National Hispanic Foundation for the Arts

‘Going Varsity In Mariachi’ Scores Netflix Debut After Award-Winning Sundance Bow: Documentary “Jam-Packed With Music, Joy And Heart” Netflix will debut 'Going Varsity in Mariachi' on August 29, a documentary about high school musicians in South Texas.

NHFA is excited to announce its 2024 Artists in Residency! We’ve partnered with the Palm Awards, Texas’ premier high school theatre showcase, to bring top Texas talent to our Musical Residency Initiative. These performers, alongside award-winning mariachi from , will light up the stage at NHFA’s Noche Musical on September 18, 2024, in Washington, DC. 🎶

Catch Mariachi and Palm Awards students representing the RGV with pride, adding their unique flair to this unforgettable evening. Plus, don’t miss Going Varsity in Mariachi on later this month, featuring these talented students! 🌟

Thank you to our partners for celebrating high school theater and sharing your incredible talent at NHFA’s Noche Musical.

Xolo Maridueña appears on screen as Miguel Diaz for the final season of ’s , premiering part 1 this Thursday, July 18. Xolo brought his Ecuadorian heritage to the show and his role as Jaime in , and he hopes to work with other Latinos to bring our diverse stories to a broader audience.

“No one movie is going to totally capture the Latino experience, but as we make more of them, more people start to realize that the universal experience of being Latino comes in different shapes and colors and sizes and experiences,” he said in an interview with .

We’re thrilled to watch our 2023 NHFA Horizon Award winner help advance !

What’s missing from this RNC pundit panel?

Night after night, it’s marginalizing to see Latinos consistently excluded from political panels discussing the 2024 Republican National Committee’s Convention. Executive producers must improve by actively diversifying viewpoints on issues affecting all Americans. The absence of Latino voices in these discussions harms all voters, especially considering the substantial influence of the Latino voting bloc.

In this pivotal election year, amidst considerable uncertainty, it is crucial to broaden the spectrum of viewpoints to authentically represent the perspectives of America’s diverse cultures, ethnicities, and races.

NHFA has diligently advocated for the recognition of Latino journalists and the amplification of their voices. We urge major news networks to persist in their efforts towards parity.

¡Orgullo Latino!

We’re bursting with pride as we celebrate the incredible Latino talent nominated for the 76th Emmy Awards! These amazing artists are making waves and representing our community on the in front and behind the camera.

Here are some nominations to keep your eye on

👏 Sofía Vergara - Griselda - Outstanding Lead Actress In A Limited Or Anthology Series Or Movie
👏 Nava Mau - Baby Reindeer - Outstanding Supporting Actress In A Limited Or Anthology Series Or Movie
👏 Selena Gomez - Only Murders In The Building - Outstanding Lead Actress In A Comedy Series
👏 Néstor Carbonell - Sh**un - Outstanding Guest Actor In A Drama Series
👏 Liza Colón-Zayas - The Bear - Outstanding Supporting Actress In A Comedy Series
👏 Carlos Rafael Rivera - Lessons In Chemistry - Outstanding Original Main Title Theme Music
👏 Camilo Forero - Beckham & Seeing Red - Outstanding Music Composition For A Documentary Series Or Special (Original Dramatic Score)
👏 Ana Gabriela Quinonez Urrego - Ahsoka - Outstanding Prosthetic Makeup

Let’s show them our support! 👏

audiences are propelling films to new heights domestically and internationally - like Inside Out 2, which passed $1 billion at the global box office and opened in the U.S. to the biggest launch since last summer's Barbie. The Hollywood Reporter credits diverse audiences for helping the film achieve this feat, with Latinos making up 38% of the audience in the U.S. Studies show that our community watches movies in theaters more than other groups, especially family-friendly stories, demonstrating that Hollywood studios must give Latino filmmakers a seat at the table if they want to build an audience and see success.

This tragic story is not unique - racism against Latinos and all immigrants is on the rise. NHFA is committed to stamping out hate, which is why pushing back against hateful tropes in the media is more vital than ever. We must ensure Latino representation shows the full dimension of our community’s U.S. contributions that should dispel harmful stereotypes.

Nebraska Man Tells Hispanic Family To ‘Go Back to Their Country’ Before Shooting 7 of Them Investigators identified the shooter as Billy Booth, 74, of Crete, Nebraska, according to the Nebraska State Patrol.

Congrats to Ángel Manuel Soto, director of "Blue Beetle" and recipient of NHFA's Raul Julia Award for Excellence Award, for being invited to join the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences (Academy Awards)! His achievements on "Blue Beetle" show that when Latinos are given opportunities behind the camera, they are more likely to invite other Latino talent to their projects. Ángel is one of 41 new Latino members admitted in 2024. We look forward to greater at one of the film industry's biggest celebrations.

