Valley-inspired Musical ‘¡Despierta!’ an Uplifting Ode to All Things RGV
myRGV 7.16.24
If “Les Misérables” is considered the emotional rallying cry for all things redemption and revolution, then “¡Despierta!” can be thought of as a love letter for what sets the Rio Grande Valley apart from the rest of the world as the spiritual center of Tex-Mex culture.
City of Edinburg to Host Free “FridaFest”, July 27th
Texas Border Business 7.12.24
FridaFest honors renowned Mexican artist Frida Kahlo and celebrates the local artistic community. The festival will open with the premiere of an original musical, ¡Despierta!, about the region and starring 75 community members. After the premiere, the outdoor celebration will include public art commissions, demonstrating artists, local performers, and an exciting closing headliner. This festival will surround the new Edinburg Arts, Culture, and Events Center (A.C.E), soon to be the “Heart of the Arts in Edinburg.”
FridaFest set for July 27 in Edinburg
KRGV 07.09.24
The city of Edinburg is celebrating renewed Mexican artist, Frida Kahlo.
FridaFest 2024 is set for Saturday, July 27 at 5 p.m. at the Edinburg Promenade Park Amphitheater, located at 211 W. McIntyre St.
