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Latinos in 60 Seconds  Las Carpas

Learn how Las Carpas, Mexican tent shows continue to influence present-day theater. Details

 

Program: Latinos in 60 Seconds

Episode: Las Carpas

Learn about the history of Las Carpas, Mexican tent shows. Find out how the performances continue to influence present day theater. The exhibit of Las Carpas at the Hertzberg Circus Museum in San Antonio, Texas, serves as the backdrop for this video. Produced by Manuel Ray Garcia.

Duration: (1:02)
Premiere Date: 09/09/2001
Episode Expires: Never
TV Rating: NR


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