Top: The Gift; bottom left to right: Noiserv, photo by Vera Marmelo; Expresso Transatlântico, photo by Miguel Marquês; Companhia Portuguesa de Bailado Contemporâneo, photo by Andreia Carvalho; Katherine Vaz

Kick off day two of Contemporary Portugal with the magic of Portuguese cinema at an animated short film festival for audiences of all ages. Continue into the evening with a conversation featuring Luso American writer Katherine Vaz as she discusses her work and Portuguese heritage. Cap off the day with performances by Expresso Transatlântico, whose genre-defying sound blends Portuguese tradition with global rhythms and contemporary experimentation, followed by internationally acclaimed art-pop and rock band The Gift, whose dynamic live performances have captivated audiences around the world.

Contemporary Portugal at Lincoln Center is presented in collaboration with Arte Institute with additional artist support from the General Directorate for Consular Affairs and Portuguese Communities/Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Portugal, the Consulate General of Portugal in New York, TAP Air Portugal, RHI Initiative, Pestana Group Hotel, Fundação GDA, and the Luso-American Development Foundation (FLAD).

The event will be attended by His Excellency Francisco Duarte Lopes, Ambassador of Portugal to the United States, and by the Consul General of Portugal in New York, Ambassador Luisa Pais Lowe.