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Author: Veronica Conran

July 16, 2020July 16, 2020Uncategorized

Mask Alive! Summer 2020

Zarco Guerrero’s: Mask Alive! Presented by Borderlands Theater Final LIVESTREAM PERFORMANCE Followed by special Q&A afterward with Zarco and host, Veronica Conran Wednesday, July […]

Borderlands Theater in 90 seconds

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Donation link in bio! IMPACT FRIDAYS - Every othe Donation link in bio!

IMPACT FRIDAYS - Every other Friday we'll share a real story of how Borderlands Theater is transforming the lives of youth, families, and the vibrant communities of Tucson.
We want to keep making that impact - but we can't do it without you. Your donations are the heartbeat of this work.
Be a part of the story. Help us keep it going.
Claudia's Family by Julieta Gonzalez is coming to Claudia's Family by Julieta Gonzalez is coming to you October 30th! Rehearsals have officially begun and the team is hard at work to bring you an amazing show! Tickets are on sale now at the link in bio ✨
& our season pass giveaway WINNER 🏆 is... We w & our season pass giveaway WINNER 🏆 is...

We will be reaching out to you within the next couple of days to claim your tickets! Congratulations and thank you all for supporting innovative theater 🥳🎉🎭
Claudia's Family by Julieta Gonzalez follows a fam Claudia's Family by Julieta Gonzalez follows a family whose life is turned upside down when two of their family members are drafted into World War ll. The play explores the changes that war has had on this particular family's values and relationships. 

In honor of our upcoming production, we would like to hear from War Veterans, or family and friends of a War veteran. We'd like to know...

How has War changed the trajectory of your (or a friend or family members) life?

Email your stories and photos to Lilianna@Borderlandstheater.org for a chance to win 2 tickets to see Claudia's Family and to be featured in a new series on our page!
Barrio Stars Middle School Camp will be October 6t Barrio Stars Middle School Camp will be October 6th-10th! Sign your student up NOW 🎭⭐️
Today in history marks the end of WW2. We honor ou Today in history marks the end of WW2. We honor our troops and our country in the best way we know how, through our art! Come see Claudia's family by Julieta Gonzalez at the @scoundrelandscamp October 30th-November 16th. Tickets on sale now! 🎖🪖
Season 39 Individual show tickets are now on sale Season 39 Individual show tickets are now on sale at the link in our bio! 🎟️

First up: Claudia's Family by Julieta Gonzalez 🪖🎖️

Which show are you most excited for this season?
Donate at: https://tinyurl.com/2s425wp5 IMPACT FR Donate at: https://tinyurl.com/2s425wp5

IMPACT FRIDAYS - Every other Friday we'll share a real story of how Borderlands Theater is transforming the lives of youth, families, and the vibrant communities of Tucson. 

We want to keep making that impact - but we can't do it without you. Your donations are the heartbeat of this work. 

Be a part of the story. Help us keep it going.
You're officially invited to the event of the seas You're officially invited to the event of the season - Noche de Borderlands, a glamorous gala and fundraising celebration for Borderlands, teatro de la frontera! ✨

The Community Foundation for Southern Arizona
Courtyard & Stage
Saturday, September 27 | 6:30 PM Drinks, 7PM
Dinner

$65 per person | Table for 8 - $500

Why support us:
✨we're creating art that reflects and uplifts nuestra gente.
✨we're growing the next generation of youth performers.
✨we're raising funds for our programming - and we want you to be part of the story.
What to expect:
Live Music - big sounds, local talent Incredible Food - by Little Mexico!

Fundraising Countdown - live from the floor
The Vibe - think Tucson's own Tony Awards

A room full of changemakers, dreamers, and the people who ve Kept Borderlands alive for 40 years 

Reserve Your Seat at the Table!
Tables are perfect for your crew, your business, your tías and comadres.

Sponsorships available! Help us reach our goal and support our programming.

