Testimonials

Travel Guides Reviews

Frommer’s “ Kusikay at the Garcilaso Theater, 117 Calle Unión, presents a superb music and theater program, that's equal parts Broadway Theater, Cirque du Soleil, and modern dance ”.

Fodor’s“ Cusco's newest entertainment addition, Kusikay, should not be missed. Devoted to presenting Andean history and mythology, Kusikay is a theater-dance-acrobatics spectacular, with some of the best costumes this side of Cirque du Soleil. It's a surprisingly modern setup, with moving sets and a huge cast of more than 30 actors ” .

Fan Comments

- Olivia Newton – John August 2008 “ Enjoyed immensely. Fantastic show ” .

- María José Córdova – May 2009 “ The only reason I am writing to you is to congratulate you and tell you that when the show was over I really felt proud of being Peruvian… I have told everyone around me that the play is amazing, because it really is. I had the chance to dance with one of the dancers at the end of the show and it was truly… I am trying to find the right words, but I can’t. It is just a feeling that makes you feel proud to be part of this country. It is overwhelming. Thank you again for turning my trip into an unforgettable experience. ” .

Tour Operators Comments

- Rachel Robar - Tour Consultant Latin American - COX & KINGS, THE AMERICAS – June 2009 “ Our entire FAM group loved this show! It was just the right length (not too long) and so colorful, full of humor and wonderful acrobatics, etc. The show also really showed off the Peruvian culture. They all really enjoyed it and I am sure that all in the group would recommend that their clients see this show when in Peru. ”

- Alonso Roggero / General Manager
METROPOLITAN TOURING - April 2009 “ Simply spectacular! ”

- Eduardo Doig Regional Manager - Marketing & Product Development CONDOR TRAVEL “ The show is as impressive as the synergy that this artistic company has created with the community, by merging local artists, ancestral traditions and oh-inspiring acts ”...

- Hernán Carranza - Marketing Manager - CASA ANDINA - April 2009 “ It would be a crime to go to Cusco and not watch Kusikay.”

- Patricio Zucconi - General Manager Monasterio Hotel / Orient Express Hotels - April 2009 “ High quality theater performed by a heterogeneous group of artists, many of which are from Cusco. Displaying great passion and effort, the performers offer locals and tourists the chance to watch a first-class show, the one that the city of Cusco needed to complete its tourist offer.
Travel attractions for national and international travelers should go beyond excellent restaurants, hotels, guides and transportation; Kusikay enhances this offer presenting something else, a high quality product. Something all tourist operators should do. Well done! We are eagerly looking forward to their 2009 return. ”

- María Angélica Carreño - Cusco supervisor IPERU, tourist information and assistance / Peru Export and Tourism Promotion Board - April 2009“ In name of IPERU, tourist information and assistance, I would like to sincerely congratulate you for the Paukartanpu premiere. As a Cusco native I am really proud to see we now have a show of this category in our city. Our hearts beat a thousand miles per hour with each act and the whole public was able to feel the strength and energy of the artists. The message is easy to understand: if we work as a team (combining our traditions, private capital and the contribution of professionals such as Mr. César Aedo) we can deliver excellent tourist attractions in our beloved Peru, thus diversifying the current offer. ”

- Angélica Aragón - Account Executive - COLTUR – OPERANDES CUSCO - April 2009 “ In my opinion, Paukartanpu, Kusikay’s second show, will be a total best-seller with the local, national and international public. I am really proud to be part of this culture. ”

- Maxy Nuñez - Account Executive - COLTUR – OPERANDES CUSCO - April 2009“ I really liked the show a lot and I think it should be recommended. It has good light and sound effects, as well as humor, juggling, good costumes and a great set design. The best thing is that it is possible to learn something about the Virgen del Carmen feast in Paucartampo. ”

- Allan Castañeda - Marketing Supervisor - INKATERRA – May 2009“ Thanks for everything, the show was amazing, the mis-en-scene, just perfect. I was really surprised to watch something like this in Cusco. I would definitively recommend it.”

