On the Horizon: “Charity, Culture and Champagne” Weekend

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On March 25, 26 and 27, the weekend of "Charity, Culture and Champagne" will take place in benefit of the Asilo San Juan Diego (Old Folk's Home) and the SPCA-PV. This weekend of fundraising events will inaugurate with the concert "Running with a Dream" performed by the young tenor singer from Guadalajara, Jalisco, Jorge Jimenez. The tenor will perform at Teatro
Vallarta on March 25 at 8:00 p.m., with a varied repertoire that goes from classic opera to themes from the "Phantom of the Opera." Jorge Jimenez will share the stage with the world-renowned soprano singer, Anna Maria Kaufmann. Kaufmann is flying here from Munich, Germany to perform for the event. She is among the most popular opera and musical stars in Europe (receiving triple platinum as "Christine" in Phantom of the Opera) and has been compared to Sara Brightman and Maria Callas.

Tickets are for sale at $200, $300 and $500 pesos and can be purchased
at Teatro Vallarta, Super Boletos, Hacienda San Angel, Tropicasa Realty and Cassandra Shaw Jewelry.
Following the concert, a Cocktail Reception will be held with the artists at El Dorado restaurant. Tickets for $250 pesos include drinks and hors d'oeuvres.

The second event of the "Charity, Culture and Champagne" weekend, the Gala Dinner Party, will take place on March 26 at Hacienda Palo Maria. The star entertainment of the night is the soprano singer Anna Maria Kaufmann. In addition there will be the Fandango show, music by Mariachi la Joya de Mexico, live and silent auctions and other surprises. Tickets for the party are $1,900 pesos per person and include V.I.P. seating at the Jorge Jimenez Concert on Friday 25. Tickets are for sale at Hacienda San
Angel, Tropicasa Realty and Cassandra Shaw Jewelry.

To close the "Charity, Culture and Champagne" weekend, a Brunch will be held at Casa Ivonneka. Enjoy the best view of Puerto Vallarta while entertained by the classical popular favorites by Peregrino Quartet. The
gastronomical offer includes international specialties, Champagne
and Patron Tequila. Ticket price is $750 pesos and can be purchased at Hacienda San Angel, Tropicasa Realty and Cassandra Shaw Jewelry.

A Weekend Pass is also available which includes all events at a dicounted price. All proceeds from the events of "Charity, Culture
and Champagne" will go to the SPCA-PV and Asilo San Juan Diego.