McCarter Theatre Center Presents Celia Cruz - A Tribute To The Queen
The event will take place on Friday, October 10 | Pre-show Salsa Party Starts At 6PM.
By: Chloe Rabinowitz
Prepare for an electrifying celebration of Celia Cruz’s legacy, Cuban music, and culture! On Friday, October 10, 2025, the legendary Xiomara Laugart—“The Voice of Cuba”—and her son, three-time GRAMMY-nominated jazz pianist Axel Tosca, will headline Celia Cruz – A Tribute to the Queen! joined by special guest Tito Puente Jr.
Together, they will honor the incomparable Celia Cruz with an unforgettable evening of Afro-Cuban rhythms, jazz brilliance, and high-energy performance.
The evening kicks off with a lively Pre-Show Salsa Party in the lobby at 6:00 PM, setting the stage for a night of vibrant music and dance worthy of the Queen of Salsa.
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