See the full list from the LA Times: https://www.latimes.com/delos/story/2024-06-27/film-academy-ampas-oscars-kate-del-castillo-angel-manuel-soto-linda-yvette-chavez

Latinos played some of our favorite TV characters last year, from in to in - yet Variety reports that only 6% of the 1,957 actors who were submitted in all Emmy categories are Latino. We urge Hollywood to increase opportunities for Latinos to showcase our unique talent and stories.

Check out Variety's list of 16 Latinos who should be considered for this year's Emmys: https://variety.com/lists/emmys-latino-actors-contenders-2024-selena-gomez-ricky-martin/

Celebrate by listening to your favorite Latino artists or watching them on screen! 🎶🎧📺

Pictured: In The Heights (Starring Anthony Ramos and Melissa Barrera), Young Miko, West Side Story (Starring Ariana DeBose), Ana Gabriel, Encanto (Starring Stephanie Beatriz and more!), and Selena.

Latinos shined at last night's ! Three Latinas were nominated for their on-stage performances: Eden Espinosa (Best Actress in a Musical, "Lempicka"), Lindsay Mendez (Best Performance by a Featured Actress in a Musical, “Merrily We Roll Along"), and Leslie Rodriguez Kritzer (Best Performance by a Featured Actress in a Musical, "Spamalot"). Two Latinos were nominated for wardrobe achievements: Emilio Sosa (Best Costume Design of a Play, “Purlie Victorious”) and David Israel Reynoso (Best Costume Design of a Musical, “Water for Elephants”).

Ariana DeBose also performed a beautiful tribute to trailblazer Chita Rivera in the classic purple Anita dress Rivera wore in West Side Story, with Tony-winner Brian Stokes Mitchell saying that Rivera "redefined what it meant to be a Latina in show business."

Learn more about the nominees from NBC: https://www.nbcnews.com/news/latino/latino-nominees-tony-awards-broadway-hispanic-stars-rcna157110

Adria Arjona captivates viewers as Madison Masters in Netflix's latest film Hit Man, directed by Richard Linklater and starring Glen Powell. The half-Guatemalan, half-Puerto Rican actress spoke to The New York Times about her career and navigating the industry as a Latina, saying her experience on this film was unlike any other.

“As a Latin American actress, I feel like I've often made myself smaller. Like, ‘I'm so lucky to be here; I don't want to ruffle things too much. But Rick made me feel like, ‘Don't make yourself smaller, you're so much bigger.’”

With a range of projects in the future, such as season 2 of Andor and Zoë Kravitz’s directorial debut Blink Twice, Arjona will continue to impress! Read the full interview here: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/06/09/movies/adria-arjona-hit-man.html

Latinas in music shape our community with powerful songs and artistry that define all genres. Billboard’s Mujeres Latinas en la Música honored eight artists, 40 music executives, and 10 executives to watch to celebrate the continued rise of Latin music in the US, including Karol G (Woman of the Year), Ana Bárbara (Lifetime Achievement Award), Ángela Aguilar (Musical Dynasty Award), Camila Cabello (Global Impact Award), Gloria Estefan (Legend Award), Kali Uchis (Rising Star Award), Kany García (Spirit of Change Award), and La India (Pioneer Award). Felicitaciones!

Full list of awardees here: https://www.billboard.com/h/latin-women-in-music-2024/

Who is Xavi? The 19-year-old breakout música mexicana star is connecting with millions of Latino listeners, first through covers on TikTok and now with his own record-breaking music. Xavi always knew his music would be Mexican, saying, "I'm sticking with música mexicana because it's where we can be ourselves and raise our flag up high. That's all I want to do." His inspirational story will help young Latinos understand what's possible when you never give up on your dreams. 👏 Check out his interview with Teen Vogue: https://www.teenvogue.com/story/xavi-talks-debut-album-karol-g-iconic-troubadour-show-interview

Happy from NHFA! We celebrate the LGBTQ+ members of our community who share their personal stories through the arts. Their achievements show Latinos and the world how we can love and express our true selves.

Jimmy Smits, NHFA Co-Founder, is Renew magazine's latest cover star! In the interview, Smits shares more about NHFA's 27-year history, his dedication to health and humanitarian causes, and his decision to pursue projects as an actor and producer. Check it out: https://issue33.uhcrenewmagazine.com/2024/articles/feature-jimmy-smits/

As graduation season comes to a close, we encourage incoming Latino college students to pursue a career in the arts! Whether in front of or behind the camera, the possibilities to grow in all roles are endless - and NHFA is proud to support emerging talent through scholarships and programs to develop personal and professional skill sets.

