Who We Are

Dulce Up-Front is a multimedia arts activist collective based out of Fresno, CA. We intend to collaboratively
invent positive environments of creative expression utilizing a multimedia arts approach
where every aspect, from design to implementation, is developed with respect for ourselves, our
families, and our communities.

Dulce Up-Front holds a multimedia art global music dance experience in Fresno, CA every first Friday
of each month called PINCHE. This is a collaborative project between us and an array of event
producers, artists, musicians, and grassroots organizations from throughout California. Each event
is curated in a similar format with live music performances, DJ sets, live artists, poetry, dance performances,
artisan vendors, and food. The focus can different from show to show with regard to the
cultural aspect.

This monthly event is designed to be an inclusive and informative space for our community. A place
where individuals can have a unique experience through music and live art in a visually rich multimedia
environment. We are artists,organizers and activists with a need for movement building through
the arts within our communities.

PINCHE is held at Fulton 55 which is an events space located in Downtown Fresno. Mainly a music
venue, they also handle special events, private parties, and fundraisers. This 2 story 7500 square
feet building can accommodate up to 500 people. Although this is a “21 and over” venue there are
plans currently in motion to transition to an “all ages” format with the addition of their food service
area.

Recent Events

June 2013 – Hip Hop For The People
In collaboration with FSCO (Fresno Street Community Outreach). An all ages “Conscious Hip Hop”
event with various local DJ’s, lyricists, singers, live Graffiti artists, plus kid activities (piñata + bounce house).

July 2013 – Cumbia for the People
An all ages Cumbia event with Buye Pongo (Los Angeles, CA). With deep roots in South/Central
America, Buyepongo draw heavily from the Latino musical culture. Taking their cues from traditional “roots” music of Colombia, Haiti, Belize, Honduras and the Dominican Republic.

July 2013 – Music is The Weapon Film Viewing
In collaboration with Soulflower Group a consortium of artists and organizers who believe that creativity and culture are essential in building community wellness. An all ages outdoor documentary film featuring the legendary Fela Kuti. A Nigerian musician and political figure who stood up against colonialism and government corruption.

October 2013 – Exist & resist: Decolonize Your Everything
An all ages Indigenous Peoples Day event in Collaboration with Californians for Justice, Tenants Together, MECHA de Fresno State, and Communities for a New California.

Recent Collaborators

· La Junta (Los Angeles)

· Brown Boi Project (Bay Area)

· Chicano History Revisited (Central Valley)

· Barrio Art Collective (Fresno, CA)

· Queer Qumbia (Bay Area)

· SoulFlower Group (Fresno, CA)

· Californians For Justice (Fresno, Oakland)

· MECHA de Fresno State (Fresno, CA)

· Communities for a New California (Fresno, CA)

· Fresno Street Community Outreach (Fresno, CA)

· Sixth Sun Creations (Bay Area)

· Everyday Strugglez (Bay Area)

· Tenants Together (Fresno, Oakland)

· Aesop & Street Teamerz (Fresno, CA)

· Arte Americas (Fresno, CA)

· Queer Youth Activists (Central Valley)

· Sol Collective (Sacramento, CA)

· Climbing PoeTree (Brooklyn, NY)

· Radio Bilingue (Fresno, CA)

· Elm Street Cultural Center (Visalia, CA)

· MECHA de Fresno City College (Fresno, CA)

· Circus Et Cetera (Fresno, CA)

· FistUp Film Festival (Bay Area)

· Pedal Junkies (Fresno, CA