(PRINCETON, NJ) -- Prepare for an unforgettable evening of passion, tradition, and soul-stirring music as Aida Cuevas, the unrivaled "Queen of Ranchera Music" and La Voz de México ("The Voice of Mexico"), graces the McCarter stage on her 50th Anniversary U.S. Tour 2025 on Friday, October 17, 2025 at 7:30pm.
With one of the most powerful and emotive voices in Mexican music, Cuevas has forged an extraordinary five-decade career, earning both GRAMMY® and Latin GRAMMY® Awards—making her the only woman in mariachi history to have won both. Backed by her world-renowned mariachi ensemble, Cuevas takes audiences on a journey through decades of iconic hits including “El Pastor,” “Quizás Mañana,” and many more—performed with her signature elegance, artistry, and heartfelt authenticity.
Born in Mexico City, Cuevas began her career at age 11, winning amateur singing contests before making her national debut on the live radio program El Taller XEW. By 12, she was performing internationally, and her talents quickly caught the attention of legendary figures such as Armando Manzanero and Juan Gabriel, who produced her acclaimed 1983 album Aida Cuevas Sings the Best of Juan Gabriel.
Over the course of her remarkable career, Cuevas has released more than 40 albums, performed across the globe, and received honors from presidents, kings, and cultural institutions worldwide. She is celebrated not only as “The Queen of Mariachi Music,” but also as a proud ambassador of Mexican and Latin American heritage—an artist whose voice, charisma, and authenticity have inspired generations.
An icon of integrity and grace, Cuevas performs in traditional charro attire, singing from the heart and honoring the deep cultural roots of her music. With 50 years of artistry and achievement, she stands as one of the last great queens of ranchera music—a living legend carrying forward the soul of Mexico.
Tickets are available for purchase online or by calling Patron Services at (609) 258-2787. McCarter Theatre Center is located at 91 University Place in Princeton, New Jersey.
McCarter is one of the country’s flagship theaters and a vibrant center for community and the performing arts. Located on the campus of Princeton University, the company is an independent nonprofit, serving as a nationally renowned, multi-disciplinary creative hub for arts and ideas, offering theatre, music, dance, spoken word, and educational programs for all ages.
A two-time Tony Award winner, McCarter’s legacy of artistic excellence dates back to its first performances in 1930. Our Town, You Can’t Take It with You, and Bus Stop all premiered at McCarter, paving the way for a long history of launching remarkable works that have gone on to tens of thousands of performances worldwide.
The company is equally revered for presenting global artists on its stages, including Yo-Yo Ma, Samara Joy, Hasan Minhaj, Jon Stewart, Caetano Veloso, Rhiannon Giddens, Patti Smith, Esperanza Spalding, Lake Street Dive, and Herbie Hancock. Of the 100,000 community members who engage with McCarter each year, more than 5,000 are students participating in educational programs in Princeton, Trenton, and schools across the region. McCarter leads with values of justice, joy, and beauty in belonging—creating a space where artists and audiences can come together to celebrate the power of live performance.
