Current Programs
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Touring Fall 2010 to Spring 2011... The Adventures of Juan Written by Amparo Garcia-Crow Appropriate for Pre-Kindergarten to Elementary School Audiences This puppet show tells the story of a young boy who is ashamed of his Chicano heritage. One day, while watching over his grandmother's corn, he embarks on a journey to save the community garden with mythical figures from North and Central America, like Paul Bunyan and Quetzalcoatl. With the help of these figures, he learns a greater appreciation for his culture. Manzi Written by José Cruz González Appropriate for Elementary to Middle School Audiences This play is a musical theater piece that explores the childhood of Latino icon and activist Cesar Chavez through the eyes of his older sister, Rita. Manzi recounts the hardships that young Cesar faced and how these injustices shaped the man that would later cofound the United Farm Workers (UFW). Doña Rosita's Jalapeño Kitchen Written by Rodrigo Duarte Clark Appropriate for Middle School to College Audiences Doña Rosita's Jalapeño Kitchen tells the story of an older Mexican woman facing pressure from developers and members of the community to sell her restaurant off to make way for a new shopping mall. As she prepares to close her doors, she reminisces about her restaurant and its customers, which leads her to question her initial decision to sign away her business. Doña Rosita has received exceptional recognition from both critics and audiences. Help Wanted This one-act play tells the story of impoverished immigrants who came to Minnesota to seek a better life and to help their family in Mexico. Three actors playing multiple roles present scenes depicting life in Mexico, a dangerous border crossing, unionizing efforts, detention by the INS, and demonstrations in support of the hotel workers. This satirical piece demonstrates the plight of workers whose labor is needed in Minnesota, but who risk harsh treatment and inequities when trying to fill this need. The original production is loosely based upon real events that took place in Minnesota surrounding the Albino sisters and their experiences. The stories of the sisters were transcribed through interviews with Dennis Valdez and other members of Teatro Latino of Minneapolis. The script has recently been updated to reflect the ever-changing immigrant experiences in the United States. Teachers can't say enough about Help Wanted! Learn why this is our most popular touring piece: “Last night's performance was definitely very informative and thought-provoking." -Susan Blancoigles “The work that Teatro does is so vital and so engaging. My students had a great time, and we continued a discussion of the issues raised once we returned to class." -Ebony Adams
Theater Residencies Facilitated by our trained artists, Teatro institutes a series of Theater Residencies at local schools and Spanish Immersion schools designed to involve students in theater. An excellent program for strengthening arts in the schools as well as individual creativity and communication in students. All programs have been built to fit MN curriculum standards. Also - Coming in February 2011...
Matinee dates TBA At Gremlin Theater, 2400 University Ave W, St Paul In English with some Spanish In the true tradition of Latin American theatre, Teatro del Pueblo collaborates with Pangea World Theater to bring Minnesota the biggest, brightest and best Political Theatre Festival yet! This year's Festival includes nationally and internationally acclaimed artists, new plays from around the world and all new interactive theatre that explores social justice and identity politics in the Latino community. For more information on our Political Theater Festival and other Artistic Programs, please visit our Artistic Programs site.
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