In the never-ending cycle of repurposing works into different mediums, Real Women Have Curves arrives in yet another iteration, following its 1990 premiere as a play and its 2002 film adaptation starring America Ferrera.
Josefina López, who wrote the play and co-wrote the screenplay, entrusts this musical adaptation to a quartet of creatives, including Joy Herta and Benjamin Velez (music and lyrics), and Lisa Loomer and Nell Benjamin (book). Sergio Trujillo, who started his career as a Broadway dancer and now adds a 17th Broadway show to his resume as part of the creative team, takes the lead as director-choreographer.
The story showcases a community of women in East Los Angeles who, against the odds, navigate dreams and ambitions. López turned to her diary for her original inspiration. Sixteen of the 19 actors are of Latino or Hispanic heritage, and 12 are making their Broadway debuts—now that’s something to celebrate! Here’s a first look at the musical:
