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Photos: THE RETURN OF ZORO World Premiere At The Maverick Theater

Brian Newell's 16th original show features a film composer score rooted in Orange County history. Check out the photos!

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The Return of Zoro is written by Andrew Pinon and Inspired by “The Curse of Capistrano” by Johnston McCulley. It features an original score by  Kyle Reinhart and is produced & directed by Brian Newell. Check out the photos below!

A hero who’s many adventures took place here in Orange County. Created by pulp novelist, Johnston McCulley back in 1919. Zorro is the masked cape crusader that DC’s Batman was based on. A hero for the people, a champion for justice. His blade, feared by his enemies.
His mark a symbol against tyranny.

The cast features: Andrew Pinon, Justyn Gonzalez, Liz Alvarado, Alexandra Young, KC Mercer, Kevin Currie, Glenn Freeze, Edward Bangasser, Jose Martinez, Sage Forsythe, Chanelle Rose Leva, Sean Coutu, John Castro and Marcus McKinstry. Stunt Fighters include: Desmond Guerrero, Jonathon Barajas, Riley Mills, Brian Keosann and Ryan Swderski.

"I’ve wanted to create an original Zorro production ever since I started the Maverick. The tale of Zorro is deeply rooted in Southern California history—in fact, his origins are here in Orange County at the Mission San Juan Capistrano, during the earliest years of California statehood. It was a time when the land was lush and prosperous, but still very much apart of the wild west. Law and order was often left in the hands of the powerful who could be corrupt," stated Brian Newell.

The Return of Zoro is currently playing now through June 7 at the Maverick Theater located at 110 E. Walnut Avenue Unit B, Fullerton CA. Tickets can be purchased at the Maverick Theater's website.

Photos: THE RETURN OF ZORO World Premiere At The Maverick Theater Image

Photos: THE RETURN OF ZORO World Premiere At The Maverick Theater Image
Don Diego Vega (Andrew PI on) returns home.

Photos: THE RETURN OF ZORO World Premiere At The Maverick Theater Image
Felina (Alexandra Young) and Alejandro (Justyn Gonzalez) confide in one another.

Photos: THE RETURN OF ZORO World Premiere At The Maverick Theater Image
Diego (Andrew Pi on) trains Alejandro (Justyn Gonzalez) for battle.

Photos: THE RETURN OF ZORO World Premiere At The Maverick Theater Image
Padre Felipe (K.C. Mercer) answers the door to the mission as Lieutenant Braggs (Sean Coutu) knocks.

Photos: THE RETURN OF ZORO World Premiere At The Maverick Theater Image
Alejandro (Justyn Gonzalez) defends the mission from renegades (Brian Keosann and Desmond Guerrero).

Photos: THE RETURN OF ZORO World Premiere At The Maverick Theater Image
Renegade Yessika (Sage Forsythe) and Two Hawks (Chanelle Rose Leva) face off.

Photos: THE RETURN OF ZORO World Premiere At The Maverick Theater Image
Felina (Alexandra Young) defends herself agains Yessika (Sage Forsythe).

Photos: THE RETURN OF ZORO World Premiere At The Maverick Theater Image
Hunter and renegade, Yessika (Sage Forsythe) attacks Yaqui warrior, Two Hawks (Chanelle Rose Leva).



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2026 Theater Fans' Choice Awards - Live Stats
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23% of votes
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