The Center for Latin American and Caribbean Studies (LACS) together with the Brazil Initiative at LACS feature presenters from diverse disciplines. LACS organizes and sponsors more than 50 public lectures, workshops, performances, and conferences over the course of the academic year.
In addition to our yearly programming, the Center for Latin American and Caribbean Studies (LACS) and the Brazil Initiative at LACS are happy to consider funding requests to co-sponsor lectures, events, performances, and activities that coincide with the center's mission to promote a broad and deep understanding of the region. Request to co-sponsor an event »
Wednesday, September 16, 2026
6:00-9:00 PM
Off Campus Location
Join Assistant Professor of Musicology Gustavo Souza Marques (Gusmão) for a screening • Q&A of
Brasilintime: Batucada com Discos (2006), with the film's director and University of California San Diego (UCSD) professor Brian Cross (B).
The film explores the intersections between American hip-hop and Brazilian music through legendary figures from both musical scenes, including hip-hop producer Madlib and internationally renowned drummers such as the late Ivan Conti “Mamão” and Dom Um Romão.
Presented with support from the U-M Arts Initiative, University Library, the Center for Latin American and Caribbean Studies, and the School of Music, Theatre & Dance.
The film explores the intersections between American hip-hop and Brazilian music through legendary figures from both musical scenes, including hip-hop producer Madlib and internationally renowned drummers such as the late Ivan Conti “Mamão” and Dom Um Romão.
Presented with support from the U-M Arts Initiative, University Library, the Center for Latin American and Caribbean Studies, and the School of Music, Theatre & Dance.
| Building: | Off Campus Location |
|---|---|
| Location: | Hatcher Library North, First Floor, Room 100 (Hatcher Gallery Event Space), 913 S University Ave, Ann Arbor, MI 48109 |
| Cost: | Free - no tickets required |
| Event Type: | Exhibition |
| Tags: | Culture, Discussion, Faculty, Free, Media, Music, Scholarship, Talk |
| Source: | Happening @ Michigan from School of Music, Theatre & Dance (SMTD), University Library, Center for Latin American and Caribbean Studies, Arts Initiative |
