Latino Theater Company
Presents the World Premiere of

WHITTIER BOULEVARD

Written & Performed by the Latino Theater Company
Directed by José Luis Valenzuela

The world premiere of an original, ensemble-devised work from L.A.’s Latino Theater Company. Employing its trademark blend of comedy, drama, music, dance and theatrical magic, the company takes us to Los Angeles, 2042. Years of fires, torrential rain, anarchy and bloodshed have led to a totalitarian city-state where the elderly disappear, their stories forgotten. When authorities make a surprise visit to the home of faded Chicana starlet Veronica Del Rio on the eve of her 75th birthday, she enlists the help of her loudmouth nurse, a kindhearted policeman fan, and a down-on-his-luck poet. Will Veronica disappear and be forgotten before she finds true love?

Age Recommendation: Whittier Boulevard is suggested for audience ages 13+.

  • Thursday, April 20 at 8:00 PM - PREVIEW
    Friday, April 21 at 8:00 PM - PREVIEW
    Saturday, April 22 at 8:00 PM - PREVIEW
    Sunday, April 23 at 4:00 PM - PREVIEW

    Thursday, April 27 at 8:00 PM - PREVIEW
    Friday, April 28 at 8:00 PM - PREVIEW
    Saturday, April 29 at 8:00 PM - OPENING
    Sunday, April 30 at 4:00 PM
    Monday, May 1 at 8:00 PM

    Thursday, May 4 at 8:00 PM
    Friday, May 5 at 8:00 PM
    Saturday, May 6 at 8:00 PM
    Sunday, May 7 at 4:00 PM

    Thursday, May 11 at 8:00 PM
    Friday, May 12 at 8:00 PM
    Saturday, May 13 at 8:00 PM
    Sunday, May 14 at 4:00 PM
    Monday, May 15 at 8 PM

    Thursday, May 18 at 8:00 PM
    Friday, May 19 at 8:00 PM
    Saturday, May 20 at 8:00 PM
    Sunday, May 21 at 4:00 PM

    Thursday, May 25 at 8:00 PM
    Friday, May 26 at 8:00 PM
    Saturday, May 27 at 8:00 PM
    Sunday, May 28 at 4:00 PM - CLOSING

  • Previews - $10
    Opening - $58
    General Admission - $48
    Student w/ID - $22
    Senior 65+ w/ID - $22
    Veterans w/ID - $22
    Teachers w/ID - $22

    Groups of 6 or more get $10 OFF per Ticket. More Info here.

  • Latino Theater Co. is proud to present post-show opportunities for you to engage with the artists, learn more about the work on stage and the theatre itself.

    These informal sessions begin approximately two minutes after the end of the performance and typically last 20-25 minutes.

    Friday, May 12     (Actor Conversation)
    Thursday, May 18     (Actor Conversation)

  • Latino Theater Company is committed to providing full access to patrons with disabilities. Our theatre is ADA accessible and is enabled with the following features.

    Accessible seating is available in the first 2 rows of our theatre for patrons with physical disabilities or mobility impairments. Please request special seating at the time of ticket purchase.

    Our theatre has raked seating, with steps to most rows. Most seats are fixed, though there are a limited number of free-standing seats that may be preferable for some patrons.

    If you need assistant please contact 213-489-0994 or tickets@thelatc.org

Cast

Evelina Fernandez*

Sal Lopez*

Geoffrey Rivas*

Lucy Rodriguez*

* Member of Actors’ Equity Association, the Union of Professional Actors and Stage Managers in the United States

Reviews

“STAGE RAW TOP 10… RECOMMENDED… a fable-like tale with elements of magical realism, a character-driven humor, and an absurdism steeped in the savory flavors of Latino culture. Enjoyable and easy to relate to… spectacular visual and aural effects.” — Deborah Klugman, Stage Raw

“FUN… Latino Theatre Company deploys its “Chicano Noir” lens and the resulting drama pokes fun at itself while trying to weigh the moment we’re passing through.” — Anthony Byrnes, 89.3 FM KCRW

“A TRIUMPH… Sly satire and dry humor infused with a mysterious film noir vibe… this witty and sharply-observed satire addresses issues of oppression and ageism within a melodramatic and amusing crime-drama realm.”
— Pauline Adamek, Arts Beat LA

“EXCEPTIONAL… RECOMMENDED… equal parts terrifying and hilarious.” — Patrick Chavis, LA Theatre Bites

“GREAT GOOD HUMOR… the dramatic stagecraft, with multimedia effects [heighten] the mix of comedy and dark satire.” — Hollywood Progressive

“VISUALLY STUNNING… a fascinating play with notes of Chicano Noir, Latinx Futurism, magic realism, and a cunning infusion of glamour from the Golden Age of Mexican Cinema.” — Joe Mosqueda, Glamgical

“A FUN-FILLED evening of theatre… a visual feast.” — Joe Straw, Joe Straw Blogspot

“EXCELLENT… amusing, and thought-provoking… wonderful effects… I laughed the entire time.” — blogger/influencer Karen Salkin, It’s Not About Me

Credits

Written by
EVELINA FERNÁNDEZ
SAL LOPEZ
GEOFFREY RIVAS
LUCY RODRIGUEZ
JOSÉ LUIS VALENZUELA

Directed by
JOSÉ LUIS VALENZUELA

Original Music composed by
ROBERT J. REVELL

Set Design
FRANÇOIS-PIERRE COUTURE

Costume Design
NAILA ALADDIN SANDERS

Lighting Design
PABLO SANTIAGO

Sound Design
ROBERT J. REVELL

Projection Design
YEE EUN NAM

Projection Design
YUKI IZUMIHARA

Movement Coordinator & Choreography
URBANIE LUCERO

Dramaturgy
CHANTAL RODRIGUEZ

Assistant Lighting Design
HENRY TRAN

Assistant Costume Design
NATALYA SHAHINYAN

Stage Manager
ALEXA WOLFE

Assistant Stage Manager & Props
MARTHA ESPINOZA

Production Manager
NATE EDELMAN

Production Manager
MAY FEI