100 upcoming theater events
Tristan und Isolde. Ópera de Richard Wagner
sáb, 21 mar 2026 a las 10:00 a. m.
Auditorio Nacional
Experience Wagner’s Tristan und Isolde performed at Auditorio Nacional in Mexico City. A grand, Romantic opera presented in an acclaimed indoor venue, offering a powerful blend of lush orchestration and dramatic storytelling in a live classical production.
Tristan und Isolde
sáb, 21 mar 2026 a las 10:00 a. m.
Auditorio Nacional
Experience Wagner's Tristan und Isolde performed at Auditorio Nacional in Mexico City. This grand opera fills the modern, acoustically praised hall with lush orchestration and soaring vocal lines, delivering a quintessential classic in a distinguished venue.
Tristan und Isolde - Opera
sáb, 21 mar 2026 a las 10:00 a. m.
Auditorio Nacional
Experience Wagner’s Tristan und Isolde in German at Mexico City’s Auditorio Nacional. This full-length opera delivers lush Wagnerian orchestration and timeless romance in an iconic indoor venue, offering a rare chance to hear a cornerstone of the operatic repertoire live.
El viaje
sáb, 21 mar 2026 a las 12:30 p. m.
Centro Cultural del Bosque (CCB)
El viaje is a circus-theatre performance at Centro Cultural del Bosque that fuses bicycle art, Cyr wheel, hoop manipulation, clowning, and multimedia. Six performers explore time’s cycles—the movement from birth to death and rebirth—creating a visually striking, kinetic meditation on existence.
Rompecabezas
sáb, 21 mar 2026 a las 01:00 p. m.
Teatro Helénico
An intimate 50-minute docu-fiction theatre piece at Teatro Helénico that follows Camila, a 15-year-old facing severe economic and family pressures, as she seeks an escape from anxiety. The production invites dialogue with other teens and audiences about youth mental health.
Instrucciones para mantener la calma
sáb, 21 mar 2026 a las 12:00 p. m.
Jardín Escénico
Choreography and direction by Citlali Rojas Pedroza (with Sahian), presented by Frenesí at Jardín Escénico, invites audiences to rethink urban rhythms and how bodies claim public space. This dance-theater piece explores freedom of expression and inhabiting cities free of violence through contemporary movement.
Casting de voces para radioteatro: Como agua para chocolate (FARO Aragón)
sáb, 21 mar 2026 a las 10:00 a. m.
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Open casting for a radio play adaptation of Laura Esquivel's Como agua para chocolate at FARO Aragón. Voice actors are invited to audition for the radiotheatre production, with the session taking place in CDMX. Clear instructions and timing are listed in the article.
En busca del Snark
sáb, 21 mar 2026 a las 01:00 p. m.
Teatro Helénico
Whimsical theatre at Teatro Helénico in Mexico City about Betina and a mischievous Snark that feeds on anger, courage, and sadness. A captain and two sailors chase the creature, guiding Betina to understand her feelings and find courage on a voyage that feels like a storybook come to life.
Los dos Hidalgos de Verona
sáb, 21 mar 2026 a las 02:00 p. m.
Centro Cultural del Bosque (CCB)
A live theatre adaptation of Shakespeare's The Two Gentlemen of Verona by Ráfaga Teatro at Centro Cultural del Bosque in Mexico City. The production explores the challenges of staging theatre and invites audiences to witness creativity under adversity.
Viajeras: Shadow theatre for kids
sáb, 21 mar 2026 a las 03:00 p. m.
Centro Cultural del Bosque (CCB)
Two migrants, Tonalli and Naiara, share a new home as their worlds intertwine through drawing, shadow theatre, and imagination. This 45-minute, family-friendly show for ages 3+ invites audiences to discover belonging in a magical performance at Centro Cultural del Bosque (CCB) in Mexico City.
Atardecer Salvaje: La Historia de Todxs
sáb, 21 mar 2026 a las 04:00 p. m.
Jardín Escénico
Atardecer Salvaje is a contemporary theatre piece staged at Jardín Escénico in Mexico City. The drama, crafted and directed by Nathalia Fuentes, features Ana Beatriz Martínez, Eva Fuentes, Eugenia Díaz, Valeria Dávila and Nathalia Fuentes. A sunlit journey about wind, memory and bidding farewell to those who still dance in the air.
El Rey León: Disney's The Lion King musical
dom, 22 mar 2026
Mexico City (Ciudad de México)
Disney’s The Lion King musical comes to Mexico City, presented by OCESA, on March 22, 2026. A dazzling, family-friendly theater experience featuring the show’s iconic songs, vibrant costumes, and spectacular staging in an indoor venue.
Rompecabezas
sáb, 21 mar 2026 a las 01:00 p. m.
Mexico City (Ciudad de México)
Rompecabezas is a youth-oriented theatre piece directed by Berta Hirart at Foro La Gruta in Mexico City. Starring Andrea Cruz, Mónica Bajonero and Alberto Cerz, it runs Mar 7–Apr 26, 2026 (suspensions Apr 11–12). Tickets are 261 MXN, offering a vivid stage experience for young audiences.
