Buffalo Historia | The Power of Authentic Storytelling with Raíces Theatre Company

Raíces Theatre Company, Buffalo's leading Latine theatre group, brings the diverse stories of Western New York’s Latine community to life through gripping performances and compelling storytelling. This feature takes you behind the scenes to explore the company’s origins, its mission to elevate Latine voices, and the vibrant productions that have made the theatre company a cultural cornerstone. Discover how Raíces continues to inspire, educate, and connect audiences with the richness of Latine heritage.
Produced & Directed by: Joana Leamon
Editor: Samantha Reeb
Director of Photography: Luqman Muhammad
Produced by WNED PBS in partnership with VOCES American Historia: The Untold History of Latinos, with support from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people.
VOCES American Historia is a production of NGL Studios, The WNET Group, Latino Public Broadcasting and ITVS.
American Historia, a nationwide production and community engagement initiative highlights local Latino history in support of VOCES American Historia: The Untold History of Latinos. In this three-part docuseries, debuting nationally on PBS on September 27, October 4, and October 11, actor/comedian/producer John Leguizamo is on a mission to share forgotten and rarely told Latino contributions to American history.
WNED PBS and Public television stations across the country have taken part in this unique project by producing their own American Historia content that focuses on Latino culture and history in their communities by highlighting local artists, performers, events and more.
For more information on American Historia, an interactive Hispanic Heritage Trail map, and other Hispanic Heritage Month content visit: www.wned.org/t...
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Buffalo ny history. Group of people lived and left before the Indians came. Indians killed off the Indians living in buffalo area. Those Indians sold the land to the Dutch. The Holland land company sold land to the legal immigrants. The end.