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In her sixth year of law school, Cristela is finally on the brink of landing her first big (unpaid) internship at a prestigious law firm. The only problem is that her pursuit of success is more ambitious than her traditional Mexican-American family thinks is appropriate.



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SF Sketchfest Unveils Lineup for 2024 Comedy Festival Featuring More Than 200 Shows Photo SF Sketchfest Unveils Lineup for 2024 Comedy Festival Featuring More Than 200 Shows
by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 17, 2023

SF Sketchfest has revealed the initial lineup for the 2024 Comedy Festival in San Francisco. Tickets go on sale on November 19....


BWW Interview: ALMA's Cheryl Umaña's Simply Beaming On Playing Her Dream Role Photo BWW Interview: ALMA's Cheryl Umaña's Simply Beaming On Playing Her Dream Role
by Gil Kaan - March 10, 2022

Playwright Benjamin Benne’s Alma (already in previews) will world premiere March 13, 2022, at Center Theatre Group's Kirk Douglas Theatre, produced in cooperation with American Blues Theater. Juliette Carrillo directs Cheryl Umaña in the title role with Sabrina Fest as her daughter Angel. I had the...


BWW Feature: Lyric Theatre returns to the stage with two outdoor cabarets Photo BWW Feature: Lyric Theatre returns to the stage with two outdoor cabarets
by Adrienne Proctor - September 10, 2020

Lyric Theatre of Oklahoma returns after a pandemic-related hiatus to offer up two gorgeous productions full of music and fun! The Moonlight Cabaret features many of the most venerated and loved OKC professional theatre perfromers and directors, and the Kids Clubhouse Cabaret will fill the daytime pe...


Initial Line Up Announced For 2019 San Francisco Comedy Festival, Tickets On Sale Thi Photo Initial Line Up Announced For 2019 San Francisco Comedy Festival, Tickets On Sale This Sunday
by A.A. Cristi - November 16, 2018

SF Sketchfest presented by Audible announces the initial line up for the 18th annual San Francisco Comedy Festival January 10-27, 2019, featuring top comedic talent performing in venues across the city. Audiences can expect another outstanding year of programming and fun as SF Sketchfest will host m...


World Premiere of HOW TO MAKE AN AMERICAN SON Starring Cristela Alonzo to be Presente Photo World Premiere of HOW TO MAKE AN AMERICAN SON Starring Cristela Alonzo to be Presented at Arizona Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 18, 2022

Arizona Theatre Company's final production of the 54th season, written by ATC Artistic Associate, christopher oscar peña, is a coming-of-age comedy about a father and son who are living two different versions of the American dream, and how they navigate the difficult realities surrounding citizenshi...


Director Robyn Cohen To Helm THE ELEPHANT MAN at El Portal Photo Director Robyn Cohen To Helm THE ELEPHANT MAN at El Portal
by Julie Musbach - January 21, 2019

Co-Producers Tom Vitorino and Alice L. Walker (Thursday Night Theater Club), have signed acclaimed director/actor, Robyn Cohen for The Elephant Man by Bernard Pomerance at The El Portal Theatre MainStage.  Both Vitorino and Walker are thrilled to have Robyn Cohen at the helm directing their cast of ...


H3nry Thr!ll & Bridge Barrera Release 'The One' Photo H3nry Thr!ll & Bridge Barrera Release 'The One'
by Sarah Jae Leiber - February 12, 2021

On a roll from a 2020 packed with a deluge of single releases, a growing army of fans and support from the likes of Don Diablo, Anna Lunoe, Alesso, Oliver Heldens, BIJOU and Spotify's official 'Nasty Bits' playlist selectors, young US producer H3nry Thr!ll keeps up the momentum with dreamy new singl...


Gracie Theatre Honors Those Who Served With Half-Price Tickets On Veterans Day Photo Gracie Theatre Honors Those Who Served With Half-Price Tickets On Veterans Day
by A.A. Cristi - November 04, 2021

Popular Portland, Maine comedian Karen Morgan returns to Husson University's Gracie Theatre on Thursday, November 11, 2021 at 7 p.m. along with Tara Brown, for a night of fun, family-friendly comedy. ...


