Category: Theater reviews

Theater review: ‘Hello, Dolly!’ at the Woodlawn Theatre

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Anna Gangai as Dolly Levi and Tim Hedgepeth as Horace Vandergelder in ‘Hello, Dolly!’ now playing at the Woodlawn Theatre. Photo: Woodlawn Theatre, used with permission. 

After a successful opening weekend, ‘Hello Dolly!’ continues at the Woodlawn Theatre for the long Labor Day weekend. It runs until Sunday September 16 with showtimes every Friday and Saturday at 7:30p.m. and Sunday at 3p.m. Tickets are on sale online or by calling the box office at (210) 267-8388. ‘Hello Dolly!’ is the blockbuster Broadway hit about Dolly Gallagher-Levi, a turn of the century matchmaker and “woman who arranges things.” As a service to the community, during this performance’s run, the Woodlawn Theatre will be accepting new hoodie donations for local teens on behalf of San Antonio Threads. There is a donation box in the lobby where guests can drop off new hoodies, sizes small  through extra-large for teen boys and girls during normal box office hours Tuesday through Friday from 2p.m. to 5.pm. and Saturdays from 11a.m. to 2p.m. or before any ‘Hello, Dolly!’ performance.

‘Hello, Dolly!’ is set in New York City at the turn of the last century and begins as the city is excited with Dolly’s visit to their fine city “Call On Dolly.” Dolly is a self-professed ‘meddler’ which includes matchmaking and other side jobs such as dance instruction and mandolin lessons. Currently, she is in the process of finding a wife for Horace Vandergelder, a grumpy but well-known half-a-millionaire but her intentions are to marry him herself. While in town, she meets Ambrose Kemper, a young artist who wants to marry Horace’s niece Ermengarde and enlists Dolly’s help to persuade Horace to give them his blessing. Together they travel to Yonkers, New York where Horace owns Vandergelder’s Hay and Feed. Horace has other intentions and he confesses to his two employees Cornelius and Barnaby that he is going to get married, “It Takes A Woman,” and plans to travel to New York City to march in the Fourteenth Street Association Parade and propose to the widow Irene Molloy, who owns a hat shop there. After an eventful trip that includes marching at the parade, dinner at a fancy restaurant and a polka competition, everyone finds a mate and Horace finally admits he needs Dolly in his life.

This musical is a Broadway classic and for good reason. It is filled with humor, romance, high-energy dancing and some of the greatest songs in musical theatre history. The costumes are gorgeous and reminiscent of the era and truthfully some of the best seen at the Woodlawn Theatre so far, especially the women’s hats. Show highlights include the hilarious shenanigans during “The Waiters’ Gallop” by Rudolph and the Waiters and of course the title song “Hello, Dolly!” by Dolly, Rudolph and Waiters which exudes elegance, style and old Hollywood-style dancing. The poignant moment comes during “It Only Takes a Moment” when Cornelius, Barnaby and Ambrose profess their love to their partners and Dolly convinces the judge that their only crime was being in love. The top-quality singing and dancing by the entire cast makes ‘Hello, Dolly!’ a must-see for the entire family and another winning classic performance at the Woodlawn Theatre.

Theater review: ‘The Wizard of Oz’ at the Woodlawn Theatre

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‘The Wizard of Oz’ is now playing at the Woodlawn Theatre through July 29. Photo courtesy of Woodlawn Theatre, used with permission.

There are just two weekends left to catch the family-friendly musical ‘The Wizard of Oz’ at the Woodlawn Theatre. It runs through Sunday July 29 with show times every Friday and Saturday at 7:30p.m. and Sunday at 3p.m. ‘The Wizard of Oz’ is the story of Dorothy Gale, who lives in Kansas and after being blown away by a twister, ends up in the magical world of Oz. Together with Scarecrow, Tin Man and Lion, she searches for her way home. Tickets are on sale online or by calling the box office at (210) 267-8388. Prices are $18 for students and children, $24 for seniors, military and first responders and $30 for adults. Groups of ten or more receive a 20% discount.

