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In her sixth year of law school, Cristela is finally on the brink of landing her first big (unpaid) internship at a prestigious law firm. The only problem is that her pursuit of success is more ambitious than her traditional Mexican-American family thinks is appropriate.



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H3nry Thr!ll & Bridge Barrera Release 'The One' Photo H3nry Thr!ll & Bridge Barrera Release 'The One'
by Sarah Jae Leiber - February 12, 2021

On a roll from a 2020 packed with a deluge of single releases, a growing army of fans and support from the likes of Don Diablo, Anna Lunoe, Alesso, Oliver Heldens, BIJOU and Spotify's official 'Nasty Bits' playlist selectors, young US producer H3nry Thr!ll keeps up the momentum with dreamy new singl...


World Premiere of HOW TO MAKE AN AMERICAN SON Starring Cristela Alonzo to be Presente Photo World Premiere of HOW TO MAKE AN AMERICAN SON Starring Cristela Alonzo to be Presented at Arizona Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 18, 2022

Arizona Theatre Company's final production of the 54th season, written by ATC Artistic Associate, christopher oscar peña, is a coming-of-age comedy about a father and son who are living two different versions of the American dream, and how they navigate the difficult realities surrounding citizenshi...


BWW Feature: Lyric Theatre returns to the stage with two outdoor cabarets Photo BWW Feature: Lyric Theatre returns to the stage with two outdoor cabarets
by Adrienne Proctor - September 10, 2020

Lyric Theatre of Oklahoma returns after a pandemic-related hiatus to offer up two gorgeous productions full of music and fun! The Moonlight Cabaret features many of the most venerated and loved OKC professional theatre perfromers and directors, and the Kids Clubhouse Cabaret will fill the daytime pe...


Comedienne Roseanne Barr, Motown Supergroup The Temptations And Soft Rock Duo Air Sup Photo Comedienne Roseanne Barr, Motown Supergroup The Temptations And Soft Rock Duo Air Supply Perform At The Orleans In May
by A.A. Cristi - April 10, 2018

The Orleans will bring top comedy and musical acts to The Orleans Showroom and Bourbon Street Lounge in May, featuring performances by Emmy Award-winning comedy star Roseanne Barr, legendary Motown group The Temptations, Australian soft rock duo Air Supply and more....


Review: Lyric Theatre's Summer Series returns with MATILDA: THE MUSICAL Photo Review: Lyric Theatre's Summer Series returns with MATILDA: THE MUSICAL
by Adrienne Proctor - June 22, 2022

MATILDA is a funny, irreverent story about a special young girl. Gifted with imagination and the ability to teach herself complex subjects, Matilda appeals to anyone who has the fighting spirit. Roald Dahl's beloved children's novel was adapted for the stage by Dennis Kelly, with songs by Tim Minch...


KAABOO Del Mar Releases Daily Schedules for Sept 14-16th Event Photo KAABOO Del Mar Releases Daily Schedules for Sept 14-16th Event
by Tori Hartshorn - July 15, 2019

KAABOO Del Mar is pleased to announce the daily entertainment lineup for its 5th annual event. Featuring equal parts world-class music, household names in comedy, contemporary art, gourmet cuisine, craft libations, and personal indulgences, the highly-amenitized festival is conveniently located at t...


Heather McMahan Announces Debut At Encore Theater At Wynn Las Vegas With One-Night-On Photo Heather McMahan Announces Debut At Encore Theater At Wynn Las Vegas With One-Night-Only Show, August 19
by A.A. Cristi - April 04, 2023

Comedian, actress, and host, Heather McMahan, has announced her debut at Encore Theater at Wynn Las Vegas on Saturday, August 19, 2023. McMahan will bring her wit and southern flair with Heather McMahan: The Comeback Tour to the intimate venue for one night only. Tickets for the show go on sale to t...


