VIVA VERACRUZ! THE SHOW, a journey through the enchanted folklore of Veracruz, Mexico will make its American premiere on the Las Vegas Strip. The story of a traveler’s walk through the legends and colorful history of Veracruz, Mexico, VIVA VERACRUZ! THE SHOW will premiere at the PH Showroom insidePlanet Hollywood Resort & Casino on July 28.
An adventure told with dance and music, traditional and modern elements, artisanal handicrafts and cutting-edge technology,VIVA VERACRUZ! THE SHOW was commissioned by the state government of Veracruz, Mexico. Produced by renowned Mexican producer Luis De Llano-Stevens and Alex Esqueda, VIVA VERACRUZ! THE SHOW creates a remarkable stage production as an homage to the “Son Jarocho” or folklore, songs, music and dance of Veracruz.
“Audiences will be surprised and emotionally captivated by the spectacular sensations this show provokes,” said Alex Esqueda, producer of VIVA VERACRUZ! THE SHOW. “We proudly invite the Las Vegas community and tourists to enjoy this visually-exciting experience.”
Divided into 12 choreographed dance numbers, the show is composed of a series of vignettes. The music is a combination of original compositions and traditional songs such as the world-famous “La Bamba.” Salsa, Danzon, contemporary dance and, of course, Jarocho, the original Veracruz dance, confront each other in a combination of cultures and traditions.