The Re-Education of Fernando Morales

When young Fernando Morales is sent away to a gay conversion camp, he becomes split between the past, present, and future. Surrounded by flashes of electricity and the steady drone of Mozart's Requiem in D Minor, he searches through time for some way to save himself. Will he succeed, or is the Requiem for him?
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The Re-Education of Fernando Morales

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  • Nick Malakhow:
    29 Jul. 2023
    A boldly theatrical piece that uses theatrical conventions to surprise; dig into its main character's personality, experiences and life; and illustrates PTSD in an inventive manner. Lopez explores unsettling topics of gay conversion therapy, internalized and externalized homophobia, and more with a deft hand and a focus on characterization and healing. I appreciated the examination of how Fernando's struggles both impacted and were impacted by those around him who loved and cared for him. In Carlos, we meet a challenging and at times deplorable human; I was impressed with Lopez gives him nuance and shading.
  • David Davila:
    26 Mar. 2022
    This is a gripping play that truly broke my heart. Just when you think you understand what is happening in this non-linear ache of a memory - Lopez twists your expectations in unexpected ways. This play truly haunts me.
  • The PlayGround Experiment:
    1 Feb. 2022
    This play took part in "The PG Evolution a development process". We selected it because it is special and we believe 100% in the playwright and their voice. We are proud to be a part of its early journey and cannot recommend it enough. If you have any questions about our experience with this work, please feel free to reach out to us. We love this play and we know you will too. ”

Development History

  • Reading
    ,
    Teatro Chelsea
    ,
    2023
  • Reading
    ,
    Good Luck MacBeth
    ,
    2022
  • Workshop
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    Town Hall Theatre
    ,
    2022
  • Reading
    ,
    Ross Valley Players, Ross, CA
    ,
    2021
  • Workshop
    ,
    Custom Made Theatre Company, San Francisco
    ,
    2021
  • Reading
    ,
    Permafrost Theatre Collective, New York
    ,
    2020
  • Workshop
    ,
    The Playground Experiment, New York
    ,
    2020

Awards

Honorable Mention
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Epiphanies New Works Festival
,
2022
Finalist
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Ashland New Play Festival
,
2022
Finalist
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Bay Area Playwrights Festival
,
2021
Finalist
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Milagro Theatre Ingenio Festival
,
2020
Semi-Finalist
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ScreenCraft Stage Play Competition
,
2020