Zoot Suit L.A. Theatre Works
Synopsis
The first Chicano play performed on Broadway, Luis Valdez's ground-breaking masterpiece uses the Sleepy Lagoon murder case to examine the Zoot Suit culture of the 1940s. Henry Reyna and the 38th Street Gang are discriminated against and tried for murder after a fight breaks out a party. Passionate and provocative, Zoot Suit pulses with the beat of a big band music and traditional Latin songs.
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Marco Rodríguez
El Pachuco
Kinan Valdez
Henry Reyna
Daniel Valdez
Enrique Valdez
Primavera Flor-Valdez
Lupe Reyna
Lakin Valdez
Rudy Reyna/Sergant Smith/Bailiff/Bosun's Mate
Gregory Itzin
George Shearer
Xochiquetzal Candelaria
Alice Bloomfield
Estrella Esparza
Della Barios
Alma Martinez
Lupe Reyna
Ruben C. Gonzalez
Smiley Torres/Rafas/Swabie
Raul Cardona
Joey Castro/Marine
Daniel Chacon
Tommy Roberts/Cub Reporter/ Sailor
Katrina Valdez
Bertha Villareal/Newsboy
Seth Millwood
Lt. Edwards/Guard/Shore Patrol
Spencer Garrett
The Press
Al Ruscio
Judge F.W. Charles
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 13, 2021
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Luis Valdez
- Screenplay & Story
- Luis Valdez
- Original Title
- Zoot Suit L.A. Theatre Works
- Spoken Languages
- English, Spanish
- Runtime
- 1h 52m
- Production Studios
- Broadway
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Luis Valdez
Luis Valdez
Department Leadership Roster
Luis Valdez
Director
Luis Valdez
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
International Certification Matrix
Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Zoot Suit L.A. Theatre Works
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What is Zoot Suit L.A. Theatre Works about?
The first Chicano play performed on Broadway, Luis Valdez's ground-breaking masterpiece uses the Sleepy Lagoon murder case to examine the Zoot Suit culture of the 1940s. Henry Reyna and the 38th Street Gang are discriminated against and tried for murder after a fight breaks out a party. Passionate and provocative, Zoot Suit pulses with the beat of a big band music and traditional Latin songs.
Who directed Zoot Suit L.A. Theatre Works?
Zoot Suit L.A. Theatre Works was directed by Luis Valdez.
Who stars in Zoot Suit L.A. Theatre Works?
The principal cast of Zoot Suit L.A. Theatre Works includes Marco Rodríguez, Kinan Valdez, Daniel Valdez, Primavera Flor-Valdez, Lakin Valdez.
When was Zoot Suit L.A. Theatre Works released and how long is it?
Zoot Suit L.A. Theatre Works was released in 2021 with a total runtime of 1h 52m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Zoot Suit L.A. Theatre Works?
Zoot Suit L.A. Theatre Works holds official age classifications: US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).