Show and Exhibit Archives

**ALL REMAINING PERFORMANCES ARE SOLD OUT** In this World Premiere play by playwright and CASA 0101 Theater Founding Artistic Director Josefina López, the spirit of Gloria Molina appears to a young woman who is grappling with a personal crisis. She becomes enraptured by Molina’s captivating tale — how she became a woman of firsts, in […]

“Shrek The Musical JR.” is a lively adaptation of the beloved DreamWorks Animation film and Broadway hit. In this tale, the ogre Shrek leads a band of outcast fairy tale characters on a quest to rescue Princess Fiona and restore peace to his swamp. Along the way, Shrek confronts the villainous Lord Farquaad and discovers […]

Presented by MACHA Theatre/Films Immerse yourself into the world of Frida Kahlo where her paintings of vegetation and animals come alive infront of you, enhanced with the sounds of Frida’s world. A revealing look at Frida’s physical and emotional estate of mind during the last week of her life, where reality and fantasy blend together […]

Presenter by Casa 0101 and The Wellness Center A group of local teens get together to confront current issues related to the HIV epidemic. In this semi-scripted presentation performance, teenagers address current issues related to HIV, illustrating examples of situations you may encounter, and providing personal messages on what they want you to know. Audience […]

CALLING ALL ARTISTS! We want to invite artists Poets, Singers, Actors, and friends of Gloria, community members on the Eastside to share their gratitude for Gloria Molina by sharing a poem, a song, a thought, a story. Come celebrate Gloria Molina who was the “Madrina of the Eastside who supported artists”.   We also invite […]

A Woman Named Gloria is a play about Gloria Molina, the “Madrina of the Arts”, and her never-ending work to represent the East Side, bring resources to her community, and empower Latina leaders.   Written by Josefina López Artwork by Margaret Garcia   Q&A to follow where attendees will have the opportunity to provide feedback […]

Join us for an unforgettable evening of theater and celebration! We’re thrilled to announce the launch of Chicanas At Play: An Anthology of 10 Minute Plays. This anthology is a collection of plays showcasing the creativity and resilience of Chicana playwrights.  Edited by  Yvonne Garcia Zaher & Beatriz Jamaica   Featuring 14 Chicana playwrights:  Wendy Corazon, […]

Experience the magic of THE ARTY LOON SHOW! A fun family magic show that will thrill and delight the young and young at heart! Featuring magic, juggling, games, and tons of audience participation.    Admission is free. Space is limited. Please only RSVP if you will be attending.   

Imagine having the ability to bring someone back from the dead to have one final conversation: would you use that opportunity to heal old wounds, create a conversation you weren’t able to have, or would you choose to relive the most joyful moments with your dearly departed?   This New Works play festival will feature […]

A Woman Named Gloria is a play about Gloria Molina, the “Madrina of the Arts”, and her never-ending work to represent the East Side, bring resources to her community, and empower Latina leaders. Written by Josefina López Artwork by Margaret Garcia Q&A to follow where attendees will have the opportunity to provide feedback as the […]

Casa 0101 is proud to present CORINA: From Lap Dance to Sundance, an original play written by Corina Calderon   Driven by a deep-seeded love of performing, Corina’s story travels from farming towns to government housing, to the underbelly of American society on her way to Hollywood’s door.   Rated R:  violence, language and sexual […]

Get Tickets Inspired by a true story – Alicia Parla – a 21 year old virgin Cuban girl set the world on fire with the Rumba back in the 1920s. This story begins when Alicia, now a mature woman of 89, is diagnosed with cancer and she refuses to stay in the cancer ward because […]

GET TICKETS Preview Aug 11th Aug 12th – Sept 3rd Children under 3 years of age not permitted. Casa 0101 is proud to present Roald Dahl’s Matilda Jr. The Musical. Inspired by the twisted genius of Roald Dahl, the Tony Award-winning Roald Dahl’s Matilda The Musical is the captivating masterpiece from the Royal Shakespeare Company that […]

