Expert recommendations of the top dance, theater, and classical music performances.
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Ballet Folklórico de México
“Fun, and you get to see Bellas Artes from the inside too.”—Shooka Shemirani, editor, Travelers Guide to Mexico. World renowned synopsis of Mexico’s regional dances every Wednesday and Sunday. This outstanding venue has been thrilling visitors for more than 30 years. Tickets from about $33. Ave. Juarez & Eje. Central 1, Col. Centro; tel. +52 55 5529 9320.
Palacio de Bellas Artes
This artistic monument and the most important performing arts venue in the capital is lots of original art, the National Opera and the National Symphonic Orchestra Ave. Juarez & Eje. Central 1, Col. Centro; tel. +52 55 5512 1410. www.bellasartes.gob.mx
Jorongo Bar
A safe place to get serenaded in style for those shy of the rough-and-tumble street mariachi scene. Nightly mariachi music from 7:30 p.m. to 3 a.m. at the Hotel Sheraton María Isabel. Cover is about $11. Paseo de la Reforma 325, Col. Cuauhtémoc; tel. +52 55 5242 5555. www.starwoodhotel.com
La Bodega
Dark and cozy venue for live tropical music and cabaret in the hip Condesa neighborhood. Look out for unparalleled comedienne Astrid Haddad whose skits, wise cracks, and satirical songs provoke helpless tears of laughter. (1 p.m. to 1 a.m.). Tickets from about $9. Popocatépetl 25, Col. Condesa; tel. +52 55 5511 7390. www.labodega.com.mx
UNAM Philharmonic Orchestra (OFUNAM)
Led by Alun Francis, one of the country’s best orchestras is based in the superb concert hall Sala Nezahualcóyotl in the south of the city. Tickets from 90 pesos. Centro Cultural Universitario, Ave. Insurgentes Sur 3000; tel. +52 55 5622 7133 (Sala Nezahualcóyotl) or tel. +52 55 5622 7113. www.musicaunam.net
Salon 21
Stylish concert venue with good acoustics for all genres, from Enrique Iglesias, Robbie Williams, and Sex Mob to internationally acclaimed salsa bands. Mostly touring artists. Book a table with obligatory bottle for best views. Tickets from about $30. Lago Andrómaco 17, Col. Irrigación; tel. +52 55 5255 5322. www.ticketmaster.com.mx/
Auditorio Nacional
The city’s mega-venue for major events from rock concerts to ballet, near Polanco’s hotel district. Tickets from about $28. Paseo de la Reforma 50; tel. 52 55 5280 9250. www.auditorio.com.mx
