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On April 22, Real Women Have Curves: The Musical brought together a notable assembly of Latina actresses in support of its upcoming premiere. In attendance were Eva Longoria, Sofia Vergara, Ana Navarro, Gina Torres, Roselyn Sánchez, Jeanine Mason, Lisa Vidal, Gloria Calderon Kellett, Elsa Collins, and other dignitaries who took to the stage during the curtain call to express their admiration and congratulations to the cast and creative team for this poignant and relevant musical adaptation. View photos and videos from the event here!
The night featured an engaging post-show discussion that highlighted the musical’s thematic depth. Acclaimed Grammy Award winner Gloria Estefan engaged in a conversation with Joy Huerta, a Grammy-winning co-composer and member of the celebrated duo Jesse & Joy. They shared their insights on innovating pop music for the Broadway stage and emphasized the critical importance of sharing women’s narratives in performance art. The dialogue was expertly moderated by MSNBC Anchor Alicia Menendez.
Real Women Have Curves is set to perform at the James Earl Jones Theatre, with its official opening night scheduled for April 27.
This delightful musical, a continuation of the story first seen in Josefina López’s play and the renowned film adaptation, presents a humorous yet sincere exploration of shared human experiences. Set in the summer of 1987, viewers follow Ana Garcia, whose aspirations take a back seat as her family faces a crucial challenge: producing 200 dresses. This scenario thrusts Ana into a struggle between her personal dreams and familial expectations, underscoring the complex dynamics within a community of women striving to succeed.
The cast includes Broadway newcomer Tatianna Córdoba as Ana, alongside Justina Machado as Carmen, Ana’s determined mother, and a strong ensemble featuring Florencia Cuenca, Shelby Acosta, Carla Jimenez, and others in significant roles. The show aims to bring fresh talent to the Broadway scene while honoring established names within the industry.
Fronted by Tony and Olivier Award-winning director and choreographer Sergio Trujillo, the musical showcases a score by Grammy Award-winning artist Joy Huerta and composer Benjamin Velez. The book is penned by Lisa Loomer with contributions from Nell Benjamin. Other creative talents include music direction by Roberto Sinha and scenic design by Arnulfo Maldonado, with costumes designed by Wilberth Gonzalez and Tony Award winner Paloma Young. Lighting, sound, video, and hair design are all brought to life by an accomplished team of Tony Award winners, promising a visually stunning production.
As anticipation builds for Real Women Have Curves: The Musical, audiences are invited to experience a piece that not only entertains but also resonates with vital themes of empowerment and resilience.
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