Welcome to Encuentro 2024: We Are Here – Presente!, a celebration of dynamic, contemporary Latiné theater at the heart of Los Angeles. This year marks the tenth anniversary of the Latino Theater Companys first National Encuentro in 2014, and the festival continues to grow in its mission of showcasing the rich diversity of Latiné voices in the performing arts. From October 24 to November 10, 19 theater companies and 165 artists from across the U.S. and Puerto Rico will transform The Los Angeles Theatre Center into a vibrant hub of public performances, cross-company collaborations, and thought-provoking discussions. Join us for three unforgettable weeks as we celebrate the resilience, creativity, and strength of our communities, reaffirming our commitment to fostering new voices and inspiring future generations of artists. Performances will take place on a rotating schedule, running simultaneously every Thursday through Sunday across six distinct spaces within The LATC complex. Dont miss this electrifying national theater festival—We Are Here – Presente!