¡SÍ SE PUEDE! Adds Performances at Boston Court Pasadena
Written by Eliana Pipes, the CTG:FWD show follows activist Dolores Huerta and farm workers' rights
Center Theatre Group's new touring show under the CTG:FWD banner–¡SÍ SE PUEDE!– is adding two performances at Boston Court Pasadena after a successful tour around Los Angeles. Performances will take place on Sunday, June 7 at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.
Written by Eliana Pipes and directed by Sara Guerrero, ¡SÍ SE PUEDE! follows trailblazing activist, Dolores Huerta, on her journey to improve conditions for farm workers. From co-founding the United Farmworkers to leading boycotts, marches, and high-stakes negotiations—her unwavering commitment to justice changed the course of history. Through a blend of movement, music, and actors inspired by El Teatro Campesino, experience the powerful transformation that happens when we come together to demand change.
As part of CTG's commitment to its Angeleno community, ¡SÍ SE PUEDE! toured around Los Angeles over the past two months. At community spaces, libraries, and schools, community members experienced this captivating story–created by and for Angelenos. Created in collaboration with local writers and theatremakers, the tour uplifts and reflects the people, events, and themes important to Los Angeles. Past performances took place at Palms-Rancho Library, Boyle Heights City Hall, Culver City Julian Dixon Library, and Wabash Recreation Center.
Co-founder of the United Farm Workers Association, Dolores Clara Fernandez Huerta is one of the most influential labor activists of the 20th century and a leader of the Chicano civil rights movement.
Jesus A. Reyes, CTG Director of Learning and Community Partnerships said, “Dolores Huerta's life is an example for all of us to find courage and work together to make a better world. ¡SÍ SE PUEDE! is not just a slogan, it's a call to action.”
The cast features Juan De La Cruz, Brandon English, Sol Joun, Myrna Velasco, Michael G. Martinez, and Monica Joelle Ortiz.
The creative team includes Joe Maldonado (Stage Manager), Dylan Dolson Gonzalez (Assistant Stage Manager), Ivette Tello (Costume Designer), Jesus Hurtado (Scenic/Prop Designer), Melani Falcon (Sound Designer), Moises Vazquez (Composer), and Victor Vazquez, CSA (Casting Director, X Casting).
CTG's Brindell & Milton Gottlieb Artistic Director Snehal Desai said, “One of my priorities at CTG has been creating work that is not only seen on our stages but also goes out into our beautiful city. I am proud to announce our first touring show, ¡SÍ SE PUEDE!, which brings the story of the fearless and tenacious advocate for the people, Dolores Huerta, to life in a new touring production that will visit schools, libraries, and community spaces across Los Angeles. It's a love letter to Angelenos, created by Angelenos, and we can't wait for you to experience ¡SÍ SE PUEDE! when it arrives in your part of our beautiful city."
To learn about how to bring this show to your school, library, or community space, email Education@CTGLA.org.
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