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An Evening with Cheech Marin

Co-presented with the Japanese American Cultural & Community Center
Date: Tuesday, Mar 28, 2017
Time: 7:30pm
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Did you know that Cheech—which is not his real name—is also the owner of the most renowned collection of Chicano art in the world? He also grew up the son of a cop. He even crushed Anderson Cooper on Celebrity Jeopardy! In his long-awaited memoir, this counterculture legend writes candidly about coming-of-age as the wisecracking kid in 1960s Los Angeles, resisting the draft as a young man, and many other surprising journeys along the way of creating one of the most successful comedy acts of all time. Join us for a spirited evening as Cheech reflects on his incredible career in conversation with L.A.’s own Marisol Hernandez, lead singer of the GRAMMY award-winning La Santa Cecilia.

Frequently asked questions

Cheech Marin

Primarily known as an actor, a director, and a performer, Cheech Marin is also an avid art collector. His collection of Chicano art is lent to art institutions worldwide, and he has authored numerous books inspired by his collection. In addition to art books, Marin is also an author of three children’s books. His work on behalf of Latinos has been recognized with the 2000 Creative Achievement Award from the Imagen Foundation and the 1999 ALMA Community Service Award from the National Council of La Raza and Kraft Foods.


Marisol Hernandez

Marisol “La Marisoul” Hernandez was born and raised in Los Angeles, California and she is the lead singer in the Mexican-American band La Santa Cecilia. The band brings inspiration from all over the world, using Pan-American rhythms like rumba, bolero, cumbia, tango, jazz, rock and klezmer music, to sing about love, social justice, loss and life . For their full-length studio album, Treinta Dias, the band won a GRAMMY for Best Latin Rock, Urban or Alternative Album in 2014. They recently released Buenaventura, also nominated for a GRAMMY in 2017.


Location
This program will take place at the Aratani Theatre of the Japanese American Cultural & Community Center, at 244 S San Pedro St, Los Angeles, CA 90012.

Parking
Parking is available in multiple lots around the theatre. Note that many lots are cash only. Click here for specific lots and directions.

Will Call
6:30pm – Will call opens

7:00pm – House opens

7:30pm – Program begins

Photo I.D. required to pick up tickets at will call. All tickets are non-refundable.

Copies of the featured book, Cheech Is Not My Real Name…But Don’t Call Me Chong! will be available for purchase via The Library Store, at the program. You must show a valid proof of purchase from the Library Store in order to enter the book signing line.

Main image: Cheech Marin Credit: Hector Levya @sugarmillstudios


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Stacy Lieberman

As President and CEO of the Library Foundation of Los Angeles (LFLA), Stacy Lieberman is an innovative and inclusive leader whose career dwells at the intersection of arts and culture, lifelong learning, storytelling, and equitable access. Stacy guides the Foundation’s philanthropic and public-facing priorities to serve the Los Angeles Public Library, embracing the notion that libraries are beacons of democracy where everyone is welcome. She works intentionally with community leaders, donors, and internal and external strategic partners to raise awareness and resources for the Library and its life-changing initiatives.

With more than 20 years of experience as a senior executive, Stacy has left an indelible mark on iconic L.A. arts, non-profit, and educational institutions such as The Broad, the Autry Museum of the American West, and the Skirball Cultural Center. Building on an early career in book publishing, she has dedicated her professional life to sharing stories and broadening the reach of public institutions to welcome visitors and students of all ages and backgrounds to experience educational, arts, and cultural opportunities.