Felicitaciones to , , and , stars of ‘Emilia Pérez,’ for winning best actress at the prestigious ! Gascón, who accepted the award on behalf of the cast, also made LGBTQ+ Latino history by becoming the first transgender actress to win at Cannes. We can't wait to see when it hits theaters!

Estevie is the first Latina artist to win the Grulke Prize for Developing U.S. Act at the 2024 SXSW. She talks to the Los Angeles Times about her background as a Mexican American, the inspirations for her cumbia pop hits, and her goals for the future. Her hits like El Paso and Canela fuse traditional Latin styles with modern pop.

¡Felicidades, sigue creando e inspirando!

The growth and availability of Spanish-language content on streaming services pushes Latinos away from cable and toward streaming services. A new study from Horowitz revealed that paid subscription services are used by 78% of the Latino population versus 63% of the general population who responded. 🤯💻 Let us know in the comments your favorite Spanish-language TV show or film you've watched recently!

Check out other highlights from the survey here:

Survey: Latino Audiences More Likely to Watch Paid, Free, and Live TV Streaming Services Than Average Viewer The increasing availability of Spanish-language content on streaming services is pushing more and more Latino viewers away from cable.

Congratulations to the rising talent winners of the 6th Annual Palm Awards! We're thrilled for your performance in September at NHFA's Noche Musical and can't wait for you to showcase your talent at the nation’s capital before an audience of entertainment industry leaders, administration and government officials, and many others.

The Palm Awards lead the effort in talent cultivation by recognizing hundreds of high school students from across the Rio Grande Valley for their achievements in theater. NHFA is proud to partner with the Palm Awards on our summer musical residency program that works to prepare selected students to perform at our annual Noche Musical in Washington DC.

Felix Sanchez, our Chair and Co-Founder, attended this year's to celebrate Latinos, mentor students, and present the Best Musical Production Award.

Sanchez participated on a panel alongside Nicholas Gonzalez and Dannie McCallum encouraging high school students to aim higher when applying to university theater programs.

Felicidades a los ganadores!

It’s great that we are going to have early Presidential Debates, but the obvious question is whether there will be Latino diversity in the moderators. Have we not understood that

NHFA 2023 Spotlight Award Recipient Ramón Rodríguez continues to lead ABC's on its' second season.

Hats off to him for producing Will Trent and maintaining his commitment to ensure Latino characters are not stereotyped, as he shared with the audience at NHFAs 2023 Visioning Summit alongside Angel Manuel Soto and Eugenio Derbez, who all agreed Latinos must have the power to tell their own stories.

Rodríguez continued the conversation in a recent NBC News Article.

"I would love to see that door get busted wide open and be able to tell more of our stories authentically, and they need to trust us to tell our stories. Let us tell ’em!"

Thank you Ramón for spotlighting .

Check out his full interview: https://www.nbcnews.com/news/latino/will-trent-actor-ramon-rodriguez-created-hit-shows-iconic-detective-rcna150034

Mexican actress Nava Mau is making her mark on the entertainment industry with her performance on Netflix's . Her performance as Teri is praised for breaking Latino stereotypes and portraying a trans Latina who steps into her own power. It's exciting to see the Latino LGBTQ+ community continue to take on new opportunities and roles that allow their heritage and sense of self to shine!

Read the full article from Remezcla here: https://remezcla.com/film/meet-nava-mau-mexican-trans-actress-netflix-hit-show-baby-reindeer/

Latinos owned the Met Gala this year! From the mastermind behind the design to the co-chairs and the red-carpet royalty, it was a cultural celebration. Check out which Latinos were in attendance: 📸

2024 is tonight! The costumes are works of art themselves, but the meticulously crafted sets truly transport you into the world of haute couture.

Since 2007, Raul Àvila has been transforming the into magical worlds, setting the bar higher with each year’s thematic design.

His resume is seriously impressive, he’s designed sets for the & , fashion shows for , , and , and events for the , , and .

We're celebrating by rewatching some of our favorite Latino actors save the galaxy on screen. 🪐💫

Pictured: NHFA Co-Founder Jimmy Smits as , Oscar Isaac as , Pedro Pascal as , Diego Luna as , Rosario Dawson as , Adria Arjona as Bix Caleen, and Lupita Nyong'o as the voice of Maz Kanata.

Latino artists are continuing to break down barriers! In 2023, Latin music generated $1.4 billion, a 16% increase in revenue from 2022 and a new all-time high according to the Recording Industry Association of America's annual report. This is a prime example of how Latino purchasing power is having an impact on the music industry. 🎶 Read more:

'Dale play': Latin Music outpaces all other genres in earnings in the U.S. According to the Recording Industry Association of America, Latin Music generated 1.4 billion dollars in 2023

🥂SALUD 🥂

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