By Raul Gasque
Hello everyone!
September kicks off with an incredible burst of cultural energy in Mérida, Yucatán! I am excited to present our cultural agenda for the month, filled with exhibitions, workshops, and must-see activities. I hope you enjoy the offerings and find events that enrich your cultural experience.
Enjoy!
Raúl Gasque
At Casa Gemela:
The 10/10 exhibition offers a collection of figurative paintings and drawings that adorn the elegant foyer of this iconic house.
Where: Casa Gemela
Katashi: La Forma del Presente
Katachi is a practice aimed at awakening a state of Presence, fostering creative permeability with physical space. Through a body-centered exploration and active contemplation of the site or location, participants are able to integrate, develop, and create new movements, gestures, and sounds. These are unique to their personal journey and co-created with the space as vital expressions.
Where: Casa Creativa, Rómulo Rizo C.25 #479, Itzimná, Mérida
When: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 AM to 12 PM
Painting Exhibition: “Coincidencia”
The exhibition features the work of Ileana Magoda and Alexander Grawoig, who showcase abstract paintings, alongside José Luis Bojórquez, whose figurative pieces reflect the idiosyncrasies of signage in Yucatán, influenced by peninsular pop art.
Where: 54th Street 453B between 51 and 53, Centro. Mérida, Yucatán.
When: 10 AM–1 PM and 5 PM–8 PM, Monday to Saturday.
The gallery will soon announce the dates and times for guided tours on 54 Gallery’s social media.
Exhibition: Sosok I Soskil: “No todo lo que brilla fue oro”
Artist: Rafiki Sánchez
In Sosok I Soskil: No todo lo que brilla fue oro, Rafiki Sánchez explores the historical memory of Yucatán, challenging the concept of the collective consciousness. Through his work, Sánchez develops an essay that invites the audience to reconsider what we value, both in the past and in the present.
Hours of the Pinacoteca Juan Gamboa Guzmán.
When: Anexo callejón del Congreso entre 58 y 60. Col. Centro, Mérida, Yuc.
Eugenia León and the Orquesta Típica Yukalpetén sing to Yucatán.
A repertoire that celebrates our musical heritage and the hits of this renowned performer 🎼🎤🎻.
Don’t miss this special concert to celebrate the 1st Anniversary of Gran Parque La Plancha!
⏰ 8:00 PM
📆 November 28
📌 Amphitheater at Gran Parque La Plancha
🎟️ Free Admission
Tropicalia Minimal: a Peninsular Spectacle, Harp and voice presented by Veronica Valerio
The Secretariat of Culture and Arts of Yucatán, committed to its mission of offering high-level artistic events, is honored to invite you to the show “TROPICALIA MINIMAL: A PENINSULAR SPECTACLE. HARP AND VOICE” featuring the participation of the “Renacer” Community String Orchestra, which will take place:
⏰ 7:00 PM
📆 December 7th
📌 Amphitheater at Gran Parque La Plancha
🎟️ Free Admission
By Raul Gasque, writer & Spanish Teacher
IF INTERESTED IN SPANISH LESSONS HIS CREATIVE WAY OF TEACHING HELPS THOSE OF ALL LEVELS
ABOUT HIS CLASSES:
By Raul Gasque artist and educator
Learn Spanish Through Art, Culture & History: A Journey Beyond the Classroom
Art & Spanish is a personalized class where students learn about the art and history of Yucatan and Mexico all in Spanish–FOR ALL LEVELS OF SPANISH– working with books and materials specially selected for each student’s level and interest. Grammar diagrams and books are also used to strengthen the use of the Spanish language.
The class can be taught individually, in pairs, or in a group. The programs can be developed from beginning level to advanced and anyone older than 16 years old who wants to learn about art, culture, and Spanish is welcome. Classes are held at the student’s home or at a location that is convenient for the teacher and student.
If you have had a hard time learning Spanish or want to master the language, this is a great way to do it especially if you are an art and history lover! You will learn so much about this wonderful country and start speaking Spanish more fluently.
ABOUT RAUL
Raúl Gasque is a multidisciplinary artist and educator. His works have been exhibited in museums, galleries, and institutions worldwide. His texts have been published in magazines, exhibitions, and catalogs. He currently has two columns where he writes about culture and arts.
His passion for sharing knowledge about culture, transcultural scenarios, and language constantly evolves. At this time he has successfully developed educational programs for two prestigious international schools in Taiwan and a series about art history in different venues in Mexico and Yucatan.
Contact:
WhatsApp 9995 029019 Email: contrasteymemoria@gmail.com Networks: Instagram @_artelimbico_ and @_raulgasque_
