There’s a lot to celebrate in the world of politics this year. Barack Obama, the first African American to be elected President of the United States, will finally take his seat in office. To honor this historic moment, another one will occur. Our people will participate in the Latino Inaugural Gala-"Celebrando El Cambio-Renewing America's Promise” on January 18th at Union Station. Rosario Dawson, Marc Anthony, and Don Omar are just a few of the many celebrities expected to bring down (or shall we say bring up!) the White House. Additional big name artists are expected to be named early next week.
"It is inspiring to have so many talented and admired Latino entertainers willing to come together in celebration of our nation's 44th President, and of the historic role Latinos played in this election," says Esther Aguilera, President and CEO of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute (CHCI). "This will truly be an impressive display of the musical and cultural contributions that our community has to offer."
"Bringing together such an incredible variety of entertainers will ensure that the Latino Inaugural Gala will be, without a doubt, one of the greatest and most memorable inaugural celebrations to date," explains Ramona Martinez, Chair of the DNC Hispanic Caucus, one of the organizations co-hosting the event.
With additional high-profile political figures expected to announce their participation in the coming days, tickets will indeed sell out.
"Voto Latino is thrilled that so many celebrities participated in the 2008 election by marching voters to the polls, phone banking, and throwing concerts," states Maria Teresa Peterson, Executive Director of Voto Latino, another organization co-hosting the Gala event. "The Latino Inaugural Gala is a celebration of our community's collective effort that, by working together across all disciplines, we can achieve a voice for a new generation of Americans. We must continue our momentum to ensure that this political awakening translates into political power that includes quality education, healthcare, and more."
However, this gala is not all about partying, although it is a special trait that Latinos proudly possess! Proceeds raised from the event will go to support the vision of creating a National Museum of the American Latino in Washington, D.C.
Tickets are on sale now at $200 each and can be purchased on-line at http://www.LatinoInauguralGala2009.org . Tickets are sold on a first-come first-serve basis. Get moving because these babies are expected to sell like hot pasteles!
Performances By:
Marc Anthony
Alejandro Sanz
Paulina Rubio
Don Omar
Lila Downs
WAR
Cucu Diamantes & Yerba Buena
Michael Salgado
Elida Reyna
Mariachi Los Camperos De Nati Cano
Also featuring:
Rosario Dawson
Luis Guzman
Rosie Perez
Tony Plana
Adam Rodriguez
Wilmer Valderrama
Angelica Vale
Plus more!
