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“An Artistic Path”: Joel Valentin-Martinez Lecture & Performance ft. Joshua Martinez

by Illuminations: The Chancellor's Arts & Culture Initiative

Cultural Art Dance Latinx Performance

Thu, May 22, 2025

5 PM – 6:30 PM PDT (GMT-7)

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Social Sciences Plaza B room 1222

University of California, Irvine, Irvine, CA 92697, United States

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Join us for an inspiring evening of movement, culture, and creativity at “An Artistic Path: A Lecture and Performance by Joel Valentín-Martínez.” This special event combines a behind-the-scenes look at contemporary Latinx dance with a live performance excerpt from one of Valentín-Martínez’s latest works in progress.

What to Expect:

- An engaging lecture featuring the artist’s personal journey through dance and choreography

- A special screening of past and current projects

- A live performance segment from his newest creative work ft. Joshua Martinez

- Insight into the Latinx experience in contemporary dance

Joel Valentín-Martínez is a renowned choreographer and former principal dancer with Garth Fagan Dance (1990–2003), having performed globally across five continents. His recent works include “Last Dance” (Mexico City), “Dear Brother” (Toronto), and collaborations with dance companies in Puerto Rico, Chicago, and beyond.

Whether you're a dance lover, student, or simply curious about the power of artistic expression through movement, this is a must-attend event!

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Social Sciences Plaza B room 1222

University of California, Irvine, Irvine, CA 92697, United States

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