A Coming Of Age Comedy

Josefina Lopez's hit coming-of-age comedy comes to the Pasadena Playhouse, directed by Laurie Woolery. When one woman's desire to follow her dreams affects her family business, she, unbeknownst to her, changes the course of Corporate America. With a score by Joy Huerta and Benjamin Velez and book by Lisa Loomer and Nell Benjamin, Real Women Have Curves is a vibrant and empowering show that celebrates community and the Latine experience in a laugh-out-loud musical that'll leave you full of joy.

What is the story?

In the 80s East Los Angeles, Ana has just graduated from high school, full of bright ideas and big dreams of becoming a writer - Ana wants to change the status quo. However, her wishes raise alarm amongst the members of her family's small factory.

Did you know?

In 2002, the play was adapted into a film of the same name, with America Ferrera (Superstore, Ugly Betty) playing the role of Anna!