22nd Original Community Theatre Musical with special guest Rupert Reyes

Our 22nd original Musical - Mas Que Pantalones - is inspired by the life of Luisa Capetillo - Labor Union leader, activist, writer, anarchist, and spiritist - who tirelessly defended the rights of women and poor agricultural workers. Despite her important contributions in the early 20th century as a passionate Labor Movement leader, she is most popularly remembered as the 1st woman in Puerto Rico to wear pants.

Based in oral and documented history, this historical fiction is written by Tekina-eiru in English, Spanish, and Taino. It is set in the mid-1970s and circa 1917 and honors early 20th century female Union leaders who fought for the rights of women and laborers and opened the doors to feminism in Puerto Rico! Traditions inherited from our Boricua Taino ancestors are also included!

We are excited that this year's annual mainstage production includes special guest Rupert Reyes, celebrated Latino playwright, actor, director, producer and co-founder of Teatro Vivo, a bilingual theater in Austin, Texas. Our play will combine original live music, dance, community theater, and Cocobale - STICKS & MACHETE FIGHTING - to bring history to life! It will feature original Jibaro, Bomba, Plena, and Taino music written by Tekina-eiru.

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