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Mexico City's IMSS Theaters to Reopen; 30M Peso Investment in Cultural Events

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Key Takeaways

  • 25 IMSS theaters to be reactivated with a 30 million peso investment, announced March 27, 2025.
  • IMSS theater network reactivated with independent plays; agreement signed March 27, 2025.
  • Free theatre performances for World Theatre Day at Centro Cultural Helénico and other venues.
  • MICMXIFF International Film Festival 2025 presents free screenings at Cine Diana and other locations.
  • Sebastião Salgado's "Amazônia" exhibition is being presented at the Museo Nacional de Antropología.

Theater News

25 IMSS theaters to be reactivated with 30M peso investment.

On March 27, 2025, it was announced that 25 IMSS theaters will be reactivated with a 30 million peso investment.

IMSS theater network reactivated with independent plays.

The reactivation of the IMSS theater network with independent plays was announced on March 28, 2025. The Secretaría de Cultura and the IMSS signed an agreement on March 27, 2025, and announced the call for companies from all over the country.

Free theatre performances for World Theatre Day in Mexico City.

To celebrate World Theatre Day on March 27, 2025, various venues in Mexico City offered free theatre performances. Participating venues included the Centro Cultural Helénico, Biblioteca México, and Biblioteca José Vasconcelos. Performances included plays like "Todos eran mis hijos", "Centroamérica", "Mucho ruido y pocas nueces", and "Nina y el misterio de la tortuga".

Mexico City on Film

MICMXIFF International Film Festival 2025: Free screenings in CDMX.

The sixth edition of the MICMXIFF International Film Festival 2025 is being presented in CDMX with free screenings and premieres at Cine Diana, Casa del Lago, and Alianza Francesa, according to a report on March 27, 2025.

Cineclub del IPN presents 30 free films for Children's Day.

The Cineclub del IPN will present a selection of 30 free films with art themes for Children's Day in April at the Centro Cultural Jaime Torres Bodet, as reported on March 27, 2025.

Artistic Expressions

Sebastião Salgado's "Amazônia" exhibition at Museo Nacional de Antropología.

The exhibition "Amazônia" by Sebastião Salgado will be presented at the Museo Nacional de Antropología, as reported on March 27, 2025.

National Gallery showcases 28 works in Sala Sunley.

The National Gallery is currently showcasing a collection of 28 works in the Sala Sunley. The exhibition opened to the public on March 27, 2025.

"Todo O’Gorman" exhibition exploring Juan O'Gorman's legacy.

The exhibition "Todo O’Gorman" exploring the legacy of architect and artist Juan O'Gorman will be held at the MUCA, as reported on March 27, 2025.

Arnaldo Coen's "Vendeur De Rêves" at L/S Galería Four Seasons.

The exhibition "Vendeur De Rêves" by Arnaldo Coen, showcasing recent works by the artist, will be presented at L/S Galería Four Seasons, according to a report on March 27, 2025.

Ugo Rondinone's "Long Last Happy" at Artz Pedregal.

Arte Abierto presents the exhibition "Long Last Happy" by Ugo Rondinone at Artz Pedregal, inviting reflection on happiness, according to a report on March 27, 2025.

"Francisco Toledo. Grabador de enigmas" at Museo del Estanquillo.

The Museo del Estanquillo presents "Francisco Toledo. Grabador de enigmas", an exhibition exploring the artist's work, as reported on March 27, 2025.

Gabriel Orozco's "Politécnico Nacional" exhibition at Museo Jumex.

The Museo Jumex presents an exhibition of Gabriel Orozco, titled "Politécnico Nacional", according to a report on March 27, 2025.

Alberto Castro Leñero's "Desplazamiento" at Antiguo Colegio de San Ildefonso.

Alberto Castro Leñero's portable mural "Desplazamiento", inspired by migration and influenced by the passing of poet David Huerta, will be inaugurated on March 29, 2025, at the Antiguo Colegio de San Ildefonso. It will be exhibited for six months alongside José Clemente Orozco's fresco "La ley y la justicia".

Festive Celebrations

"Haru Matsuri" Japanese festival in CDMX.

The "Haru Matsuri" Japanese festival in CDMX, featuring Japanese food and artist performances, was announced on March 28, 2025, and occurred on March 27, 2025.

TONO Festival at the Anahuacalli Museum.

Cultural activities in Mexico City from March 27-30, 2025, include the TONO Festival at the Anahuacalli Museum, as reported on March 28, 2025.

Spring-themed night bike ride in Mexico City.

Cultural activities in Mexico City from March 27-30, 2025, include a spring-themed night bike ride, as reported on March 28, 2025.

CDMX Music Scene

Dora Juárez presents 'Planeta Ballena' at Casa del Lago.

Mexican singer Dora Juárez will present her new album, "Planeta Ballena," at the Casa del Lago.

Polymarchs coming to the Arena Ciudad de México.

Polymarchs is coming to the Arena Ciudad de México; details on when and where to buy tickets are available.

Cultural Hotspots

Emiliano Ruiz Parra presents work at Huerto Roma Verde, April 10.

Emiliano Ruiz Parra will present his work on April 10, 2025, at Huerto Roma Verde, in the Roma Sur neighborhood. Vicente Gutiérrez is also mentioned in relation to the event.

Podcast: Bordar las emociones en la ciudad with Paulina León.

Cultural activities in Mexico City from March 27-30, 2025, include a podcast: Bordar las emociones en la ciudad with Paulina León, as reported on March 28, 2025.

Echoes of the Past

Institute of Aesthetic Research celebrates 90th anniversary.

Living Traditions

Altares de Dolores at the Museo de El Carmen.

Cultural activities in Mexico City from March 27-30, 2025, include Altares de Dolores at the Museo de El Carmen, as reported on March 28, 2025.

Stage Spectacles

Viridiana Monteagudo returns with 'Lucrecia en: Él Regresó'.

Viridiana Monteagudo is returning with 'Lucrecia en: Él Regresó'. The new season will be presented at the Foro Shakespeare in the Condesa neighborhood.

'Sin fecha de caducidad' for World Theater Day 2025.

For World Theater Day 2025, 'Sin fecha de caducidad', with dramaturgy and direction by Edurne Goded, will be presented in the Sala Xavier Villaurrutia on March 27, 2025.

Ballet de la CDMX presents "Swan Lake" for children.

The Ballet de la CDMX will present a children's version of "Swan Lake" at the National Auditorium, as reported on March 28, 2025. The event itself occurred on March 27, 2025.

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