Comedienne Roseanne Barr, Motown Supergroup The Temptations And Soft Rock Duo Air Sup Photo Comedienne Roseanne Barr, Motown Supergroup The Temptations And Soft Rock Duo Air Supply Perform At The Orleans In May
by A.A. Cristi - April 10, 2018

The Orleans will bring top comedy and musical acts to The Orleans Showroom and Bourbon Street Lounge in May, featuring performances by Emmy Award-winning comedy star Roseanne Barr, legendary Motown group The Temptations, Australian soft rock duo Air Supply and more....


Review: Lyric Theatre's Summer Series returns with MATILDA: THE MUSICAL Photo Review: Lyric Theatre's Summer Series returns with MATILDA: THE MUSICAL
by Adrienne Proctor - June 22, 2022

MATILDA is a funny, irreverent story about a special young girl. Gifted with imagination and the ability to teach herself complex subjects, Matilda appeals to anyone who has the fighting spirit. Roald Dahl's beloved children's novel was adapted for the stage by Dennis Kelly, with songs by Tim Minch...


Jeremy Jordan, Tituss Burgess  & More Set for Scottsdale Center's 2024–25 Season Photo Jeremy Jordan, Tituss Burgess  & More Set for Scottsdale Center's 2024–25 Season
by A.A. Cristi - August 01, 2024

Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts reveals its 2024–25 season lineup, offering a diverse array of concerts and performances catering to various tastes from eclectic to traditional....


Starz to Present #THATSHARASSMENT Primetime Special 1/26 Photo Starz to Present #THATSHARASSMENT Primetime Special 1/26
by Caryn Robbins - January 23, 2018

Tune in for the #THATSHARASSMENT series of short films in conjunction with the Ad Council, actor and producer David Schwimmer, writer and director Sigal Avin, the Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN) and the National Women's Law Center...


KAABOO Del Mar Releases Daily Schedules for Sept 14-16th Event Photo KAABOO Del Mar Releases Daily Schedules for Sept 14-16th Event
by Tori Hartshorn - July 15, 2019

KAABOO Del Mar is pleased to announce the daily entertainment lineup for its 5th annual event. Featuring equal parts world-class music, household names in comedy, contemporary art, gourmet cuisine, craft libations, and personal indulgences, the highly-amenitized festival is conveniently located at t...


Gabriel Iglesias Returns to Australia With DON'T WORRY BE FLUFFY Tour Photo Gabriel Iglesias Returns to Australia With DON'T WORRY BE FLUFFY Tour
by Stephi Wild - July 06, 2023

Superstar comedian Gabriel Iglesias will return to Australia for the first time in four years with his brand new highly acclaimed show Don’t Worry Be Fluffy.  He will be performing nationally including a headlining appearance at the Just For Laughs Sydney Comedy Festival....


Heather McMahan Announces Debut At Encore Theater At Wynn Las Vegas With One-Night-On Photo Heather McMahan Announces Debut At Encore Theater At Wynn Las Vegas With One-Night-Only Show, August 19
by A.A. Cristi - April 04, 2023

Comedian, actress, and host, Heather McMahan, has announced her debut at Encore Theater at Wynn Las Vegas on Saturday, August 19, 2023. McMahan will bring her wit and southern flair with Heather McMahan: The Comeback Tour to the intimate venue for one night only. Tickets for the show go on sale to t...


The Soraya Presents CONCIERTO PARA DOLORES: A MUSICAL TRIBUTE TO DOLORES HUERTA  Photo The Soraya Presents CONCIERTO PARA DOLORES: A MUSICAL TRIBUTE TO DOLORES HUERTA 
by A.A. Cristi - October 24, 2022

Si, se puede. Three words that inspired a movement and  defined the legacy of civil rights icon and American living legend Dolores Huerta. On Sunday,  Nov 13 at 7pm, the Younes and Soraya Center for the Performing Arts will honor her with  Concierto para Dolores: A Musical Tribute to Dolores Huerta,...


