Efren González is a man on the move. For the past year, the artist has frequently been absent from his Ajijic studio-gallery, traveling to show his work and attend workshops both as an experienced teacher and a student keen to hone his skills.

Roseann Wilshire recently concluded another successful run of her Actors’ Showcase. Many of her students will now go on to audition at other theatrical productions in the area.

A five-member Guadalajara band specializing in a unique, lively and sexy genre of post-World War II bar songs are slated to perform at the Avocado Club Thursday, August 31.

After a summer recess, the Lakeside Little Theatre (LLT) gets back into the swing of the action with a pre-season fundraiser to assist its ongoing upgrading projects.

Ernesto Ramirez, who has gone on from an early musical education at the University of Guadalajara to become an internationally acclaimed tenor, and his wife, distinguished Canadian mezzo-soprano Michèle Bogdanowicz, will present a selection of beloved opera and show music in Ajijic, Thursday, August 24, 4 p.m., in the large Auditorio de la Ribera in La Floresta.

Original paintings by Jorge Eduardo “Churro” Beltrán Aceves and his faithful canine companion Tigrillo will be featured in an unorthodox art show opening/street party