Tijuana will celebrate a significant cultural milestone this October as the city’s opera marks its 25th anniversary with a special production of Pietro Mascagni’s passionate masterpiece Cavalleria Rusticana.
The local government, through its Department of Culture, is partnering with the Tijuana Opera to present the celebrated one-act work on Saturday, October 4th at the iconic Casa de la Cultura in Playas. The event underscores the city’s commitment to bringing high-quality artistic experiences to the public.
Mayor Ismael Burgueño Ruiz has prioritized initiatives that strengthen the city’s artistic identity as providing access to profound cultural experiences is essential for enriching the life of the community.
“The gala will be held at Casa de la Cultura in Playas de Tijuana, an iconic city landmark. Hosting the event there is not a coincidence; it’s a statement of cultural policy. It is a symbol of education and community,” said Ilya Guadalupe Haro Sánchez, head of the city’s Department of Culture.
Haro Sánchez emphasized the importance of exposing young people to artistic processes firsthand, from orchestra rehearsals to choral harmonies, to foster a deep-rooted love for the arts.
The official congratulated the Tijuana Opera on its quarter-century of existence, noting its role in putting the city on the cultural map and creating artistic opportunities for the public’s enjoyment, whom she invited to attend this production.
The production will feature acclaimed soloists, including Norma Navarrete as Santuzza, Javier Carrillo as Alfio, Gerardo Gaytán as Turiddu, and Ana Laura Rojas as Mamma Lucía, all under the musical direction of Maestro Iván Marés and stage direction of José Medina. They will be joined by the Festival Ópera en la Calle Orchestra and the Tijuana Opera Chorus, under the direction of Salvador Castro.
The celebration will begin at 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 4 with the Verbena Siciliana, a pre-event festival offering local food, wine, and a family-friendly atmosphere. The main performance of Cavalleria Rusticana, a powerful story of love, honor, and jealousy, will start at 7:00 p.m. in Casa de la Cultura de Playas de Tijuana, Cortijo San José. Tickets are priced at $350 pesos ($19 USD).
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