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Santo Domingo.- Cecilia García will star in the iconic Broadway musical Hello, Dolly! which will be presented for the first time in the country in July, in the Carlos Piantini hall of the National Theater Eduardo Brito, under the general production of Marcos Malespín-Estévez.
This staging not only celebrates the arrival of an international theater classic, but also highlights the excellence of local talent in each of its artistic and technical aspects.
Cecilia García will assume the emblematic role of Dolly Levi, a character that has been played on international stages by figures of the stature of Bette Midler, Barbra Streisand, and Concha Velasco. The choice of Cecilia, a symbol of elegance, powerful voice, and stage presence, promises an unforgettable and nuanced interpretation.
As if that weren't enough, this production is supported by a top-notch creative team. The general direction and dramaturgy are in charge of maestro Carlos Espinal, a reference in national and international theater, whose vast experience and theatrical sensitivity bring depth and vigor to the production. The musical direction will be the responsibility of maestro Dante Cucurullo, a renowned composer and arranger, whose creations have elevated Dominican scenic music to international standards.
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The choreographic direction will be in charge of the outstanding dancer and educator Alina Abreu, founder of one of the most prestigious dance schools in the country, while the vocal direction falls to the soprano and pedagogue Paola González, with training in Europe and the United States, who will bring lyrical rigor and interpretative excellence to the cast.
The set design will be the responsibility of Ángela Bernal, while the artistic direction, costumes, and lighting will be conceived by the producer himself, Marcos Malespín-Estévez, an architect and photographer with a distinguished career in works such as La Cage aux Folles; Cinderella, The Musical; Mamma Mia and the show Cecilia García: Vibrante. "Hello, Dolly! is a musical that brings together everything I love about theater: great emotions, elegant humor, unforgettable music, and a central character full of life. Having the opportunity to stage this play in my country, with such a talented team, is a dream come true. It will be a stage experience that will mark a before and after," expressed Malespín-Estévez. The story of Hello, Dolly! follows Dolly Gallagher Levi, a charismatic matchmaker who decides to find a husband… for herself. With songs like Put On Your Sunday Clothes, Before the Parade Passes By, and the iconic theme Hello, Dolly!, the play has left its mark on generations of viewers since its premiere in 1964.Tickets are available through Uepa Tickets and the Teatro Nacional box office.
