OPEN Friday: October 02, 2026

On this episode of OPEN Friday with Rhina Valentin, award-winning playwright Carmen Rivera Tirado reflects on the 30th anniversary of "La Gringa" and the future of Latino theater. Then, Nuyorican Books founder and children’s author Samantha Garcia-Sherpa discusses empowering youth through heritage-based storytelling. Last, but not least, Blue Pearl Theatrics founder Janelle Alexandria discusses independent theater and puts Rhina’s acting skills to the test in a holistic workshop. All this and more, only on BronxNet's OPEN. Bronx Live! is the definitive series for the borough’s sonic heartbeat. Each installment brings the stage to the screen, featuring full-length concerts and exclusive coverage of the landmark musical events that define the Bronx’s legendary energy.