Francisco Gabilondo Soler: fabulist and poet

Within the framework of the exhibition "And who is that gentleman? Cri-Cri. Francisco Gabilondo Soler. Life and work", at the Museo del Noreste, the value of the lyrical work of this composer who marked generations is reviewed. Credit: Illustration: IA Grupo REFORMA

The Museo del Noreste opens the exhibition "And Who Is That Man? Cri-Cri. Francisco Gabilondo Soler. Life and Work." Credit: José Aguilar

The exhibition consists of family photographs and portraits from the artist's childhood and adolescence in Orizaba, his hometown. Credit: José Aguilar

It also displays drawings of the friendly insect he made. Credit: José Aguilar

The exhibition is supported by Fomento Cultural Gabsol, a fund that preserves the singer-songwriter's heritage. Credit: José Aguilar

Visitors can listen to unforgettable songs like "El comal y la olla," "El chorrito," "Marcha de las canicas," "Teté," and "Vals del trompo" (Waltz of the Trompo) through headphones. Credit: José Aguilar

The exhibition features his creations, such as El Ratón Vaquero. Credit: José Aguilar

The curatorship of Claudia Ávila, the museum's exhibition coordinator, encompasses the many facets of "The Singing Cricket." Credit: José Aguilar

Installation of hanging shoes, part of the exhibition. Credit: José Aguilar

The exhibition is available on the second floor of the MUNE. Credit: José Aguilar

The exhibition will be open until January 2026. Credit: José Aguilar