Zapata: A Folklórico Superhero Musical World Premiere Adventure performances begin from March 27 – April 26, 2026 at The Whisenhunt venue of the Zach Theater in Austin.
Jesse J. Sanchez is the Composer-Lyricist | Librettist | Music Director | Director About: Xochitl dreams of becoming a folklórico dancer—but her mom wants her focused on fitting in and getting ahead. When her mother is suddenly kidnapped by the villainous Helado and his feline army, Xochitl discovers a family secret: she holds the power of Zapata, and when heritage meets heroism, anything is possible.
This is a 2023 Commission for Zach Theatre and the TYA Superhero BIPOC Project per the www.jessejsanchez.com website. The following information is also provided:
• Book, Music, Lyrics, Orchestrations by Jesse J. Sanchez; Developing Director and Directed by Anna Skidis Vargas
• Developed at Live & In Color, VCCA Fellow, Austin Latinx New Play Festival, Zach Theatre, NAMT Development Grant,
Milagro Theater Latino Artist Grant
• March 2026 World Premiere Production (Zach Theatre)
For tickets and other information, visit the Zach Theater website:
https://www.zachtheater.org/tickets/pdps/zapata-a-folklorico-superhero-musical/ and if for more information, contact Zach’s box office at 512-476-0541 ext 1.
Source: Zach Theater, Jesse J. Sanchez www.jessejsanchez.com
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