Provocative Latino Stories on Stage

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If you are looking for some of the most cutting-edge and provocative Latino theatre in the country Teatro Vista...Theatre With A View has it all.

Teatro Vista's upcoming 2006/07 theatre season will give theatre-lovers productions packed with powerhouse performances by ensemble members. Artistic Director Edward. F. Torres says, "We are extremely excited to bring you some of the most provocative and edgy Latino writers in the U.S. with plays that will keep you on the edge of your seat. From a new twist on a classic, to a unique point of view on war and an adult fairy-tale that offers hard lessons on life and politics. Join us for one of the most exciting season as Teatro Vista continues growing as one of the leading theatre companies in Chicago!"

Our season kicks off with the Midwest Premiere of Another Part of the House by Migdalia Cruz directed by resident director Cecilie Keenan opening September 19th at the Chopin Theatre. This fiercely provocative play takes a twist on a Lorca classic and takes the audience to the part of the house no one dares go to revealing a darkness permeating of repressed sexuality and danger. Featuring Teatro Vista ensemble members Charin Alvarez, Laura Crotte, Sandra Marquez and Juan Villa with Julia Neary, Rachel Cerda, Tanya Saracho, Lily Mojekwu and Ilana Faust.

The second is a co-production with Rivendell Theatre Ensemble, the Midwest Premiere of Elliot (A Soldier's Fugue) by Quiara Alegria Hudes directed by new resident director Lisa Portes opens November 10th at the Steppenwolf Garage Theatre. The production is part of Steppenwolf Theatre's Visiting Company Initiative, which provide opportunity for other theatre companies to present work in one of their theatres. The play traces the legacy of war through three-generations of a Puerto Rican family, as seen through a woman's lens. Featuring Teatro Vista ensemble members Edward F. Torres, Artistic Director, Juan Villa, Gustavo Mellado and Rivendell's Artistic Director, Tara Mallen.

The third production is a World Premiere and opens April of 2007, Massacre (Sing To Your Children) by Jose Rivera directed by Chuck Smith is presented in association with the Goodman Theatre - Owen. The play is about the shattered tranquility of a small New England town when seven people get together to plot a neighbor's death. Featured Teatro Vista ensemble members to TBA.

Teatro Vista...Theatre With A View is firmly committed to sharing and celebrating the riches of Latino culture with all Chicago theatre audiences. Tickets for Another Part of the House are now on sale by calling 312-494-5767 or for more information log onto www.teatrovista.org.