Performance "High Treason"

Description

High Treason in Tijuana 2025: Play at CECUT on September 29

The play "High Treason in Tijuana" will be presented on September 29, 2025, at CECUT, with performances at 7:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. This production, starring a cast that includes Cristián de la Fuente and Salvador Zerboni, directly and critically explores the origins of social violence in Mexico. It represents a local version of the play written by Luis Ayhllón and directed by Rafael Perrín.

Synopsis and Tone of the Play

The plot features two street criminals who intercept three young men looking for an acoustic guitar near Plaza Meave. After a socioeconomic analysis, they accuse one of them of coming from a wealthy family. What begins as a robbery turns into a kidnapping, and eventually escalates into a self-kidnapping. The play questions violence with a humorous and cruel tone, while remaining rooted in a true story.

Star-studded cast

The cast includes: Cristián de la Fuente, Salvador Zerboni, Arturo Carmona, Julio Camejo, Silverio Rocchi, René Dupeyrón. All alternating roles. Cristián de la Fuente, a Chilean actor with extensive experience in television and film, brings his stellar presence following his recent divorce and new projects. Salvador Zerboni, known for playing antagonistic characters in soap operas such as La Reina del Sur and Quiero Amarte, adds credibility to the play.

Cultural context and social message

The play, written by Luis Ayhllón and directed by Rafael Perrín, reflects on violence and inequality in Mexico, using humor as a catalyst for emotional catharsis. With a running time of approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes, it guarantees an intense experience for audiences over 15 years of age.