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Casts Set Repertory Productions at Tent Theater Company
by Stephi Wild - Jan 7, 2026

The Tent Theater Company has announced casting for the company’s winter mini repertory season, which comprises of its third and fourth full productions. Learn more here!

BWW Q&A: Nick Westrate of THE WILD DUCK at Shakespeare Theatre Company
by Joshua Wright - Oct 16, 2025

Shakespeare Theatre Company will present Henrik Ibsen’s “The Wild Duck,” adapted by David Eldridge and directed by STC Artistic Director Simon Godwin, in association with Theatre for a New Audience. The production runs at STC’s Klein Theatre in Washington, D.C., from October 18 through November 16. 

Repertorio Español, Teatro Círculo and More Nominated for 2025 HOLA Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 20, 2025

The Hispanic Organization of Latin Actors revealed the theater nominees for their 50th anniversary HOLA Awards. Learn more about the nominees and see the full list here!

Cast Set for THE WILD DUCK at Shakespeare Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 6, 2025

Shakespeare Theatre Company has revealed the cast for Henrik Ibsen's The Wild Duck, produced in association with Theatre for a New Audience. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!

The La Paloma Prisoner Project Amplifies The Stories Of Incarcerated Women
by Stephi Wild - Nov 12, 2024

The La Paloma Prisoner Project is Raquel Almaƶán’s theatre initiative about the reclamation of identity by incarcerated and formerly incarcerated women, and sharing those stories through workshops, advocacy and community partnerships.

Video: AMERICAN MARIACHI at Two River Theater First Look
by Joshua Wright - Oct 11, 2024

Get a first look at Two River Theater's production of American Mariachi written by José Cruz González, directed by James Vásquez, and arrangements by Cynthia Reifler Flores which runs through October 20, 2024

Review: AMERICAN MARIACHI at Two River Theater is Enthralling
by Marina Kennedy - Oct 7, 2024

Two River Theater is now presenting American Mariachi.  This production has it all. It is a heartfelt story with plenty of humor and marvelous music.

AMERICAN MARIACHI to Begin Performances at Two River Theater This Weekend
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 26, 2024

Performances for AMERICAN MARIACHI, written by José Cruz González, will begin this weekend at Two River Theater, showcasing a story of family, love, and tradition. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Full Cast and Creative Team Set for AMERICAN MARIACHI at Two River Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 4, 2024

Two River Theater has revealed the cast and creative team for American Mariachi. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Photos: First Look At SOMEWHERE OVER THE BORDER At People's Light
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 19, 2024

Beginning July 17, Malvern-based theatre People’s Light (39 Conestoga Road, Malvern, PA 19355) concludes its 49th season with the regional premiere presentation of Somewhere Over the Border by Emmy Award-nominated playwright, actor, and composer Brian Quijada. See photos from the production. 

Review: SOMEWHERE OVER THE BORDER Adds New Grooves to an Old Story at City Theatre
by Greg Kerestan - Oct 12, 2023

Brian Quijada's new musical balances heavy subject matter, light comedy and magic-realist whimsy with a rhythmic score.

Alabama Shakespeare Festival Presents AMERICAN MARIACHI
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 9, 2022

Alabama Shakespeare Festival presents American Mariachi by José Cruz González, through Aug. 21, 2022, on the Festival Stage.

BWW Review: AMERICAN MARIACHI at Goodman Theatre
by Rachel Weinberg - Sep 28, 2021

AMERICAN MARIACHI is an enchanting celebration of female empowerment and mariachi music.

Goodman Theatre Has Announced Casting For SCHOOL GIRLS and AMERICAN MARIACHI
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 3, 2020

Goodman Theatre has announced casting for two upcoming Chicago premiere productions in its 2019/2020 Season. Jocelyn Bioh's School Girls; Or, The African Mean Girls Play comes to the Goodman following its acclaimed off-Broadway engagement in a new production directed by Lili-Anne Brown (Lottery Day); and American Mariachi, directed by Goodman Resident Artistic Associate Henry Godinez in a co-production with Dallas Theater Center, featuring live mariachi music on stage. School Girls; Or, The African Mean Girls Play appears March 7 - April 12, 2020; tickets ($20-$70) are on sale now. American Mariachi appears April 25 - May 31; tickets ($20-$70) go on sale February 28 at 10am. Both productions appear in the 856-seat Albert Theatre. For tickets, visit GoodmanTheatre.org, call 312.443.3800 or purchase at the Goodman Theatre box office (170 N. Dearborn).

BWW Review: AMERICAN MARIACHI at the Old Globe
by E.H. Reiter - Apr 3, 2018

AMERICAN MARIACHI, currently playing at the Old Globe, is a brightly engaging and sentimental play that tugs at your heartstrings.  It manages to be both intensely personal and universal as it explores the power of music and memory, family, and circumventing traditional norms through humor and music.

Photo Flash: AMERICAN MARIACHI Comes to the San Diego Old Globe
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 28, 2018

Spending her days caring for her ailing mother, Lucha yearns to break her monotonous routine. Here's a wild idea: an all-girl mariachi band! But it's the 1970s, and girls can't be mariachis...or can they? As Lucha and her spunky cousin hunt for bandmates, dodge disapproving relatives, and bring Mom along for the ride, they wonder: will the band come together? American Mariachi is a heartwarming and hilarious world premiere comedy about family, progress, and the freedom to dream big that will send your heart soaring and put a bounce in your step with a wave of vibrant, infectious live music.

Photo Flash: AMERICAN MARIACHI at Denver Center for the Performing Arts
by Alan Henry - Feb 12, 2018

Denver Center for the Performing Arts presents AMERICAN MARIACHI, a new play written by Jose Cruz Gonzalez. AMERICAN MARIACHI tells the story of a group of daring young women in the 1970s who break tradition to form an all-female Mariachi band. Both humorous and touching, The World Premiere of AMERICAN MARIACHI opened at the Denver Center for the Performing Arts on January 26th, and will run through February 25th.

Review Roundup: AMERICAN MARIACHI at Denver Center For The Performing Arts
by Leah Windahl - Feb 9, 2018

Denver Center for the Performing Arts presents the World Premiere of AMERICAN MARIACHI, written by Jose Cruz Gonzalez. AMERICAN MARIACHI tells the story of a group of young women in the 1970s who break tradition to form an all-female Mariachi band. AMERICAN MARIACHI opened on January 26th and will run through February 25th.

VIDEO: AMERICAN MARIACHI comes to Denver Center for the Performing Arts
by Leah Windahl - Feb 8, 2018

DCPA Theatre Company And The Old Globe Announce Cast And Creative Team For AMERICAN MARIACHI
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 4, 2018

The Denver Center for the Performing Arts (DCPA) and The Old Globe are proud to announce full casting and creative team for the World Premiere production of American Mariachi, directed by James V squez.