Luchadora! is a family-friendly theatrical adventure by Alvaro Saar Rios that reimagines the legend of Mulan through the world of Mexican wrestling. When a worn pink mask resurfaces, Nana Lupita recalls her teenage years in 1960s Texas, where she secretly dreamed of the lucha libre ring and ultimately trained in secret to defend her ailing father's honor in a high-stakes match. The production is directed by Marilet Martinez and features a cast including Stephanie Román, Dena Martinez, Jessie Villaseñor, Robert Ramirez, Edella Oroz Westerfield, Joey Adanalian, Noah Esquivel, and Edwin Blanco. The show explores themes of love, identity, and courage through heart, humor, and high-flying heroics.
Cast and Creative Team for Luchadora! at Marian Theatre
Cast
Stephanie Román
Vanessa/ Lupita
Dena Martinez
Nana Lupita
Jessie Villaseñor
Mask Maker/Ringer Announcer
Robert Ramirez
Father
Edella Oroz Westerfield
Liesl/ Hannah
Joey Adanalian
Leo/ Newspaper Boy #2/ Green Luchador
Noah Esquivel
El Hijo/ Blue Luchador
Edwin Blanco
Boy/ Newspaper Boy #1
Creative Team
Marilet Martinez
Director
Caroline Rein
Costume Designer
Keith Rice
Lighting Designer
Josafath Reynoso
Scenic Designer
David R. Molina
Composer & Sound Designer
Noah Esquivel
Fight Director
Rebekah Carriere
Stage Manager
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