Andrea Rodriguez presents, “La Rumba No Para”, a salsa love story about growing up in San Francisco, premieres November 8-10 at ODC Bway Theater. This self directed and produced evening-length multimedia dance theater production pays homage to her community, family, and dance roots.

Journey through memories of 24th Street, where a melding family secrets, music and dance are explored through the themes of love, loss and addiction. Using dance, story, and movement rituals. We invite audiences to ask the question: How do we heal?”

Featuring original music composed by Asdru Sierra from the multi-grammy award winning band Ozomatli with live special musical guest Elena de Troya (La Misa Negra), rap artist Uva Uvv, Poppin legend Prince Ali , and salsa dancer/choreographer/scientist Michael Gonzalez and friends from the Bay Area Salsa/Mambo dance community.

Closing ceremony featuring Loco Bloco