Pescador pez
sáb, 21 mar 2026 a las 11:30 a. m.
Centro Cultural del Bosque (CCB)
Shadow puppet theater Pescador pez by Cosmonautas Teatro de Sombras at Centro Cultural del Bosque in Mexico City, for ages 7+, a 40-minute family-friendly show where a luckless fisherman dreams, faces fears, and learns to sing.
Rompecabezas
sáb, 21 mar 2026 a las 01:00 p. m.
Mexico City (Ciudad de México)
Youth-oriented theatre at Foro La Gruta in Mexico City. A drama piece by Berta Hirart, directed by Hirart, featuring Andrea Cruz, Mónica Bajonero, and Alberto Cerz. Runs March 7–April 26, 2026 (with suspensions on April 11–12). A lively, family-friendly show for young audiences.
Rompecabezas
sáb, 21 mar 2026 a las 01:00 p. m.
Mexico City (Ciudad de México)
Rompecabezas is a youth-oriented theatre piece at Foro La Gruta in Mexico City. Created by Berta Hirart, directed by Berta Hirart, with Andrea Cruz, Mónica Bajonero, and Alberto Cerz in the cast; runs March 7–April 26, 2026 (suspensions on April 11–12). Tickets 261 MXN.
La fe de los cerdos
sáb, 21 mar 2026 a las 05:00 p. m.
Foro Shakespeare
A gripping Spanish-language theatre piece at Foro Shakespeare in Mexico City. La fe de los cerdos invites audiences into a provocative, intimate performance that blends dark humor with social critique. Don’t miss this thought-provoking evening of live theatre in a renowned downtown venue.
Rebeladas
sáb, 21 mar 2026 a las 06:15 p. m.
Centro Cultural Universitario (UNAM) - Sala Carlos Monsiváis
Rebeladas is a bold live theater piece staged at UNAM's Centro Cultural Universitario, Sala Carlos Monsiváis in Mexico City. This contemporary performance blends provocative storytelling with striking visuals, offering an immersive evening of boundary-pushing art for adults.
El doctor improvisado
sáb, 21 mar 2026 a las 11:00 a. m.
Centro Cultural del Bosque (CCB)
An imaginative 50-minute theatre piece presented by Teatro al hombro, where a poverty-weary tailor makes a pact with Death to become a doctor, only to learn the true cost of meddling with fate. Dramaturgy and direction by Rolando García, featuring Alan García and Olin García, at Centro Cultural del Bosque in Mexico City.
Ballet Folklórico de México de Amalia Hernández
dom, 22 mar 2026 a las 09:30 a. m.
Palacio de Bellas Artes - Sala Principal
At the Palacio de Bellas Artes in Mexico City, the Ballet Folklórico de México de Amalia Hernández presents six decades of folkloric dance, led by director general Salvador López and artistic director Viviana Basanta Hernández. This revered company, founded in 1952 by Amalia Hernández, showcases Mexican tradition on a world-class stage.
Liminal Land - Tierni Salvaje Escena presenta:
sáb, 21 mar 2026 a las 07:00 p. m.
Centro Cultural del Bosque (CCB)
Four moving postcards invite the audience to wander through landscapes that touch humanity—love, passion, the body, self-knowledge, dualities, and transformation. Choreography and direction by Ana Paula Ricalde, with Aime Irasema Sánchez, presented at Centro Cultural del Bosque in Mexico City.
Nina y Paul
sáb, 21 mar 2026 a las 12:00 p. m.
Centro Cultural del Bosque (CCB)
Two children, Nina and Paul, climb a tower to gaze at the sky, speaking without words and discovering the sweetness of love. A tender, imaginative children's theatre piece by La Covacha Teatro at Centro Cultural del Bosque (CCB) in CDMX, recommended for ages 7+, running about 50 minutes.
Trágame sueño
sáb, 21 mar 2026 a las 05:30 p. m.
Centro Cultural del Bosque (CCB)
A dreamlike family journey from Lagú Danza: Trágame sueño blends theatre, shadows and urban rhythms as Domitila leads a troupe of dreamers to outwit the Nightmare Entity on a magical stage at Centro Cultural del Bosque in Mexico City.
Bicho
sáb, 21 mar 2026 a las 01:00 p. m.
Mexico City (Ciudad de México)
A magical puppet theater piece for infants and families at Centro Cultural La Titería in Mexico City. Three unlikely diners and their quirky waiter animate everyday objects into creatures, inviting young audiences to explore curiosity, wonder, and playful surprises.
18° Gran Maratón Nacional de Teatro para niñas, niños y adolescentes
dom, 22 mar 2026
Mexico City (Ciudad de México)
A nationwide theater marathon for girls, boys and teens staged at Centro Cultural del Bosque's Jardín Escénico in Mexico City, featuring multiple plays from diverse dramaturgs and ensembles. The 18th Gran Maratón Nacional de Teatro runs March 21–22, 2026, spotlighting young audiences with varied performances.
Sólo Un bosque
sáb, 21 mar 2026 a las 05:00 p. m.