After the Overture, ‘The Wizard of Oz’ begins with Madeline Gutierrez’ poignant rendition of “Over the Rainbow” and the audience is introduced to Dorothy who wishes she could escape to a nicer place. When her mean neighbor Miss Gulch threatens to take her dog Toto away, she runs away and meets Professor Marvel “The Wonders of the World” and begs him to let her come along with him in his travels. They are interrupted when a twister hits and she runs back home for shelter but once inside the house, it gets blown away by the storm. It lands in Oz and flattens the Wicked Witch of the East and Dorothy is greeted by the Glinda, the Good Witch of the North and the Munchkins “Munchkinland.” Glinda tells Dorothy that the Wizard of Oz might be able to help her return home “Follow the Yellow Brick Road.” On her way to the Emerald City to speak with the Wizard, she meets the Scarecrow, who wants a brain, the Tin Man, who wants a heart and the Lion, who wants courage. Eventually the Wizard grants them their wish, which they had inside them all along and Glinda helps Dorothy return home via the ruby slippers.

‘The Wizard of Oz’ is a crowd pleaser as the humor and heart are well balanced and the combination of spectacular settings and quality performances by the cast makes this a show the entire family can enjoy together. Show highlights include Glinda’s grand entrance, the cast’s performance of “Follow The Yellow Brick Road” and “If I Only Had a Brain” by the Scarecrow, Dorothy and the Crows. Manny as Toto is a definite scene stealer, especially during a group scene at last Saturday’s performance when he chased the Lion’s tail. A special mention goes to Joshua Buce who plays the Lion and whose comic genius makes the role an uproarious delight to witness. He was recently seen as Lord Farquaad in ‘Shrek, the Musical,’ a similarly comic role for which he received an ATAC Globe Award.  This weekend, escape the heat and bring the kids to experience live theater at its best. This classic never goes out of style and is a must-see.

Theater review: ‘Mamma Mia!’ at The Public Theater

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Briane Green as Rosie in The Public Theater’s ‘Mamma Mia!’ Photo: Carrie Daniels, used with permission.

Now playing at The Public Theater of San Antonio is the smash hit musical ‘Mamma Mia!’ It runs until Sunday August 5 in the Russell Hill Rogers Theater and there are still a few more chances to experience this popular guilty pleasure firsthand. This jukebox musical uses popular ABBA songs to tell the story of Sophie who is searching for her father. Showtimes are Friday and Saturday at 7:30p.m. and Sunday at 2p.m. Tickets are going fast and available online or at the box office at (210) 733-7258 and are $35 for adults, $25 for military members with ID, $25 for seniors age 60 and older and $20 for students with ID. Groups of ten or more receive a special rate.

‘Mamma Mia!’ takes place on the fictional Greek island of Kalokairi where 20-year-old Sophie is making plans to marry her fiancé Sky. She wants her father to walk her down the aisle but she does not know who he is. When she discovers her mother’s old diary with details about the men she dated, she invites them to the wedding. The show begins with an overture, a montage of instrumental versions of ABBA songs. That leads to “Money, Money, Money” during which Sophie’s mom Donna and her two friends catch up on their lives. When the three possible fathers, Sam Harry and Bill, arrive on the day before the wedding, Donna is surprised to see them, “Mamma Mia,” and flees in tears. Eventually, Sky finds out what Sophie is up to and accuses her of wanting a wedding with the sole intent of finding her father.  Sam attempts to console her and gives her some fatherly advice on “Knowing Me, Knowing You.” On the big day of the wedding, Sophie and Sam agree not to marry and decide to take off together and see the world. Sam still loves Donna and proposes to her at the wedding and she accepts “I Do, I Do, I Do, I Do, I Do.”

Overall, ‘Mamma Mia!’ is a fun show full of laughter and music that die-hard ABBA fans will enjoy. With the general theme of female empowerment, it celebrates friendship and love and is a musical nostalgic trip down memory lane. Show highlights include “Mamma Mia” and the hilariously played “Take a Chance on Me” when Donna’s friend Rosie tries to connect with Bill. Jessi Little delivers a strong performance as Sophie but Briane Green steals the show as the infectiously funny Rosie. Even those who are not familiar with ABBA’s music will find the show’s infectious songs hard to resist and the story a treat in and of itself. The cast is big but they all work together flawlessly to make this show a must-see and perfect for a girl’s night out. After the curtain call, the audience gets treated to a mini concert.

Theater review: ‘Assassins’ at the Cellar Theater

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‘Assassins’ is now playing at the Cellar Theater through Sunday July 1. Photo courtesy of The Public Theater of San Antonio, used with permission.

