The 12th edition of the New York Jazz All Stars cycle kicks off in Mexico City. Starting March 14, at the new venue, the Teatro de la Ciudad Esperanza Iris, a series of concerts by leading international jazz musicians will begin. This annual festival, supported by Jazz at Lincoln Center, not only introduces the audience to the best talents but also offers free educational lectures for students, musicians, and the general public.
The cycle will be opened by American pianist of Dutch descent Gerald Clayton, a six-time Grammy nominee. His performance will feature a blend of traditional hard bop with contemporary influences. His ensemble will include Matt Brewer on double bass, who has collaborated with masters such as Antonio Sánchez and Gonzalo Rubalcaba.
In addition to jazz, Mexico City's cultural scene will host several other significant events. On March 14, the supergroup Madreperla will debut at the Vive Latino festival. It features legendary figures of Mexican rock: Cecilia Toussaint, José Manuel Aguilera, Alfonso André, and Federico Fong. They will present their first live album.
Also, starting April 16, the second season of the monologue "The Dogs That Saved My Life" will begin at El Círculo Teatral. This autobiographical story, told from the perspective of a dog named Rufo, explores themes of healing, forgiveness, and unconditional love. Author and star Alan Blasco says of the work: "This piece was born to exorcise my demons and honor Medusa."
