Celebrate the music and legacy of Ritchie Valens during a one-night performance at UC San Diego this September. Ritchie Forever: An Ode to an American Dreamer reimagines the influential artist’s story through live music, archival footage and storytelling.
Event details:
Wednesday, September 2 at 7:30 p.m.
Epstein Family Amphitheater – 9500 Gilman Dr MC 0029, La Jolla, CA 92093
The performance explores themes of migration, bicultural identity, youth rebellion and cultural exchange through contemporary interpretations of Valens’ music.
Line-up:
Led by Hector Flores and Denise Carlos of Las Cafeteras
Angie Monroy (The McCharmlys)
Irene Diaz
Jose Varela (Cutty Farm)
and more special guests
Tickets range from $35 to $70, including fees. A limited number of free tickets are available to UC San Diego students via SSO.
For more information and available tickets, click here!