Photos: MEXODUS Celebrates Opening Night at The Daryl Roth Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 12, 2026
MEXODUS, the new musical written and performed by Brian Quijada and Nygel D. Robinson, celebrated its reopening night March 10 at the Daryl Roth Theatre. Due to demand, the production has been extended through June 14. Check out photos of the opening night celebration.
Exclusive: MEXODUS Returns Off-Broadway as Audible Brings the Live-Looping Sensation to Life in Stereo
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 10, 2026
Brian Quijada and Nygel D. Robinson discuss the return of MEXODUS to the New York stage and the musical’s growing audience following Lin-Manuel Miranda’s visit during its Minetta Lane run. The creators also share insights from the recording studio as the live-looping production is adapted for an Audible release. The feature includes exclusive behind-the-scenes reporting and an exclusive audio clip from the upcoming recording.
Review: SOMEWHERE OVER THE BORDER at Cygnet Theatre
by ErinMarie Reiter - Feb 24, 2026
“Somewhere Over the Border,” now playing at Cygnet Theatre through March 15, wraps that hope in music, metaphor, and a road-trip structure in a production that is charming and colorful on its surface, but anchored by performances strong enough to carry its deeper weight.
Video: Cygnet Theatre's SOMEWHERE OVER THE BORDER
by Joshua Wright - Feb 17, 2026
Get a first look at Cygnet Theatre's Somewhere Over the Border by playwright Brian Quijada. This heartfelt, uplifting musical, directed and choreographed by Carlos Mendoza, runs from February 18 - March 15 in The Joseph Clayes III Theater.
Interview: Carlos Mendoza on bringing SOMEWHERE OVER THE BORDER to life at Cygnet Theatre
by Lucia Serrano - Feb 10, 2026
Cygnet Theatre’s Somewhere Over the Border is a bold, musical journey that blends magical realism with a vibrant Latin American soundtrack, from cumbia to hip hop to boleros, created by playwright Brian Quijada (Off-Broadway’s Mexodus). At the helm is director and choreographer Carlos Mendoza, also the Education & Outreach Director at Cygnet Theatre, whose personal connection to the story infuses the production with heart and authenticity. In this interview, Mendoza shares what drew him to the show, how he brought its world to life on stage, and why this story resonates with audiences today. The production runs from February 18 through March 15 in The Joseph Clayes III Theater at Cygnet Theatre.
MEXODUS Will Be the First Musical Featured at SXSW 2026
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 9, 2026
Audible will return to SXSW for 2026. This year, Audible’s SXSW programming features narrative non-fiction, stand-up comedy, and more. Programming will include “Mexodus: A Musical Journey Across Borders,” featuring the live-looping hip-hop musical.
Winners Announced For The 2025 BroadwayWorld Off-Broadway Awards
by BWW Awards - Jan 20, 2026
Winners have been announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Off-Broadway Awards! The 2025 Awards honor regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025.