Welcome to the artfully curated exhibition of “stuff to do in the week ahead.” Our entertainment gnomes have scoured the Internet with their clipboards and legal pads — all enhanced with Artificial Intelligence — so that you’ll never again be able to say “There’s nothing to do here.”
You have said that before, right? Chances are, you meant to say, “I can’t find anything to do here.” Big difference. That’s why we are here — at least until certain people get it together and launch another newspaper in San Miguel de Allende. (Anyone? )
Don’t miss this wonderful multi-media exhibit on weaving and a tribute to weaving maestro Felix Perez Juarez at Bellas Artes, Hernandez Macias #75:
As always, check out at least one of these three labor-intensive mega-event-listing websites. They track San Miguel’s wonderful world of entertainment, events, celebrations, grand openings, and curiously interesting things to do:
If you know of events missed by our overstuffed and overpaid staff, send the information to robertj.hawkins2012@gmail.com . We will wake him up and get right on it! We can always update the calendar, so check back occasionally.
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May 12, Sunday
1-4 p.m. Auditions for “Office Hours”
You can wait to be discovered at the drugstore fountain or … step up and show them what you can do.
Players Workshop San Miguel de Allende is looking for a few good men and women to perform in their upcoming production “Office Hours” set fro Aug. 15-24.
Since 1982 Players Workshop, a not for profit organization (AC), has been producing quality English language theater in San Miguel de Allende.
That’s all I’ve got. Interested? Show up at Teatro Santa Ana en La Biblioteca Relox 50A, Centro. Be ready for anything. Break a leg.
2 and 4 p.m. At Cine Bacco: “The Long Game”
In 1955, five young Mexican-American caddies are determined to learn how to play and create their own golf course in the middle of the South Texas desert. Based on the true story of the San Felipe High School golf team, the Mustangs, a Mexican American golf team that overcame segregation and discrimination to win the Texas state high school golf championship in 1957. The movie is an adaptation of Humberto G. Garcia’s 2012 book, “Mustang Miracle.” Cast includes Jay Hernandez, Dennis Quaid, Cheech Marin, Julian Works and Jaina Lee Ortiz.
Cine Bacco is located at Calle del Dr Ignacio Hernandez Macias #59, Centro.
4:30-7:30 p.m. Dancing in the park
The gazebo in the Jardin Allende, Centro, is the centerpiece for an afternoon of carefree dancing to the live music of Orchestra Marimba Tono 13. It is all about the rhythm of the Danzon and other dances. And itis totally free. Sit on a bench and simply enjoy the beauty of smooth movement or step up and try a move or two.
What a beautiful way to round out your Sunday afternoon.
May 13, Monday
5-7 p.m. – Charity Bingo! at La Frontera
It happens every other Monday at the La Frontera restaurant on Refugio #28 in Colonia San Antonio.
You get to order up some of that home-cooking style food and hospitality offered by Noren and her staff and … you get 15 bingo cards for $150 pesos. There has GOT to be a winner in that many cards! It is all good food and fun and the proceeds go to help two local charities.
Doors open at 4:30 p.m. La Frontera is normally closed Mondays and is open only for you players!
May 14, Tuesday
2:30–4 p.m. Join “Women Write Inside Out”
Every Tuesday at Café 1910, Calle La Esperanza 22, Colonia San Antonio, women writers of all stripes and imaginations gather to revel in the word and the word is “nurture.”
Organizer Lynn Marlow lists the ways you can benetfit from the group: “Learn and practice the basics of writing, Develop a writing practice that supports you in your writing and your inner life, Connect with your Inner Guide, Reconnect with and reclaim your authentic Voice, Free yourself from the inner critic, Claim your creative expression, Cultivate greater insight, and Connect genuinely with others.”
Not bad for a Tuesday afternoon.
There is no cost but a $100 -200 peso “offering” is appreciated. Contact: lynnmarlow0@gmail.com .
6 p.m. – Concert: Classical Guitar
Miguel Angel Omaña plays guitar with a singular passion that has made him an award-winning performer while studying at the prestigious National Conservatory of Music of Mexico. His 90-minute concert will be in the Sala Quetzal at the Biblioteca, Reloj # 50- A.
Tickets are available at the Theatre Box office (3-5 p.m.) at $220 pesos (Pay cash and save 10 percent.) or online at teatrosantaana.org
May 15, Wednesday
Festival of Santa Cruz del Valle del Maíz
This year the celebration will be from May 15 to 27. They have prepared a very extensive program of activities, where you will see the different musical bands; wind, rock, djs, etc., dances, the traditional colloquium of the Hidden Treasure, clown show, races, parade of mojigangas and locos, the traditional guerritas, the placement of canes and of course “la velación”, and much, much more.
DiscoverSMA offers an excellent review of events and link to the schedule.
7 p.m. Songwriters take the stage
The Aristocrat on Jesus #27, Centro, will have four prominent local songwriters up to sing their songs, maybe talk about the process and, for sure, to entertain you. Come check out Bill Kavanagh, Roman Sebastian, Rob Ramsey, and Walter Ehresman.
The ticket fee, $250 pesos, goes straight to the musicians. The kitchen is open for service until 9:30 p.m. Reservations are recommended: info@aristocratsma.com .
May 16, Thursday
2-5 p.m. Design on the dotted line
A Guided Dot Painting Mandala Workshop will give you the fundamentals of precise dots, symmetry secrets, personalizing your own mandala and more. Revel in the meditative therapeutic state of repetitive dot creation. Take home a beautiful mandala art piece and a set of dotting stylus tools to continue your artistic journey. All skills are welcome and ages from 9 years up.
