We went to a concert by Paloma del Cerro from Argentina that was unbelievable! Her music is a mixture of electronic, folk, Spanish, Chinese, and indigenous languages.
We also went to a play called "Delirios de Papel". A huge piece of paper hung on the stage and all of the mini acts were acted out by cutting holes in the paper for arms, feet, or faces. They also used spray paint, balloons, and paper puppets to illustrate the scenes. It was like nothing I have ever seen before. At the end, they pulled the sheet down and made a enormous dress for the last act...an interactive wedding!
Last night, we took a bus to Reñaca to see a choir in a beautiful church on the beach. It really did feel like a sanctuary for me because no one could understand what the choir was saying, not just me! We all could appreciate the music and be moved by it regardless of the language. I could have closed my eyes and been in Michigan. I was able to relax and turn my spanish brain off for a bit which felt good!
I am so lucky to have a host mom that likes to go out and see things. There is so much to do here and it is nice to have someone who knows where and when and what is going to be good. She says, "We are going to a concert tonight," gives me a ticket, and we go!
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