Fiesta en la Plaza Returns to Celebrate Latinx Heritage Month in the City of Boston Photo Fiesta en la Plaza Returns to Celebrate Latinx Heritage Month in the City of Boston
by Stephi Wild - August 07, 2024

Fiesta en la Plaza will return to City Hall Plaza this September to offer a diverse lineup of free, festive cultural events as part of the City of Boston's celebration of Latinx Heritage Month, announced Ágora Cultural Architects....


City of Boston Celebrates Latinx Heritage Month with FIESTA IN THE PLAZA Photo City of Boston Celebrates Latinx Heritage Month with FIESTA IN THE PLAZA
by A.A. Cristi - August 28, 2023

The City of Boston announced the celebration of Latino Heritage Month with Fiesta en la Plaza, a diverse program of cultural activities that will take place over four weekends in the renovated City Hall Plaza. ...


Ray Romano To Host International Myeloma Foundation Comedy Celebration Photo Ray Romano To Host International Myeloma Foundation Comedy Celebration
by A.A. Cristi - September 10, 2018

The International Myeloma Foundation (IMF), the first and largest myeloma-specific foundation in the world, announced today the all-star lineup for the IMF 12th Annual Comedy Celebration taking place on Saturday, November 3 at The Wilshire Ebell Theatre....


Lin Manuel Miranda, Rita Moreno, & More to Be Honored at Critics Choice's Celebration Photo Lin Manuel Miranda, Rita Moreno, & More to Be Honored at Critics Choice's Celebration of Latino Cinema
by A.A. Cristi - November 30, 2021

Lin-Manuel Miranda, Rita Moreno, Olga Merediz, Gloria Estefan and more will be honored by Critics Choice at the 2021 Celebration of Latino Cinema!...


Comedy Central to Live Stream 24 Hours of Stand-Up Content on Youtube Photo Comedy Central to Live Stream 24 Hours of Stand-Up Content on Youtube
by Kaitlin Milligan - October 16, 2019

Comedy Central is opening its deep vault of half-hour stand-up specials for a 24-hour live stream event on the #1 brand in comedy's Stand-Up channel on YouTube that will cover specials curated from the past two decades. The live stream will include performances from some of the biggest names in come...


Comedian Gabriel 'Fluffy' Iglesias Adds Second Show at Ovens Auditorium Photo Comedian Gabriel 'Fluffy' Iglesias Adds Second Show at Ovens Auditorium
by Julie Musbach - February 02, 2018

Ovens Auditorium will host stand-up comedian Gabriel 'Fluffy' Iglesias for the One Show Fits All World Tour on Sunday, Feb. 25 at 6 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. Tickets for the first show are sold out. Tickets for the second show can be purchased online at Ticketmaster.com, by phone at 800-745-3000, at all Ti...


The Den Theatre to Present Comedian Cristela Alonzo in September Photo The Den Theatre to Present Comedian Cristela Alonzo in September
by Chloe Rabinowitz - August 30, 2022

The Den Theatre will present comedian Cristela Alonzo for three stand-up performances September 29 – 30, 2022 on The Heath Mainstage....


David Schwimmer Partners with Mayor's Office of Media and Entertainment to Spread #Th Photo David Schwimmer Partners with Mayor's Office of Media and Entertainment to Spread #ThatsHarassment PSA Throughout NYC
by Macon Prickett - January 29, 2018

The New York Mayor's Office of Media and Entertainment Commissioner Julie Menin today announced that #ThatsHarassment, the innovative and impactful video campaign conceived by actor and producer David Schwimmer and director Sigal Avin, will run on City-owned media properties Taxi TV and NYC Media fo...


The Club At Studio K to Return to the Kennedy Center Photo The Club At Studio K to Return to the Kennedy Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 16, 2021

The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts announced the relaunch of the Club at Studio K, a cabaret-style lounge concept offering world-class arts and culture in an up-close-and-personal setting. Located in the REACH, the Club will offer performances Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays from F...






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