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The lively International Mariachi Festival parade featuring bands from different Mexican states and other nations rolls along Avenida 16 de Septiembre/Alcalde in downtown Guadalajara on Sunday, August 28, starting at 9:30 a.m. It’s a great spectacle but get there early for a good view.
Rezzonante Producciones presents the Guglielmo Santimone Quartet at the Ajijic Hotel Garden of Dreams, Saturday, September 12, 6 p.m., marking the Mexico (and Ajijic) debut of Italian pianist and composer Guglielmo Santimone. He is joined by Italian saxophonist Giovanni Cigui; Argentine-born, Mexico City-based drummer Pedro Cervera; and Mexican bassist Benjamín García.
Bare Stage presents Neil Simon’s “Plaza Suite,” which masterfully mixes wit with awkward situations that inevitably befall most long-married couples. With sharp dialogue and comedic timing, it’s like watching a sitcom unfold live. Just remember what happens in the suite doesn’t always stay in the suite — especially the laughs!
The BRAVO! Theatre has been chosen to represent Mexico in the international Short+Sweet festival. Their invitation recognized The BRAVO’s commitment to the short play format, based on its previous years of 10-minute play festivals.
Lakeside Little Theatre (LLT) will host its annual Volunteer Open House, showcasing the myriad opportunities available to anyone interested in getting involved in live theater, Saturday, August 21, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
“Plaza Suite,” the third production in Bare Stage’s Neil Simon Summer, takes place at New York City’s luxurious Plaza Hotel. Following two couples who each stay in the same suite, the play showcases the humor and chaos of love and relationships.
A new community-funded mural at Ajijic’s cemetery will honor one of Lakeside’s most significant figures: Zara Alexeyewa, affectionately known as “La Rusa” (The Russian). Created in partnership with the municipality of Chapala, the mural will be unveiled on Tuesday, August 11, at 4 p.m. on what would have been her 130th birthday.