American Mariachi

AMERICAN MARIACHI by José Cruz GonzalezSpending her days caring for her ailing mother Lucha yearns to break her monotonous routine. Here's a wild idea: an all-girl mariachi band! But it's the 1970s and girls can't be mariachis...or can they? As Lucha and her spunky cousin hunt for bandmates dodge disapproving relatives and bring Mom along for the ride they wonder: will the band come together? American Mariachi is a heartwarming and hilarious world premiere comedy about family progress and the freedom to dream big that will send your heart soaring and put a bounce in your step with a wave of vibrant infectious live music. Cast: Six females Three males and Five mariachis (1 Female 4 Males)Setting: A mid-70s in a working-class Chicano community somewhere in the United States and other locations. Running Time: 90 minutes.