Touring Shows
in Schools

This play tells the story of a Mexican-American girl and a calavera (skeleton) who teaches her the beauty of the Mexican Day of the Dead tradition. Inspired by the engravings of Jose Guadalupe Posada, this performance utilizes masks, movement, physical comedy, and projections of visual art.

For grades 1 through 12. Available year-round.

• Available for both in-person and virtual performances

This bilingual play tells the story of Mexican poetess Sor Juana Inés de la Cruz, who lived in Mexico during the 1600s when women were discouraged from reading and writing. Through perseverance, Sor Juana overcame many obstacles to become the most celebrated poet in Mexico’s history. Highly imaginative, using movement, puppets, and audience interaction, Juana Inés: The Child Who Loved To Read is an excellent example to children of all ages.

Available year-round.

• Available for both in-person and virtual performances
• Available also for Spanish-only performances
• Matinee available at the Latino Cultural Center

(October 9, 2023 @ 10:30 am) (November 29-30 @10:30 am)

Based on Social Studies objectives for Texas History, students learn about the roles of Spain, France, Mexico, the Republic of Texas, the Confederacy, and the United States in the story of Texas.

For grades 3-12. Available year-round.

• Available for both in-person and virtual performances
• Matinee at the Latino Cultural Center

(December 5-6 @ 10:30 am)

Cara Mía Theatre entertains with the smallest mask in the world – the red clown nose! Through physical comedy and highly theatrical sketches, students are acquainted with a classical form of theater – the clown!

For grades pre-K through 12. Available year-round.

• Available for both in-person and virtual play
• Matinee available at the Latino Cultural Center

(October 12 @ 10:30 am) (December 8 @ 10:30 am – 1: 00 pm)

A bilingual storytelling performance that uncovers the mythology and culture of the ancient Maya. Utilizing masks and original music, this show meets TEKS objectives in Theater Arts, Music, History, and Cultural Heritage.

For grades 1-6. Available year-round.

• Available for both in-person and virtual play
• Matinee available at the Latino Cultural Center

(October 9 @ 10:30 am) (December 7 @ 10:30am – 1:pm)

Ursula tells the journey of Nadia, a 7-year-old, separated from her mother after seeking asylum at the US-Mexico border. As Nadia waits for her asylum to be processed, she reflects on the difficulties she is leaving behind in Honduras and her new reality. This moving play uses puppets, music, and movement to take audiences into Nadia’s mind as she tries to make sense of everything happening around her.

For grades 7-12. Available year-round.

• Available for both in-person and virtual play