Mojada: A Medea in Los Angeles
In this retelling of Medea seen through the lens of immigrants to the United States, playwright Luis Alfaro blends tragedy, wry humor, Mexican folklore and a bracingly modern setting to unleash the power of Euripides’ ancient tale of love, transformation and betrayal. A co-production with the Oregon Shakespeare Festival, Mojada comes to Portland after a triumphant six-month run in Ashland.
Who’s Who:
View the cast and creative team bios.
Playbill:
Explore the playbill.
Run Time:
Approximately 95 minutes, no intermission.
Note:
Recommended for ages 15 and up. Contains adult situations, sexual references, violent references, and some mature language (spoken in English and Spanish). Children under 6 are not permitted at any production at The Armory.
Resource Guide:
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Mojada: A Medea in Los Angeles
- Previews are Nov. 4-9 | Opening night Nov. 10
- By Luis Alfaro
- Directed by Juliette Carrillo
- The Oregon Shakespeare Festival Production
"Mojada" Special Cocktails
Bar Supervisor (and resident mixologist) Melissa Larrabee introduces the specialty cocktails inspired by Mojada: A Medea in Los Angeles.
Ni de aqui, ne de alla (Not from here, not from there) Gallery
Through November, The Armory hosts a collaborative art project in support of the Center for Immigration Defense.
Immigration Resources for "Mojada: A Medea in Los Angeles"
If you or someone you know is in need of low cost immigration legal services, help is available.
"Mojada" Cast and Creative Team
The cast from the Oregon Shakespeare Festival production comes to Portland!
Additional Resources: "Mojada: A Medea in Los Angeles"
Reading lists and research materials for Mojada.
Reviews of "Mojada: A Medea in Los Angeles"
"What the American theater should be." - The Daily Tidings
"Mojada" Playwright and Director Interview
Mojada: A Medea in Los Angeles playwright Luis Alfaro and director Juliette Carrillo talk about working together and the meaning of the word "mojada."
Photos: "Mojada: A Medea in Los Angeles"
See photos from Oregon Shakespeare Festival's production of Mojada: A Medea in Los Angeles coming to The Armory Nov. 4 - 26, 2017.
Post-Show Discussions for "Mojada"
November 12, 18, 19 in the U.S. Bank Main Stage immediately following the 2:00 p.m. performance
Immigration Symposium with Catholic Charities
The symposium will addresses the ongoing need for individuals and communities to be advocates for the needs of their communities. Sunday, November 19, 9:00 a.m.- 12:15 p.m.
Current & Upcoming
Photography Exhibit: Pas de trois by Jingzi Zhao
The photography series Pas de trois will feature Jingzi Zhao's ongoing collaboration with Xuan Cheng and Brian Simcoe, two principals from Oregon Ballet Theater. These images are a celebration of motivation, artistry, and creative alchemy created over the last three years.
Young Americans
With Bowie blaring from a mixtape, two road trips veer back and forth in time, as an upbeat father and his jaded daughter take a journey that mirrors the father’s life-changing road trip 20 years earlier.
Where We Belong
An Indigenous theater-maker journeys across geographic borders, personal history, and cultural legacies in search of a place to belong.
Pre-show Music with DJ Gila Suspectum
As part of The People's Party: BIPOC Affinity Night for Where We Belong, join us before the show for a performance by DJ Gila Suspectum. This event is FREE and OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. Guests in attendance will receive complimentary beer from Deschutes Brewery while supplies last!
The People's Party: BIPOC Affinity Night for Where We Belong
We invite all who identify as BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color), and their guests, to attend a performance of Where We Belong.
Improvisation Classes for Beginners
Whether you're looking to get more confident in social situations, think quicker on your feet, or get in touch with your imaginative side, this once-a-month improv class will set you on the path to success!
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Show Sponsors
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