- Katia Silva - Leisure Sales Manager - LIBERTADOR – May 2009“ Really impressive, I had no idea about what the show would be like and I found it fascinating … very professional, exceptionally fun and colorful; I really think that the show has an excellent level. ”

- Rachel Robar - Tour Consultant Latin American - COX & KINGS, THE AMERICAS – June 2009“ Our entire FAM group loved this show! It was just the right length (not too long) and so colorful, full of humor and wonderful acrobatics, etc. The show also really showed off the Peruvian culture. They all really enjoyed it and I am sure that all in the group would recommend that their clients see this show when in Peru. ”

- Héctor Lujan - Reservations Executive - CAT TRAVEL – July 2009“ I was completely satisfied to confirm the show’s and actors’ quality and I am also very pleased to know that my passengers are having such a great time whenever I have the opportunity to recommend Kusikay to them. I loved the actor’s and Mr. Aedo’s WARM UP exercises when they interact with the audience minutes before the show begins. It was super fun!
In summary, this show gave my 4-day stay in Cusco a much better value.”

- Susana Palomino Morales - Account Executive - METROPOLITAN TOURING PERU – July 2009“ I really enjoyed the show since the minute I went into the theater until the end of the play. I appreciate your great effort to present our customs in a different and enjoyable way. Congratulations to everyone and keep on working. Believe me, Kusikay has to be included as a must-see show everywhere and in different ways. ”

Media Reviews

- IN LAN Magazine - “ Cusco, KUSIKAY ” article - August 2008“ Next time you travel to Cusco, enjoy this original show that combines theater, dance, music, circus and multimedia. Cusco has much more to offer than archaeological sites and an amazing past, it has a living culture that expresses itself through art. Aiming to develop new cultural spaces in this city, a year ago an entertainment production company created KUSIKAY, betting on local talent. ” .. “ For the artists, being part of Kusikay is the best thing that ever happened to them, just like living a dream. When the curtain rises you will understand why. ”

- Somos Magazine - “ The Great Theater of Cusco” article - March 2008“ Kusikay production company has renovated this old theater to present an ambitious show featuring local artists.”

- Somos Magazine - “ The Great Theater of Cusco ” article- March 2008“ I visited Cusco before and I am really glad to find out that they already have such a great show. I cried of emotion in the play’s finale and, like everyone else, I gave it a standing ovation,’ comments Helen, a German tourist, when leaving Garcilaso Theater. And with a good reason. ”

- Peru 21 Newspaper - “ The origin of the world recounted in Cusco ” article - March 2008“ First-rate show in the Imperial City: The origin of the world is recounted in Cusco. KUSIKAY production company presents Chaska, an Andean Story, a spectacular show combining theater, dance and circus. ”

- Expreso Newspaper - “ A Renovated Theater ” article - March 2008“ Not everything is violence in Cusco. A renovated theater: not only Machu Picchu is worth visiting, the renovated Garcilaso Theater in the Imperial City is the best proof of it. ”

- El Peruano Newspaper “ Spectacular Cusco ” article March 2008“ Spectacular Cusco. This renovated theater in the Imperial City offers luxurious mise-en-scenes. The performances are conceived to offer high-quality fun for the tourists. ”

- La Razón Newspaper “ An Andean History is presented in Cusco ” article - March 2008“ A first-rate staging in a newly remodeled movie theater. “An Andean Story is presented in Cusco. KUSIKAY opened the renovated Garcilaso Theater, providing it with state-of-the-art stage technology for its first premiere: Chaska, An Andean Story, a spectacular, modern and original theater performance. ”

- Correo Newspaper - “ Kusikay’s Chaska ”, an article by José Chlimper “ The cast -powerful, sorry, very powerful actors from Cusco- was able to deliver, improve and adjust every detail of this magnificent play. Every actor dedicated 100% to the play, so the company got a loan, invested and offered stability to everyone, while developing culture at the same time. Culture is the winner with a unique offer; the public, national and international, also wins; the country wins, the national pride wins as well as the revaluation of our identity and –deservingly and in the future- the company wins. Bravo for Kusikay! It is the angel of the capitalist revolution. ”