Zoot Suit
Director Kirsten Brandt, choreographer Javier Velasco, and a huge cast are giving Luis Valdez's drama with music a splendid revival. The play's a tapestry about the Sleepy Lagoon Murder (1942) and the Zoot Suit Riots (1943). Henry Reyna (a fiercely committed Lakin Valdez) and 21 members of his club are wrongly accused of murder. 12 go to San Quentin. The San Diego Rep production deftly combines spectacle with intimate moments and
brings back a time when mass hysteria ruled the Southland. Standouts include: Raul Cardona, Jo Anne Glover, James Newcomb, and Herbert Siguenza. David Lee Cuthbert's scenic and lighting designs enhance throughout. When in motion Mary Larson's costumes resemble spinning color-wheels.
Critic's Pick.
When
Ongoing until Sunday, August 12, 2012
Hours
Sundays, 2pm & 7pm |
Wednesdays, 7pm |
Thursdays, 8pm |
Fridays, 8pm |
Saturdays, 8pm |