Centro Cultural del Bosque (CCB)
Two animal protagonists, Obawi the silver bear and Bachi the young gray wolf, wander and learn to bridge their differences in this forest tale by Proyecto Oso Índigo. Performed at Centro Cultural del Bosque, the piece blends storytelling with live theatre to spark imagination in families.
Que viene el lobo
sáb, 21 mar 2026 a las 05:00 p. m.
Centro Cultural del Bosque (CCB)
A playful children’s theatre piece where a wolf cub longs to be a storybook wolf and escapes into a magical world. Performed by Mondomeraki at Centro Cultural del Bosque in Mexico City, with dramaturgy and direction by Luisa Aguilar. Suitable for ages 6+, running about 50 minutes.
18° Gran Maratón Nacional de Teatro para niñas, niños y adolescentes
dom, 22 mar 2026
Mexico City (Ciudad de México)
Two-day Gran Maratón Nacional de Teatro for girls, boys and adolescents at Centro Cultural del Bosque (Jardín Escénico) in Mexico City, featuring multiple plays by various dramaturgs and directors. A lively, family-friendly festival of youth theatre presented on indoor stages.
Bicho
sáb, 21 mar 2026 a las 01:00 p. m.
Mexico City (Ciudad de México)
A charming puppet show for babies and their families at Centro Cultural La Titería in Mexico City. Three unexpected diners and their eccentric waiter transform ordinary objects into whimsical creatures, inviting very young audiences to wonder, giggle, and explore together.
Bicho
sáb, 21 mar 2026 a las 01:00 p. m.
Mexico City (Ciudad de México)
An imaginative puppetry-theatre experience for babies and their families at Centro Cultural La Titería in Mexico City. 'Bicho' brings three unexpected diners and an eccentric waiter to life as objects become creatures, and a growing strange being captivates young audiences with wonder and play.
HISTORIAS ENTRE CUERDAS Y PINCEL
dom, 22 mar 2026
Centro Cultural del Bosque (CCB)
A child-friendly theatre piece at Teatro del Bosque, Centro Cultural del Bosque in Mexico City, running March 20–22, 2026, directed by Mariano García. The production blends storytelling with string-driven music and painterly imagery, crafted for young audiences and families as part of the infantil program.
Señora leal
sáb, 21 mar 2026 a las 04:00 p. m.
Centro Cultural El Hormiguero
Señora Leal is a theater performance at Centro Cultural El Hormiguero in Mexico City. Presented in Spanish, this drama unfolds around themes of loyalty and personal choices, with tickets priced at 300 MXN. The show begins on March 21, 2026 at 4:00 PM.
El vuelo de los tercos
sáb, 21 mar 2026
Centro Cultural del Bosque (CCB)
A stage drama about stubborn dreamers who refuse to accept failure, brought to life by Gallo Profano and Ráfaga Teatro. Dramaturgy and direction by Quy Lan Lachino and Mauricio Carrillo, featuring a diverse ensemble at Centro Cultural del Bosque in Mexico City.
NT Live presenta: Inter Alia
dom, 22 mar 2026 a las 01:00 p. m.
Lunario Del Auditorio Nacional
NT Live's Inter Alia screens at Lunario del Auditorio Nacional in Mexico City as a high-quality live theatre broadcast. A National Theatre Live production, Inter Alia brings a prestige London stage experience to the intimate Lunario, with strong performances and crisp production.
Vestuario, luz y tercera llamada: Experiencia escénica
sáb, 21 mar 2026 a las 04:00 p. m.
Centro Cultural del Bosque (CCB)
A playful, experiential theatre moment for children aged 5 and up at Centro Cultural del Bosque in Mexico City. See how lighting, costumes, and sound come together to shape a moment on stage, with a limited run of 10 participants per session.
NT Live presenta: Inter Alia
dom, 22 mar 2026 a las 01:00 p. m.
NT Live presenta: Inter Alia
NT Live presents Inter Alia, a live theatre screening from the National Theatre. Shown in a Mexico City cinema, this English-language drama brings a studio-grade stage performance to the big screen with NT Live's signature production values.
Instinto roto
sáb, 21 mar 2026 a las 08:00 p. m.
Centro Cultural El Hormiguero
A dramatic stage production titled Instinto roto at Centro Cultural El Hormiguero in CDMX. This intimate performance dives into raw emotion and human fragility, blending contemporary theater with powerful storytelling for an adult audience.
Maui, el sonido de las aves
dom, 22 mar 2026 a las 01:00 p. m.
Teatro Patrimonio Mundial Zonas arqueológicas Quintana Roo Aguascalientes Baja Californ
An evocative theatre piece inspired by Maya legends and the language of birds, staged inside a historic world-heritage theatre in Mexico City. The production blends myth, rhythm, and nature for a thought‑provoking evening of live performance.
Sin pies ni cabeza
dom, 22 mar 2026 a las 11:00 a. m.
Centro Cultural del Bosque (CCB)
An engaging children's theater piece by Ráfaga Teatro, Sin pies ni cabeza, at Centro Cultural del Bosque. A dictator plots to seize every brain, testing freedom and love in a 55-minute show directed by Quy Lan Lachino with a cast including Mauricio Carrillo and César Ortíz.
