November 13, 2026
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Destiny of Desire is a telenovela-inspired play with music that brings the drama and excitement of Latin American soap operas to the stage!
The story begins on a stormy night in Bellarica, Mexico, when two baby girls are born: one into wealth and the other into poverty. After an ex-beauty queen switches the newborns, their lives take unexpected turns, setting the stage for a story of family, destiny, and love.
The play was written by Karen Zacarías and directed by Marcela Lorca. The production features a talented cast, including Broadway star, Bianca Marroquín.
Destiny of Desire is now playing at the Mark Taper Forum in Los Angeles through December 20, 2026.
Use promo code NHMC for 10% or more off tickets for weekday and Sunday evening performances.
Get your tickets and learn more about the production here!
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The Mexican-American Film and Television Festival (MAFTF) is accepting submissions for their MAFTF 2027 Film & Television Festival.
This two-day celebration brings together Mexican-American and Latino filmmakers and television creators to showcase their work, network, collaborate, and celebrate authentic stories about their communities.
The festival will be on April 17th & 18th, 2027 in Milagro Cinemas in Norwalk, CA and Harmony Gold Theater in Los Angeles.
The submission application is open to anyone of any background who wants to showcase their work to other film lovers, filmmakers, and important Hollywood Players.
Submission Deadlines & Fees:
The application is open now! Learn more about submission requirements and submit your application.
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The Brothers Garcia and The Garcias are coming to Tubi!
All 58 episodes of the series will hit the streaming platform starting November 19th. Both series offer audiences feel-good stories that the whole family can enjoy.
The show’s starred Ada Maris and Carlos Lacamara in the role of parents Sonia and Ray Garcia. Alvin Alvarez, Jeffrey Licon, and Bobby Gonzalez play brothers Larry, Carlos, and George. John Leguizamo takes the role of the narrator of adult Larry Garcia in The Brothers Garcia.
This is an exciting way to bring more U.S. Latino stories to audiences and make these shows accessible to a new generation of viewers.
Both series will be available to stream on Tubi just in time for the holidays.
There's more to the story! Visit NHMC on TikTok to learn about the show's history and why Latino representation on screen matters.
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The Los Angeles Latino International Film Festival (LALIFF) is accepting submissions for its 2027 festival!
This festival is dedicated to celebrating Latino storytelling and supporting emerging filmmakers. LALIFF provides a platform for creators to showcase their work and connect with industry professionals.
The festival is accepting submissions in the following categories: U.S. Latino feature films, short films, and series, as well as international short films and series. Projects across all genres are welcome, including fiction, documentaries, and animation.
This year, LALIFF is expanding its eligibility to include filmmakers from Haiti and the Guianas.
Festival Dates: June 2–6, 2027
Location: Los Angeles, California
Submission Deadlines:
Submit your project and learn more about eligibility requirements here!
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A new young adult novel, They Called Us Wicked by Gloria Muñoz, was released on November 3, 2026.
The novel follows a coven of young brujas, and each of them has unique magical abilities. Suddenly one of the girl's roommates disappears, and the group sets out to find her. Along the way, they uncover a world shaped by an anti-magic regime, surveillance, and hidden histories.
This story is a supernatural fantasy coming-of-age story. It explores themes of friendship, heritage, and resistance, while celebrating the power of community and finding strength in who you are.
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Hexed is coming this month with a little magic and a lot of adventure!
This new animated film from Walt Disney Animation Studios follows Billie, an awkward teenager who discovers she has magical abilities. Her powers lead her and her mother to a hidden world of witches where they uncover family secrets that could change the magical world forever.
The film is produced by Yvett Merino, an NHMC Visionary Alliance member and Academy Award-winning producer of Encanto, and the first Latina to receive the Oscar® for Animated Feature.
Hexed premieres in theaters on November 25, 2026, but you can get your tickets now!
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The Gods Are Calling - Percy Jackson and the Olympians returns for Season 3!
This season, Annabeth is captured by the forces of Kronos, and Percy sets out on a dangerous quest to rescue her. He is joined by Grover and new allies, and Percy must confront a powerful prophecy that could determine the fate of Olympus.
NHMC Visionary Alliance member Lin-Manuel Miranda returns this season as Hermes, the Greek god of travelers, messengers, and trade.
Season 3 premieres with two episodes on November 20, 2026, on Disney+ and Hulu!
