The infectious rhythms that transformed East Harlem into Latin music’s epicenter will pulse through downtown Los Angeles this August, as MUSE/IQUE presents “Like It Like Harlem” at the Mark Taper Forum.
Running August 8 to 10, the production explores how mambo, salsa, and boogaloo converged in East Harlem to create enduring hits like “I Like It Like That,” “Oye Cómo Va,” and “Boogaloo Blues.”
The musical journey spotlights when diverse Latino communities forged a uniquely American sound.
MUSE/IQUE, led by artistic director Rachael Worby, presents the show in partnership with Center Theatre Group as part of CTG:FWD. Worby has built a reputation for reimagining live music in nontraditional venues.
Guest performers include vocalist Rogelio Douglas Jr., vocalist and violinist Yvette Gonzalez-Nacer, and pianist Oscar Hernández, who will guide audiences through East Harlem’s musical evolution.
Performances are scheduled for August 8 to 9 at 7:30 p.m., with two shows on August 10 at 2:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. The Mark Taper Forum offers a 736-seat thrust stage with accessible seating.
MUSE/IQUE operates on a membership model, with trial memberships at $100 for three consecutive events or single admission at $75.
Annual memberships start at $225. The production receives funding from the S. Mark Taper Foundation and gifts to the Artistic Director Discretionary Fund.
Limited on-site parking is available, with municipal lots on Grand Avenue.
Metro Bus Lines 51 and 52 stop within two blocks.
“Like It Like Harlem” will run on Friday, Aug. 8, and Saturday, Aug. 9, at 7:30 p.m., and Sunday, Aug. 10, at 2:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.Mark Taper Forum, 135 N. Grand Ave., Los Angeles. For more information, call (626) 844-7703 or visit https://www.muse-ique.com/like-it-like-harlem. Tickets: Trial membership $100 for three events, single admission $75, annual memberships from $225.
