The Ministerio de Cultura y Deportes de Guatemala has recently highlighted several cultural events and traditions through its official Twitter account, focusing on both artistic works and indigenous celebrations.
On November 2, 2025, the ministry announced the return of a notable work by Manuel Galich, stating: "El tren amarillo de Manuel Galich regresa, dirigido por Guillermo Ramírez, para recordarnos que las historias del pueblo no mueren: evolucionan y exigen justicia. Pronto, conviértete en pasajero de esta epopeya inolvidable. El andén está listo. ¿Subes o te quedas en la estación?" This post emphasizes the enduring relevance of Galich's work under the direction of Guillermo Ramírez.
In a related message posted on the same day, the ministry added: "Todos aguardan el tren, pero solo los valientes descubren su ruta secreta... Un trayecto que cruza épocas y fronteras, donde la lucha se entreteje con la memoria y la esperanza ilumina la oscuridad." The tweet uses metaphorical language to describe a journey that blends struggle with memory and hope.
Later that morning, another post from the ministry focused on a significant local tradition in Huehuetenango: "#Huehuetenango | Esta tradicional carrera constituye una de las actividades principales en honor a los santos difuntos y una muestra viva de la identidad cultural del pueblo maya Mam, de Todos Santos Cuchumatán. Entérate de los detalles." The tweet references an annual horse race in Todos Santos Cuchumatán that honors deceased loved ones and highlights Maya Mam cultural identity.
Manuel Galich was a prominent Guatemalan playwright known for using theater to address social issues in Guatemala during the twentieth century. The annual horse race in Todos Santos Cuchumatán is part of Day of the Dead celebrations and is recognized as an important expression of Maya Mam heritage.
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