Fiesta en la Plaza Returns to Celebrate Latinx Heritage Month in the City of Boston Photo Fiesta en la Plaza Returns to Celebrate Latinx Heritage Month in the City of Boston
by Stephi Wild - August 07, 2024

Fiesta en la Plaza will return to City Hall Plaza this September to offer a diverse lineup of free, festive cultural events as part of the City of Boston's celebration of Latinx Heritage Month, announced Ágora Cultural Architects....


City of Boston Celebrates Latinx Heritage Month with FIESTA IN THE PLAZA Photo City of Boston Celebrates Latinx Heritage Month with FIESTA IN THE PLAZA
by A.A. Cristi - August 28, 2023

The City of Boston announced the celebration of Latino Heritage Month with Fiesta en la Plaza, a diverse program of cultural activities that will take place over four weekends in the renovated City Hall Plaza. ...


Lin Manuel Miranda, Rita Moreno, & More to Be Honored at Critics Choice's Celebration Photo Lin Manuel Miranda, Rita Moreno, & More to Be Honored at Critics Choice's Celebration of Latino Cinema
by A.A. Cristi - November 30, 2021

Lin-Manuel Miranda, Rita Moreno, Olga Merediz, Gloria Estefan and more will be honored by Critics Choice at the 2021 Celebration of Latino Cinema!...


Comedian Gabriel 'Fluffy' Iglesias Adds Second Show at Ovens Auditorium Photo Comedian Gabriel 'Fluffy' Iglesias Adds Second Show at Ovens Auditorium
by Julie Musbach - February 02, 2018

Ovens Auditorium will host stand-up comedian Gabriel 'Fluffy' Iglesias for the One Show Fits All World Tour on Sunday, Feb. 25 at 6 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. Tickets for the first show are sold out. Tickets for the second show can be purchased online at Ticketmaster.com, by phone at 800-745-3000, at all Ti...


David Schwimmer Partners with Mayor's Office of Media and Entertainment to Spread #Th Photo David Schwimmer Partners with Mayor's Office of Media and Entertainment to Spread #ThatsHarassment PSA Throughout NYC
by Macon Prickett - January 29, 2018

The New York Mayor's Office of Media and Entertainment Commissioner Julie Menin today announced that #ThatsHarassment, the innovative and impactful video campaign conceived by actor and producer David Schwimmer and director Sigal Avin, will run on City-owned media properties Taxi TV and NYC Media fo...


The CW Presents 3rd ANNUAL HOWIE MANDEL STAND-UP GALA, Today Photo The CW Presents 3rd ANNUAL HOWIE MANDEL STAND-UP GALA, Today
by BWW News Desk - January 10, 2018

Featuring stand-up performances from comedians including Cedric the Entertainer, Cristela Alonzo, Ron Funches, and more, it will premiere Today, January 10, 8:00-9:30 pm ET/PT on The CW....


Lyric Theatre Programming Shifts To Myriad Botanical Gardens Photo Lyric Theatre Programming Shifts To Myriad Botanical Gardens
by A.A. Cristi - September 02, 2020

Lyric Theatre of Oklahoma will return to the live stage this month with programming planned at downtown's Myriad Botanical Gardens Water Stage. ...


Andrew Leeds Joins ZOEY'S EXTRAORDINARY PLAYLIST Cast Photo Andrew Leeds Joins ZOEY'S EXTRAORDINARY PLAYLIST Cast
by Kaitlin Milligan - May 23, 2019

Andrew Leeds will have a recurring role on the NBC musical drama series Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist, according to Deadline....


Magnet Theater Announces Lineup For 10th Annual New York Musical Improv Festival Photo Magnet Theater Announces Lineup For 10th Annual New York Musical Improv Festival
by A.A. Cristi - September 26, 2018

Magnet Theater presents The Tenth Annual New York Musical Improv Festival from October 18-21, 2018 at 254 W. 29th Street, ground floor (between 7th and 8th Avenues), NYC. Most tickets are $5-$15 and feature performances by two to four different musical improv acts per show. Festival Workshops are al...


