Video Promo: CRYSTAL CITY 1969 by Cara Mia Theatre at Guadalupe Arts Center, San Antonio, January 19 - 22, 2023
(video promo from Cara Mia Theatre, Dallas)
Inspired by a little-known event in Texas history, Crystal City 1969 is based on the true story of Mexican-American students in south Texas who walked out of their school and into civil rights history.
On December 9th, 1969, Crystal City High School students Severita Lara, Diana Serna, and Mario Treviño led a historic walkout that gained national attention. The students inspired local Mexican-Americans to run for political office, and won a majority on the school board in 1970. Institutional changes were immediately made to the educational system in Crystal City. For one, all students K-12 were required to learn to read, write, and speak Spanish, which inspired educators across the country to integrate bilingual education in their schools. The production is bilingual.
“Crystal City 1969” is an example of American democracy at its best.
Written by David Lozano and Raul Treviño
Directed by David Lozano
Crystal City 1969
by David Lozano and Raul Treviño
touring company
January 19 - January 22, 2023
Thursday, January 19, 2023 Student matinee at 10:00 AM
Friday, January 20, 2023 Senior Citizen matinee at 10:00 AM
Friday, January 20, 2023 General Admission at 8:00 PM
Saturday, January 21, 2023 General Admission at 8:00 PM
Sunday, January 22, 2023 General Admission at 3:00 PM
LOCATION
Historic Guadalupe Theater
1301 Guadalupe St.
San Antonio, Texas 78207
210-271-3152
TICKETS:
$15 General Admission
$10 Students
Ages 60+ FREE, courtesy of Gonzaba Foundation*
*Patrons ages 60+ receive a complimentary admission courtesy of Gonzaba Foundation; reserve your seat with discount code GONZABA and present valid ID at door.