Boyena - Arte y Escena
dom, 22 mar 2026
Centro Cultural del Bosque (CCB)
Five endearing grandmothers turn a workshop into a dreamlike world where friendship and magic lead the way in this family-friendly theatre piece. Created by Itzel Lara and directed by Alejandro Cervantes, with cast including Maira Carrillo, Yunuenn Hidalgo, Elba Nallely Maros, Nycolle González, Dano Ramírez, and Marco Torres, at Centro Cultural del Bosque in Mexico City for ages 7 and up.
Cosas pequeñas y extraordinarias
dom, 22 mar 2026
Centro Cultural del Bosque (CCB)
An 8-year-old Emma, who collects small and extraordinary things, must flee violence and start over in a new country. This intimate children's theater piece at Centro Cultural del Bosque follows her finding wonder in a new home, with dramaturgy and direction by Micaela Gramajo and Daniela Arroio and a cast including Sergio Solis and Ignacio Ferreyra.
Ojos de nube: Los cantores del confín
dom, 22 mar 2026 a las 05:00 p. m.
Centro Cultural del Bosque (CCB)
A family-friendly theatre piece at Centro Cultural del Bosque in Mexico City, with dramaturgy and direction by Berta Hiriart, featuring Yarí, Muma, and Félix the rabbit as they launch a 'Plant a Plant' campaign to reforest the city amid drought.
Bombu - Sakiko Yokoo presenta
dom, 22 mar 2026 a las 04:30 p. m.
Centro Cultural del Bosque (CCB)
40-minute corporal poetry performance inspired by Treinta y Dos Marcas de un Buda, with dramaturgy and direction by Sakiko Yokoo and performances by Emi Fujimaki and Yokoo. A body-centered piece blending gesture and verse at Centro Cultural del Bosque in Mexico City, suitable for ages 6 and up.
¿Estás ahí? - Teatro al vacío
dom, 22 mar 2026 a las 12:00 p. m.
Centro Cultural del Bosque (CCB)
An intimate, experimental theatre piece at Centro Cultural del Bosque in Mexico City, exploring the act of listening through actions, sounds, and words. This staged work invites audiences to reflect on how listening shapes shared meaning and self-discovery.
Yo soy
dom, 22 mar 2026 a las 02:30 p. m.
Centro Cultural del Bosque (CCB)
A vivid family-friendly children's theater piece by Teatro al Vacío exploring identity and difference. Yo soy invites young audiences (3+) to ponder how we are alike or different through a 45-minute live performance at Centro Cultural del Bosque in Mexico City.
Ecos del Antiguo Egipto
dom, 22 mar 2026
Mexico City (Ciudad de México)
A dance-theater piece titled 'Ecos del Antiguo Egipto' at Centro Cultural El Hormiguero in Mexico City, running Mar 22–Apr 26, 2026. Dramaturgy by AZUR, direction by AZURE, with cast including Wendy León, Ivette Grisel Cortes Rodriguez, Lina Saraí Ochoa Bolaños, Berenice Ledesma Espinosa, Johan Axel Del Castillo Flores and Azur Martínez González.
Ecos del Antiguo Egipto
dom, 22 mar 2026
Mexico City (Ciudad de México)
Egypt-inspired dance-theatre piece at Centro Cultural El Hormiguero in Mexico City. Dramaturgy by AZUR and direction by AZURE, with a cast including Wendy León, Ivette Cortes Rodriguez, Lina Ochoa Bolaños, Berenice Ledesma Espinosa, Johan Del Castillo Flores and Azur Martínez González. Runs Mar 22–Apr 26, 2026; tickets MXN 300.
18° Gran Maratón Nacional de Teatro para niñas, niños y adolescentes
dom, 22 mar 2026
Mexico City (Ciudad de México)
A nationwide theatre marathon for children and adolescents staged at Centro Cultural del Bosque's outdoor Jardin Escénico in Mexico City. The program features multiple plays by diverse playwrights, with various directors and ensembles bringing fresh stories to young audiences.
Unas cosas que estaban mal (y otras que ya suenan mejor)
dom, 22 mar 2026 a las 08:00 p. m.
Mexico City (Ciudad de México)
An intimate cabaret-style theatre piece by Cía. Ópera Portátil, with dramaturgy and direction by Catalina Pereda. Presented on March 19–22, 2026 at Foro A Poco in Mexico City, it pairs witty monologues with sharp storytelling in a compact, live-performance experience.
Unas cosas que estaban mal (y otras que ya suenan mejor)
dom, 22 mar 2026 a las 08:00 p. m.
Mexico City (Ciudad de México)
Unas cosas que estaban mal (y otras que ya suenan mejor) is a cabaret-style monologue directed by Catalina Pereda for Cía. Ópera portátil. At Foro A Poco in Mexico City, the 19–22 March 2026 run delivers witty, intimate theatre blending dramaturgy and performance as it explores missteps and brighter sounds.
Conversing with the Devil
lun, 23 mar 2026 a las 08:30 p. m.
Teatro Enrique Lizalde
An intense theatre piece blending psychological horror with metaphysical debate, it stages a philosophical showdown between an old man and the Devil. Directed by Rafael Perrín and starring Ernesto LaGuardia, this production unfolds at Teatro Enrique Lizalde in Mexico City (Mar 23, 2026, 8:30 PM).
Toda identidad es imaginaria
mar, 24 mar 2026 a las 12:00 p. m.
Teatro Helénico
A staged reflection on how fiction, memory, and identity intertwine in theatre, presented at Teatro Helénico (Centro Cultural Helénico) in Mexico City. Free entry on March 24, 2026, from 12:00 to 15:00, exploring what theatre can reveal about who we are.
Obra negra, mecánica de poder
lun, 23 mar 2026 a las 08:30 p. m.
Mexico City (Ciudad de México)
A biting satire about power dynamics staged at Espacio Urgente 2, Foro Shakespeare in Mexico City. Dramaturgy and direction by Víctor Weinstock, with Daí Noriega, Astrid Malinaly, Alejandro Guerrero and others. Runs March 23–June 1, 2026; tickets MXN 400.
Obra negra, mecánica de poder
lun, 23 mar 2026 a las 08:30 p. m.
Mexico City (Ciudad de México)
Obra negra, mecánica de poder is a satirical theatre piece at Foro Shakespeare (Espacio Urgente 2) in Mexico City, running March 23 to June 1, 2026. Dramaturgy by Victor Weinstock, directed by Weinstock, with Daí Noriega, Astrid Malinaly, Alejandro Guerrero, Tania Sanqueit, Chris Millán, Gabael Taylor and Selva Betania Fonseca in the cast, delivering biting commentary on power structures.
La mañana debe seguir gris
mar, 24 mar 2026 a las 08:00 p. m.
Centro Cultural del Bosque (CCB)
An intimate drama at Centro Cultural del Bosque, based on Silvia Molina’s novel and adapted for the stage. It follows two travelers—a Guggenheim-winning poet and a would-be writer—whose road accident derails their plans, offering a poetic meditation on travel, memory, and national poetic heritage.
Deconstrucción 2.0
mié, 25 mar 2026 a las 08:00 p. m.
Mexico City (Ciudad de México)
Opening night of Deconstrucción 2.0, a contemporary dance-theater piece at Centro Cultural El Hormiguero Contemporáneo in Mexico City. Dramaturgy by Alfonso Curiel and Martín Suárez with a cast including Karla Monroy, Stephanie Martinez, Mael Esra, Ana Pau Dantant, and more; runs Mar 25–Apr 15, 2026. Tickets from $300.
Luciérnaga azul
mar, 24 mar 2026 a las 08:00 p. m.
Mexico City (Ciudad de México)
Luciérnaga azul is a drama staged at Centro Cultural El Hormiguero in Mexico City. From March 24 to April 28, 2026, the production features dramaturgy by Héctor Pino, direction by Alesari, and cast Raphael Cruzari. Tickets are 300 pesos.
Schizophrenia: The Psychoterror Experience
mié, 25 mar 2026 a las 08:30 p. m.
Teatro Enrique Lizalde
Schizophrenia: The Psychoterror Experience is a chilling new theater piece by Cesper Producciones, directed by Rafael Perrín. Set at Teatro Enrique Lizalde in Mexico City, audiences choose their seat as they enter a gripping psycho-terror world for an unforgettable night of immersive drama.
La ratonera
jue, 26 mar 2026
ocho desconocidos quedan atrapados y descubren que entre ellos se encuentra un asesino vinculado con un crimen reciente en Londres
La ratonera is a stage adaptation of Christie’s iconic mystery, set in a snowbound guesthouse where eight strangers are trapped and suspect each other. As a killer linked to a recent London crime emerges, suspense tightens with sharp dialogue and clever twists. A gripping theatre experience in Mexico City.
Luciérnaga azul
mar, 24 mar 2026 a las 08:00 p. m.
Mexico City (Ciudad de México)
Luciérnaga Azul is a drama theatre production at Centro Cultural El Hormiguero in Mexico City, with dramaturgy by Héctor Pino and direction by Alesari, featuring Raphael Cruzari. It runs from March 24 to April 28, 2026, with evening performances starting at 8 PM. The show promises intimate staging and contemporary Mexican theatre flair.
Recordando a Emilio "Indio" Fernández
jue, 26 mar 2026 a las 10:00 p. m.
Teatro Patrimonio Mundial Zonas arqueológicas Quintana Roo Aguascalientes Baja Californ
Mexico Nuestro Cine commemorates Emilio 'El Indio' Fernández's 122nd birth anniversary with a special program at Teatro Patrimonio Mundial in Ciudad de México, showcasing classic films and moments from the legendary director in a historic theater setting.
Deconstrucción 2.0
mié, 25 mar 2026 a las 08:00 p. m.
Mexico City (Ciudad de México)
Deconstrucción 2.0 is a contemporary dance-theatre piece at Centro Cultural El HormigueroContemporáneo in Mexico City, with dramaturgy by Alfonso Curiel and Martín Suárez. The ensemble includes Karla Monroy, Stephanie Martinez, Mael Esra, Ana Pau Dantant and others, running March 25–April 15, 2026.
Misterio Bufo
vie, 27 mar 2026 a las 07:00 p. m.
Mexico City (Ciudad de México)
Misterio Bufo is a theatrical comedy staged at Jardín Escénico de Chapultepec in Mexico City. Running March 27–29, 2026, the production features Darío Fo's dramaturgy and is directed by Ricardo Zárraga with Zárraga in the cast.
Misterio Bufo
vie, 27 mar 2026 a las 07:00 p. m.
Mexico City (Ciudad de México)
Three-night theater performance 'Misterio Bufo' at Jardín Escénico de Chapultepec in Mexico City, Mar 27–29, 2026. A comedy with dramaturgy by Darío Fo and direction by Ricardo Zárraga, starring Ricardo Zárraga in the cast.
Durango o de cómo los hombres no abandonan
jue, 26 mar 2026 a las 07:00 p. m.
Mexico City (Ciudad de México)
A solo theatre piece at Centro Cultural de España en México, directed by Roberto Zayas and performed by Teatro desde el Encierro. Durango o de cómo los hombres no abandonan blends archival documents, periodical notes, texts and testimonies about families of Personas Privadas de Libertad in Mexico, offering a sharp meditation on justice, memory, and confinement.
Día Mundial del Teatro: cápsula especial
vie, 27 mar 2026
Radio Educación
A World Theatre Day capsule featuring testimonies from theatre makers and highlights from radioteatro, broadcast on Cultura 96.5 FM in Mexico City and online.
Acomodar – temporada en Foro de las Artes
vie, 27 mar 2026
Foro de las Artes
Season of the play Acomodar at Foro de las Artes in Mexico City runs March 27–April 26, with performances Thursdays and Fridays at 8pm, Saturdays at 7pm, and Sundays at 6pm. Tickets are 200 pesos, with promos like 50-peso Thursdays and online 2-for-1 Wednesdays.
Club 217: “Todo Ángel es Terrible”
jue, 26 mar 2026 a las 08:00 p. m.
Mexico City (Ciudad de México)
A satirical stage performance titled Todo Ángel es Terrible at Centro Cultural El Hormiguero in Mexico City. A collective dramaturgy directed by Irving Aparicio, Ana López, and Donají Morales, featuring Raúl E. González, Luanna Noble, Mauricio Miranda, and Ana López, runs March 26–April 23, 2026, with performances from 8pm.
A 6 años de la pandemia de COVID 19
vie, 27 mar 2026 a las 08:00 p. m.
Teatro Patrimonio Mundial Zonas arqueológicas Quintana Roo Aguascalientes Baja Californ
A thoughtful theater piece marking six years since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. This memory-focused performance at Teatro Patrimonio Mundial in Mexico City invites audiences to confront collective grief, resilience, and the long shadow of the crisis through intimate storytelling and striking stagecraft.
El manipulador de mentes: una noche de ilusión trágica
vie, 27 mar 2026 a las 08:00 p. m.
Teatro Helénico
A night of tragic-tinged illusion blending magic, mentalism and humor at Teatro Helénico in Mexico City. Henry Lewis, Jonathan Sayer, and Henry Sheilds bring a mind-bending, funny show where tricks start to go wrong on stage. Free admission with limited seating.
Club 217: Todo Ángel es Terrible
jue, 26 mar 2026 a las 08:00 p. m.
Mexico City (Ciudad de México)
A sharp satirical theatre performance with a collectively written script, directed by Irving Aparicio, Ana López and Donají Morales. An ensemble led by Raúl E. González, Luanna Noble and Mauricio Miranda performs from Mar 26 to Apr 23, 2026 at Centro Cultural El Hormiguero in Mexico City. Tickets are 300 MXN.
El Nuevo Fuego
vie, 27 mar 2026 a las 08:00 p. m.
Mexico City (Ciudad de México)
El Nuevo Fuego is a dramatic production at Centro Cultural El Hormiguero in Mexico City, running March 27–April 17, 2026. Dramaturgia by Roxana Estrada, directed by Roxana Estrada and Luis Matus, with Roxana Estrada in the cast. Tickets are 300 MXN.
World Theatre Day at ENAT – Escena Expandida
sáb, 28 mar 2026 a las 11:00 a. m.
Escuela Nacional de Arte Teatral
Celebrate World Theatre Day at the Escuela Nacional de Arte Teatral with the Escena Expandida program. This daytime theatre showcase from Mexico City's national theatre school gathers performances and collaborative works in an inviting indoor venue.
Ficcionando
vie, 27 mar 2026 a las 08:00 p. m.
Lunario Del Auditorio Nacional
Ficcionando is a live theater/performance evening at Lunario del Auditorio Nacional in Mexico City, blending fiction and storytelling with a multimedia stage presentation. The intimate venue and contemporary direction promise a thought-provoking, artsy night.
La niña en el altar
vie, 27 mar 2026 a las 07:00 p. m.
Centro Cultural del Bosque (CCB)
A revival of Marina Carr's La niña en el altar at Centro Cultural del Bosque in Mexico City. Ten years after Agamemnon sacrifices his daughter, Clitemnestra confronts gods, vengeance, and a doomed reunion with Cassandra. An intimate, contemporary take on a Greek tragedy starring Marina Tavira.