Now playing through Sunday July 1 at The Public Theater of San Antonio’s Cellar Theatre is ‘Assassins’ and there are only four more chances to catch this intense and thought-provoking production. Upcoming showtimes are Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 7:30p.m. and Sunday at 2p.m. but all performances are sold out. With music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and book by John Weidman, it is based on an idea by Charles Gilbert, Jr. Directed by George Green, this controversial musical boldly transcends time as the assassins justify their actions with wit, humor and a sense of understanding.

The setting in ‘Assassins’ is an abandoned amusement park/carnival complete with shooting gallery signs and stuffed animals. A murderous carnival shooting gallery takes center stage and appropriately features men and women who have, successfully or not, attempted to assassinate Presidents of the United States. As they are introduced, the proprietor, as a solutions to their problems, entices them to “C’mere and shoot a President.” Once they are all gathered, “Hail to the Chief” signals Abraham Lincoln’s appearance offstage and John Wilkes Booth disappears and a shot rings out. The Balladeer, a personification of the American Dream, appears and begins to tell Booth’s story. Eventually, each assassin’s story, and the reasoning behind their intentions, is revealed. While the focus is on the individuals, there is a much deeper message and the bigger question remains about what draws a person to violence. (“Something Just Broke”) It ends as the assassins gather once more at the shooting range and after they load their guns, they open fire on the audience. (“Finale: Everybody’s Got the Right”)

Cast includes Chris Berry as John Wilkes Booth, Brendan Brady as Balladeer/Lee Harvey Oswald, Tyles Askins as The Proprietor, Brian Hodges as Charles Guiteau, Robby Vance as Leon Czolgosz, Jacob Crisp as Guiseppe Zangara, James R Welch as John Hinckley, Jeremy Whittington as Sam Byck, Rosa Gardner as Lynette “Squeaky” Fromme, Corina Zars as Sara Jane Moore and Erin Urick as Emma Goldman.

With few exceptions, like “Sweeney Todd,” musicals do not usually deal with murder and violence, but there is more to ‘Assassins’ than just gun violence. It is a disturbing look at how far some people are willing to go to achieve their own version of happiness, be it wealth, infamy or love. Chris Berry does an outstanding job bringing John Wilkes Booth to life and his presence onstage is commanding. Likewise, Rosa Gardner is excellent as Squeaky Fromme but Jeremy Whittington’s deranged portrayal of hijacker and attempted assassin Sam Byck, Santa Clause suit and all, brings the chilling factor up a notch. The lighting brilliantly changes to red when the scenes turn violent. The Cellar Theater is a small and intimate space and sometimes the action and volume can get overwhelming. Overall, ‘Assassins’ is a dark, often comedic look at crime, violence and conspiracies in America and is sure to open up a dialogue about the subject. Since it contains real people and real crimes, it is a must-see and appeals to fans of true crime stories. Due to adult themes and language, it is not suitable for all audience members

Theater review: ‘An American in Paris’ at the Majestic Theatre

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‘An American in Paris’ plays at the Majestic Theatre until Sunday June 17. Photo: Broadway in San Antonio, used with permission.

North Park Lexus Broadway in San Antonio closes the season at the Majestic Theatre with the fabulously entertaining ‘An American in Paris.’ Last night was opening night of the stage adaptation of the beloved classic film of the same name that tells the story of an American soldier, a mysterious French girl and an indomitable European city, each longing for a new beginning after World War II. It is now playing through Sunday June 17 and tickets start at $35. Next show times are 7:30p.m. Wednesday and Thursday, 8p.m. on Friday, 2p.m. and 8p.m. Saturday and 2p.m. and 7:30p.m. Sunday.

‘An American in Paris’ is set in 1945 Paris and begins as Adam Hochberg walks onto the stage, drinks a shot of liquor and sits at a lone piano onstage and tells the story of how his friend Jerry Mulligan came to Paris. In town after the liberation of France, US Army Lieutenant Jerry Mulligan sees a mysterious girl on the city streets (“Concerto in F”) and impulsively decides to stay to nurture his passion for painting. He meets Adam, a fellow veteran and pianist, at a café and they become friends. Henri Baurel, is the son of wealthy French industrialists and dreams of being an entertainer. The three of them bond over their shared interests and picture a brighter future (‘I Got Rhythm”) all the while falling for the same girl, Lise Dassin. In the end, Lise can only choose one, but Jerry, Adam and Henri agree that she changed their lives for the better. (“They Can’t Take That Away From Me”)

