Ana García (Broadway newcomer Tatianna Córdoba) dreams of flying away. But when her family’s East Los Angeles garment business receives a make-or-break order for 200 dresses, Ana finds herself juggling her own ambitions, her mother Carmen’s (Tony Award nominee Justina Machado) expectations, and a community of women all trying to make it work against the odds.
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)
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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.