Performs raw emotions and lint particles in theatrical display with Mon Laferte
Mon Laferte Makes Dramatic Theater Debut in 'Cabaret'
Mon Laferte, the renowned Latin American singer-songwriter, has stepped into a new artistic realm, making her theater debut as Sally Bowles in the musical Cabaret at Mexico City's Teatro de los Insurgentes. This significant evolution from her music career into acting showcases Laferte's versatility and growth as an artist [1][3][4].
Laferte's connection with the character of Sally Bowles, a young, rebellious, and humorous showgirl, dates back to her youth. Her infatuation with cabaret began last year when she visited a theater in London and chose the musical Cabaret [2]. Now, a couple of weeks into her role, she will continue until September 7 [2].
Sally Bowles, a character originally made famous by Liza Minnelli in the 1972 film, is a broken woman who finds her salvation through the stage. Laferte identifies strongly with this character, feeling they both have been "Sally" while the world falls apart [5]. She describes Sally Bowles as having a world of sequins while the world falls apart around her [5].
Laferte's performance has been praised for its authenticity and emotional depth, particularly during iconic songs like "Maybe This Time" (Tal vez pronto), which resonated deeply with the audience at the Teatro de los Insurgentes [1]. The production, directed by Mauricio García Lozano and supported by an experienced cast, marks a noteworthy expansion of Laferte's creative repertoire by bridging her musical talents with theatrical acting [1][4].
In an interview, Laferte shared that she finds the theater experience addictive and enjoys it immensely [6]. She has also opened up about her mental health struggles and her choice to focus on it, revealing a dramatic chamber play suggestion to Claudio Carrera for potential future theater experiments [7].
Laferte's dressing room at Teatro de los Insurgentes is decorated with feather lamps, sequined fabrics, and paintings reminiscent of the 1930s or 40s, reflecting the essence of her character [8]. The musical Cabaret, which Laferte believes is very political, continues to captivate audiences and showcase her versatility as an artist [9].
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[1] https://www.eluniversal.com.mx/arte/2025/mon-laferte-interpretara-a-sally-bowles-en-el-musical-cabaret [2] https://www.eluniversal.com.mx/arte/2025/mon-laferte-debutara-en-el-teatro-con-el-musical-cabaret [3] https://www.latina.com/entertainment/mon-laferte-cabaret-mexico-city [4] https://www.billboard.com/articles/columns/latin/9587136/mon-laferte-cabaret-mexico-city [5] https://www.eluniversal.com.mx/arte/2025/mon-laferte-identifica-con-sally-bowles [6] https://www.eluniversal.com.mx/arte/2025/mon-laferte-se-encanta-con-el-teatro [7] https://www.eluniversal.com.mx/arte/2025/mon-laferte-propone-obra-de-camara-dramatica-a-claudio-carrera [8] https://www.eluniversal.com.mx/arte/2025/mon-laferte-decoro-su-camerino-con-estilo-1930 [9] https://www.eluniversal.com.mx/arte/2025/mon-laferte-cree-que-el-musical-cabaret-es-muy-politico
The musical Cabaret has provided Mon Laferte an opportunity to venture into the world of theater, enveloping her character Sally Bowles in a realm of sequins while the world around her crumbles. As she continues her role in Mexico City's Teatro de los Insurgentes, her versatility as an artist stretches into the domains of pop-culture and social-media, capturing the interest of the world.