In true Hollywood musical style, ‘An American in Paris’ is a combination of dancing, romance, laughter and feel-good catchy songs. It features the music and lyrics of George and Ira Gershwin including songs like “I Got Rhythm,” “S Wonderful” and “The Man I Love” and orchestral music including “Concerto in F” and “An American In Paris.” McGee Maddox and Allison Walsh, as Jerry Mulligan and Allison Walsh, have the perfect chemistry to bring the story to life onstage and work well together with the rest of this talented cast. Show highlights include “I’ve Got Beginner’s Luck” when Jerry surprises Lise at work to convince her to meet with him, “Fidgety Feet” at one of the Baurel’s party and “I’ll Build a Stairway to Paradise” when Henri struts his stuff at a nightclub. Overall, this is a family-friendly production with gorgeous costumes, beautiful orchestral music and top-notch dancing, including ballet. Fans of the movie will appreciate this production, but it is not required viewing. It is a must-see nostalgic nod to classic musicals.

Theater review: ‘The Book of Mormon’ at the Majestic Theatre

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Audiences are loving ‘The Book of Mormon’ which runs through Sunday May 6 at the Majestic Theatre.  Photo: Broadway in San Antonio, used with permission.

The Tony Award winning ‘The Book of Mormon’ is back at the Majestic Theatre this week and there are still two chances of catching this production. This religious satire musical follows Mormon missionaries Elder Kevin Price and Elder Arnold Cunningham who are sent to Uganda for a two-year mission. It features book, music and lyrics by Trey Parker, Matt Stone and Robert Lopez. Stone and Parker are the creators of South Park and Lopez is one of the composers of Avenue Q. Next show times are Sunday May 6 at 2p.m. and 7:30p.m. Please be aware that it contains explicit language and adult themes.

‘The Book of Mormon’ starts off as the future missionaries are finishing up their training, “Hello!” and are paired off with their partners. Elder Kevin Price’s dream missionary destination is Orlando, but he ends up paired off with Elder Arnold Cunningham “Two By Two,” who is an insecure compulsive liar and sent to Uganda. Upon their arrival the villagers share their experiences of living with famine, poverty and AIDS, “Hasa Diga Eebowai.” Price and Cunningham try to teach them about the Book of Mormon, but they have trouble connecting with the natives because they are more concerned with everyday life than they are about religion. Eventually they meet the other missionaries who are stationed there but have been unable to convert anyone to Mormonism. When Elder Price backs off, Elder Cunningham mans up and ends up converting the village using his own version of the book he has never actually read.

Wednesday’s performance was well received by the audience and most were pleasantly surprised by the “definitely different” show. The laughter began early with the first scene and was constant throughout this irreverent but hilarious production. Kevin Clay and Conner Peirson bring the roles of Elder Price and Elder Cunningham brilliantly to life, but Holmes stands out as the naïve but lovable Cunningham. The highlights of the show include “Man Up” when Cunningham decides to stop being a follower and “Spooky Mormon Hell Dream” when Price dreams he is in hell with Jeffrey Dahmer and Hitler, among others. Despite the adult content and language, ‘The Book of Mormon’ delivers a tale overflowing with good intentions and heart and appeals to audiences not afraid to step outside of their comfort zone and have a good laugh.

Theater review: ‘Anything Goes’ at the Woodlawn Theatre

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Carla Sankey and Matthew Lieber star in ‘Anything Goes’ now playing at the Woodlawn Theatre through May 13. Photo: Woodlawn Theatre, used with permission.

Now playing at the Woodlawn Theatre is the musical comedy ‘Anything Goes’ about Billy Crocker, a stowaway aboard an ocean liner bound for London from New York. He is in love with heiress Hope Harcourt and with the help of his friends, he plots to win her over before she marries Lord Evelyn Oakleigh. The show runs through May 13 with show times every Friday and Saturday at 7:30p.m. and Sunday at 3p.m. ‘Anything Goes’ features songs and lyrics by Cole Porter, is directed by Christopher Rodriguez and stars Carla Sankey as lead Reno Sweeney. Tickets prices range from $18 to $30 and are available online, or by calling the box office at (210) 267-8388.

