Curator's Note:

The PBS Arts Summer Festival expands the scope and diversity of the arts on television, with a multi-part weekly series and new original online content that takes viewers across the country and around the world.

Award-winning television, film and stage star Anna Deavere Smith (“Nurse Jackie,” “The West Wing”) will serve as weekly host for the Summer Festival, which begins Friday, June 29, 2012.

Broadcast Schedule:

Mariachi High - June 29th

Islamic Art: Mirror of the Invisible World - July 6th

Tales from a Ghetto Klown - July 13th

Homecoming: Kansas City Symphony - July 20th

Havana, Havana! - July 27th

The Barnes Collection - August 3rd

Great Performances: Tanglewood - August 10th

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Havana, Havana!

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Feel the soul and energy of African-Cuban drummers, guajira guitarists and the pulsing melodies of celebrated Cuban musician Raul Paz, who brings together fellow musical stars Descemer Bueno, Kelvis Ochoa and David Torrens for a concert in Havana. All of them left Cuba years ago; their decision to return has injected a new spirit into Cuban music. Mirroring Cuba’s growing relationship with the world, HAVANA, HAVANA! highlights the evolution of the country’s musical expression in the 21st century.

Airdate(s): 7/27/2012 - 9:00 - 10:00 PM

(Check your local PBS station for complete broadcast information)

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Havana, Havana!