October 16, 2025
Soles of Duende dancers find common ground Nov. 5 at Eisenhower Auditorium
Artists make space for cross-cultural conversation with ‘Can We Dance Here?’ and The Joyfull events
Soles of Duende features the percussive sounds of tap (Amanda Castro), Spanish flamenco (Arielle Rosales), and Kathak Indian classical dance (Brinda Guha) in a rhythmic example of how visual performing arts can speak volumes without saying a word.
Credit: Jamie KrausDance artists from three distinct cultural backgrounds will share the stage for a stylistic discourse without saying a word. Soles of Duende will perform “Can We Dance Here?” at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 5, in Eisenhower Auditorium.
Tickets are $52 for an adult, $14 for a University Park student, and $19 for a person 18 and younger and are available for purchase online. Avoid the $4 fee by purchasing over the phone at 814-863-0255 or in person, weekdays 10 a.m.–4 p.m., at Eisenhower Auditorium.
Soles of Duende features the percussive sounds of tap (Amanda Castro), Spanish flamenco (Arielle Rosales), and Kathak Indian classical dance (Brinda Guha) in a rhythmic example of how visual performing arts can speak volumes without saying a word.
Post-performance discussion
After the performance, the artists will speak with interested audience members.
Visit Soles of Duende online to purchase tickets and for more information about a free related Joyfull event.
Soles of Duende features the percussive sounds of dance accompanied by musicians.
Credit: Daryl PadillaTHE JOYFULL
The Joyfull: Soles of Duende Edition will be from 6–8 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 4, in Alumni Hall of the HUB-Robeson Center.
Everyone in the community is invited to the free event that celebrates the culture of visiting and local artists alongside a filling meal and mental nourishment. Free sustainable utensil sets will be given to first-time attendees.
The Joyfull is free and open to the public. Registration is required. Visit The Joyfull online for more information and to register. Donations will be accepted. Pay what you wish. Join as a member, or text DonateCPA to 41444.
ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
Support provided by
Debra Lee Latta and Dr. Stanley E. Latta Endowment
Accessibility services supported by
Sidney and Helen S. Friedman Endowment
A grant from the University Park Fee Board makes Penn State student prices possible.
Support for The Joyfull provided by
Dick Brown and Sandy Zaremba
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