Latino Theater Co.
AMERICAN
MARIACHI
by José Cruz González
Directed by José Luis Valenzuela
Original Music Arrangements by
Cynthia Reifler Flores
American Mariachi is a big-hearted, feel-good comedy with live music about familia, amor and tradición. It’s the 1970s and women can’t be mariachis…or can they? Lucha spends her days caring for her mother and yearning for more. Defying expectations, Lucha and her spunky cousin hunt for bandmates and take up instruments. A loving gesture for a mother becomes much more as the young women dream big and embrace the transcendent power of music.
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Thursday, May 2 at 8 p.m. | PREVIEW
Friday, May 3 at 8 p.m. | PREVIEW
Sunday, May 5 at 4 p.m. | PREVIEWThursday, May 9 at 8 p.m. | PREVIEW
Friday, May 10 at 8 p.m. | PREVIEW
Saturday, May 11 at 8 p.m. | OPENING NIGHT
Sunday, May 12 at 4 p.m.Thursday, May 16 at 8 p.m.
Friday, May 17 at 8 p.m.
Saturday, May 18 at 8 p.m.
Sunday, May 19 at 4 p.m.Thursday, May 23 at 8 p.m.
Friday, May 24 at 8 p.m.
Saturday, May 25 at 8 p.m.
Sunday, May 26 at 4 p.m.Thursday, May 30 at 8 p.m.
Friday, May 31 at 8 p.m.
Saturday, June 1 at 8 p.m.
Sunday, June 2 at 4 p.m.
Thursday, June 6 8 p.m.
Friday, June 7 at 8 p.m.
Saturday, June 8 at 8 p.m.
Sunday, June 9 at 4 p.m. -
Previews are an integral part of the theater-making process, allowing directors and playwrights to present their plays to audiences for the first time and identify areas for adjustment. These special performances offer a first look at the play and allow you to be part of each show's creative journey before its official opening. It's worth noting that Previews are priced differently; all previews are available for just $10. We are committed to keeping our Previews at a lower price point to ensure that high-quality live theatre is accessible to as many people as possible.
Consider attending a Preview and sharing your feedback about the production. You can then return to a performance later in the run to witness how the performance evolves and grows.
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PREVIEW $10
THURSDAYS $10
OPENING NIGHT $75ADULT $48
STUDENT WITH ID $20
SENIOR 65+ WITH ID $20
VETERAN WITH ID $20Groups of 6 or more get up to $10 OFF per Ticket. More Info here.
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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.
Dates:Sunday, May 19th
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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.
A minimum of 3 wheelchair and semi-ambulatory tickets are available throughout this Theater.
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.
Accessible seating is available to those with mobility disabilities who require accessible seating because of their disability, at most price levels. This includes individuals who use wheelchairs, those who use other mobility devices, and people who cannot climb steps or walk long distances because of significant arthritis, or severe respiratory, circulatory, or cardiac conditions. Individuals who, because of their disability, cannot sit in a straight-back chair or those whose service dogs cannot fit under a non-accessible seat or lie safely in the aisle are also permitted to purchase accessible seats.
Individuals purchasing a ticket for an accessible seat may purchase up to three (3) additional seats for their companions in the same row and that are contiguous with the accessible seat. If contiguous seats have already been sold and are not available, the Latino Theater Co. will offer other seats as close to the accessible seats as possible.
FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION REGARDING ACCOMMODATIONS AND SERVICES, PLEASE CALL THE BOX OFFICE AT 213-542-7307 OR EMAIL TICKETS@THELATC.ORG
Cast
Mariachis/Ensemble: Luis Bernal, Manhe Martínez, Oscar Rivas, Joseph Ruvalcava, Juan Miguel Sossa Ropain
* Member of Actors’ Equity Association, the Union of Professional Actors and Stage Managers in the United States
Reviews
“DON’T MISS THIS SHOW!… a hauntingly mythical flavor that complements
the tender themes of love and loss… With its captivating performances, poignant storytelling,
and infectious musical energy, this beautiful comedy-drama is a testament to the enduring legacy of mariachi music and the persistent spirit of the human heart.
— Pauline Adamek, Arts Beat LA
“HEART-FELT, DELIGHTFUL, FUNNY, MELANCHOLY…
a rich tapestry, an immersive ensemble, a heightened slice of life…
Like all truly good and wonderful theatre, it really should be experienced.”
— David MacDowell Blue, The World Through Night-Tinted Glasses
“WOW!… ENDLESSLY ENTERTAINING…
far and away the crowd-pleasingest show in town.”
— Steven Stanley, Stage Scene LA
“JOYOUS… a larger-than-life cast, live music,
and a long-delayed message of gender equality…
If you love mariachi music (and come on, who doesn’t?) you owe yourself a treat:
Go see it while you can—through June 9.”
— Eric Gordon, People’s World
“IRREPRESSIBLE… a lively,
energetic peek at how change comes about.”
— Elaine Mura, Splash Magazines
“A CELEBRATION OF MARIACHI AND A FEEL–GOOD TALE
about women discovering their potential and fulfilling it…
The live music, buoyant or poignant or both, infuses throughout.”
— Deborah Klugman, Stage Raw
“A SHEER DELIGHT… a heart-wrenching and fantastic
finish that left me cheering and weeping at the same time…
an important work of art that deserves a continuous life.”
— Edward Hong, The Nerds of Color
“UNA HISTORIA PROFUNDAMENTE HUMANA…
fusiona música en vivo, comedia y un mensaje poderoso
sobre la igualdad de género en una dinámica familiar que le conmoverá…
resuenan no solo con la comunidad latina, sino con una audiencia más global.”
— Isabel Ramirez, Pasadena en español
“SPECTACULAR… beautifully written… wonderfully directed…
plenty of singing with beautiful and exceptional voices.”
— Joe Straw, Joe Straw Blogspot
“STAND OUT… a story of many revelations… beautiful tableaus…
The heartbeat of the mariachi music is provided by the on-stage mariachi band.”
— Bel Hernandez Castillo, Latin Heat
Credits
Written by
JOSÉ CRUZ GONZÁLEZ
Directed by
JOSÉ LUIS VALENZUELA
Musical Directon and Original Musical Arrangements
CYNTHIA REIFLER FLORES
Scenic Design
MAUREEN E. WEISS
Costume Design
MARIA CATARINA COPELLI
Lighting Design
PABLO SANTIAGO
Sound Design
JOHN ZALEWSKI
Choreographer/Movement Coordinator
URBANIE LUCERO
Stage Manager
ALEXA WOLFE
Assistant Stage Manager
MARTHA ESPINOZA
Production Manager
MAY FEI
Costume Design Assistant
MANEE LEIJA
Scenic Assistant
ZOYA NAQVI
JEREMY CREWS
Wig Sylist
MARIBEL CHAVEZ
LAUREN GRACE PARRA
Stitcher
KIM GOMEZ
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