The adventure through this successful saga promises a repertoire from episodes I to VII, projections of high-definition images, as well as a photographic exhibition, cosplays and exhibitions.

One of the most famous sagas in the world will arrive this October to the regional capital, with the help and mastery of the Universidad de La Serena Symphony Orchestra to captivate fans and admirers of George Lucas's successful masterpiece.

The long-awaited show 'Star Wars: A Movie Concert' promises to position itself on the cultural and artistic billboard of the Coquimbo Region as one of the great events of 2019. An epic experience that features three large-scale concerts and a wide repertoire that extends from episode I to VII, mixed with an amazing staging.

The trip includes three unmissable concerts. Two afternoon sessions to be held in the Aula Magna of the University of La Serena (Benavente #980), next Thursday, October 10 and Friday, October 11 at 20:30 p.m.; and a matinée on Saturday the 12th, at 17:00 p.m., in the same venue. Instance in which the professional group from our region promises to surprise and captivate with its performance the more than a thousand attendees expected in these three days of Starwarian music.

As part of the artistic proposal, the magnanimous event promises a 360-degree experience with total immersion of the senses. Each of the presentations will be accompanied by the projection of high definition images, in addition to the active participation of clubs and fan groups, photographic exhibitions, cosplays and many more surprises, which will be available to the public two hours before each concert, that is, at 18:00 p.m. and 15:00 p.m. respectively.

Felipe Monardes Mena and his brand Rebelpelicano (@rebelpelicano) will be present at these concerts through photography and their passion for the universe of George Lucas. His profession has led him to stand out not only in the territory, but also to be the only photographer in Chile dedicated to toy photography: “I have been a Star Wars fan since I can remember, I grew up with the original trilogy (…) I was invited to participate with my photography exhibition, which has been rotating and presented at some conventions. It is a selection of works registered between 2017 and 2019, so that people can learn about my work, my passion and my personal project,” he says.

In addition to being a prominent Star Wars fan, Monardes maintains a close relationship with the professional group: “As a photographer I worked for several years with the Orchestra and I am fascinated by symphonic music and, obviously, the music of Star Wars is my favorite,” he says. Regarding this trilogy of concerts that will be presented in La Serena and his participation as an exhibitor, the creator of 'Rebelpelicano' assures that "the important thing about this event is to be able to bring people closer to Star Wars, not only from the scope of fanaticism or collecting, but also, from a musical aspect that is tremendously important, 50% of what the saga is. John Williams' music, especially 'A New Hope', is practically a modern classic of film music. It has been played by the world's great orchestras and now it is a luxury that our Symphony Orchestra can present a playlist, quite generous otherwise,' he expressed.

Another of the exhibitors at this event is the 'Vader's First and Collectors' Group, who will share all their fanaticism for the saga: “We will present an exhibition with our Star Wars collection, which specializes in assembling dioramas, which are scenes from the movie carried out with the figures. In it we recreate the environment and the figures simulate the different types of battles,” explained the group's emperor, Robinson Munizaga.

In addition to this collection, Vader's First will present cosplays, so that the audience can take photos with their favorite characters. “Our goal is for attendees to participate, providing them with helmets, blasters, and lightsabers so they can feel like a Jedi or Sith. We invite the audience present to interact with us and feel like a child again, in this way our objective would be achieved. Many of the adults who come to our exhibitions were children at the time the saga began and they remember things from their past with this saga,” Munizaga elaborated.

For those who do not want to miss this great and unmissable trip to the dark side of the force, tickets are now available for $6.000 per person. These can only be purchased at the Music Department of the University of La Serena (Larraín Alcalde s/n, between Los Jardines and Seminario) or by calling 9-81394607.

This season is carried out thanks to the financing of the Ministry of Cultures, Arts and Heritage, which since 2016 has been attached to the National Budget Glosa; in addition to the important support provided by the University of La Serena and the Directorate of Linkage with the Environment and Extension (DIVEULS); the Municipality of La Serena and its Department of Culture; and the Municipality of Coquimbo in conjunction with its Department of Culture.

Written by Camila Pérez, University of La Serena Symphony Orchestra