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For 25 years, three generation of bomba and plena practitioners have come together through their efforts, experiences and talents to perform, expose and highlight the importance of bomba and plena to tens of thousands worldwide.

While the group's extensive body of work is a unique display of energetic, sociable and interactive performances that capture the swinging groove of bomba and plena with perfectly balanced contemporary jazzy arrangements, LP21 remains deeply rooted in the East Harlem community maintaining an active schedule of performances, community cultural arts and arts education initiatives for youth and a general audience. LP21's arts education programs, such as Bomba & Plena For All - Educating Through the Arts, safeguard bomba and plena's permanence by fostering the talents and interests of a new generation of practitioners and supporters.  

The School, located in LP21's home base, the Julia de Burgos Cultural Center, offers weekly Saturday classes in a unique family format, providing concurrent instruction for groups divided by ages (3 to 65+).

• Directions: Subway: 6 to 103rd Street

• ADA Compliant Restrooms: Bathrooms have wheelchair access stalls and sinks
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Get involved with Los Pleneros de la 21

• Volunteer Opportunities: LP21 seeks volunteers to basic administrative assistance and program assistance during LP21 events and community programs. Ages 16 and up, preferred. Self-starters and independent workers, Spanish speakers preferred. Contact us for more information on specific opportunities and scheduling.