SOUTHOLD, NY — The Center for Advocacy, Support & Transformation, or CAST, is offering two free holiday performances sure to delight on the North Fork.
First, the Calpulli Mexican Dance Company presents "Navidad: A Mexican-American Christmas," which takes place on Friday, Dec. 8 at 6:30 p.m; doors open at 6 p.m.
"This hour-long family event celebrates the journey of a Mexican-American child during the holidays. Using Aztec-inspired dance, vibrant costumes, ballet and traditional Christmas carols, Navidad explores a magical journey through two rich and vibrantcultures," CAST said.
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The event is free and bilingual.
Next, on Sunday, December 10 at 2 p.m., CAST presents "More Shining Than the Crown," an evening of Christmas readings by Walt Whitman, Dylan Thomas and Charles Dickens presented by a festive mix of local and visiting performers.
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The event will be staged by Anatol Yusef. A North Fork resident for more than 13 years, Yusef is an English stage, film and television actor, writer, director. He is best known for his work at TheRoyal Shakespeare Company, for his portrayal of Meyer Lansky in the television series Boardwalk Empire, and Channel 4's award-winning Southcliffe, CAST said.
Both performances will take place at the Treiber Gathering Hall, located at 53930 Main Road in Southold.
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