Not sure when I'll be going, but I definitely want to see this:
Teatro Luna announces the world premiere of The Maria Chronicles, the third new play written and developed by the all female ensemble. The Maria Chronicles follows the old adage “Truth is stranger than fiction,”—especially when you’re a Latina trying to make a living as an actress in Chicago. Based on the real-life experiences of nine Latina actresses, The Maria Chronicles offers a cheeky look at the entertainment industry from a Latina point-of-view. From casting directors whose idea that an authentic Latino accent is inspired by the Taco Bell dog to the pressures of living up to Jennifer Lopez’s derrière, The Maria Chronicles balances a funny look at casting, commercials, and auditions with a poignant perspective on the truth behind the stereotypes.
More info, along with ticket information and show times and dates, at the link.
Basically, weekends through November 23rd. I'd like to think even I'm not enough of a space cadet to miss the thing with an entire month to go, but have learned never to underestimate my suckiness.
I wish I could go with you. Is this by the same woman who wrote Real Women Have Curves?
Oh well, suppose I could go to the Halloween performance, in my costume as dateless loser guy.
Doesn't look like it's by Josefina Lopez. But I've also learned never to underestimate my ignorance.
Hola chicas y chicos! This is Tanya from Teatro Luna, one of the writers of The Maria Chronicles. Josefina Lopez did not write our show (although it's a serendipidous week cuz we have been talking about producing her play, RWHC) The play is a riot if I say so myself...we do this piece about JLo that's really funny, followed by "Piece of Ass" that's about our Latina butts. But we couple it with pretty serious and timely stuff like "Iraqui Woman" about the relevancy of art in the time of war, or "Pelo Bueno Pelo Malo" about racism within the Latino community when it comes to the texture of the hair. Come out and see it. Sundays are $5. Espero verlos por ahi!
Tanya