The inaugural act of the festivities, held this Friday at 8:30 PM, focused on the significant cultural legacy of the Jesus Christ Superstar adaptation, staged by young people from the neighborhood almost half a century ago. Two individuals linked to that initiative, a director and a collaborator, were responsible for delivering the emotional proclamation, accompanied by other participants from that era.

During the ceremony, not only were memories shared, but small performances of scenes from the play were also offered, generating nostalgia among attendees and allowing new generations to connect with this important chapter of local history. The initiative, which began in 1977, mobilized dozens of residents and became a social phenomenon that transcended the artistic realm.

The first deputy mayor and councilor for Festivities of the Arrecife City Council, Echey Eugenio, spoke during the proclamation, emphasizing the importance of preserving popular traditions and fostering citizen participation. The councilor highlighted the crucial role played by the neighborhood fabric in organizing these events, encouraging the community to get involved in the scheduled activities.

The play, which involved nearly a hundred children and young people from the neighborhood, officially premiered on August 13, 1977, in the square of Haría. Subsequently, it toured various locations in Lanzarote, culminating in April 1980 at the San José Obrero parish in Titerroy. Testimonies gathered during the proclamation highlighted the collective nature of the project and its social impact, offering a constructive alternative for young people in a complex social context.

The event concluded with a special recognition to the initiators of the project and the families who supported it from its beginnings, valuing the collective effort that made it possible to stage a highly complex work with limited resources. The Titerroy festivities will continue until May 1, with a program combining tradition, culture, and leisure.