See photos of 'Real Women Have Curves' on Broadway
The musical adaptation of the 1990 play by Josefina López tells a coming-of-age story about a teenager choosing between her dreams and her family's.
Aquí está tu primer vistazo — here's your first look — at Real Women Have Curves on Broadway at the James Earl Jones Theatre!
Adapted from Josefina López's 1990 play and the 2002 HBO film starring America Ferrera, and featuring songs from Latin Grammy Award winner Joy Huerta and Benjamin Velez, Real Women Have Curves is a joyous coming-of-age story set in Los Angeles. There, ambitious teenager Ana must choose between pursuing her own dreams of college and a career in New York City or staying with her immigrant family and working at their dress factory.
The cast includes Tatianna Córdoba as Ana Garcia, Justina Machado as Carmen Garcia, Florencia Cuenca as Estela, Shelby Acosta as Prima Flaca, Carla Jimenez as Pancha, Aline Mayagoitia as Itzel, Mason Reeves as Henry, Jennifer Sánchez as Rosalí, Sandra Valls as Prima Fulvia, and Mauricio Mendoza as Raúl.
Take a sneak peek into the world of Real Women Have Curves below, and then consigue tus entradas — get your tickets!
Photo credit: Real Women Have Curves on Broadway. (Photos by Julieta Cervantes)
Frequently asked questions
How do you book tickets for Real Women Have Curves?
Book tickets for Real Women Have Curves on New York Theatre Guide.
Where is Real Women Have Curves playing?
Real Women Have Curves is playing at James Earl Jones Theatre. The theatre is located at 138 West 48th Street, New York, 10036.
What's the age requirement for Real Women Have Curves?
The recommended age for Real Women Have Curves is Ages 12+. Children under 4 years old will not be admitted..
How long is Real Women Have Curves?
The running time of Real Women Have Curves is 2hr 10min. Incl. 15min intermission.
What is Real Women Have Curves about?
It’s the summer of 1987, and Ana Garcia dreams of flying away from East Los Angeles. But when a major order comes in for her family’s garment business, plans don’t exactly fall into place. This is a joyous and uplifting Tony Award-nominated musical based on Josefina López's play and the 2002 film.
What are the songs in Real Women Have Curves?
A few samples of tracks have already been released, and audiences can expect soaring ballads, ensemble numbers featuring the Garcia family, and a strong throughline of Latin music that speaks to the characters’ cultural background.
Is Real Women Have Curves good?
This is a new musical making its Broadway debut, but out-of-town reviews were glowing, including from The Boston Globe and that city’s radio station, WBUR.
Is Real Women Have Curves appropriate for kids?
This musical is for ages 12 and up.
Who wrote Real Women Have Curves?
Lisa Loomer wrote the book based on the play by Josefina López and screenplay by López and George LaVoo. Joy Huerta and Benjamin Velez wrote the songs.
Who directed Real Women Have Curves?
Tony Award winner Sergio Trujillo (On Your Feet, Memphis, Ain't Too Proud) directs and choreographs this Broadway premiere.
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