Death of a Salesman, written by Arthur Miller and directed by Corky Dominguez in a mostly Latino cast, is a two-act tragedy set in late 1940’s Brooklyn. The central character, Willie Loman is experiencing an epic battle against time, exhaustion, and encroaching mental and psychological debility. He desperately must find a way to reconcile his […]

CASA 0101’s Board of Directors invite you to our annual fundraiser celebrating art, theater and community, with special performances by  Miriam Peniche, Laurie Muñiz and Fabrizio.  Admission: $55 Includes: Admission, Parking, Appetizers, Cocktail (1), Silent Auction, Entertainment. Featured Entertainers Miriam Peniche Bio MIRIAM PENICHE is honored to return as MC for the third year of […]

Casa 0101 is proud to present Favorite Cousins, an original play written by Lindsey Haley and directed by Vilma Villela.   Two estranged cousins, upwardly mobile Frances, and Gloria, a Chicana activist, are forced to come together after their grandmother’s death. With one of their sons dead and the other’s serving a life sentence in prison, […]

Casa 0101 will be renaming its mainstage theater, the Gloria Molina Auditorium, in honor of the civic leader who was a big supporter of the organization and a champion of the arts. At 6pm on Sunday April 16th, Casa 0101 will be having a reception honoring Gloria Molina. We invite the public to attend, and […]

If you could speak to someone from your past, what would you say? Nine playwrights take us through a journey of conversations their characters may not have previously dared to have. The plays (in alphabetical order) Abuela Elena by Denise Villamil Brother by Yvonne Garcia Zaher Cuando el Amor no se Acaba by Jack Cross Fireworks […]

VICENTE DEL DESIERTO: Pintor mexicano esquizofrénico y epiléptico, llega a NY y ante la sorpresa de la primer impresión de ésta maravillosa y caótica ciudad, la sensación de abandono al ser rechazado por su hermano y su gran identificación que tiene con el célebre pintor, se siente trastocado hasta llegar a confundir la realidad y […]

Chicanas, Cholas y Chisme’s New Work’s festival returns to CASA 0101 this March!  Chicanas, Cholas, y Chisme’s THE BEAT of HER OWN DRUM is a Theater Festival exploring Latinas’ challenges and triumphs, running Friday, March 10 through Sunday, April 2, 2023. Celebrating its 11th Season of original new works, Chicanas, Cholas, y Chisme sprung from […]

Casa 0101 is proud to present a Macha Theatre production by Odalys Nanin.   A Suspenseful dramedy which explores the glamorous and secretive lives of Hollywood’s Golden Age: Greta Garbo, Marlene Dietrich and their love affair with the enigmatic Mercedes de Acosta. “It’s an intriguing, well performed portrait of romantic obsession and the attraction of opposites, […]

SPECIAL Q&A ON DECEMBER 4th, 2022 After the matinee performance on Sunday, December 4, 2022 at 3:00 p.m., there will be a Q&A with co-writer Josefina López and Dr. George J. Sánchez, the author of a book the play is based on. CASA 0101 PRESENTS THE WORLD PREMIERE OF: REMEMBERING BOYLE HEIGHTS: PART 2 Let […]

EXTENDED BY POPULAR DEMAND FOR ONE WEEKEND, OCTOBER 1ST & 2ND! CASA 0101 PRESENTS: STRANGER IN THE MIRROR A Legacy Reflected. An elder woman finds her life’s journey interrupted by the pandemic; in isolation she uncovers previously ignored vulnerabilities and strengths. Written and Performed by: Maria G. Martinez Directed by:  Jacquie Guido Technical Director Max […]

GET TICKETS Extended thru July 31st! TNH (Teatro Nuevos Horizontes) Productions, CASA 0101 Theater, El Centro Del Pueblo and Councilmember Gil Cedillo are proud to present its first original musical: ARENA: A House MUSIC-al Written by Abel Alvarado ARENA: A House Music-al, written by Abel Alvarado, is based on the house music of the 1990’s […]

