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Full-Length Play, Drama / 4w, 1m, 5 any gender (youth)
By Alvaro Saar RiosMusic and Lyrics by Dinorah Márquez Abadiano
Based on Ghost Wings by Barbara Joosse
Based on Barbara Joosse’s beloved children book, On the Wings of a Mariposa is a story about one girl’s quest to keep her abuelita’s memory alive, set during the beautiful annual monarch butterfly migration.
Based on Barbara Joosse’s beloved children book, On the Wings of a Mariposa is a story about one girl’s quest to keep her abuelita’s memory alive set during the beautiful annual monarch butterfly migration. After her abuelita dies, ten-year-old Pilar uses an old shawl that smells like her grandmother to help her remember their adventures together. One whiff reminds her of the two of them making tortillas or visiting a special forest known as El Círculo Magico where her abuelita would converse with wildlife. But as the shawl’s scent fades, so too do Pilar’s memories. Once it’s gone, will she lose her grandmother forever? This play with music is a true celebration of life and bursts at the seams with warm memories and joy.
On the Wings of a Mariposa premired in Milwaukee, Wisconsin with FirstStage on 18 October 2019.
ABUELITA – Pilar’s grandmother, LatinaMAMI – Pilar’s mother, LatinaPILAR – 10 to 11, LatinaAMPARO – 12 to 13, Pilar’s friend, Latina or non-Latina person of color, can also play a MARIPOSA in the opening sceneRAMIRO – 9 to 10, Pilar’s friend, Latino, can also play a MARIPOSA in the opening sceneLAS MARIPOSAS – Can also play LOS MONSTRUOSRATÓN – A mouse, puppetLOS MONSTRUOS
The character of Ramiro can also be played by a female but the character’s name and pronouns should remain male.
A small town in central Mexico, near a forest called the Magic Circle. Now.
“A gorgeous tribute to Mexican culture.” – OnMilwaukee
“It’s not an adult or children’s play, but instead a touching story about grief and remembrance that speaks to all ages.” – Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel
On the Wings of a Mariposa – FirstStage Trailer
On the Wings of a Mariposa – From the Creators
An Interview with Alvaro Saar Rios – The Scene Podcast
Alvaro Saar Rios is a Texican playwright and educator living in Chicago. His plays have been performed in New York City, Mexico City, Hawaii, Chicago, Seattle, St. Louis, Milwaukee and all over Texas. He has received playwriting commissions from various organizations, includi ...