Spic-O-Rama: A Dysfunctional Comedy

Spic-O-Rama: A Dysfunctional Comedy

Spic-O-Rama: A Dysfunctional Comedy

Spic-O-Rama: A Dysfunctional Comedy

Overview

The members of a Latino family in Jackson Heights, New York, are preparing for the wedding of the family’s oldest son. These include the precocious youngest son, the wayward brother pining for a woman he took for granted, a brother who feels like an outsider, a very tired matriarch and the father that was a father despite his best intentions. As they confide their dreams, grudges and regrets with frank, full-bodied, full-hearted voices, the play leads to a wedding that almost everyone is surprised is actually happening. As each takes a turn, the audience sees more and more of the psychology of a household that may give a new meaning to “dysfunctional.” Originally all played by just one actor, the varied points of view in this play contribute to the diverse, comedic whole – and can now be expanded to be portrayed by any number of actors.

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Cautions

  • Artboard 3 Gun Shots
  • Caution Strong Language Strong Language
  • Caution Mild Adult Mild Adult Themes

Details

  • Time Period: Contemporary, 1990s
  • Cast Attributes: Role(s) for Latine Actor(s), Expandable Casting, Strong Role for Leading Man (Star Vehicle), Strong Role for Leading Woman (Star Vehicle)
  • Target Audience: Adult

Authors

John Leguizamo

Emmy Award winner John Leguizamo has appeared in over 100 films and countless television shows while establishing a career that defies categorization. With boundless and visceral creativity, his work in film, theatre, television, and literature covers a variety of genres, con ...
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