invited to honor loved ones by bringing an offering for the ofrenda before the show. Following the show, the String Quartet performers will also be participating in a Q&A. Free and open to the public.
Location:
Colorado School of Mines
Green Center (Map)
