One of Mexico’s most enduring ghost stories is coming back to life on the water. The famous canals of Xochimilco, a historic network of waterways and floating gardens in southern Mexico City that dates back to Aztec times, will once again serve as the backdrop for “La Llorona,” the legend of the weeping woman said to wander in search of her lost children.
The new production opens at the Cuemanco pier on October 2 and runs through November 22. Unlike typical horror-themed retellings, this version digs into the tale’s deepest roots, tracing it back to the pre-Hispanic era rather than leaning on frightening theatrics.
Director Juan Martín Vargas told Excélsior that he wanted to give the centuries-old story, which is told across Mexico and beyond, a fresh angle by researching where it truly began. “I set out to take the traditional story and dig deeper into its origins,” he explained.
The production highlights Mexican cultural heritage through a cast of more than 50 performers, including actors, dancers, and musicians, chosen for the elaborate waterborne show. Audiences will travel through the canals aboard traditional boats as the legend unfolds around them, blending folklore, music, and movement in a uniquely Mexican setting.
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