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT! CASA 0101 IN ASSOCIATION WITH THE JAPANESE AMERICAN NATIONAL MUSEUM PRESENT: MASAO AND THE BRONZE NIGHTINGALE In the aftermath of WWII, formerly-incarcerated Japanese Americans are shocked to discover Little Tokyo has become “Bronzeville”, an African American community. When a JA jazz musician from Boyle Heights falls for a Bronzeville jazz […]

Special performance added on March 27th @ 7pm! Chicanas, Cholas, y Chisme presents THRIVING! A Festival of plays exploring Latina women triumphs, challenges, and contributions to society. Performances run March 10 through March 27, 2022. Currently in its tenth year of original new works, Chicanas, Cholas, y Chisme sprung from the desire to foster creative […]

Casa 0101 is proud to present a Macha Theatre production of The Nun and the Countess by Odalys Nanin. Odalys Nanin stars as legendary Mexican nun Sor Juana, who wooed a Countess (Genevieve Joy) with poems that still live today. Based on the novel “Sor Juana’s Second Dream by Alicia Gaspar de Alba. Sor Juana […]

Chicanas, Cholas, y Chisme is proud to present: Womxn In Herstory: A Festival of Short Plays exploring the struggles and triumphs of womxn throughout the ages.  Presented virtually from April 23 – May 30, 2021. Since 2012 we have been dedicated to creating and sharing our stories with our community. Please join us April 23rd […]

George Pla, Domenika Lynch, L.A. City Councilmembers Gil Cedillo and Kevin De León cordially invite you to Casa 0101’s first annual Gala, A Boyle Heights Reunion Thursday, June 10th, 2021 from 11:30am to 1:30pm To be held virtually – link shared after ticket purchase. Casa 0101 is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit arts and education […]

Chicanas Cholas y Chisme is back! We are excited to bring to you a Remix of Virtual Cineatro to Casa0101 from March 19th to March 28th. Register for free and you will receive a link on March 19th that will give you access to 7, 10-minute, plays that will be available for you to watch […]

Casa 0101 3rd Annual Tardeada: Celebrating 20 Years of Resilience Check-In & Networking Mixer from 2:30pm to 3pm Tardeada from 3pm to 4:30pm To be held virtually – link shared after ticket purchase Join Founder/Artistic Director, Josefina Lopez, and the Casa 0101 Board of Directors, as we celebrate 20 Years of Resilience.  In this special […]

In celebration of Black History Month, Casa 0101 is proud to present Uncovering The Hidden History of Mexican and Black Solidarity – a talk and presentation by author and professor, Ron Wilkins. This presentation provides much needed information on the long-standing, extensive and mutually beneficial relationships between Mexican and Black peoples. Wilkins elaborates upon the […]

Yaneli Delgado’s Linocut prints are visual dialogues charged with personal experiences of presence over absence. Her inclusion of a liberating interpretation of Mesoamerican cosmovision in her artwork is her fundamental ground from which she speaks from. Influence by Chicana philosopher Gloria E. Anzaldua’s Coyolxauhqui consciousness, Delgado stages her work within a historical/cultural context of conglomerating […]

Casa 0101 is proud to present a Macha Theatre production of Frida: Stroke of Passion, by Odalys Nanin.  Winner of two Eddon Awards for Best performance and production. Frida Kahlo was born July 6, 1907 and died July 13, 1954. Her death certificate alleges cause of death: “pulmunary embolism” but no autopsy was allowed and she […]

CASA 0101 Theater and Tía Chucha’s Centro Cultural & Bookstore present the World Premiere of Always Running, based on the groundbreaking memoir written by, and adapted for the stage by, Luis J. Rodriguez. A young man escapes his life of gang violence, discrimination, depression, and drug addition through art, the Chicano Movement, poetry and service.  […]