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Real Women Have Curves: The Musical at American Repertory Theatre
Dates: 12/6/2023 - 1/21/2024
📍 Theatre: American Repertory Theatre
Farkas Hall, 12 Holyoke St., Cambridge, MA 02138
Cambridge, MA 02138
Phone: 617.547.8300
Tickets: $30+
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Summer 1987, Boyle Heights, Los Angeles. After eighteen years under the roof of her immigrant parents, Ana is ready to spread her wings. Her dreams of college and a career in New York City are bursting at the seams, but her family’s expectations would keep her home, working at their garment factory. Is it worth sacrificing the dreams of her family, who have sacrificed everything for her? Based on the play by Josefina López that inspired the iconic hit film, Real Women Have Curves: The Musical is an empowering new show that explores life’s unexpected curves.
Directed and choreographed by Tony Award winner Sergio Trujillo (Arrabal, Ain’t Too Proud, Jersey Boys), this world-premie musical features a book by award-winning playwright Lisa Loomer (Roe; The Waiting Room; Girl, Interrupted) with an original score by Grammy-winning recording artist Joy Huerta (from world-renowned Mexican pop duo Jesse&Joy) and Fred Ebb Award winner Benjamin Velez (Kiss My Aztec).
News About Real Women Have Curves: The Musical at American Repertory Theatre
BLACK SWAN, WONDER World Premiere Musicals And More Set for American Repertory Theater 2025/26 Season
June 05, 2025 American Repertory Theater has announced its 2025/26 season, highlighted by two major world premiere musicals adapted from beloved films—Black Swan and Wonder—featuring a slate of Broadway talent both on and offstage.
Creative Team Set for ROMEO AND JULIET at A.R.T.
July 18, 2024 American Repertory Theater has revealed the creative team for its upcoming production of ROMEO AND JULIET. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
VIDEO: See The Load-In for REAL WOMEN HAVE CURVES: THE MUSICAL at American Repertory Theater
January 05, 2024 Watch as the set for Real Women Have Curves: The Musical at American Repertory Theater is loaded into the Loeb Drama Center.
Review Roundup: REAL WOMEN HAVE CURVES: THE MUSICAL at American Repertory Theater
January 03, 2024 What did the critics think of Real Women Have Curves: The Musical's world premiere at American Repertory Theater?
Review: A.R.T. Has a Hit with World Premiere Of REAL WOMEN HAVE CURVES: THE MUSICAL
January 03, 2024 What did our critic think of REAL WOMEN HAVE CURVES: THE MUSICAL at Loeb Drama Center? The American Repertory Theater’s world-premiere production of “Real Women Have Curves: The Musical” – at Cambridge’s Loeb Drama Center through January 21 – proves that a serious story about the very real challenges facing undocumented immigrants can also be a funny, spirited, and joyous celebration of the power of family and community.
Video: Joy Huerta and Benjamin Velez Talk the Making of REAL WOMEN HAVE CURVES: THE MUSICAL
December 19, 2023 Watch as composers Joy Huerta and Benjamin Velez discuss the process of creating the world-premiere of Real Women Have Curves: The Musical.
Photos: Get a First Look at REAL WOMEN HAVE CURVES: THE MUSICAL at American Repertory Theater
December 14, 2023 Get a first look at Real Women Have Curves: The Musical at A.R.T.
Exclusive: First Look at REAL WOMEN HAVE CURVES: THE MUSICAL at A.R.T.
December 08, 2023 Get an exclusive first look at Real Women Have Curves: The Musical at American Repertory Theatre!
American Repertory Theater Announces Programs And Events Associated With World Premiere REAL WOMEN HAVE CURVES: THE MUSICAL
December 06, 2023 The world premiere of 'Real Women Have Curves: The Musical' is accompanied by a range of programs and events, including an Artists for Humanity collaboration, a 'Curves of Life' workshop, and Spanish-language captioned and other access performances.
Video: Get a Behind-the-Scenes Look at the Scenic Design for REAL WOMEN HAVE CURVES: THE MUSICAL
December 01, 2023 American Repertory Theater (A.R.T.) at Harvard University offers a behind-the-scenes look at the making of a world-premiere musical. Take a look at the video!
Video: Joy Huerta And Benjamin Velez Perform 'Flying Away' From REAL WOMEN HAVE CURVES
November 20, 2023 American Repertory Theater has released a video clip of Joy Huerta (vocals) and Benjamin Velez (piano) performing “Flying Away” from Real Women Have Curves at The Drama League Gala. Watch here!
Janet Dacal, Justina Machado & More to Star in REAL WOMEN HAVE CURVES: THE MUSICAL at A.R.T.
