HECHA DE ORO
December 15-20, 2025
Trinity Street Playhouse Theater
This multidisciplinary production follows the story of Oshun — the Yoruba deity of fertility, beauty, and love. Through Afro-Latin dance and music, Hecha de Oro brings Oshun’s world to life, revealing the power, passion, and generosity of a goddess often dismissed for her soft, feminine nature yet revered as one of the most resilient Orishas of the Yoruba pantheon.
Rooted in Afro-Latin futurism, this performance merges traditional folklore with contemporary storytelling — a vibrant fusion of salsa, flamenco, Afro-Cuban folk, Cuban modern, hip-hop, live percussion, rap, spoken word, and non-binary partner dance. Together, they create a living ritual of resilience and rebirth, guiding audiences through courage and sacrifice toward self-love, acceptance, and freedom.
Rooted in Afro-Latin futurism, this performance merges traditional folklore with contemporary storytelling — a vibrant fusion of salsa, flamenco, Afro-Cuban folk, Cuban modern, hip-hop, live percussion, rap, spoken word, and non-binary partner dance. Together, they create a living ritual of resilience and rebirth, guiding audiences through courage and sacrifice toward self-love, acceptance, and freedom.
WHY THIS ART MATTERS
This year, major national arts funding cuts have left us without support. Your contribution helps keep inclusive performance art alive.
Our school’s mission is to honor and celebrate inclusivity, authenticity, and innovation through the joyous passion and magic of Afro-Latin dance, music, and culture.
We honor our African legacy within Latin dance heritage, often left out of mainstream narratives, by training directly in countries of origin and recognizing Afro-folklore techniques as equally valuable as Eurocentric dance forms within Latinx heritage.
We celebrate inclusivity and authenticity by creating performances that challenge the status quo, such as non-gendered partner dancing and switching lead and follow within a single sequence. We encourage unique self-expression in costuming, allowing performers to choose their preferred gender representation, and we choreograph pieces that elevate and spotlight everyone.
By honoring Afro-folklore technique and history while pushing the boundaries of inclusivity, we fuse our past and future in imaginative ways, creating seamless transitions between them and re-envisioning a world where the marginalized reclaim their space and power, blending diverse worlds to tell one story.
Help reach our goal of keeping inclusive and culturally relevant art alive!
Our school’s mission is to honor and celebrate inclusivity, authenticity, and innovation through the joyous passion and magic of Afro-Latin dance, music, and culture.
We honor our African legacy within Latin dance heritage, often left out of mainstream narratives, by training directly in countries of origin and recognizing Afro-folklore techniques as equally valuable as Eurocentric dance forms within Latinx heritage.
We celebrate inclusivity and authenticity by creating performances that challenge the status quo, such as non-gendered partner dancing and switching lead and follow within a single sequence. We encourage unique self-expression in costuming, allowing performers to choose their preferred gender representation, and we choreograph pieces that elevate and spotlight everyone.
By honoring Afro-folklore technique and history while pushing the boundaries of inclusivity, we fuse our past and future in imaginative ways, creating seamless transitions between them and re-envisioning a world where the marginalized reclaim their space and power, blending diverse worlds to tell one story.
Help reach our goal of keeping inclusive and culturally relevant art alive!
FAQs
I bought a ticket but can no longer attend. Will I get a refund?
All tickets are final sale and non-refundable; however, we may issue a refund in very limited circumstances, up to 7 days before the event. You may also transfer your ticket to someone else. For refund requests or ticket transfers, please email us at orodancecompany@gmail.com.
Can I transfer my ticket to somebody else?
Yes, you can transfer your ticket to another individual by emailing us at orodancecompany@gmail.com and forwarding them the Eventbrite email containing your ticket.
Can I exchange my ticket for another showing?
We are unable to make date changes to existing reservations. However, you can transfer your ticket to someone else.
Can I bring my kids?
Yes, the show is open to all audiences. While it wasn't specifically created for children, it is family-friendly.
Do I need to purchase a ticket for my young child?
Yes, unless your child is small enough to sit comfortably on your lap for the entire show. Every seat in the theater is accounted for, so children taking a seat must have a full ticket.
Are photography and video recording allowed?
Yes, photography and video recording are allowed, but flash photography and video are prohibited. We appreciate you tagging @orodancecompany in any social media posts you make.
Is the venue wheelchair accessible?
Yes, the building is equipped with ramps and elevators. Please email us at orodancecompany@gmail.com if you have a wheelchair or other specific accessibility needs so we can accommodate you accordingly.
Will there be food or drinks available for purchase?
There will be no food or drinks available for purchase and no food or drinks are permitted inside the theater.
Are there strobe light effects?
No, this show does not include any strobe lighting effects.
Are there assigned seats?
Yes. Our VIP tickets offer a centered view of the performance, while our General Admission tickets provide a side view. Early bird tickets are all front-row seats.