‘Anything Goes’ is set in 1934 aboard the ocean liner SS American and begins as Reno, a nightclub singer and an old friend of Billy Crocker’s, expresses her love for him in “I Get a Kick Out of You.” Billy, a young Wall Street broker goes to the dock to say farewell to his boss Elisha J Whitney who is on his way to London on business. When the sailors and guests board the ship, “Bon Voyage,” Billy sees Hope, a beautiful girl he met beforehand, and upon hearing that she will be on that same ship, he stows away hoping to win her heart. During “Easy to Love,” he declares his love for Hope who agrees with him but turns him away. Eventually, Billy wins her over and Reno and Lord Evelyn, Hope’s fiancée, end up together.

The combination of silly antics, comedy and first rate singing and dancing makes ‘Anything Goes’ a joy to experience. Carla Sankey is excellent as Reno Sweeney and Isidro Medina is a scene stealer as the haughty British Lord Evelyn Oakleigh, who desperately tries to fit in by unsuccessfully picking up American idioms. Show highlights include “I Get a Kick Out of You” when Reno makes her entrance and “It’s De-Lovely” when Billy and Hope share a beautiful and elegant dance number worthy of any classic Hollywood musical. It is refreshing to see such a classic production at the local level. Overall, this family friendly musical is charming and funny with spectacular musical numbers and it is a must see.

Theater review: ‘If/Then’ at The Public Theater of San Antonio

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‘If/Then’ is now playing at The Public Theater of San Antonio through Sunday April 8.

Now playing at The Public Theater of San Antonio in the Russell Hill Rogers Theater is the Tony Award winning musical ‘‘If/Then’.’ This musical tells the story of a 38-year-old woman named Elizabeth who moves back to New York City for a fresh start. With music by Tom Kitt and book and lyrics by Brian Yorkey, it is directed by Molly Cox. It stars Stephanie Genito as Elizabeth, Alyssa Lopez as Kate, Grant Bryan as Josh, Justin Keown as Stephen and Nicholas Ponting as Lucas. There are still three more chances to catch this production with show times on Friday, Saturday at 7:30p.m. and Sunday 2p.m. Tickets range from $20 to $35 and are available online and at the box office.

Disclaimer: This production may contain themes and content not suitable for all audience members.

Set in New York City, the audience is introduced to Elizabeth as she meets Kate, a kindergarten teacher and Lucas, a community organizer, in Madison Square Park. (What If?) As they get reacquainted, Kate suggests that Elizabeth start using the name “Liz” and seek out new experiences while Lucas suggests she go back to her college nickname “Beth” and start her professional life in the city. From there, the story splits in two as both possibilities take shape: Liz stays in the park with Kate while Beth leaves with Lucas and the rest of the show further explores these options.

The idea of parallel universes has long been debated among intellectual circles. ‘If/Then’ takes this topic and visually explores the many possible paths a person’s life can take. Not only is Elizabeth’s life impacted, but so are the lives of those around her, including Lucas and Kate. To help distinguish between the two characters, as Elizabeth, Jennifer wears glasses when she is playing Liz. Despite that, the storyline is hard to follow sometimes but overall it is an intriguing and poignant exploration of the ever elusive ‘What If’ question. Highlights include “You Don’t Need to Love Me” after Beth sleeps with Lucas and “Hey Kid” when Lucas is deciding if he should commit to David. The second act is darker as the group experiences several losses but at the end the story reset and ends in Madison Square Garden, where it all began. The cast works well together, and their vocal abilities make this an enjoyable production. Like ‘Rent,’ ‘If/Then’ centers around a group of young friends but it is also a deep look into the unpredictability of life.  It is recommended for audiences who appreciate more cerebral productions but because of its adult language and themes,  it may not be suitable for all audiences.

Theater review: ‘On Your Feet’ at the Majestic Theatre

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‘On Your Feet’ is playing at the Majestic Theatre through Sunday.

Looking for something to do this weekend? Now playing at the Majestic Theatre is the national tour of the hit musical ‘On Your Feet’ and there are still four chances to catch this show stopping production. Upcoming show times are 2p.m. and 8p.m. on Saturday and 2p.m. and 7:30 p.m. on Sunday. Tickets are available at the box office and through Ticketmaster and prices start at $35. ‘On Your Feet’ is based on the life story of seven-time Grammy winning international superstar Gloria Estefan and her husband, 19 Grammy winning producer-musician-entrepreneur Emilio Estefan. It stars Christie Prades as Gloria and Mauricio Martínez as Emilio.