October 16, 2023 Janet Dacal, Justina Machado, and more will star in REAL WOMEN HAVE CURVES: THE MUSICAL at A.R.T. The show, based on the play by Josefina López and HBO's Real Women Have Curves, opens on December 6, 2023, and runs until January 21, 2024. Don't miss this powerful production.About the Theatre
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American Repertory Theatre Frequently Asked QuestionsFAQ
What shows are coming up next at American Repertory Theater?
Gatsby (5/23/24-7/21/24)
Where is American Repertory Theater located?
American Repertory Theater is at Farkas Hall, 12 Holyoke St., Cambridge, MA 02138, Cambridge, MA.
What shows have played recently at American Repertory Theater?
Gatsby (05/23/24-07/21/24)
Becoming a Man (02/16/24-03/10/24)
The Odyssey (10/19/23-10/19/23)
The Half-God of Rainfall (09/08/23-09/24/23)
Evita (05/17/23-07/16/23)
The Wife of Willesden (02/25/23-03/18/23)
Life of Pi (12/04/22-12/29/22)
Twilight: Los Angeles, 1992 (08/28/22-09/24/22)
The Lunch Room: Guests from WILD: A Musical Becoming (12/28/21-12/28/21)
Macbeth In Stride (10/23/21-11/14/21)
Becoming a Man (02/16/24-03/10/24)
The Odyssey (10/19/23-10/19/23)
The Half-God of Rainfall (09/08/23-09/24/23)
Evita (05/17/23-07/16/23)
The Wife of Willesden (02/25/23-03/18/23)
Life of Pi (12/04/22-12/29/22)
Twilight: Los Angeles, 1992 (08/28/22-09/24/22)
The Lunch Room: Guests from WILD: A Musical Becoming (12/28/21-12/28/21)
Macbeth In Stride (10/23/21-11/14/21)
What is the history of American Repertory Theater ?
The American Repertory Theater at Harvard University is dedicated to expanding the boundaries of theater, always including the audience as a partner. We focus on the research and development of groundbreaking theatrical experiences that catalyze dialogue and transformation. We believe that by engaging our hearts, minds and bodies, theater has the power to heal and imagine collective pathways forward.
Where is American Repertory Theater (A.R.T.) located?
American Repertory Theater (A.R.T.) is at Farkas Hall, 12 Holyoke St., Cambridge, MA 02138, Cambridge, MA.
What shows have played recently at American Repertory Theater (A.R.T.)?
Gatsby (5/23/24-7/21/24)
Becoming a Man (2/16/24-3/10/24)
The Odyssey (10/19/23-10/19/23)
The Half-God of Rainfall (9/8/23-9/24/23)
Evita (5/17/23-7/16/23)
The Wife of Willesden (2/25/23-3/18/23)
Life of Pi (12/4/22-12/29/22)
Twilight: Los Angeles, 1992 (8/28/22-9/24/22)
The Lunch Room: Guests from WILD: A Musical Becoming (12/28/21-12/28/21)
Macbeth In Stride (10/23/21-11/14/21)
Becoming a Man (2/16/24-3/10/24)
The Odyssey (10/19/23-10/19/23)
The Half-God of Rainfall (9/8/23-9/24/23)
Evita (5/17/23-7/16/23)
The Wife of Willesden (2/25/23-3/18/23)
Life of Pi (12/4/22-12/29/22)
Twilight: Los Angeles, 1992 (8/28/22-9/24/22)
The Lunch Room: Guests from WILD: A Musical Becoming (12/28/21-12/28/21)
Macbeth In Stride (10/23/21-11/14/21)
Where is American Repertory Theatre located?
American Repertory Theatre is at Farkas Hall, 12 Holyoke St., Cambridge, MA 02138, Cambridge, MA.
What shows have played recently at American Repertory Theatre?
Gatsby (05/23/24-07/21/24)
Becoming a Man (02/16/24-03/10/24)
The Odyssey (10/19/23-10/19/23)
The Half-God of Rainfall (09/08/23-09/24/23)
Evita (05/17/23-07/16/23)
The Wife of Willesden (02/25/23-03/18/23)
Life of Pi (12/04/22-12/29/22)
Twilight: Los Angeles, 1992 (08/28/22-09/24/22)
The Lunch Room: Guests from WILD: A Musical Becoming (12/28/21-12/28/21)
Macbeth In Stride (10/23/21-11/14/21)
Becoming a Man (02/16/24-03/10/24)
The Odyssey (10/19/23-10/19/23)
The Half-God of Rainfall (09/08/23-09/24/23)
Evita (05/17/23-07/16/23)
The Wife of Willesden (02/25/23-03/18/23)
Life of Pi (12/04/22-12/29/22)
Twilight: Los Angeles, 1992 (08/28/22-09/24/22)
The Lunch Room: Guests from WILD: A Musical Becoming (12/28/21-12/28/21)
Macbeth In Stride (10/23/21-11/14/21)
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