Teatro dei Ruderi | Grupo Compay Segundo

Teatro dei Ruderi di Cirella · Diamante, Costa Viola, Calabria

9 August 2026

Concluded event

The great tradition of Cuban son will come to Calabria for an evening of live music, set against the unique backdrop of the Teatro dei Ruderi in Cirella, Diamante. On Sunday, 9 August 2026, Grupo Compay Segundo — comprising musicians associated with the legendary Buena Vista Social Club — will bring the rhythms, stories, and atmosphere of authentic Havana to the stage. Led by double bassist Salvador Repilado Labrada, son of the legendary Compay Segundo, the ensemble preserves and revitalises one of the world's most cherished musical legacies.

Cuban Son at the Teatro dei Ruderi in Cirella

The great tradition of Cuban son comes to Calabria for an evening of live music set against the unique backdrop of the Teatro dei Ruderi in Cirella, Diamante. On Sunday 9 August 2026, Grupo Compay Segundo, formed by musicians linked to the historic Buena Vista Social Club, brings the rhythms, stories and atmosphere of authentic Havana to the stage. It is a concert that unites different generations and finds in the Teatro dei Ruderi a striking setting, overlooking the Riviera dei Cedri and the Tyrrhenian Sea off the Calabrian coast.

The Musicians and the Buena Vista Legacy

The ensemble is led by double bassist Salvador Repilado Labrada, son of the legendary Compay Segundo, preserving and renewing one of the world's most beloved musical legacies. Alongside him are the voice and maracas of Hugo Garzón Bargalló, a key figure in the international Buena Vista Social Club project since 1997. All the musicians are from Cuba and perform live the repertoire that introduced Cuban son to international audiences, with timeless melodies, improvisation and the folk sounds that made the island's music famous.

An Amphitheatre Between Ruins and Sea

The Teatro dei Ruderi di Cirella is an open-air amphitheatre set among the ruins of the ancient village of Cirella, in the municipality of Diamante, province of Cosenza. Surrounded by Mediterranean vegetation and overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea, each summer it becomes a stage for concerts and shows that pair national and international acts with an exceptional landscape. For the Grupo Compay Segundo evening on 9 August, it is worth arriving early to enjoy the sunset over the coast. Many more summer evenings are gathered in the calendar of events in Calabria.

Date and duration

The event is scheduled for 9 August 2026. Check for any changes announced by the organisers shortly before travelling.

Venue

The listed venue is Teatro dei Ruderi di Cirella, Diamante (CS). Follow current information from the organiser and municipality for access, parking and local transport.

Organisers and participants

Published event information names , Grupo Compay Segundo, Salvador Repilado Labrada, Hugo Garzón Bargalló. Check official channels for the final programme and any changes to participants.

Admission and updates

Admission is paid. Check the official source close to the event date for confirmation of times, access and availability.

Frequently asked questions

When is the Grupo Compay Segundo concert?

On Sunday 9 August 2026, in the evening, at the Teatro dei Ruderi in Cirella.

Where does the event take place?

At the Teatro dei Ruderi di Cirella, in the municipality of Diamante, province of Cosenza, on the Riviera dei Cedri.

Who performs?

Grupo Compay Segundo, formed by musicians linked to the Buena Vista Social Club, including Hugo Garzón Bargalló, part of the international project since 1997.

Who leads the ensemble?

Double bassist Salvador Repilado Labrada, son of the legendary Compay Segundo.

What kind of music does the concert feature?

Cuban son and the folk sounds of Havana, the repertoire made famous worldwide by the Buena Vista Social Club.

Is admission paid?

Yes, it is a ticketed concert; tickets are available through official sales channels such as TicketOne.

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