Mess and his trusty sidekick Chiflado took in some local theatre at the Esperanza Center last night. We went to see ‘Miss America: A Mexicanito Fairy’s Tale.’ On the surface we see Chuy watching the Miss America Pageant and wanting to be Miss America representing his home state of Texas. But through his Fairy Godmother and friends and family he learns there is more to life than Miss America. The important thing is one’s roots as he listens to them as they make him realize how proud it is to be Mexicano.
I was very impressed with the focus on the Mexican history brought out in this play. The incomparable Erica Andrews ( pictured above) stars as the Fairy Godmother and all the females in the play. The costume changes were quick and nothing was wasted. There is a lot of humor and parts of the play are in Spanish, but easy to understand. This play has a short run but comes highly recommended by Chiflado.
Miss America is written by local author Jesus Alonzo, who is also in the cast as the father. Kudos to the rest of the talented cast especially Jaime Gonzalez as Chuy who had to play against Erica.
Miss America is written by local author Jesus Alonzo, who is also in the cast as the father. Kudos to the rest of the talented cast especially Jaime Gonzalez as Chuy who had to play against Erica.
Saw this the other night and it is absolutely fabulous! Yes, I was a Mexicanito that grew up watching not only the Miss America Pageant, but Miss USA, Miss Universe, and for a campy treat Miss Venezuela. Do yourself a favour and go see this before it's gone.
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