CORAL GABLES (LALATE) – Ricky Martin debuted the first photo of his Broadway cast to fans and news this week. The Evita cast pic depicts Martin alongside Elena Roger and Michael Cerveris. In a news statement this week, Martin tells fans he is anxious to return to Broadway after a successful world tour.

Martin debuted on Broadway decades ago as Marius in the original production of Les Misérables. Martin now appears alongside Michael Cerveris. From Sweeney Todd, to winning the Tony as John Wilkes Booth in Assassins, Cerveris is expected to be stellar on stage.

Martin will play the role made popular by Antonio Banderas in the film version (opposite Madonna).  Martin will play Che in the groundbreaking revival of the Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice’s musical debuting next year. Months ago, Martin told news “Motivado! Estudiando letras de Evita”. Previews for Martin on Broadway start March 2012, the opening is April.

Martin will first, however, appear on TV for the November 10th live broadcast of the 12th Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards. He will then wrap up concert dates for his current Musica+ tour.

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LOS ANGELES (LALATE) – Ricky Martin received support in his campaign against child sexual abuse and human trafficking this week from Uruguay’s President. President José Mujica vowed his support of the singer’s efforts to prevent world child abuse and human trafficking.

Martin in a statement to news said that he met Uruguayan President José Mujica in his office for roughly an hour to discuss the efforts of his charity. “The aim of the singer is talking with leaders who believe in equality” said the statement.

Martin added “The president’s interest was to learn the task performed by the singer’s foundation, which works to prevent child trafficking, sexual exploitation and abuse.” In attendance were also Minister of Social Development, Daniel Olesker. He reportedly said that the country’s “doors are open the country to support the initiatives taking place in Uruguay.”

Martin reportedly called the invitation and response an honor and a strong step towards eradicating the world problem. “The president of Uruguay heard me.”

Martin is currently planning efforts to help children at home. He is reportedly taking steps to opena rehabilitation center in Puerto Rico for child victims of exploitation. “His dream is to bring these initiatives to all parts of the world for children to grow up with a good meaning of the word love” said the statement.

As previously detailed on LALATE, Martin will be honored by the United Nations Office for Partnerships this October for his charity work.

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CORAL GABLES (LALATE) – Ricky Martin will be honored by the United Nations Office for Partnerships this October for his charity work. The UN confirms to news that Ricky Martin will be bestowed the Special honoree for Leader of Change Award by the UNOP. Martin is being recognized for his work with the Ricky Martin Foundation.

In a statement to news, Roland Rich, Officer-In-Charge of UNOP says, “This year’s Leaders of Change honorees are an exemplary group of individuals and organizations that represent the strong leadership role needed to address social issues”. He added “Corporate engagement is essential to the international community’s efforts to alleviate poverty, ensure clean water, and help underserved populations realize healthy living. We want to recognize the creativity, technology and resources that the private sector brings to our collective efforts in solving social problems.”

Martin was chosen by a special committee compromised of reps from the UNOP, NYU Stern School of Business, and the Foundation for Social Change chose the Leaders of Change awardees. Martin will be honored at the conference which runs this October 5 and 6. The United Nations Office for Partnerships serves as a gateway for collaboration between the private sector and foundations, and the United Nations family, said the organization in its news statement.

The Ricky Martin Foundation “advocates for the well being of children around the globe in critical areas such as social justice, education and health.”  Its focus includes “People for Children, condemns child exploitation as a consequence of human trafficking and modern day slavery.”

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CORAL GABLES (LALATE) – The Ricky Martin M.A.S. World Tour 2011 today made lots of Latin American fans happy. Martin moments ago confirmed news that his tour has grown significantly. Martin was not originally set to travel to Guatemala, Mexico, or El Salvador. But today, Ricky Martin told fans that he will visit all those three countries this winter.

Ricky Martin’s tour still ends in Puerto Rico as he reminded news last week. But the hit maker was not set to head to Mexico. On Monday, Ricky Martin told fans and news that he will do a major tour of Mexico, alone. Martin will visit at least nine locations across Mexico. Moreover, sporting fans will have a big surprise. Martin has been added to perform in Guadalajara for the closing ceremonies of the Panam Games.

Salvadorian fans had a big surprise today as well. Martin confirmed news that El Salvador has been added with an October concert in San Salvador. In addition, Costa Rican fans learned (HERE) of a new concert in San Jose. Ricky told news today “I start my tour of MAS this week in South America. I’m ready. You?”

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LOS ANGELES (LALATE) – Anticipation for Ricky Martin’s EVITA premiere is growing while his latest single “Frio” is heating up the Latin charts. Ricky Martin’s tour for Musica + Alma will end later this fall. But today, Ricky sent a message to fans thanking them for a highly successful summer.

Martin’s tour returns to his native Puerto Rico this November. But Martin is currently studying for his highly anticipated appearance this March in Evita. Martin as Che will appear opposite Elena Roger (Eva). This will be the Broadway debut for Roger, an Argentinean actress. Also rounding out the cast is Michael Cerveris (Juan Peron).

With songs like “Don’t Cry for Me Argentina,” “Another Suitcase in Another Hall” and “High Flying Adored,” EVITA remains a Broadway classic. But in 1976, EVITA was initially a concept album before coming to Broadway three years later.  Decades later, Martin’s role was played by Antonio Banderas and Madonna played the LuPone part.

Today, Martin told news that his new hit single Frio featuring Wisin and Yandel has delivered nine million views on YouTube. Martin earlier today took off time from touring, visiting the waters of Sardinia. He posted a video for fans, simply stating “te amo”.

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