Events / New York

The Essence of Us: A Cuban Story

92nd Street Y
Saturday, September 19, 2026
The world premiere of a new Nel Shelby documentary following Pedro Ruiz’s 92NY commission for Cuba’s Malpaso Dance Company, capturing the creation of a new work in Havana amid visa barriers. With a live performance by Ballet Hispánico New York of works by Cuban and Cuban American choreographers.
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1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY 10128
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