Mario Vargas Llosa with his adoring public at the Cervantes New York.

Photograph by Fernando Alonso

Mario Vargas Llosa at a book signing at the Cervantes, New York. The international literary superstar and Nobel Price of literature continues to drive his swooning public into a hypnotic trance. He is always gracious to his public, taking time to chat and pay attention to his many fans. The stunning black and white photography by Fernando Alonso captures the magic of the evening.

Mario Vargas Llosa captivating the audience. Here with Javier Rioyo.

Mario Vargas Llosa cautivando a la audiencia. Aquí con Javier Rioyo.

Photograph by Fernando Alonso.

Gy Mirano

Dear colleagues,

The Spanish media market continues to grow. It’s vital to the future of bilingual performers to be part of this economic boom. Union performance and broadcasting jobs in both languages must be protected and expanded. I am an actress and voice-over artist working in both Spanish and English. My ten years of experience on many SAG and AFTRA committees has given me the skills to launch positive initiatives on behalf of our community.

National Committees: Commercial Performers, Voice-Over, Low-Budget, Spanish Language Media, Spanish Language Commercials Sub-Committee.

New York Committees: Audiobook Narrator Caucus, Alternate Language Workgroup. 2013 Commercials Wages & Working Conditions.

“I believe we need new talent and a new voice to change the status quo for Latin actors: Gy Mirano is that voice. Her fighting spirit and desire to achieve changes for our artistic community is as strong in Gy as it was in me. Her commitment is not only admirable but also inspirational.When we cast a vote, we are acting to protect our interest, or act against it. Status quo is no longer acceptable.We need someone who is dedicated, inspiring and can work to improve our future.”—– Isabel Segovia, actress, advocate, former President of the Hispanic Organization of Latin Actors and New York SAG Board member.

The Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts

There were many New York nights when Andy was roaming around town taking pictures with his polaroid camera. He looked like himself, skinny and cool, wearing his trademanrk hair. He was observant, sensitive and ironically, very shy.

He liked eating at the round booths at Indochine, and holding court with Jean-Michel Basquiat.

He disliked Madonna and loved spring rolls. Few places were as exciting as dinner time among the painted palm trees.