Contact Jonathan to sponsor a table. (jonathan@borderlandstheater.org )

Dress to impress. Show up ready to celebrate ✨
We are so excited to announce the crew of Claudia' We are so excited to announce the crew of Claudia's Family by Julieta Gonzalez 🪖🎖️
We're so excited to announce the cast of Claudia's We're so excited to announce the cast of Claudia's Family by Julieta Gonzalez 🪖🎖️
Need a little something to take the edge off? Get Need a little something to take the edge off? Get a season pass to our upcoming 39th production season! Enjoy discounted rates, preferrered seating & stories that crack open the heart and light up the stage!

get your season pass at the link in our bio or at the link below!

https://www.tix.com/ticket-sales/borderlandstheater/
7772/event/1427919

Purchase your season pass & enjoy premium reserved seating, early access to tickets & discounted pricing
GENERAL SEASON PASS: $120
STUDENT/THEATER PROFESSIONAL PASS: $104
You're officially invited to the event of the seas You're officially invited to the event of the season - Noche de Borderlands, a glamorous gala and fundraising celebration for Borderlands, teatro de la frontera!✨

The Community Foundation for Southern Arizona Courtyard & Stage 📍
Saturday, September 27 | 6:30 PM Drinks, 7PM Dinner

$65 per person | Table for 8 - $500

Why support us:
✨we're creating art that reflects and uplifts nuestra gente. 
✨we're growing the next generation of youth performers. 
✨we're raising funds for our programming - and we want you to be part of the story.

What to expect:
Live Music - big sounds, local talent 
Incredible Food - by Little Mexico!
Fundraising Countdown - live from the floor 
The Vibe - think Tucson's own Tony Awards

A room full of changemakers, dreamers, and the people who've kept Borderlands alive for 40 years.

Reserve Your Seat at the Table!
Tables are perfect for your crew, your business, your tías and comadres.

Sponsorships available! Help us reach our goal and support our programming.

Contact Jonathan to sponsor a table. (jonathan@borderlandstheater.org )

Dress to impress. Show up ready to celebrate ✨
We are looking for volunteers for our upcoming 39t We are looking for volunteers for our upcoming 39th Season Gala Event! ✨

Click the link to see how you can help! 

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B44A5A823A7F8CE9-58043419-39th#/
We’re honored Borderlands Theater’s work to re We’re honored Borderlands Theater’s work to reduce crime and gun violence in Tucson is making headlines! 🌟 You can be part of this groundbreaking work:
🎭 Buy a season pass and experience our powerful shows
💜 Or make a donation to keep community-centered storytelling alive

Season pass: https://www.tix.com/ticket-sales/borderlandstheater/7772/event/1427919

Donate: https://tinyurl.com/2s425wp5
Donate at the link in bio ⛓️‍💥 IMPACT FR Donate at the link in bio ⛓️‍💥

IMPACT FRIDAYS - Every other Friday we'll share a real story of how Borderlands Theater is transforming the lives of youth, families, and the vibrant communities of Tucson. 

We want to keep making that impact - but we can't do it without you. Your donations are the heartbeat of this work. 
Be a part of the story. Help us keep it going.
✨ GIVEAWAY ALERT ✨ We are giving a lucky WINN ✨ GIVEAWAY ALERT ✨

We are giving a lucky WINNER 2 Season passes for our HIGHLY anticipated 39th season! YOU & a guest will experience ALL 3 of our upcoming productions ( valued at $240 ) COMPLETELY FREE 🆓🎉

HOW TO JOIN: 

✨ FOLLOW @borderlandstheater 

✨ LIKE THIS POST!

✨ COMMENT "Season 39" & TAG 2 FRIENDS! 

Must be a Tucson local (or able to commute) to enter! Entries will close September 9th, 2025 at 7pm! The winner will be announced September 10th, 2025 🏆 Winner will be chosen at random!

GOOD LUCK & thank YOU for supporting innovative theater 🎭✨

#artisvital #borderlandstheater #tucsonnonprofits #tucsontheatre #giveaway
A Theatrical Gala Under the Tucson Stars ✨ The A Theatrical Gala Under the Tucson Stars ✨ 

The Community Foundation for Southern Arizona Courtyard & Stage
Saturday, September 27 | 6:30 PM Drinks, 7PM Dinner
$65 per person | Table for 8 — $500

You’re officially invited to the event of the season — Noche de Borderlands, a glamorous gala and fundraising celebration for Borderlands, teatro de la frontera!

