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Durable, much-loved musical now playing
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- Published on Friday, 23 November 2012 13:10
- Written by Jeanne Chaussee
“The Fantasticks,” one of musical theater’s most beloved hits, is now on the boards at the Plaza de la Ribera (formerly Sol y Luna) theater, located at Rio Bravo 10 on the west end of Ajijic. Five more shows are scheduled from November 24 through December 2.
Maestros del Arte hosts yet another stellar show
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- Published on Friday, 23 November 2012 13:04
- Written by Dale Hoyt Palfrey
Last weekend’s 11th annual Feria Maestros del Arte once again proved to be a win-win-win proposition.
Little Theatre opens season with a smash – hit, that is
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- Published on Friday, 05 October 2012 10:55
- Written by Jeanne Chaussee
The first one out is supposed to set the bar for the rest. Certainly, this season’s opener for Lakeside Little Theatre, “Quartet,” set the bar with altitude high enough to promote nose bleeds.
LLT audience spooked by dark, dextrous thriller
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- Published on Friday, 09 November 2012 12:43
- Written by Jeanne Chaussee
With hairpin turns, double twists and enough red herrings to grace a Danish smorgasbord, Lakeside Little Theatre’s “I’ll Be Back Before Midnight” kept the audience barely in their seats and loving every minute of it.
Ajijic’s TallBoys head out for Texas tour
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- Published on Friday, 28 September 2012 13:17
- Written by Dale Hoyt Palfrey
Lakeside’s popular TallBoys Band headed for the border late this week for a guest appearance at the famed Pecan Street Festival in Austin, Texas and a series of one-night stands at four other leading Hill Country venues.
It takes three to tango at Chapala Train Station
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- Published on Friday, 09 November 2012 12:43
- Written by Dale Hoyt Palfrey
Catarsis Piano Trio will perform a lively repertoire of tango tunes by famed Argentinian composer Aztor Piazzolla in a one-night appearance slated for Saturday, November 17, 6 p.m. at Chapala’s Centro Cultural Gonzalez Gallo (CCGG).
Orchestra honors expat music makers
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- Published on Friday, 28 September 2012 13:04
- Written by GR Staff
Orquesta Axixic conductor Daniel Medeles Cordova (far right) marked a pause in the group’s September 22 anniversary concert to pay tribute to players Marie Laframboise (viola), Larry Laframboise (double-bass) and Steve Wesley Caver (bassoon/euphonium) in appreciation of their unflagging support.
Folk art and crafts fair ready to roll
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- Published on Friday, 09 November 2012 12:30
- Written by Jeanne Chaussee
The 11th annual Feria Maestros del Arte, Lakeside’s quintessential gathering of artists and artisans from all over Mexico, opens its gates on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, November 16, 17 and 18.
Distinguished baritone will hit the right notes
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- Published on Friday, 28 September 2012 13:03
- Written by Jeanne Chaussee
Russian baritone Anton Belov, described by the Philadelphia Inquirer as an “emerging star,” will perform at St. Andrew’s Anglican Church in Riberas del Pilar on Thursday, October 11, 7 p.m.
A cornucopia of local crafts
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- Published on Friday, 09 November 2012 12:28
- Written by GR Staff
Music Appreciation Society calls off 2012-2013 season
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- Published on Friday, 28 September 2012 13:00
- Written by Jeanne Chaussee
The board of directors of the Music Appreciation Society (MAS) has voted to cancel their upcoming 2012-2013 season, citing the continuing delays in the completion of renovations at the Auditorio de la Ribera del Lago.
Little Theater to open funny thriller
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- Published on Friday, 19 October 2012 14:30
- Written by Jeanne Chaussee
“I’ll Be Back Before Midnight,” the next offering in Lakeside Little Theatre’s 48th season, has been described as the most popular stage play in Canadian history.
LLT presents touching drama on aging and staying creative
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- Published on Friday, 14 September 2012 13:03
- Written by Jeanne Chaussee
Lakeside Little Theatre (LLT) is ready to roll out the red carpet for the opening of the community theater’s 48th season on Saturday, September 29.
Arts and crafts fair scheduled Nov. 3
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- Published on Friday, 19 October 2012 14:29
- Written by GR Staff
The annual Lake Chapala Society (LCS) Arts and Crafts Fair and Children’s Art Contest is set for Saturday, November 3, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the LCS campus.
Mariachi gala woos appreciative Ajijic audience
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- Published on Friday, 07 September 2012 12:38
- Written by Dale Hoyt Palfrey
The International Mariachi festival gala concert in Ajijic on September 1 not only pulled in a full house, but also gave the receptive audience a true sense of what the annual musical confab is all about.
Los Crotos stages 2nd annual art exhibition
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- Published on Friday, 19 October 2012 14:08
- Written by GR Staff
Arturo Aceves, owner and operator of Posada Restaurante Los Crotos in San Luis Soyatlan (Ramon Corona 31) on Lake Chapala’s south shore, will host the second annual gala art exhibition reception on Sunday, November 4.
VIVA names recipients of 2012 music scholarships
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- Published on Friday, 31 August 2012 12:49
- Written by GR Staff
A promising pianist from Ajijic is among four young Mexican musicians who will receive financial aid from VIVA la Musica to enhance their careers.
Get ready to party with lost souls
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- Published on Friday, 12 October 2012 12:55
- Written by Jeanne Chaussee
Ajijic residents of all nationalities are encouraged to participate in a festival/party in Ajijic to celebrate Mexico’s Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) on the evening of Friday, November 2.
Auditorium project nearing construction phase
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- Published on Friday, 24 August 2012 12:57
- Written by Jeanne Chaussee
Begun in 2009 and approved in May of this year, the Pro-Auditorio Project raised more than one million pesos with cultural events and other fund-raisers, which are to be matched with equal funds from the federal and Jalisco governments.
Zombies wanted – all in a good cause
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- Published on Friday, 12 October 2012 12:48
- Written by GR Staff
Elliot Joachim is still on the lookout for more “zombies” to participate in the “Thrill the World” international dance event, in which participants simultaneously emulate the zombie dance seen in the music video of Michael Jackson’s “Thriller.”
Mariachi Festival coming to Ajijic
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- Published on Friday, 17 August 2012 12:08
- Written by Dale Hoyt Palfrey
After a four year hiatus, Guadalajara’s International Mariachi Festival returns to Lakeside next month with a special concert slated for Saturday, September 1, 7 p.m. at Ajijic’s Huerta de Serna Events Salon. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Chapala Red Cross.