Lady Óscar Salomé
vie, 27 mar 2026 a las 08:00 p. m.
Centro Cultural del Bosque (CCB)
An evocative theatre piece exploring Oscar Wilde's trial, anchored by Yuriria Fanjul's dramaturgy and performance. Using Salomé as a dramatic lens, it examines femininity and identity in an intimate stage at Centro Cultural del Bosque, Mexico City.
Acomodar
vie, 27 mar 2026 a las 08:00 p. m.
Mexico City (Ciudad de México)
Spanish-language monologue at Foro de las Artes in Mexico City, with Pascal Rambert's dramaturgy and direction, translated by Humberto Pérez Mortera, and starring Alberto Lomnitz. Runs Mar 27–Apr 26, 2026, excluding Apr 2–5. A focused, dramatic solo piece blending text, performance, and translation in a contemporary theater setting.
Aprender a nadar
vie, 27 mar 2026
Teatro Helénico
An intimate solo theatre piece at Teatro Helénico that probes depression through body and memory. In a minimalist staging, a performer moves through isolation, fragility, and the longing to reconnect, offering a reflective, supportive space for the audience. Free admission; 18:00–19:15 on March 27, 2026, Foro Alternativo.
Acomodar
vie, 27 mar 2026 a las 08:00 p. m.
Mexico City (Ciudad de México)
A solo theatre monologue at Foro de las Artes in Mexico City. Pascal Rambert's Acomodar, translated by Humberto Pérez Mortera and directed by Rambert, features Alberto Lomnitz in a tense, intimate piece about memory and human connections. Runs March 27–April 26, 2026 (except April 2–5).
Ballet Folklórico de México de Amalia Hernández- ABRIL
mié, 1 abr 2026 a las 08:30 p. m.
Palacio de Bellas Artes - Sala Principal
The renowned Ballet Folklórico de México de Amalia Hernández performs at Palacio de Bellas Artes in Mexico City. Founded in 1952, this iconic company presents vibrant Mexican folk dances in a grand, mosaic-filled venue, celebrating regional traditions and extraordinary artistry.
Las agujas dementes
sáb, 28 mar 2026 a las 08:00 p. m.
Mexico City (Ciudad de México)
A tense stage drama, Las agujas dementes, at Teatro El Granero Xavier Rojas in Mexico City. Dramaturgy by Jorge Volpi, directed by Benjamín Cann, starring Paulina Treviño, Tizoc Arroyo, Ximena Romo and Misha Arias. Runs Mar 28–May 24, 2026 (suspends Apr 2–3).
Instantes
sáb, 28 mar 2026 a las 02:00 p. m.
Teatro Patrimonio Mundial Zonas arqueológicas Quintana Roo Aguascalientes Baja Californ
An inclusive theater piece that takes the audience on a memory-filled journey, blending personal experiences with shared reflection. Performed in a historic venue, the production invites empathy, connection, and lively discussion through intimate acting and live storytelling.
Existen muchas formas de llegar a la costa
dom, 29 mar 2026 a las 07:00 p. m.
MEXICO
An evening of theatre at the Auditorio del MUAC in Mexico City. Existen muchas formas de llegar a la costa, with dramaturgy by María Cecilia Guelfi and direction by Aristeo Mora, features La Compañía Opcional in a live drama. Part of the Docuficción program on March 27–29, 2026.
La Rebelión de las crayolas
sáb, 28 mar 2026 a las 12:30 p. m.
Mexico City (Ciudad de México)
A children's theater production 'La Rebelión de las crayolas' at Centro Cultural El Hormiguero Infantil in Mexico City. Dramaturgy by María Valdez, with a cast including Diego Estrello, Hugo Rivera, Cris Ramos, María Valdez, and others. Runs March 28–April 25, 2026; tickets from MXN 300.
La Rebelión de las crayolas
sáb, 28 mar 2026 a las 12:30 p. m.
Mexico City (Ciudad de México)
A children's theatre production 'La Rebelión de las crayolas' at Centro Cultural El Hormiguero Infantil in Mexico City, running March 28 to April 25, 2026. Written by María Valdez and featuring a cast led by María Valdez, Diego Estrello and others, the colorful show invites families to explore creativity through playful drama.
La fábrica de juguetes
lun, 30 mar 2026
Capilla Gótica del Instituto Cultural Helénico, en Avenida Revolución 1500, Col
A stark theatre piece staged at the Gothic Chapel of the Helénico Cultural Institute, La fábrica de juguetes shows people reduced to gears in a crushing machine, exploring dehumanization and the power of art to critique oppressive systems. The production uses symbolic visuals and a direct, unsettling narrative to leave audiences questioning conformity and control.
El diccionario
mar, 31 mar 2026 a las 08:00 p. m.
Centro Cultural del Bosque (CCB)
A theatrical portrait of María Moliner, the bibliographer behind El diccionario del uso español, tracing 15 years of solitary work at home to assemble definitions, synonyms and word families. An intimate production by Manuel Calzada Pérez with direction by Enrique Singer, staged at Centro Cultural del Bosque in Mexico City.
La Tropa no tiene la culpa
sáb, 28 mar 2026 a las 08:00 p. m.
