Teatro del Pueblo @RILA | Promoting Bilingual Latino Theater in Rhode Island

Teatro del Pueblo @RILA was founded in 2016 as a forum for Latinos to develop and present new bilingual plays. Our mission is to provide opportunities for artists, producers and audiences to discuss and advance bilingual Latinx theater in Rhode Island and nationwide.

Teatro del Pueblo is dedicated to creating authentic, bilingual theatrical experiences that resonate deeply with Latino communities. Inspired by the power of storytelling and cultural connection, Teatro focuses on collaborative creation led by directors and artists who are deeply rooted in the culture they represent.

We believe bilingual theater thrives when it is shaped by the voices and experiences of the people it portrays. By fostering an open, inclusive space for creative collaboration, we ensure that our productions reflect the heart and soul of the community. We promote reaching beyond surface-level diversity and creating art that is meaningful, transformative, and true to the Latinx experience.

Teatro en El Verano | 2024

This summer, Teatro En El Verano is pleased to present the premier adaptation of Goethe's Faust, written by Jesús Valles. Click here to learn more about Teatro en El Verano. ➤

Teatro del Pueblo not only celebrates Latin-American heritage and the Latinx experience, but also addresses the importance of authentic representation in the arts. We use the oral histories approach in our bilingual theater by providing a space where culture, language, and community come together to tell stories that matter—stories that empower, connect, and inspire.

Teatro en El Verano, RILA's signature bilingual production invites audiences to engage with language and storytelling in a unique way. Even if you don’t understand every word in Spanish, the emotions, tone, body language, and interactions of the actors help convey the meaning. Theater is a sensory experience, and much of the story is told through visuals, music, and performance—not just the words.

We encourage you, our audiences, to immerse yourselves in the rhythm and energy of the bilingual dialogue. You might be surprised at how much you can understand and feel without needing every word translated. It’s an opportunity to experience the richness of another language and culture in an authentic and dynamic setting.

The Teatro Artists Collective (TACRI) is designed to support Latinx theater artists as they grow their craft and amplify their voices. This fellowship provides a nurturing space for creative exploration, professional mentorship, and collaboration within a community of like-minded artists passionate about telling authentic Latinx stories. Learn more ➤

Stacks Image 65023 — Past Performances | Take a look at Teatro en El Verano performances dating back to 2016. ➤

Teatro en El Verano

Stacks Image 64780 — Click here to learn more about The Bilingual Latinx Playwrights Circle@RILA ➤

Bilingual Latinx Playwrights Circle

Stacks Image 65002 — **TEACHERS:** *Don Quixote*, is now a bilingual lesson plan, along with accompanying videos, starring some of *Teatro del Pueblo* @RILA cast. Click here to take a look ➤

Don Quixote | Bilingual lesson Plan with Videos for Multi-Lingual Learners

Stacks Image 64786 — Workshops led by and for Latinx Performers & Theater Makers seeks to develop the skills of emerging Latina/Latino/Latinx theatre makers and performers in Rhode Island. We offer opportunities for mentorships in a bilingual setting through on-site workshops led by Teatro del Pueblo alumni and professionals.

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Rhode Island Latino Arts
Marta V. Martínez
Executive Director and
Community Oral Historian

Teatro del Pueblo @RILA
Gabriela López Ruiz, Program Coordinator
Dustin Thomas, Program Assistant [Volunteer]

2018 | November • December: November:

Sunday, Nov. 4 @3PM The River Bride by Marisela Treviño Orta, and Recent Alien Abductions by Jorge Ignacio Cortiñas. Location: 170 Knight Street, Providence, RI 02909

Sunday, Nov. 11 @4PM Así Que Pasen Cinco Años by Federico García Lorca written and read in Spanish. Location: 162 Doyle Ave, Providence, RI 02906

Sunday, 11/18 @ 3 PM, A special workshop and reading of Abue, a new play by Jennifer Sánchez, RILA performing artist. Location: La Galería del Pueblo

December:

Sunday, 12/16 @ 4-6 PM, Our last reading group of the year. Come and read one final script for 2018. Let's share some holiday cheer and celebrate all our accomplishments in 2018.

Location:
La Galería del Pueblo unless otherwise noted

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Potluck: Bring your favorite snack and/or beverage to share with the group. We will provide cups & paper goods.

Scripts will be provided for up to five participants.
At this time, these reading sessions are only for adults. Sessions for youth and/or young adults will be offered in the future.

For more information, contact: Orlando Hernández at orlando@rilatinoarts.org