Real Women Have Curves: The Musical
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Real Women Have Curves: The Musical features a Tony-nominated score by Grammy® Award–winning songwriter Joy Huerta (Jesse & Joy) and Benjamin Velez (Kiss My Aztec), a book by Lisa Loomer (Girl, Interrupted) with Nell Benjamin (Mean Girls), music supervision by Nadia DiGiallonardo (Waitress), and choreography and direction by Tony® winner Sergio Trujillo (Ain’t Too Proud). Based on the play by Josefina López that inspired the iconic hit HBO film, critics have lauded CURVES as “entertaining and empowering” (NY Daily News), and “a laugh-out-loud musical comedy with a massive dose of heart.” (The Washington Post)
Group Minimum
10 or more ticketsAudience
Recommended for 12 +Children under the age of 4 are not permitted in the theatre.
Duration
2 hours and 20 minutes, including a 15 minute intermissionFirst Performance
4/1/2025On Sale Through
6/29/2025
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Here is why we at Broadway Inbound think it's a perfect show for groups:
Real Women Have Curves: The Musical takes audiences on an uplifting journey through the bustling streets of 1987 Boyle Heights, Los Angeles, where, with determination and grit, main character Ana García navigates the complex landscape of societal expectations and family loyalties. Her story is set inside a lively garment factory, a place brimming with colorful characters and the rhythmic hum of sewing machines. Ana’s heart is set on college in New York City; yet, she finds herself at a crossroads, caught between her dreams and her family's firm resolve to keep her tethered to familiar roots. It's a story filled with warmth, humor, and the poignant reality of chasing one's dreams amidst cultural and familial expectations.
The musical resonates with anyone who has ever felt the pull between personal ambition and duty to family. Real Women Have Curves: The Musical combines a number of themes—societal pressures, the push and pull of generational dynamics, and the courage to chart one's path. Its relatable narrative, punctuated by catchy melodies and keen insights into the human spirit, makes it not only a celebration of womanhood but an invitation to audiences to reflect on their own dreams and the paths they choose to follow.