El Canto del Corazón (The Song of the Heart)

Act 1: La chispa de la pasión (The Spark of Passion)

Settings: Mexico (Guadalajara, Mexico City, Cancún & Tulum) | Montréal

• Santiago García, a passionate mariachi singer from a humble background, captivates audiences with his music in Guadalajara.

• Rosa Velázquez, a talented singer from a wealthy family, shines at Palacio de Bellas Artes in Mexico City

• Don Alfredo Velázquez warns Rosa to stay away from Santiago due to his lower-class roots.

• Paquita Del Castillo enters Santiago’s life, obsessively determined to claim him for herself.

• Doña María Velázquez is torn between protecting family honor and her love for Rosa.

• Vicente Rivera supports Santiago, advising caution about Paquita’s intentions.

• Luz Márquez encourages Rosa to pursue her heart despite family pressures.

• Carlos Del Castillo watches his sister Paquita’s destructive obsession with worry but stays silent.

• Romantic sparks between Santiago and Rosa ignite during a festival in Cancún.

• Their first duet in Tulum marks the start of their artistic and romantic bond.

• In Montréal, they perform their first major international concert together, symbolizing the spark and promise of their romance beyond Mexico.

Act 2: Amor y caos a través de las fronteras (Love and Turmoil Across Borders)

Settings: Mexico (Mexico City, Los Cabos, San Miguel de Allende & Puerto Vallarta) | USA (New York, Miami, Los Angeles & San Francisco) | Cape Town

• At the beachside café of Los Cabos, blend of traditional mariachi and contemporary styles highlights Santiago and Rosa's unique partnership.

• In San Miguel de Allende, they sing a love song that becomes central to their story.

• In Puerto Vallarta, Santiago and Rosa find brief peace and joy, performing in seaside venues and exploring the vibrant city, deepening their emotional and artistic connection amid rising external tensions.

• Santiago gets an international music opportunity; Rosa joins him in New York and they perform.

• Miami marks the flourishing of the passionate romance of Santiago and Rosa.

• In Los Angeles, they perform as part of their growing international tour, further showcasing their blend of traditional mariachi and contemporary music.

• Rosa and Santiago perfom a duet in San Francisco which gains viral fame, intensifying family disapproval, especially from Don Alfredo.

• Paquita creates a public scandal in Cape Town, threatening the couple's bond.

• Back in Mexico City, emotional support comes from Vicente and Luz, while Carlos begins to see Paquita’s darkness.

Act 3: En busca de la verdad y la sanación (Seeking Truth and Healing)

Settings: Bangkok | Tokyo | Paris | Austria (Vienna & Salzburg) | Berlin | Rio de Janeiro | Santorini

• Santiago retreats to Bangkok for spiritual and musical clarity.

• Rosa hides in Paris, performing anonymously and reflecting on her love and future.

• In Tokyo, Santiago writes “El Canto del Corazón”, a heartfelt ballad that goes viral worldwide.

• Doña María Velázquez meets Rosa in Vienna, sharing her own past sacrifices and urging her to follow her heart.

• Rosa performs in Salzburg, marking a moment of personal artistic expression and emotional healing amid her journey.

• Santiago performs “El Canto del Corazón” live for the first time in Berlin, moving a global audience and reclaiming his artistic voice.    

• In Mexico City, Carlos confronts Paquita, demanding she stop harming Santiago and Rosa.

• In Rio de Janeiro, Luz empowers Rosa to believe in herself again.

• Santorini’s cliffs host Rosa’s powerful solo — symbol of her emotional rebirth.

Act 4: Desafío y Declaración (Defiance and Declaration)

Settings: Mexico City | Madrid | Lisbon | Italy (Rome, Verona & Venice) | Belgium (Brussels & Bruges) | Amsterdam | Sydney

• Rosa returns to Mexico City, confronts her family, and claims her voice.

• In Madrid, Santiago, with Vicente’s support, regains focus and strength after his solo performance—renewed determination.