To register go to dotfusionstudio.com The fee is $1,200 pesos.
6-8 p.m. Flamenco on stage
Nine dancers join guitarist Juan Rosas, percussionist Victor Monterrubio, and vocalist Esther Asulito for an exuberant night of Flamenco.
The veteran dancers featured are Ana Alcalá, Paola Burillo, Arlene Nájera, Sol Oishi, Alejandra Ramírez and the student group will be Ashley Medina, Amelia Jiménez, Elena Herrera, Silvana Hernández.
Tickets are $300 pesos, from El Sindicato, Centro cultural comunitario, Recreo #4, Cenro.
May 17, Friday
5-7 p.m. – They will fly through the air
Come enjoy “Colores”, an aerial dance presentation by the talented students of the aerial dance workshop of the El Sindicato Community Cultural Center! Remember that all proceeds will benefit the union. Come and be amazed by the beauty and skill of our aerial artists! Do not miss it!
Performances by Union aerial dance students.
General admission, $100 pesos. Children are $20 pesos.
Location: El Sindicato, Centro cultural comunitario. Recreo #4, Centro.
7 p.m. – Got a yen for esoteria?
The Roman Empire bestowed a second name on the goddess Hecate. What was it?
That’s right, Trivia.
If you already knew that, maybe you should form a team (or fly solo) for trivia night at Don Lupe Grill. “There will be prizes!”
Dinner is a 6 p.m. Games begin at 7 p.m. Entry fee is $50 pesos per person.
To secure your seat, call 415-130-0875
The address is La Loma #6, Santa Teresita de Don Diego. (Out toward Los Frailes.) And here’s a bit of trivia: If you take a cab out, Don Lupe’s will pay for your cab home!
May 18, Saturday
7:45 a.m. Audubon will be birdwatching
If it is the third Saturday of the month, that means birdwatchers will be flocking to the Instituto Allende, Ancha de San Antonio 20. Members free, non-members $200 pesos or US $10. To register for the birdwalk email AudubonSMAbirdwalks@gmail.com . More information at www.audubonmexico.org
Noon – Lullabies from around the world
Consider this guitar and voice concert by Claudia Paola Hernandez. During the month of celebrations for mothers, this concert features “lullabies” from around the world. Come hear lullabies that are characteristic of different regions and languages.
The location is Univerciudad UG Casa El Nigromante, at Umarán #38. Tickets are a mere $100. For the university community, students, and INAPAM cardholders, only $50.
5 p.m. ‘Guadalajara, Guadalajara!’ art debut
“A combustible combination of artists, from the formidable vanguard of the new, emerging Guadalajara art scene arrive here in San Miguel. Together, artists Patricia García, Carlos Laracilla, Joaquín Urrutia and Jesús Villalpando (Feng Chuy) create a diverse, inspiring exhibit without limits.” – Micheal Healy
Exhibit is at HEALY contemporáneo, Puente de Umaran #15, Centro. You can get a preview of the stunning, curated art here. (Among them, the art of surrealist Patricia García, shown here.)
Read all about it, right here.
6 p.m. — Tributes to Puccini and Milhaud
The House of Culture, Mesones #71, presents three exceptional nights with the Sinfonietta MIQ under the artistic direction of Juan Trigos. Mark your calendars for May 18, 25, and June 1, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.
Enjoy the work of Puccini and Milhaud in celebration of memorable anniversaries, along with tributes and extraordinary talents in each performance.
6 p.m — Lady Zen: “Sacred Sessions” at Soltribe Cuisine
Lady Zen will be presenting an evening of sacred poetry, music, and meditation. She will be sharing aspects of her own spiritual practice and how it interweaves with her music and performances.
Soletribe Cuisine will be providing a vegan, gluten free three-course meal, included in the $500 peso ticket. The restaurant is located upstairs in Sano Market, Ancha de San Antonio #123.
For tickets, click on this link.
9 p.m.–Coldplay by candlelight
The music of the popular pop-alternative band will be performed by a classical string quartet in the multi-sensory surroundings at Live Aqua. Picture hundreds of flickering candles as musicians perform “A Sky Full of Stars,” “Live Life,” “Speed of Sound,” “My Universe,” and many more in an hourlong concert.
The 7 p.m. show is sold out but tickets remain for the 9 p.m. show in the $450 and $550 range. Doors open a half hour before the program.
Live Aqua is located at Calz. De La Presa No. 85, San Miguel.
To purchase tickets online: https://feverup.com/m/160155
Future events:
Mama, get on your dancin’ shoes. Coming to San Miguel in August, the indefatigable Woody Price and Los Roadrunners. A one-time resident of San Miguel, Woody Price has been rocking and rolling Texas for a few years. One thing I remember most about his shows here: EVERYBODY dances.
Los RoadRunners SMA Tour 2024
August 2 Raindog – RoadRunners, 8-10 p.m.
August 3rd Kenny’s – Woody Price solo, 7-9 p.m.
August 6 Tupinamba
August 7 Aristocrat with Miguel, 7-9 p.m.
August 11 Coyote – RoadRunners, 1-3 p.m.
August 13 Tupinamba
August 16 Paprika – RoadRunners, 7-9 p.m.
August 20 Tupinamba
August 21 Aristocrat – RoadRunners, 7-9 p.m.
August 22 Raindog with Miguel, 8-10 p.m.
August 27 Tupinamba
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