(trans)formada by lily gonzales

Sam is queer, a little trans, and a child of Mexican immigrants living in the Texas Hill Country. They're trying to figure out how to express their gender -- to themselves and to the world. Just as Sam is building the courage to present their gender to their mother, they go to a high school party. Everyone is way too into each other and drinking way too much. Amidst the debauchery, a brave and strange set...
Sam is queer, a little trans, and a child of Mexican immigrants living in the Texas Hill Country. They're trying to figure out how to express their gender -- to themselves and to the world. Just as Sam is building the courage to present their gender to their mother, they go to a high school party. Everyone is way too into each other and drinking way too much. Amidst the debauchery, a brave and strange set of rituals ensues.

"(trans)formada" is a practice in healing. It is about redefining and coming back to family.
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(trans)formada

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  • Rosa Fernandez:
    11 Sep. 2021
    “ This play is a beautiful love letter to the queer community. There is so much joy, discovery and healing that we witness as the story unfolds. It feels like a healing practice. Every step of the way we are with Sam as they discover more about themselves. This play is such a love offering that both shows us where we've been, but is hopeful and excited about where we're going. ”
  • David Davila:
    6 Sep. 2021
    “ A beautifully poetic snapshot of a moment in a young trans person's life when they're on the cusp of accepting who they are and coming to terms with who they were. Brilliant and hilarious. A poignant coming-of-age comedy that is a truly healing ritual of communion. ”
  • Sasha Karuc:
    20 Jun. 2021
    “ Every once in a while, you read a play that feels familiar and comforting. (TRANS)FORMADA is exactly that. Lily Gonzales examines what it means to occupy multiple spaces and identities at once and embraces a cathartic fluidity that is familiar to so many queer and genderqueer folk. Funny, dynamic, and deeply intimate, this play invites you to sit, smoke, and dance with its characters. I cannot recommend it highly enough. ”
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Character Information

Mexican-American characters may be played by Latinx actors.
TIA MARIA and and CARLA are played by the same actor.
ESPERANZA and AUBRIE are played by the same actor.

  • Sam
    18,
    Mexican-American
    ,
    trans or non-binary or gender non-conforming
    Played by someone who is trans or gender non-conforming.
    Can be played by:
    • Age: 
      20s
    • Race/Ethnicity: 
      Latinx/o/a or Hispanic
    • Gender: 
      Non-binary
  • Dylan
    18,
    Any
    ,
    Male
    Can be played by:
    • Age: 
      20s
    • Race/Ethnicity: 
      Any race/ethnicity
    • Gender: 
      Any gender
  • Aubrie
    19,
    Latina
    ,
    Female
    Can be played by:
    • Age: 
      20s
    • Race/Ethnicity: 
      Any race/ethnicity
    • Gender: 
      Any gender
  • Dani
    17,
    BIPOC
    ,
    Female
    Can be played by:
    • Age: 
      20s
    • Race/Ethnicity: 
      Any actor of color
    • Gender: 
      Any gender
  • Peter
    18,
    BIPOC
    ,
    Male or Nonbinary
    Can be played by:
    • Age: 
      20s
    • Race/Ethnicity: 
      Any actor of color
    • Gender: 
      Any gender
  • Carla
    19,
    Latina
    ,
    Female
    Can be played by:
    • Age: 
      20s
    • Race/Ethnicity: 
      Latinx/o/a or Hispanic
    • Gender: 
      Any gender
  • Madre Luz
    50,
    Mexican
    ,
    Female
    Can be played by:
    • Age: 
      40s, 50s
    • Race/Ethnicity: 
      Latinx/o/a or Hispanic
    • Gender: 
      Any gender
  • Tia Maria
    30,
    Mexican
    ,
    Female
    Can be played by:
    • Age: 
      30s
    • Race/Ethnicity: 
      Latinx/o/a or Hispanic
    • Gender: 
      Any gender
  • Hermana Esperanza
    22,
    Mexican American
    ,
    Female
    Can be played by:
    • Age: 
      20s
    • Race/Ethnicity: 
      Latinx/o/a or Hispanic
    • Gender: 
      Any gender

Development History

Awards

Semi-Finalist
,
Future of Playwriting Prize
,
UCross and The Blank Theater
,
2021
Finalist
,
Miranda Family 'Voces Latinx' National Playwriting Competition
,
Repertorio Español
,
2020