JPO 4th Program
Alondra de la Parra leads the Jalisco Philharmonic Orchestra (JPO) in two classics: Beethoven’s “Concert for Piano and Orchestra, No. 4,” and Brahms’ “Symphony No. 1.” The guest pianist is Jan Lisiceki from Canada.
Teatro Degollado, Friday, June 29, 8:30 p.m. and Sunday July 1, 12:30 p.m. 90-170 pesos.
JPO 5th Program
Soprano Megan Rose Williams and mezzosoprano Carla Dirlikov headline as the orchestra interprets Mahler’s “Symphony No. 2” (Resurrection). Alondra de la Parra conducts.
Teatro Degollado, Friday, July 6, 8:30 p.m. and Sunday July 8, 12:30 p.m. 90-170 pesos.
JPO 6th Program
The final concerts of the summer season feature Revueltas’ “Sensemaya,” Tchaikovsky’s “Sleeping Beauty” and Shostakovich’s “Fifth Symphony.” Conducted by Alondra de la Parra.
Teatro Degollado, Friday, July 13, 8:30 p.m. and Sunday July 15, 12:30 p.m. 90-170 pesos.
Folk dance
The dynamic Universidad de Guadalajara Ballet Folklorico troupe are back for nine summer shows in July and August. Not to be missed!
Teatro Degollado, Sundays from July 1 through August 26, 10 a.m.
Choir
A performance by the Monumental Choir of the Instituto Cultural Cabañas.
Teatro Degollado, Sunday, July 1, 6:30 p.m.
Il Divo
Pop opera group comprised of French, Spanish, U.S. and Swiss vocalists. Il Divo (Italian for “divine male performer”) have sold over 26 million albums.
VFG Arena (Carretera a Chapala Km 20) Wednesday, July 4. 300-1,800 pesos, available from Ticketnaster or at the VFG box office. Call (33) 3284-1470 for more information.
UDG Ballet Folclorico Infantil
See the adult stars of the future in this one-off show by the exceptional Universidad de Guadalajara children’s folk dance group.
Teatro Diana, Sunday, July 8, 6 p.m. 100-250 pesos.
Mayumana
Eight shows are planned by this Israeli dance troupe that uses a unique combination of rhythm, visual effects and humor. Their hugely acclaimed Momentum show presents innovative technologies based on the perception of time and synchronization, while integrating live music, singing and video clips with a combination of rhythm, energy, humor and movement. The show has toured many countries since its debut in late 2008. The troupe was founded in 1996 in Tel Aviv.
Teatro Diana, Thursday, July 12, 8:30 p.m.; Friday, July 13, 6:30 p.m. & 9:30 p.m.; Saturday, July 14, 6:30 p.m;. & 9:30 p.m.; Sunday, July 15, 4 p.m. & 7 p.m.; Monday, July 16, 8:30 p.m. 100-700 pesos.
The Illusionists
Seven renowned magicians – Dan Sperry, Brett Daniels, Jeff McBride, Mark Kalin, Jinger Leigh, Andrew Basso and Mexico’s Joaquin Kotkin – come together for a series of spectacular shows. The Illusionists enjoyed a hugely successful season at the Sydney Opera House and will be making their Latin American debuts in Mexico this summer. Expect to see great effects, sets and props. There will be on stage fireworks, too.
Auditorio Telmex, Thursday, August 2, 8 p.m.; Friday, August 3, 8 p.m.; Saturday, August 4, noon and 8 p.m.; Sunday, August 5, 5 p.m. 500-1,150 pesos.