A Full-length play by Caridad Svich.
Cast: 4 women, 3 men. Running time: 2 hours and ten minutes.
Synopsis: Isabel Allende’s novel is re-imagined for the stage. This play tells the coming-of-age story of EVA LUNA, a woman born into poverty who rises up through the world to find her voice as a storyteller and a reflector of history. Enchanting, comical, and sly, EVA LUNA follows the character’s journey from childhood to adulthood, and along the way allows us to meet an array of characters that will change the course of Eva’s life forever.
Script History: commissioned by Repertorio Espanol in New York City.
Production History: World Premiere at Repertorio Espanol in New York City on June 3, 2022. Directed by Estefania Fadul. Starring Andrea Velasco as Eva Luna. Scenic Design by Dots. Music Director: Julian Mesri.
Preview Articles:
Broadway World: https://www.broadwayworld.com/off-broadway/article/Repertorio-Espaol-to-Present-World-Premiere-Adaptation-of-Isabel-Allendes-EVA-LUNA-20220406
Short trailer on Repertorio Espanol’s FB page: https://www.facebook.com/repertorionyc/videos/eva-luna/418748990265357/
Reviews:
Theater Pizzazz: https://www.theaterpizzazz.com/eva-luna/
Berkshire Fine Arts: https://www.berkshirefinearts.com/06-30-2022_eva-luna-dramatized-at-repertorio-espanol.htm
Additional Productions:
At the Gala Hispanic Theatre
By Isabel Allende (Chile)
Adapted by Caridad Svich
Directed by José Zayas
February 4 – 28, 2027
In Spanish with English surtitles
Additional info HERE
At Teatro Dallas
November 6th – November 22nd, 2026
Thursdays – Saturdays at 7:30pm
Sundays at 3pm
@ The Latino Cultural Center
2600 Live Oak St.
Dallas, TX 75204
Additional info HERE