NEWS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
August 20, 2024
Latino Theater Company reprises acclaimed
Chicano–noir satire ‘Whittier Boulevard’
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WHAT:
Latino Theater Company brings back Whittier Boulevard, the critically acclaimed, ensemble-devised “Chicano Noir” satire that employs the company’s trademark blend of comedy, drama, music, dance and theatrical magic to explore ageism — and the divine that exists within us all. It’s Los Angeles in 2042, and years of fires, torrential rain, anarchy and bloodshed have led to a totalitarian city-state where the elderly disappear, their stories forgotten. When authorities make a surprise visit to the home of faded Chicana starlet Veronica Del Rio on the eve of her 75th birthday, she enlists the help of her loudmouth nurse, a kindhearted policeman-fan, and a down-on-his-luck poet. Will Veronica disappear and be forgotten before she finds true love?
“STAGE RAW TOP 10… a fable-like tale with elements of magical realism, character-driven humor, and an absurdism steeped in the savory flavors of Latino culture…. RECOMMENDED.” —Stage Raw
“EXCEPTIONAL… equal parts terrifying and hilarious… RECOMMENDED.” — LA Theatre Bites
“A TRIUMPH… Sly satire and dry humor infused with a mysterious film noir vibe.” — Arts Beat LA
“VISUALLY STUNNING… a fascinating play with notes of Chicano Noir, Latinx Futurism, magic realism, and a cunning infusion of glamour from the Golden Age of Mexican Cinema.” — Glamgical
“FUN… Latino Theatre Company deploys its “Chicano Noir” lens and the resulting drama pokes fun at itself while trying to weigh the moment we’re passing through.” — 89.3 FM KCRW
“GREAT GOOD HUMOR… dramatic stagecraft, multimedia effects [heighten] the mix of comedy and dark satire.” — Hollywood Progressive
“EXCELLENT… amusing, and thought-provoking… wonderful effects.” — It’s Not About Me
“A FUN-FILLED evening of theatre… a visual feast.” — Joe Straw blogspot
WHO:
• Created by Evelina Fernández, Sal López, Geoffrey Rivas, Lucy Rodriguez and José Luis Valenzuela
• Directed by Jose Luis Valenzuela
• Starring Evelina Fernández, Zilah Mendoza, Geoffrey Rivas, Eduardo Robledo
• Produced by Latino Theater Company
WHEN:
Previews: Sept. 12 and Sept. 13
Performances: Sept. 14 – Oct. 20
(dark Oct. 3 through Oct. 6)
• Thursday at 8 p.m.: Sept. 12 (preview), Sept. 19, Sept. 26; Oct. 10, Oct. 17 (dark Oct. 3)
• Fridays at 8 p.m. Sept. 13 (preview), Sept. 20, Sept. 27; Oct. 11, Oct. 18 (dark Oct. 4)
• Saturday at 2 p.m.: Sept. 21 ONLY (family matinee / child care provided)
• Saturdays at 8 p.m.: Sept. 14 (Opening Night), Sept. 21, Sept. 28; Oct. 12, Oct. 19 (dark Oct. 5)
• Sundays at 4 p.m.: Sept. 15, 22, 29; Oct. 13, 20 (dark Oct. 6)
WHERE:
The Los Angeles Theatre Center
514 S. Spring Street
Los Angeles CA 90013
PARKING:
• $8 with box office validation at Los Angeles Garage Associate Parking structure, 545 S. Main St., Los Angeles, CA 90013 (between 5th and 6th Streets, just behind the theater)
• Metered parking available on streets surrounding the theater.
• Take the Metro: nearest stop is Pershing Square (two blocks west of The LATC)
TICKET PRICES:
$10-$48 (except opening night)
• Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays (except opening night, Sept. 14): $38
• Students, Seniors, Veterans and LAUSD teachers: $20 with valid ID
• All Thursday night performances and previews: $10
• Opening night (Sept. 14): $75 (includes post-performance reception)
HOW:
www.latinotheaterco.org
(213) 489-0994
