Latino Theater Company presents

by Rebeca Aleman
Directed by Iraida Tapias
Water People Theater│Chicago, Illinois

Inspired by true events, The Delicate Tears Of The Waning Moon addresses the relentless violation of human rights against journalists who strive to report the truth. Paulina, a journalist advocating for indigenous communities and victims of femicide, has recently emerged from a coma after a brutal attack. To achieve justice, she needs to recover her memory and reveal the truth. She only remembers having a mother and a daughter. Rodrigo, her best friend, is by her side and makes unimaginable efforts to assist her. Our first run was at Steppenwolf 1700 in Chicago in 2019, followed by performances at Repertorio Español NY in 2024, Instituto Cervantes of Chicago (September-October 2024). The play is Jeff Recommended and now will be part of Encuentro 2024.

RUNTIME: 90 minutes

CONTENT WARNING: Text contains graphic verbal descriptions of murder and violence. Actual video taken during the incident are included in the show.

  • Thursday, October 24 at 8:00 PM - OPENING NIGHT
    Sunday, October 27 at 4:00 PM
    Friday, November 1 at 5:00 PM
    Sunday, November 3 at 2:00 PM
    Friday, November 8 at 8:30 PM
    Saturday, November 9 at 5:00 PM

  • Adults - $48
    Students - $24
    Seniors (65+) - $24
    Veterans - $24
    LAUSD Employee - $24
    ALL Thursdays - $10

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Cast

Paulina
Rebeca Alemán 

Rodrigo
Eric K. Roberts

Voice of Antonia
Laura Crotte

Voice of Anabel
Sofía Ybarra

Voice of Announcer
Miguel Núñez

Credits

Written by
Rebeca Aleman

Directed by
Iraida Tapias

Set, Props & Costume Design 
Marisabel Muñoz 

Musicians | Sound Design 
Lester & Ludwig Paredes

Lighting Design 
Karen Wallace

Assistant Director | Stage Manager
Estefanía Mena

Projections Design 
Marisabel Muñoz & Stephanie Rodrigues

Production Assistant
Daniela Casilimas

Graphic Design 
Carlos Trujillo

Reviews

"Any journalist seeing this show  is going to have a visceral reaction, as well as admiration for its exploration of the compromises and deficiencies of courage that often beset even the best newsrooms." –  Chris Jones, Chicago Tribune.

"For 24 Years Water People Theater Has Been Devoted To Amplifying Unheard Voices" - Jeryl Brunner, FORBES

"Water People Theater’s contribution to Destinos is sobering but poetic." – Kerry Reid, Chicago Reader

"Obra bordada con una delicadeza para mostrar uno de los atentados que sufre el mejor oficio del mundo” – Gisela Orozco, Chicago Tribune.

“Water People Theater’s The Delicate Tears of the Waning Moon triggered my emotions and an alarming memory of my visit to a memorial site for women lost to femicide” – Sandra Treviño, Chicago Reader

"Aleman’s moving story, performed by a superb cast, is honorably directed by the acclaimed venezuelan playwright, screenwriter and co-artistic director of the water people, Iraida Tapias” –  Ruth Smerling, THEATER WORLD INTERNET MAGAZINE. 

“An opportunity to witness the universal nature of good acting, a craft that transcends cultural and language barriers” – Bill Esler, BUZZ CENTER STAGE 

“BEAUTIFUL ACTING… PERFORMED WITH TRUTH” – Jonathan Abarbanel, WINDY CITY TIMES

“A DELICATE PERFORMANCE WITH A POWERFUL MESSAGE” – Reno Lovison, CHICAGO THEATER AND ARTS

"The Delicate Tears of the Waning Moon is heartfelt and heart-rending" – Sarah Downs, thefrontrowcenter.com

“Rebeca Alemán Champions Justice & Human Rights in THE DELICATE TEARS OF THE WANING MOON”

– Chloe Rabinowitz, Broadway World - Off Broadway 

Water People Theater

Water People Theater emerged on September 21, 2001, in conjunction with the International Day of Peace. This deliberate choice of inception date highlights our firm conviction in the transformative power of theater as a catalyst for social change. We are driven by the belief that theater has the unique ability to inspire collective action and create cross-cultural cooperation between diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic communities. As a Latina and immigrant-led theater, our mission is to leverage the power of high-quality performances and educational offerings to advance social values and defend human rights. We aim to inspire diverse audiences to become changemakers contributing to more equitable, just, and inclusive communities. In the past 23 years, our mission has shaped our on-stage and off-stage programming, impacting the lives of over 119,000 individuals with 39 productions, 23 seasons, five short films defending human rights, and ten peace campaigns. We have participated in 12 international theater and film festivals, notably leading the opening of the Chicago International Latino Theater Festival "Destinos" for three consecutive years (2017-2019) and launching their International Cultural Exchange Program in Mexico City. We're honored to have received two ACE Awards in NYC, an ALTA Award, and a Jeff Award in Chicago.

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