Mexico City (Ciudad de México)
Two-night theater drama at Teatro Sergio Magaña in Mexico City, with dramaturgy by Silvia Macip and direction by Vanessa Nieto, performed by Cía. La Tropa. La Tropa no tiene la culpa runs March 27-28, 2026 at 8:00 PM.
Lady Oscar Salomé
sáb, 28 mar 2026 a las 08:00 p. m.
Mexico City (Ciudad de México)
Mexican stage drama 'Lady Oscar Salomé' at Teatro Orientación in Mexico City. Runs March 28–April 19, 2026 (suspending April 2–3). Dramaturgy by Yuriria Fanjul; directed by Arturo Fuentes; featuring Yuriria Fanjul. Tickets MXN 150.
Las agujas dementes
sáb, 28 mar 2026 a las 08:00 p. m.
Mexico City (Ciudad de México)
A Spanish-language drama at Teatro El Granero Xavier Rojas in Mexico City, written by Jorge Volpi and directed by Benjamín Cann. The production stars Paulina Treviño, Tizoc Arroyo, Ximena Romo and Misha Arias, running March 28 to May 24, 2026 (suspending April 2–3).
Lara Campos as Matilda in Mexico City musical
vie, 3 abr 2026 a las 07:00 p. m.
en CDMX: fechas
Mexican musical star Lara Campos will guest star as Matilda in a new production produced by Alejandro Gou at Centro Cultural Teatro 1 in Mexico City. The show brings Roald Dahl's beloved Matilda to life on stage with vibrant sets and a family-friendly experience.
Hedda
lun, 30 mar 2026 a las 08:00 p. m.
Mexico City (Ciudad de México)
A contemporary drama staged in Mexico City, Hedda follows a newlywed who returns to a home ruled by an AI and a life suffocating in digital superficiality. Unable to adapt to a world dominated by cyber connections, her inner void drives her toward the limit. The production features Angelica Bauter, Abraham Lombroso, Pilar Flores, Alexis de Anda, Ernesto Agraz, Alonso Iñíguez, and José Ramón Berganza.
El mandarín milagroso
dom, 5 abr 2026 a las 08:00 p. m.
Teatro Helénico
A world-premiere stage production at Teatro Helénico inspired by Lengyel, fusing Bartók's original music with Stravinsky's Violin Concerto in a contemporary dialogue. Duane Cochran teams with Aksenti Contemporary Dance for a rich, emotionally charged program blending sensuality, sacred light, and modern theatre.
Yao y la leyenda del país sin color
sáb, 4 abr 2026 a las 01:00 p. m.
Mexico City (Ciudad de México)
Yao y la leyenda del país sin color is a dance-theater piece at Teatro del Pueblo in Mexico City, running April 4–12, 2026. Dramaturgy and direction by Ángel Ruíz, with Cía. Iliana Bautista & AR in the cast, blending narrative theatre with contemporary dance.
El Nuevo Fuego
vie, 27 mar 2026 a las 08:00 p. m.
Mexico City (Ciudad de México)
DIEGO, un musical de rock en tu idioma
sáb, 4 abr 2026 a las 04:00 p. m.
Mexico City (Ciudad de México)
Spanish-language rock musical at Centro Cultural El Hormiguero in Mexico City. With dramaturgy by Melissa Corral and a cast including Alessa Gaher and Melissa Corral, this energetic production fuses drama and rock on April 4, 2026 at 4 pm (following the March 28 show). A must-see live theater experience in CDMX.
Mujeres soñaron caballos
mar, 7 abr 2026 a las 08:30 p. m.
Mexico City (Ciudad de México)
Mujeres soñaron caballos is a tense drama directed by Mariana García Franco and Abraham Jurado, with dramaturgy by Daniel Veronese. Set around a family gathering in Mexico City, the production features a rotating cast led by Juan Ríos Cantú and Mónica Jiménez, exploring hidden tensions beneath a seemingly ordinary reunion. Runs April 7–May 30, 2026.
Historias de Pared: Contando Pintores
sáb, 4 abr 2026 a las 01:00 p. m.
Mexico City (Ciudad de México)
An intimate children's theater piece in Mexico City, running April 4–26, 2026. 'Historias de Pared: Contando Pintores' blends storytelling and drama to bring painters to life for young audiences, directed by Brenda Kreizerman with the ensemble Cía. Historias de Pared at Foro A Poco.
Lady Oscar Salomé
sáb, 28 mar 2026 a las 08:00 p. m.
Mexico City (Ciudad de México)
DIEGO, un musical de rock en tu idioma
sáb, 4 abr 2026 a las 04:00 p. m.
Mexico City (Ciudad de México)
DIEGO, un musical de rock en tu idioma is a rock musical in Spanish at Centro Cultural El Hormiguero, CDMX. Two performances are listed (Mar 28 and Apr 4, 2026) featuring dramaturgy by Melissa Corral and a cast including Alessa Gaher, Alondra Patiño, Ana Paola Patiño, Andrea Saucedo, Dalí Bedolla, Lizzie Mambo, Melissa Corral, Pacco Calderón and Paola Martínez; tickets are 300 MXN.