
Baile Cangrejero
October 23rd – November 16th, 2025
Puerto Rican Traveling Theater
304 W 47th St, New York, NY 10036
A Vibrant Tribute to Afro-Latiné Culture Through Music, Dance & Poetry!
Rooted in tradition yet boldly contemporary, Baile Cangrejero highlights the deep connections between music, resistance, and identity across Puerto Rico, Cuba, the Dominican Republic, and Peru. This high-energy theatrical concert is both homage and an invitation to feel, move, and remember through rhythm and verse.
Starring award-winning actor Anna Malavé and directed by the acclaimed Jorge B. Merced.
Featured Poems
Ay, ay, ay de la grifa negra by Julia de Burgos
Danza Negra by Luis Palés Matos
Baile Cangrejero by Fortunato Vizcarrondo
Enamorao by Fortunato Vizcarrondo
El Apellido by Nicolás Guillén
Loiza Aldea by Fortunato Vizcarrondo
Majestad Negra by Luis Palés Matos
Muerte en el Ring by Nicomedes Santa Cruz
Trópico Suelto by Manuel del Cabral
¿Y tu agüela, a’onde ejtá? by Fortunato Vizcarrondo
Tickets Start at $30
Event Details
Puerto Rican Traveling Theater
304 W 47th St, New York, NY 10036
(b/w 8th & 9th Avenues)
Trains # 1, C, E to 50th Street
Questions? Call us at 718-585-1202
October 23 – November 16, 2025
Thu. – Fri. 7:00 PM
Sat. 8:00 PM
Sat. & Sun. 3:00 PM Matinee
Starring Anna Malavé. Full ensemble cast to be announced soon!
Directed by:
Jorge B. Merced
Musical Director:
Desmar Guevara
Production Manager:
Jessica Moya
Assistant Stage Manager:
Brianna Guillén
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The actors and stage managers employed in this production are members of Actors’ Equity Association, the union of professional actors and stage managers in the United States. This Theater operates under an Actors’ Equity Association Off-Broadway NYC-LOA.
Julia de Burgos (Puerto Rico, 1916-1953)
Manuel del Cabral (Dominican Republic, 1907-1999)
Nicolás Guillén (Cuba, 1902-1981)
Luis Palés Matos (Puerto Rico, 1899-1959)
Nicomedes Santa Cruz (Perú, 1925-1992)
Fortunato Vizcarrondo (Puerto Rico, 1896-1980)
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“Absolutely amazing. The performances that I’ve watched here are fantastic. The staff are also extremely helpful.” ~ Erica
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“Amazing theater, great shows! Intimate setting so EVERY seat is a good one. Support this amazing institution!” ~ Miguel G.
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“It was great I’m so glad my husband I were able to come and see it. I will definitely recommend . Every Young person should come and see it. They’re talented! The music the singing the acting excellent!! Inspiring!!!” ~ Nicolasa D.
Our Esteemed Funders
Pregones/PRTT’s Mainstage is generously funded by Ford Foundation, Howard Gilman Foundation, Shubert Foundation, and Scherman Foundation. This program is also made possible, in part, by public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs, in partnership with the City Council, and the New York State Council on the Arts, with the support of the Governor’s Office and the New York State Legislature. For a full list of our funders, click here.


