Rodrigo de la Cadena and José Adán Perez at Boleros de Medianoche

On Thursday, February 26 at 9:30 pm, Rodrigo de la Cadena and José Adán Pérez will perform together for the first time in New York in a night dedicated to the great Latin American romantic tradition.

New York, February 18, 2026 – 54 Below will host an unforgettable encounter, where these two Mexican voices connect with the history of the bolero in one of the city’s most emblematic intimate venues.

Rodrigo de la Cadena does more than interpret bolero; he has studied it, documented it, and defended it as a living heritage. With more than two decades of career, a repertoire of over 900 songs, and collaborations with artists such as José José, Armando Manzanero, and Lucho Gatica, he has dedicated his career to preserving and reinventing boleros, building a bridge between the golden age of romantic music and contemporary audiences.

Named by Manzanero as “El Último Bohemio,” his work is not driven solely by nostalgia, but by the continuity of a musical aesthetic that values poetry, melodic elegance, and emotional depth.

Joining him for the evening is Mexican baritone José Adán Pérez, trained in the prestigious Domingo-Thornton Young Artist Program, who has shared the stage with renowned figures such as Plácido Domingo and Gustavo Dudamel. His expressive voice and artistic presence strike a balance between opera, symphonic repertoire, and recital performance.

Together, in Boleros de Medianoche, they will pay tribute to essential composers of the genre such as Agustín Lara, Armando Manzanero, Consuelo Velázquez, and María Grever, in an intimate format that highlights lyrics, melody, and nuance. The evening is dedicated to celebrating and preserving a musical heritage that forms an essential part of Mexican and Latin American cultural identity.

At a time when traditional genres and romantic music seek ways to remain relevant, this experience embraces the intimacy of the night to create a profound connection between artists and audience, between past and present, between New York and Latin America.

About Rodrigo de la Cadena

Mexican singer, composer, musician, and radio host, recognized as one of the leading contemporary defenders of bolero and the golden age of romantic music. His repertoire includes more than 900 songs by emblematic composers such as Agustín Lara, María Grever, and Álvaro Carrillo, in addition to original material. He has shared both stage and friendship with historic figures of Latin music and hosts the radio program Nuevamente… Bolero, through which he actively promotes the genre in Mexico and abroad.

About José Adán Pérez

A baritone of great dramatic expressiveness and a rich, expansive voice, whose international operatic career has led him to perform on prestigious stages across the United States, Europe, and Mexico. He has performed leading roles in operas such as Il barbiere di Siviglia, Don Giovanni, Carmen, and La bohème, collaborating with world-renowned orchestras, festivals, and conductors. His career is distinguished by multiple awards, grants, and recognitions, establishing him as a prominent figure in contemporary opera.

About TriFoPA

TriFoPA (Triangle for the Performing Arts) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering communities and amplifying voices through the performing arts, with a special focus on music. By collaborating with artists and community leaders, the organization guides young people on an enriching journey through music and the arts. Its mission is to inspire knowledge, aesthetic sensitivity, and reflection in society, advocating for the common good through artistic and cultural expression.

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