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MARIACHI GARIBALDI DE JAIME CUÉLLAR AND BALLET FOLKLÓRICO DEL RIO GRANDE’S
CAMPANA SOBRE CAMPANA: CHRISTMAS IN MEXICO!

A festive holiday celebration of Mexican culture and tradition

December 2, 2025
Aronoff Center – Procter & Gamble Hall

MEDIA PARTNER:  La Mega 101.5-FM

[Cincinnati, OH] – Celebrate the joy and wonder of the holiday season with Campana Sobre Campana: Christmas in Mexico, an enchanting family event that brings the warmth, music, and color of Mexican Christmas traditions to the Aronoff Center’s Procter & Gamble Hall on Tuesday, December 2, 2025, at 7:30 PM.

Tickets are on sale now at www.CincinnatiArts.org, (513) 621-2787 [ARTS], or the Aronoff Center Ticket Office. For group sales (10 or more), call (513) 977-4155. A special 50%-OFF Family Four Pack offer is available for purchases of four or more tickets. Prices include all applicable fees and taxes and are subject to change.

Presented as part of the Cincinnati Arts Association’s CAA Presents! 2025–26 Season, this vibrant holiday spectacular features Mariachi Garibaldi de Jaime Cuéllar and Ballet Folklórico del Río Grande, blending breathtaking live music, dazzling dance, and heartwarming storytelling for audiences of all ages.

amed for the beloved Andalusian Christmas carol, Campana Sobre Campana (translated “Bells Upon Bells”) celebrates the magic of the season through a lively and moving journey across Mexico’s cherished Christmas traditions. The performance beautifully captures the spirit of Las Posadas, the majesty of the Reyes Magos (Three Kings), and the joyous community celebrations that mark the holidays throughout Mexico — complete with festive piñatas, colorful costumes, and songs performed in both English and Spanish.

Audiences can expect:

• PERFORMERS: World-renowned Mariachi Garibaldi de Jaime Cuéllar and the graceful Ballet Folklórico del Río Grande
• CULTURAL IMMERSION: A richly choreographed experience steeped in authentic Mexican holiday traditions
• MUSICAL EXCELLENCE: Live mariachi music showcasing top-tier vocalists and instrumental virtuosity performing cross-cultural Christmas favorites
• VISUAL SPECTACLE: Exuberant folklórico dance and stunning costumes that bring Mexican folklore to vivid life

Campana Sobre Campana: Christmas in Mexico is more than a concert — it’s a cultural celebration that welcomes everyone to experience the warmth of Mexican hospitality and the universal joy of the holiday season.

Cincinnati Arts Association SPONSORS 

The Cincinnati Arts Association is supported [in part] by an investment of public funds from the Ohio Arts Council (OAC). The OAC is a state agency that funds and supports quality arts experiences to strengthen Ohio communities culturally, educationally, and economically.

Season Sponsors:  AMERITAS (Founding Season Sponsor), MIAMI UNIVERSITY, ARTSWAVE, LOCAL 12 WKRC-TV, The P&G FUND of The Greater Cincinnati Foundation, TRIHEALTH

SEASON PRESENTING SPONSORS:  21C Museum Hotel, altafiber, Bahl & Gaynor, Cincinnati Herald, CityBeat, Fairfield Inn & Suites Cincinnati Uptown/University Area, Harlan Graphics, Heidelberg Distributing, Kinley Cincinnati, Pepsi, Summerfair Cincinnati

MEDIA PARTNER:  La Mega 101.5-FM

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CALENDAR INFORMATION

WHAT:                Campana Sobre Campana: Christmas in Mexico!
WHEN:                Tuesday, December 2, 2025 – 7:30 PM

WHERE:              Aronoff Center – Procter & Gamble Hall

PRICE:                 Ticket prices start at $23, inclusive of all fees. A special 50%-OFF Family Four Pack offer is available for purchases of four or more tickets.

INFO:                   This vibrant holiday spectacular features Mariachi Garibaldi de Jaime Cuéllar and Ballet Folklórico del Río Grande, blending breathtaking live music, dazzling dance, and heartwarming storytelling for audiences of all ages. 

TICKET INFORMATION – on sale now

• www.CincinnatiArts.org
• (513) 621-ARTS [2787]
• Aronoff Center Ticket Office
• Group sales (10 or more): (513) 977-4155

The SUPER PICKLE: A Hilarious Musical Parody

Cincinnati’s Own Valerie Witherspoon Debuts Hilarious New Comedy Musical at the Aronoff Center

[Cincinnati, OH] – A homegrown laugh-fest is coming to downtown Cincinnati. The Super Pickle: A Hilarious Musical Parody, created by Cincinnati native Valerie Witherspoon, will debut at the Aronoff Center’s Jarson-Kaplan Theater on Friday, February 27, 2026 at 7:30 PM. The show is presented by Entertainment Events, Inc.

Tickets are on sale now at www.CincinnatiArts.org, (513) 621-2787 [ARTS], and the Aronoff Center Ticket Office. For Group Sales (10 or more), call (513) 977-4155. Ticket prices include all applicable fees and taxes and are subject to change.

Billed as “a hilarious musical parody with a bite,” The Super Pickle is the latest comedy from the creative team behind audience-favorite parodies including Cuff Me: The 50 Shades Musical Parody and Sex n’ the City: A (Super Unauthorized) Musical Parody. This brand-new show combines over-the-top musical numbers, outrageous characters, and a playful nod to the nation’s pickleball craze — all with that signature satirical edge audiences love.

Part musical parody, part pop-culture roast, The Super Pickle is a fast-paced comedy that serves up a ridiculous take on the pickleball phenomenon sweeping the nation. Set on the courts where seasoned veterans face off against eager newcomers, this uproarious show spoofs everything from sports rivalries to over-the-top superhero tropes. With pop-hit parodies reminiscent of “Weird Al” Yankovic, outrageous original songs, and side-splitting humor, it satirizes the pickleball craze while playfully poking fun at tennis traditionalists. From competitive showdowns to lively social games, The Super Pickle is a rollicking good time for theatre lovers, comedy fans, and anyone who’s ever swung a paddle.

Valerie Witherspoon’s return to Cincinnati marks a full-circle moment. After making waves with parodies and original works staged across the U.S., this new production will premiere at the Aronoff — giving Cincinnati audiences the first chance to see what’s sure to be the next comedy cult hit. “There’s nothing better than bringing a brand-new show home,” says Witherspoon, who grew up in Cincinnati before launching a career in comedy theater. “The Super Pickle is outrageous, a little absurd, and totally ridiculous — which feels very Cincinnati to me. I can’t wait for audiences here to see it first.” 

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