The National Museum of Mexican Art, in partnership with the Juan Gabriel Estate and Sony Music Vision, proudly presents the U.S. premiere of Juan Gabriel: Mi Primer Bellas Artes, the newly restored and remastered concert film celebrating one of the most iconic performances in Latin music history.

Experience Juan Gabriel’s unforgettable 1990 performance at Mexico City’s Palacio de Bellas Artes on the giant screen in Millennium Park. Directed by María José Cuevas and produced by Sony Music Vision, this newly reimagined edition commemorates the 10th anniversary of Juan Gabriel’s passing and includes never-before-seen rehearsal footage from the artist’s personal archive.

Presented on the same day the film premieres in theaters across Mexico and Latin America, this special event marks the only free public U.S. screening.

Before the screening, enjoy a live mariachi welcome featuring Chicago’s Mariachi Sirenas along with additional Chicago mariachi musicians.

The first 1,000 attendees will receive a free commemorative event poster while supplies last.

Admission: Free and open to the public

Event Schedule
5:30 p.m. – Pavilion opens
6:00 p.m. – Live mariachi performances
7:00 p.m. – Film screening 

Presented by the National Museum of Mexican Art, Juan Gabriel Estate, and Sony Music Vision.

About Juan Gabriel
Alberto Aguilera Valadez, known as Juan Gabriel and affectionately called “El Divo de Juárez,” was born in Parácuaro, Michoacán, and rose to fame after starting his career as Adán Luna, enchanting audiences in humble bars. His first hit, No Tengo Dinero, marked the beginning of an illustrious journey where he touched millions with heartfelt songs like Amor Eterno, Querida, and El Noa Noa. With over 47 albums and a timeless legacy, Juan Gabriel became a beacon of Latin music, sharing his passion with the world and always remembering his roots by giving back to the community he loved.

About Maria Jose Cuevas
María José Cuevas is an award-winning Mexican filmmaker and producer known for her work exploring Mexican culture, music, and history. She directed the acclaimed documentaries Beauties of the Night and Netflix’s The Lady of Silence: The Mataviejitas Murders, as well as the docuseries Juan Gabriel: I Must, I Can, I Will. For Juan Gabriel: Mi Primer Bellas Artes, Cuevas led the restoration and reimagining of the celebrated 1990 concert, introducing this iconic performance to a new generation of audiences.