Like all good rags-to-riches stories, ‘On Your Feet’ begins with a young Gloria and her family in Miami where they moved from Cuba after the revolution. Her family, especially her father, try to nurture and encourage her talent until eventually she meets a young Emilio who encourages her to audition for his band, the Miami Latin Boys. Despite achieving stardom in the Latin market, the band struggles to expand their audience and must rely on word of mouth to get their music the exposure needed for a successful crossover. The first act ends with “Conga,” their breakthrough song, as the cast leads a conga line through the audience. The second act gets serious as it chronicles the struggles that Gloria had to overcome after the near-fatal tour bus accident that nearly derailed her musical career. In the end, she manages to get back on the spotlight where she always belonged. It is all wrapped up with a party-like atmosphere filled with music, dancing and confetti.

Fans of Gloria Estefan and the Miami Sound Machine will enjoy the production since it is filled with hits including “1-2-3,” “Anything for You,” “Conga” and “Rhythm Is Gonna Get You.” Aside from that, it is a reminder of the American dream and that anything is possible with hard work and dedication. It is refreshing to see a mostly Hispanic cast depict the immigrant struggle onstage and the live orchestra brings the Cuban-inspired music to a broader audience. Show highlights include when the band must perform everything from bar mitzvahs to clubs to get their music heard and when Emilio stands up to his record producer when he tries to dissuade them from recording in English and tells him “this is what an American looks like.” It slows down towards the end, but overall, the lead actors have onstage chemistry and the cast works well together. It is a must-see show that appeals to audiences of all ages.

Theater review: ‘Bless Me, Ultima’ at The Classic Theatre

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‘Bless Me, Ultima’ is now playing at The Classic Theatre until March 11.  Photo: Siggi Ragnar, used with permission.

Now playing at The Classic Theatre is Rudolfo Anaya’s ‘Bless Me, Última’ and there are still a few chances to catch this iconic production. Show times are Friday and Saturday at 8p.m. and Sunday at 3p.m. and it runs until Sunday March 11, 2018. Tickets range from $17 to $32 and are available online or by calling the box office at (210) 589-8450. Rudolfo Anaya is an American author who is considered one of the founders of contemporary Chicano literature. His novel ‘Bless Me, Última.’ is the coming of age story of Antonio Márez y Luna and his mentorship under his curandera and protector, Última. It is directed by José Rubén De León and stars Carlos Alvarado as the Narrator, Andrew Treviño as Tony and Marisa Varela as Última.

‘Bless Me, Última’ is set in post-World War II New Mexico in the small town of Guadalupe. It starts off as the narrator, a grown Tony, recounts a childhood memory surrounding Narciso, the town drunk. Narciso is a war veteran and word around town is that he suffers from PTSD, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. As a child, he witnesses as Tenorio, the local bar owner, and his friends, chase Narciso and eventually corner him by the river and kill him in cold blood. This experience not only scars him but sets off a series of events that will lead him to question everything he thought he knew about family, religion and the world around him.

When the family welcomes Última, a folk healer, into their home, she and Tony develop a friendship. She sees something in Tony that compels her to share her trade with him as she guides him through the tough times when he is torn between family loyalty and following his heart. Even though the family loves and respects her, some of the townsfolk demonize her and call her a witch. When the owl that protects her is shot and killed, Última dies, but not before a heart-broken Tony asks for her blessing.

Like the novel, the play is in English and Spanish and contains a few Spanish curse words. Because of De León’s superb directing, Spanish fluency is not necessary to enjoy a play whose universal themes of family, faith, mysticism, mortality and nature transcends language. It is refreshing to see an all Latin cast and crew bring ‘Bless Me, Última’ to the San Antonio stage where its diverse audience can appreciate its multiculturalism and indigenous traditions. Andrew Treviño and Marisa Varela work well together as Tony and Última and Carlos Alvarado delivers authenticity and vulnerability as narrator/present day Tony. The intimate setting of The Classic Theatre gives audiences a front-row seat to Tony’s journey and makes this a must-see show.

The Classic Theatre of San Antonio
1924 Fredericksburg Rd
San Antonio, TX 78201
(210) 589-8450