Why support us:
✨ we’re creating art that reflects and uplifts nuestra gente.
✨we’re growing the next generation of youth performers.
✨we’re raising funds for our programming — and we want you to be part of the story.

What to expect:
Live Music – big sounds, local talent
Incredible Food – by Little Mexico!
Fundraising Countdown – live from the floor
The Vibe – think Tucson’s own Tony Awards
A room full of changemakers, dreamers, and the people who’ve kept Borderlands alive for 40 years.

Reserve Your Seat at the Table
Tables are perfect for your crew, your business, your tías and comadres.
Sponsorships are available for those who want to show up and stand out — and help us reach our goal to give Tucson theater the future it deserves.

Contact Jonathan to sponsor a table. 
( jonathan@borderlandstheater.org )

Dress to impress. Show up ready to celebrate and support!

Comment GALA ✨ below for a direct link to tickets in your inbox 📨 

#tucsonnonprofit #donorevent #tucsongala
WE ARE CASTING FOR ANITA: THE MUSICAL 🦋 Do YOU WE ARE CASTING FOR ANITA: THE MUSICAL 🦋

Do YOU love to dance? We are looking for YOU! 

We are looking for musical theatre actors and Singers with a clear, powerful voice and confident stage presence are encouraged to audition.

Auditions Thursday August 28th!
Audition for character roles @ 4:30pm
Dance audition @ 6pm
To sign up Email Katharine (Katharine@borderlandstheater.org) or call (520)276-9598

ROLES STILL NEEDED:

Anita Fuentes, 12 yrs old, Sassy, vibrant, and fearless. Le echa muchas ganas, immigrated from El Salvador with her parents. (Lead character.)

Esme (short for Esmeralda), 15 years old, Green with envy for everything she’s been cheated out of. Feels the chola aesthetic. Doesn’t speak Spanish.

Lisa, 8 years old, hardly speaks cause trauma, but when she does she’s got something to say.

Papi, mid 30’s, Anita’s loving father.

Ensemble, (male) plays photographer, pupusa customer, and townsfolk.

We’ll provide sides and songs when you sing up to audition!

Looking for trained dancers in Latin rhythms for Group 1! Salseros come through!

Good dancers in the community where are you at? Love to cumbia? Love to boogie on the dance floor? Come make memories! Dance with us. Bring your son, your brother, your hommies. It’s a family affair. We’re looking for all types and ages for group 2! The requirement is your smile, your love of dance, and your commitment to one or three dance numbers with the required rehearsals.

Mention if you’re auditioning for a character or the dance ensemble.
This season, we bring you stories that crack open This season, we bring you stories that crack open the heart and light up the stage—tales of love, outrageous humor, and unstoppable hope; unforgettable characters; Latin-infused rhythms; and moments that will move you to laughter, tears—and maybe even a scandalous accusation or two. Our 2025–2026 lineup dives deep into what we carry, what we fight for, and what unites us. Join us for a season of bold new work that only we could bring you.

See all three shows and save 20%. Buy a Season Pass today!  General Admission $120, Student/Theater $104

🎖️Claudia’s Family 🪖

By Julieta Gonzalez | Directed by Marc David Pinate
October 30–November 16, 2025 (no shows Oct 31 & Nov 7)

The Scoundrel & Scamp Theater

Cultures clash and identities unravel in this tender story of love, war, and the cost of belonging.

⚔️ Blame of Thrones: A Chicano Murder Mystery Dinner Theater ⚔️

Written & directed by Jonathan Heras
January 29–February 1, 2026

The Bell Tower on Stone

three-course meal, audience interaction, live chisme, and telenovela-level twists.

🦋 World Premiere: Anita ✨

By Milta Ortiz & Quetzal Guerrero | Directed by Chach Snook | Choreography by Vanessa Corona | Music Direction by Quetzal Guerrero
April 2–12, 2026

Tornabene Theater

with cumbia, bolero, and R&B-pop fusions Anita becomes the spark that rallies a community!

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