OCT 2026 16 FRI 7:30 PM

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Dance | USA

CONTRA-TIEMPO: Activist Dance Theater | Roots of Loving UsEpstein Family Amphitheater

Tickets: $30–55
UCSD Student: Limited free tickets via SSO (Available Sept. 1)

Bites & Beverages

About

In this world-premiere dance work, CONTRA-TIEMPO Artistic Director Ana Maria Alvarez and choreographer holly johnston of Responsive Body explore what it means to create, sustain, and redefine family in the 21st century. Drawing from conversations with adoptees, foster families, chosen families, and support networks, Roots of Loving Us examines how love, connection, and belonging shape our lives.

Blending contemporary dance, storytelling, and multidisciplinary research, the work invites audiences to reflect on the many ways people create a sense of home. Returning to ArtPower for its third appearance, CONTRA-TIEMPO offers a powerful exploration of resilience and the many ways people show up for one another.

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Details

Gates open 6:30 pm

Bites & Beverages

Snacks and drink will be available for purchase in the venue. Please note: Food vendors are cashless. For more info, please email artpower@ucsd.edu.

Getting Here

The Epstein Family Amphitheater is located at 9480 Innovation Ln, La Jolla, CA 92093.

Take the Trolley: The amphitheater is located next to the Blue Line Trolley, UCSD Central Campus Station. For more information about the trolley, visit the MTS website >

Parking

The closest parking structure is Gilman Parking Structure. UC San Diego requires parking permits 7 days a week. Permits can be purchased at permit machines or through the Parkmobile App. Visit UC San Diego Transportation for information on where to buy your permit, and costs.

Fees

Ticket prices are inclusive of fees.

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