• In Lisbon, Rosa delivers a soul-stirring solo performance; her time with Luz strengthens her resolve to return and reclaim her love.

• Don Alfredo and Don Javier meet in Rome, confronting class prejudices and reconsidering their stances.

• Doña María opens up to Rosa about lost love, inspiring her to defy expectations.

• Santiago and Rosa reunite in Verona, beneath Juliet’s balcony.

• In Venice, their love is re-affirmed during a symbolic romantic celebration.

• In Brussels and Bruges, private, quiet bonding moments strengthen their emotional core.

• Amsterdam brings creative peace: a new song inspired by the city’s spirit.

• Don Javier García meets Rosa, offering support and blessing the couple’s union.

• Carlos threatens Paquita with exposure if she doesn’t relent.

• In Sydney, Santiago and Rosa hold a triumphant concert symbolizing their defiance against obstacles and the strength of their love.

Act 5: Resolución y Nuevos Comienzos (Resolution and New Beginnings)

Setting: Mexico City | Switzerland (Zürich, Lucerne, Interlaken, Zermatt, Grindelwald, Geneva & Montreux) | UK (London & Edinburgh) | Dublin

• The cast reunites at an international music gala celebrating Santiago.

• Paquita attempts one last act of sabotage but is publicly exposed by Carlos.

• Paquita leaves Mexico City in disgrace.

• Don Alfredo, moved by Santiago’s integrity and love for Rosa, finally gives his blessing.

• Doña María embraces Rosa’s choices, and family reconciliation begins.

• At Montreux Jazz Festival, Santiago and Rosa perform “El Canto del Corazón” as a powerful duet symbolizing their union.

• They explore Switzerland together.

• Sold-out performances in London and Edinburgh mark their global success.

• In Dublin, Don Javier organizes an intimate, heartfelt concert for Santiago and Rosa, celebrating their journey.

• The story concludes with an emotional duet at Dublin Castle, celebrating the journey of love, identity, and self-expression. 

Characters:  

• Santiago García: A passionate, soulful mariachi singer from a humble background. He's charming, romantic, and deeply romantic and in love with Rosa. (Male Lead) 

• Rosa Velázquez: A beautiful, strong-willed singer from a wealthy family torn between family obligations and following her heart. (Female Lead) 

• Paquita Del Castillo: Santiago's obsessive admirer, a manipulative socialite who will stop at nothing to win his heart. (Main Antagonist) 

• Don Alfredo Velázquez: Rosa’s stern father, fiercely protective of his daughter, and wary of Santiago's lower-class background but eventually accepts him.  

• Doña María Velázquez: Rosa’s mother, caught in the conflict between her deep affection for her daughter, Rosa, and her commitment to upholding the values of their esteemed family. 

• Don Javier García: Santiago’s father and respected musician. Offers guidance and ultimately supports the union.

• Carlos Del Castillo: Paquita’s brother, who is caught between loyalty to his sister and a growing awareness of the harm her obsession with Santiago is causing.  

• Vicente Rivera: Santiago's best friend, always by his side, offering support and advice.  

• Luz Márquez: Rosa’s best friend, who encourages her to follow her heart, even if it means defying her family.  

Primary Setting: Mexico City, Mexico 

Other Settings: Mexico (Cancún, Tulum, Guadalajara, Los Cabos, San Miguel de Allende & Puerto Vallarta) | Montréal, Canada | USA (New York, Miami, Los Angeles & San Francisco) | Rio de Janeiro, Brazil | Cape Town, South Africa | Sydney, Australia | Tokyo, Japan | Bangkok, Thailand | UK (London & Edinburgh) | Dublin, Ireland | Paris, France | Belgium (Brussels & Bruges) | Amsterdam, Netherlands | Italy (Rome, Verona & Venice) | Austria (Vienna & Salzburg) | Madrid, Spain | Lisbon, Portugal | Santorini, Greece