Our Mission

El Ingenio Teatro is committed to providing the finest Hispanic theater, preserving Hispanic/Latino culture, and deepening Latino heritage through the performing arts to transcend language and cultural barriers and foster the integration of all cultures in South Florida.

Our History

El Ingenio Teatro was incorporated in the State of Florida on January 2, 2011, and is a non-profit organization formed by artists with an extensive theater arts background in Latin America.

Under the leadership of artistic director Lilliam Vega, who brings 30 years of experience as an actress, director, teacher, and producer, El Ingenio Teatro has become a cornerstone of the South Florida cultural landscape.

Programs & Events

El Ingenio Teatro presents around 55 events each season, including:

• Two full performances annually
• Shows for children and seniors
• Expositions and dramatic readings
• Concerts and art programs
• Conferences and workshops
• International theater festival

Partnerships & Support

We proudly partner with cultural organizations including:

• Fundarte
• Univision Radio
• Miami Herald
• University of Miami Latin American Digital Theater Archive
• Knight Foundation
• Centro Mater Foundation
• Mellon Foundation
• Carrie Meeck Foundation
• NEA
• Miami Foundation
• The State of Florida
• South Arts
• City of Coral Gables

Contact Us

For more information about our programs, performances, or to support our mission, please reach out to us.

We welcome collaborations, partnerships, and support from our community.

Diversity & Inclusion

El Ingenio Teatro is a non-profit art organization that values diversity, equality, and inclusion. We celebrate diversity, recognizing individual differences as strengths that enrich our corporation. Our commitment to fairness and respect inspires collaboration, creativity, and innovation, which are critical for success in the art world.