by Marco Antonio Rodríguez
Directed by Timothy J. Amrhein
Many believe the bulk of the Dominican American experience in New York City lies in Washington Heights, but in the unexpected corners of now gentrified upper mid-town are remnants of what once was: Lucecita Ortensia Cruz is one of only a handful of Dominican immigrants that stubbornly remains in this neighborhood.
A sudden death in the family forces her son, Julio César, to return to the City after a five year self-imposed absence. In the course of two nights they attempt to rekindle the love and appreciation for each other and their Dominican roots. But hidden secrets are unexpectedly revealed and threaten to destroy an already thin bond.
Muchos creen que la mayor parte de la experiencia dominicana se encuentra en la ciudad de NuevaYork en Washington Heights, pero aun queda una huella de lo que antes fue en las equinas distinguidas del upper mid-town. Lucecita Ortensia Cruz es una de las pocas personas de los muchos inmigrantes dominicanas que aun viven en el barrio.
Una muerte inesperada entre la familia causa que al disgusto de Julio César, el hijo de Luzecita, regrese a la cuidad después de su ausencia de cinco años. Después de su llegada, Lucecita y Julio tratan de renovar el amor entre los dos y de sus raíces, pero unos secretos salen a la luz y amenazan destruir la relación entre ellos.
Under the direction of Professor Timothy J. Amrhein, this production will feature the evocative set designs of David T. Jones, built by York College students under the direction of CLT Garth Belcon. It also features the vivid lighting of guest designer, Daniel Winter. CLT, Jessica Pecharsky, member of Actor’s Equity Association, rounds off the list as production/stage manager and choreographer.
The cast of LA LUZ DE UN CIGARRILLO features a cast of 4 talented students: Francis Madi, Daniel Anthony Hidalgo, Fior Peralta and Katherine Rodriguez.
Performances in English begin October 26 at 4PM, and continue running on October 27 at 2PM; and October 30 at 12noon. Performances in Spanish begin October 27 at 8PM; October 28 at 3pm; and conclude November 1 at 12noon.
Come meet the playwright, Marco Antonio Rodriguez, on October 26 and October 27 immediately following the performance.
All performances will take place in the intimate, 156-seat York College Little Theatre in the Performing Arts Center (94-45 Guy R. Brewer Blvd., Jamaica, NY 11451).
]]>by Marco Antonio Rodríguez
Directed by Timothy J. Amrhein
Many believe the bulk of the Dominican American experience in New York City lies in Washington Heights, but in the unexpected corners of now gentrified upper mid-town are remnants of what once was: Lucecita Ortensia Cruz is one of only a handful of Dominican immigrants that stubbornly remains in this neighborhood.
A sudden death in the family forces her son, Julio César, to return to the City after a five year self-imposed absence. In the course of two nights they attempt to rekindle the love and appreciation for each other and their Dominican roots. But hidden secrets are unexpectedly revealed and threaten to destroy an already thin bond.
Muchos creen que la mayor parte de la experiencia dominicana se encuentra en la ciudad de NuevaYork en Washington Heights, pero aun queda una huella de lo que antes fue en las equinas distinguidas del upper mid-town. Lucecita Ortensia Cruz es una de las pocas personas de los muchos inmigrantes dominicanas que aun viven en el barrio.
Una muerte inesperada entre la familia causa que al disgusto de Julio César, el hijo de Luzecita, regrese a la cuidad después de su ausencia de cinco años. Después de su llegada, Lucecita y Julio tratan de renovar el amor entre los dos y de sus raíces, pero unos secretos salen a la luz y amenazan destruir la relación entre ellos.
Under the direction of Professor Timothy J. Amrhein, this production will feature the evocative set designs of David T. Jones, built by York College students under the direction of CLT Garth Belcon. It also features the vivid lighting of guest designer, Daniel Winter. CLT, Jessica Pecharsky, member of Actor’s Equity Association, rounds off the list as production/stage manager and choreographer.
The cast of LA LUZ DE UN CIGARRILLO features a cast of 4 talented students: Francis Madi, Daniel Anthony Hidalgo, Fior Peralta and Katherine Rodriguez.
Performances in English begin October 26 at 4PM, and continue running on October 27 at 2PM; and October 30 at 12noon. Performances in Spanish begin October 27 at 8PM; October 28 at 3pm; and conclude November 1 at 12noon.
Come meet the playwright, Marco Antonio Rodriguez, on October 26 and October 27 immediately following the performance.
All performances will take place in the intimate, 156-seat York College Little Theatre in the Performing Arts Center (94-45 Guy R. Brewer Blvd., Jamaica, NY 11451).
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PhD Research Associate Professor Department of Pharmacology Weill College of Medicine
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