Marvin Quijada

Review: FLY ME TO THE SUN at The Fountain Theatre
by Shari Barrett - Sep 16, 2025

Told in the style of a late-night talk show which the brothers share online from their mother’s kitchen, what makes this two-hander starring Geraldo Navarro as BQ and Noé Cervantes as his brother DJ, is the incredibly unique way Navarro brilliantly portrays his Abuela Julia as a hand puppet – one that becomes more alive as his history with her is revealed through character-specific movement, accent, attitude, and clothing.

Photos: FLY ME TO THE SUN Opens at The Fountain Theatre
by Emmy Rice - Sep 6, 2025

Now in previews, Brian Quijada’s charming, semi-autobiographical “Fly Me to the Sun,” featuring beats and remixes by Marvin Quijada and Brian Quijada, opens at the Fountain Theatre on Saturday, September 6.

Brian Quijada's FLY ME TO THE SUN Will Make West Coast Premiere at the Fountain
by Stephi Wild - Jul 25, 2025

Raymond O. Caldwell directs the West Coast premiere of Fly Me to the Sun, written by two-time Jeff Award-winner and two-time Drama Desk nominated playwright Brian Quijada and featuring remixes and beats by Marvin Quijada.

Fountain Theatre Announces Remainder Of 2025 Season Under New Artistic Director Raymond O. Caldwell
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 12, 2025

The Fountain Theatre has announced the remainder of the 2025 season under the leadership of new artistic director Raymond O. Caldwell. Three fresh, thought-provoking new plays, each of which touches on timely social and cultural issues, are set to follow the Fountain's currently running production of Alabaster.

Lifeline Theatre Presents The Midwest Premiere Of KID PRINCE AND PABLO
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 19, 2024

Lifeline Theatre will present the Midwest premiere of Kid Prince and Pablo, a hip-hop musical based on Mark Twain's story The Prince and the Pauper, January 3 - February 16 at Lifeline Theatre, 6912 N. Glenwood Ave.

Lifeline Theatre Announces New Producing Director Leadership Structure With 2024-25 Mainstage Season
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 4, 2024

Lifeline Theatre's Board of Directors has announced that it will launch a new ‘Producing Director' structure with the start of its 2024-25 MainStage season.  A Producing Director Team composed of artistic ensemble members Heather Currie, Elise Kauzlaric, Anthony Kayer, and Chris Vizurraga will provide creative and production oversight for the theatre and its four upcoming productions.

Lifeline Theatre Unveils 2024-2025 Season Featuring A KidSeries World Premiere & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 31, 2024

Lifeline Theatre has revealed its 2024-2025 season featuring a KidSeries world premiere, and more. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.

POTUS: Or, Behind Every Great Dumbass Are Seven Women Trying to Keep Him Alive Extended at Steppenwolf
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 15, 2023

 Steppenwolf Theatre Company will present a second extension of its wildly popular production of POTUS: Or, Behind Every Great Dumbass Are Seven Women Trying to Keep Him Alive, Selina Fillinger's outrageous farce, directed by Artistic Director Audrey Francis.

Interview: Steppenwolf Ensemble Member Sandra Marquez Talks POTUS
by Team BWW - Nov 13, 2023

Steppenwolf Theatre Company is currently presenting the Chicago premiere of Selina Fillinger’s outrageous farce POTUS: Or, Behind Every Great Dumbass Are Seven Women Trying to Keep Him Alive, a satirical, laugh-out-loud look at the women in charge of the man in charge, directed by Artistic Director Audrey Francis. One of the show's stars is Sandra Marquez, who plays Harriet, and she's telling us all about her experience in the new play!

Goodman Theatre's THE WHO'S TOMMY and More Take Home Equity Jeff Awards; Full List of Winners!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 3, 2023

At the 55th anniversary celebration of Equity theater excellence, the Jeff Awards recognized 46 award recipients selected from among 214 theater artist nominees. Find out who took home Equity Jeff Awards in the full list of winners here!

Milwaukee Repertory Theater to Present the World Premiere of PARENTAL ADVISORY: A BREAKBEAT PLAY
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 11, 2023

Milwaukee Rep, now celebrating its 70th Anniversary Season, will present the World Premiere of Parental Advisory: a breakbeat play by award-winning playwright Idris Goodwin (HBO’s Def Poetry Jam).

Goodman Theatre, Paramount Theatre & More Nominated for Equity Jeff Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 14, 2023

Discover the nominations for the 55th Anniversary Jeff Awards for Equity Theater! Find out who made the cut and get ready for the highly anticipated awards ceremony.

Cast Revealed For Teatro Vista's DREAM KING
by Stephi Wild - Apr 6, 2023

Teatro Vista, Chicago’s premier Latine theater, today announced the cast of upcoming silent musical THE DREAM KING, created by ensemble member Marvin Quijada and co-directed by ensemble member Sandra Marquez and Alice da Cunha. 

Teatro Vista Announces THE DREAM KING
by Stephi Wild - Mar 21, 2023

Teatro Vista, Chicago's premier Latine theatre, today announced key creatives and the on-sale of upcoming silent musical THE DREAM KING, written by ensemble member Marvin Quijada and co-directed by ensemble member Sandra Marquez and Alice da Cunha.

Teatro Vista Welcomes Five New Board Members
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 10, 2022

Teatro Vista has announced the appointment of five new board members, expanding support, oversight and important new visibility for Chicago’s only Equity-affiliated Latine theater company.

Teatro Vista's 2022-23 'Shadow Work' Season Will Include Debuts of Two World Premiere Live Shows and Two New Digital Works
by Stephi Wild - Aug 25, 2022

Chicago's leading Latine theater company, Teatro Vista, has announced its 2022-23 season, the second under Co-Artistic Directors Lorena Diaz and Wendy Mateo. 

DETECTIVE Q Takes Over Teatro Vista's Instagram With 10 Free Micro-Episodes
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 6, 2022

Teatro Vista’s new moving graphic novel, written and created by ensemble members Marvin Quijada and Gabriel Ruiz, is dropping 10 micro-episodes over five days this week, right now, exclusively on @teatrovista’s Instagram feed.

The World Premiere Of BRUISE & THORN Comes to A.R.T./New York Theatres in March
by Stephi Wild - Jan 31, 2022

Pipeline Theatre Company will present the world premiere of Bruise & Thorn by C. Julian Jiménez (Bundle of Sticks), formerly known as J. Julian Christopher, and directed by Jesse Jou (Say You Heard My Echo).

Teatro Vista's 2021-22 Season Theme 'Futurology,' Signals A New Future For Ensemble-Led Work
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 10, 2021

Chicago's leading Latinx theater company, Teatro Vista, announced plans today for its 2021-22 season, the first guided by new Co-Artistic Directors Lorena Diaz and Wendy Mateo.

Teatro Vista Launches Search For New Artistic Director
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 1, 2021

Teatro Vista, Chicago's largest professional Latinx theater company and one of the country's premier Latinx arts organizations, has launched a search for its next Artistic Director.