Art contest
Lakeside artists are invited to participate in the annual exhibition to be held at the Centro Cultural Ajijic (CCA) that runs from November 18 to 30.
Up to four pieces (small size) or one that does not exceed three feet in width can be entered. All works must be delivered to the CCA office by November 16, open 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The title, author’s name, technique, dimensions and price must be attached to or written on the back of each piece.
Exhibits
• Enjoy the exhibition of the Day of the Dead Painting Contest at the Ajijic Cultural Center through November 15.
• A collective art show up at Galeria de Arte Axixic features four talented young artists from the Neil James Children’s Art Legacy and 15 well-known Lakeside artists.
Live Music
• Pianist Rodrigo Leal will perform a free music recital Friday, November 17, 4 p.m. at Saint Andrew’s Anglican Episcopal Church, Calle San Lucas 19 in Riberas del Pilar.
• The Ajijic Cabaret Troupe will perform Tuesday, November 28, 7 p.m. at El BarCo in a benefit for the children of Niños Incapacitados. Tickets, 600 pesos, are available at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..">This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Reservations must be made by November 13.
• Las Palmas restaurant at Libramiento 96 in San Antonio Tlayacapan will host Stan Foster’s Jimmy Buffet celebration Wednesday, November 22, 6:30 p.m. Cover is 150 pesos.
• The Iron Horse Bar and grill will host Soul Sacrifice, a Carlos Santana tribute band, Saturday, September 9, 5:30 p.m. as a fundraiser for the Tiopa Banextli Health Clinic. 250 pesos cover.
Bare Stage Theatre
He’s standing on the 7th story ledge of an apartment building, considering jumping, when he’s interrupted by a couple bickering about a wallet in the window next to him. Thus begins Bare Stage’s November production of “7 Stories” by playwright Morris Panych.
Panych is a multiple award-winning Canadian playwright whose works have been translated and produced throughout the world. “7 Stories,” a fast-paced dark comedy, full of energy, great one-liners and a wonderful parade of characters, is his most-produced play.
Directed by Darlene Sherwood, the cast includes Mark Donaldson, Sharon Jarvis, Brian King, Christine L’Ecluse, and Tony Wilshere. Show dates are Friday, November 24, Saturday, November 25, and Sunday, November 26. All shows are at 4 p.m. Tickets are 200 pesos. Reserve at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..">This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Art Market
The Artists Alliance of Lake Chapala will hold its monthly Art Market Saturday, November 25, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Garden of Dreams Boutique Hotel, Constitucion 105 in Ajijic. The featured medium this month is glass, mosaics, sculptures and ceramics. More than 50 artists and craftspeople will sell their creations. Enjoy live music, food and drinks in a garden setting.
Ajijic Ukulele Sing
Enjoy a jam session in Ajijic Centro, all levels of players welcome. No charge. Play, sing or just be audience. Ukuleles, guitars, banjos and zithers welcome. Visit Ajijic Ukulele Sing on Facebook or contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for details.
LLT auditions
Lakeside Little Theatre holds auditions for Moliere’s “Tartuffe” Thursday and Friday, November 30 and December 1, 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Six women and six men of various ages are needed. Show dates are April 5-14. For details email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..">This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Tidings and Tinsel
Bravo Theatre will present a musical ride through the holidays under the direction of Timothy G. Ruff Welch and Jayme Littlejohn December 10, 13 and 17 at 4 p.m. and December 12 at 7 p.m. Performers include Janeene Williams, Tim Johnson, Tonantzin Aragon, Oscar Addiel, Amy Stackhouse, Wanda White and Jayme Littlejohn. Tickets, 350 pesos, at It’s Kinda Bazaar, Mia’s Boutique and This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..">This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..