Carmela Full of Wishes

adapted by Alvaro Saar Rios from the book by Matt de la Peña, illustrated by Christian Robinson

at Children’s Theater Company

¡Feliz cumpleaños! It’s Carmela’s birthday, and she’s finally old enough to tag along with her big brother while he runs errands. Join them as they pass by the fenced-off repair shop, the busy bus stop, and Miss Maria’s verdulería. Outside the laundromat, Carmela picks a dandelion and makes several birthday wishes: that she gets a candy machine, a big fancy bed for Mamí like the ones at the hotel where she works, and most importantly, that Papí will be able to come back home soon. When a sudden accident crushes her dandelion before she can make her biggest wish, can her brother help Carmela believe in the power of wishes once again?

Assistant Director: Jess Yates

Scenic Design: Regina Garcia

Lighting Design: Paul Whitaker

Costume Design: Shahrzad Mazaheri

Sound Design & Composition: Victor Zupanc, Asst. Enzo La Hoz Calassara

Stage Management: Izzy Patt

Assistant Stage Management: Cortney Gilliam

Featuring:

Veronica Albee,

Luca La Hoz Calassara,

Nora Montañez,

Pedro R. Bayón,