Afro-Cuban All Stars

The Afro-Cuban All Stars bring a multigenerational orchestra to Strathmore for an evening of Cuban music that crosses styles and eras. Led by bandleader Juan de Marcos González, a key figure in the Buena Vista Social Club project, the ensemble draws on Cuba’s mid-20th-century golden age while embracing contemporary sounds, moving through son, bolero, and rhythm-driven dance styles. Since the group’s founding in the 1990s, it has operated as a flexible, shifting orchestra, pairing younger musicians with established artists and adapting its lineup to reflect different periods of Cuban musical tradition.

This performance is part of Strathmore’s Windows series, which pairs performances with accompanying programs. The Music Center offers dining options before the show, and ticket-buyers should note the venue’s exchange, security, and accessibility policies.

When: Thursday, October 29, 2026, at 8pm.

Venue: Strathmore Music Center; all guests pass through security screening before entering the Concert Hall lobbies.

Tickets: $28–$78. Community Access Tickets under $30 are available by request for those who qualify; requests should be made at least one full week before the performance.

Series: Part of Strathmore’s Windows series of performances and accompanying programs.

Lineup: Afro-Cuban All Stars, led by bandleader and Buena Vista Social Club figure Juan de Marcos González, with a flexible ensemble that includes younger musicians alongside established artists.

Run time: The page does not list a run time for the performance.

Age policy: No age restrictions are stated.

Ticket exchange: Strathmore’s generous exchange policy for Strathmore Presents performances allows requests for a credit or exchange made at least 48 hours before the performance; no refunds, exchanges, or credit are available after the show, but refunds are always available if a show is cancelled or rescheduled.

Food & Drink: Allegro Kitchen offers à la carte dining, and the Prelude Buffet offers a multi-course buffet with reserved seating for most shows; advanced reservations are encouraged. Bars are open before the concert and during intermission, and outside food and beverages are not permitted.

Accessibility: For accessibility information, including directions, parking, and policies, visitors are directed to Strathmore’s Accessibility and Plan Your Visit pages.

Note: Resale of Strathmore tickets for more than face value is strictly prohibited, and community access tickets are intended for community members, not resellers.