Patrick Page to Star in KING LEAR at Shakespeare Theatre Company Photo Patrick Page to Star in KING LEAR at Shakespeare Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 21, 2022

Shakespeare Theatre Company has announced the cast and creative team for the upcoming production of King Lear. STC favorite Patrick Page will star as the titular king. See who else is in the cast, how to purchase tickets, and more!...


Jim Gaffigan's National Tour Comes To LaughFest Photo Jim Gaffigan's National Tour Comes To LaughFest
by Stephi Wild - October 21, 2019

Gilda's LaughFest, the nation's first ever community-wide festival of laughter and Outback Presents today announced that Jim Gaffigan will bring his a?oeThe Pale Tourista?? tour to Van Andel Arena in Grand Rapids. Gaffigan will open the 10th year of Gilda's LaughFest on March 5 at 8 p.m. at Van And...


Lineup Announced for the 18th Annual San Francisco Comedy Festival Photo Lineup Announced for the 18th Annual San Francisco Comedy Festival
by Kaitlin Milligan - November 19, 2018

SF Sketchfest presented by Audible announces the initial line up for the 18th annual San Francisco Comedy Festival January 10-27, 2019, featuring top comedic talent performing in venues across the city. Audiences can expect another outstanding year of programming and fun as SF Sketchfest will host m...


Gabriel Iglesias Brings DON'T WORRY BE FLUFFY Tour To UBS Arena This April Photo Gabriel Iglesias Brings DON'T WORRY BE FLUFFY Tour To UBS Arena This April
by A.A. Cristi - October 21, 2024

Gabriel 'Fluffy' Iglesias has announced his 'Don't Worry Be Fluffy' tour stop at UBS Arena in Belmont Park on April 5....


Netflix Orders Three New Projects from Comedy Powerhouse Gabriel 'Fluffy' Iglesias Photo Netflix Orders Three New Projects from Comedy Powerhouse Gabriel 'Fluffy' Iglesias
by Tori Hartshorn - April 26, 2018

Gabriel 'Fluffy' Iglesias is giving viewers three times the laughs in three new, upcoming Netflix projects, including a multi-cam comedy series and two stand-up comedy specials....


Afro-Latinx Artists to Discuss Boston's Artistic Landscape in a Panel This Month Photo Afro-Latinx Artists to Discuss Boston's Artistic Landscape in a Panel This Month
by Stephi Wild - October 05, 2023

The perspectives, challenges, and opportunities of Afro-Latino artists residing in Boston will be the topic during a conversation that will take place on October 14 as part of the closing activities of Fiesta en la Plaza and Latinx Heritage Month. Learn more about the event and find out how you can ...


NETFLIX IS A JOKE FEST Heads to Los Angeles This April Photo NETFLIX IS A JOKE FEST Heads to Los Angeles This April
by Kaitlin Milligan - March 02, 2020

Netflix Is A Joke, Netflix's comedy brand, is throwing a week-long comedy festival, Netflix Is A Joke Fest. Produced by Netflix in association with Live Nation, the star-studded celebration of comedy will take over Los Angeles April 27th - May 3rd and feature live stand-up shows, special events and ...


World Premiere of HOW TO MAKE AN AMERICAN SON Starring Cristela Alonzo to be Presente Photo World Premiere of HOW TO MAKE AN AMERICAN SON Starring Cristela Alonzo to be Presented at Arizona Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 18, 2022

Arizona Theatre Company's final production of the 54th season, written by ATC Artistic Associate, christopher oscar peña, is a coming-of-age comedy about a father and son who are living two different versions of the American dream, and how they navigate the difficult realities surrounding citizenshi...


The Den Theatre Presents Comedian Cristela Alonzo on the Heath Mainstage in September Photo The Den Theatre Presents Comedian Cristela Alonzo on the Heath Mainstage in September
by Stephi Wild - July 14, 2022

The Den Theatre has announced comedian Cristela Alonzo for three stand-up performances September 29 – 30, 2022 on The Heath Mainstage, 1331 N. Milwaukee Ave. in Chicago's Wicker Park neighborhood. ...






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