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Hispanic Organization of Latin Artists

Founded in 1975 by a group of Hispanic actors in New York City, the Hispanic Organization of Latin Actors (HOLA) emerged to confront the inequities of a casting system that underemployed Latin talent and relegated Latino characters to negative stereotypes. Now entering its next chapter as the Hispanic Organization of Latin Artists, HOLA expands its mission to champion all Latin and Hispanic artists, those who perform, write, direct, design, and create.

For 50 years, HOLA has been a leading advocate for Latin visibility and equity in the entertainment industry, supporting artists working on stage, on television, in streaming, and in film. Dedicated to expanding the presence of Latin and Hispanic artists across the performing arts, entertainment, and media, HOLA advances this mission through development, education, empowerment, and recognition. For five decades, it has also served as a vital resource for the New York casting and creative community through its comprehensive Hispanic talent database and the distribution of casting opportunities to its members.

HOLA FUNDADORES 1975

HOLA Welcomes Emilio Sosa as New Chair

HOLA proudly welcomes Emilio Sosa as the new Chair of HOLA, marking an exciting new chapter in the organization’s commitment to uplifting, empowering, and advocating for Latino artists across theater, film, television, and the performing arts.

Born in the Dominican Republic and raised in the Bronx, Emilio Sosa is one of Broadway’s most celebrated creative voices. A six-time Tony Award nominee, Emmy-nominated costume designer, producer, educator, and respected arts advocate, Sosa brings decades of artistic excellence, leadership, and commitment to representation in the entertainment industry.

His acclaimed work includes Broadway productions such as Topdog/Underdog, Porgy and Bess, Motown: The Musical, On Your Feet!, 1776, Ain’t No Mo’, Good Night, Oscar, and The Roommate, among many others.

As HOLA continues to expand its programming, advocacy, master classes, and opportunities for professional growth, Emilio’s leadership reflects a vision for a stronger, more visible, and interconnected future for Latino artists.

HOLA warmly welcomes Emilio Sosa and looks forward to this new chapter.

HOLA Welcomes Emilio Sosa as New Chair

HOLA Welcomes Ricardo Stevan as Interim Executive Director

The Hispanic Organization of Latin Artists — HOLA welcomes Ricardo Stevan as its Interim Executive Director.

A Colombian artist based in New York City, Ricardo is a singer, actor, musical theater director, producer, composer, writer, and cultural entrepreneur. He is the founder and artistic director of Fábrica de Estrellas / The Star Factory Inc. and has developed award-winning work across musical theater, concerts, audiovisual production, and cultural programming.

Ricardo previously served as Director of Communications for HOLA, helping strengthen the organization’s public visibility, digital presence, and relationship with members and cultural partners.

In this new interim role, Ricardo will focus on reconnecting with HOLA members, activating the office as a space for artistic exchange, strengthening alliances with cultural institutions, and building a practical agenda that supports Latin artists through professional development, networking, showcases, conversations, and community collaboration.

HOLA looks forward to this new stage of dialogue, participation, and institutional growth under his interim leadership.

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ALICE IN NEVERLAND – NYC ECC SINGERS & DANCERS (MORNING & AFTERNOON – ALL GENDERS) AUDITION DATESSINGERSWednesday,…...

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Why our work matters:

Latino Population in the US
0 %
Latino Population in NYC
0 %
Representation on
Broadway
29.1 %
Representation
off Broadway
29.1 %
Representation in
Streaming Film
20 %
Representation in
Theatrical Film
20 %

Latin/Hispanic artists remain wildly underrepresented among all film, TV, and theater roles in the US

Sources: 2024 LDC U.S. Latinos in Media Report, UCLA Hollywood Diversity Report 2025, AAPAC Diversity Study 2021-2022.

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HOLA’s programs are made possible, in part, by public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council, as well as by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature. We gratefully acknowledge the generous support of the Miranda Family Fund, Radio Drama Network, and the Rockefeller Brothers Fund for their private contributions to our 2025-2026 programming, fostering Hispanic and Latin artists who enrich our culture.