Nudes
A group of artists who have been meeting weekly in a private studio to draw and paint from life – usually the female form – will open an exhibition of their work on Thursday, September 20, 5-9 p.m. at the Art and Sol Gallery in Ajijic.
The artists begin their sessions by trying to capture the essence of a pose in just one minute. They gradually advance to longer sessions to finish the work. The media includes pencil, charcoal, oil paints, acrylic paint and pastel.
The show, titled “Go Figure,” features works by Isabel Goode-Deblanc, Rita Harrington, Cindi DuBois, Liz Naidoff, Phoebe Monroe, Randy Tumblin, Betty Peterson and Jutta Fernald.
The Art and Sol Gallery is located on Calle Colon just a few doors toward the lake from Calle Parroquia near the Ajijic Plaza. The exhibition will remain in place through September 22.
Singers needed
Los Cantantes del Lago, Lakeside’s own professionally directed choir, is looking for more voices, particularly tenors and sopranos (other ranges are also welcome). If you’re interested in joining this exciting and active choral group go to www.loscantantesdellago.com and complete the “Sign Up Now” form in the “Join” section, or email Tim Welch at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Piano recitals
The Gonzalez Gallo Cultural Center in Chapala presents more pianists in its “Piano Recital Cycle” on the last two Fridays in September.
The pianist on September 21 is Porfirio Preciado Villaseñor, while Jesus Romero Maciel performs on September 28. Both recitals begin at 7 p.m. and admission is free.
The Cultural Center is located at Avenida Gonzalez Gallo 1500 (old train station) in Chapala.
Naked Stage
Playing at the Naked Stage Readers’ Theatre on September 21, 22 and 23 is “A Thousand Clowns” by Herb Gardner, directed by Liz White.
Written in 1962, the play was made into a movie starring Jason Robards, Jr. (he also appeared in the play). The lead character is a charming unemployed children’s show writer with Peter Pan syndrome. He’s forced to choose between social conformity and the probable loss of custody of his 11-year-old nephew. The play won the 1965 Writers Guild of America Award for Best Written American Comedy.
Curtain time is 4 p.m. Get there early. The bar opens at 3 p.m. and the box office at 3:15 p.m.
The Naked Stage is located at Rio Bravo 10A on the west end of Ajijic. The theater is behind the San Pedro Restaurant, which is open for lunch and dinner with a no-host bar. The donation is 80 pesos and reservations are recommended. Email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
“A Thousand Clowns” is not suitable for children.
Orchestra
The Ajijic Orchestra under the direction of Daniel Medeles will present its anniversary concert at the Ajijic Cultural Center on Saturday, September 22, 7 p.m.
The program will include orchestra arrangements of popular Mexican music. Several vocalists and the “Cuarteto Ajijic,” a string quartet, will also perform. Tickets will be available at the door for 60 pesos for adults and 30 pesos for children and students. Ajijic Cultural Center can be found on the north side of Ajijic’s principal plaza.
These talented musicians donate their time for rehearsals and performances and really deserve your support. You won’t be disappointed. For more information contact Chuni Medeles at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. (cel. 331-098-6246) or Steve Caver at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Tickets
The Music Appreciation Society (MAS Musica) will continue to sell season tickets at the following locations: Lake Chapala Society, weekdays, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. until September 21 and on Sunday, September 16 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the Guadalupe Victoria walkway near the Ajijic plaza. The tickets will also be sold at Charter Club Tours and at Diane Pearl Colecciones. For more information go to www.masajijic.com.