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Fabulous Monsters by Diana Burbano

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  • Brian James Polak:
    9 Nov. 2018
    “ This is a rad play with rad songs. I love the excavation of the punk mentality from the late 1970s and extrapolating those ideals into the present day. This play portrays deep and complicated characters who are not like me, but are just like me. Life is hard, we all have dreams, some people achieve them, others get close, but in the end we are all confronted by mortality and the realization of what matters most in life. ”
  • Nelson Diaz-Marcano:
    14 Oct. 2018
    “ What a crazy and gorgeous ride does Diana takes us here. Fully realized characters in a world that is both fascinating and terrifying, this play feels like a good rock song, but it hits you like a punk mosh-pit. ”
  • Emily Hageman:
    8 Jul. 2018
    “ WOW, I love this play! It's dynamic and smart and biting and rock and roll from the beginning to the end. The characters are absolutely to die for--you can't get enough of the flawed and self-conscious Slade, the sensual and funny Luisa, the sharp and conniving Kady, the luscious and gross Nigel. The characters jump off the page and demand to be heard. This is a excellently crafted play that is ready to hit the stage. Seeing it would be a rush and a delight. Produce it now and play it near me! ”
  • Melissa Bell:
    5 Jul. 2018
    “ Very real, at least to me. I was also in the music business so it rang true to me. ”
  • Austin Phillips:
    7 Dec. 2017
    “ I really enjoyed how this play showed the consequences of drug usage, often in the entertainment industry we only see the hedonic gratification and the desire to please audiences never allows all of the repercussions to be laid out. Furthermore, the messaging that it is never too late to reignite friendship really spoke to me, in a world that constantly sees things (including humans) as disposable it is more important now than ever to bring to light that our relationships are nonperishable. ”
  • Ariana Turner:
    30 Nov. 2017
    “ Beautiful!!! The relationship between young Sally and Lulu was extraordinary and so brilliantly showcased. The feminism present within the play was a great addition to the story.What especially made the play an excitement and intensely addicting read was the flashbacks. Switching from 1977 to the present day and alternating between these periods created a movie-like experience that was just so entrancing. ”
  • Chelsea Fleming:
    30 Nov. 2017
    “ I really did appreciate the complexity of the characters. The relationship between Sally and Luisa and the love they held for one another was one of my favorite parts about reading this play. The back and forward between generations was very interesting to read and imagine. Overall the crazy lives these characters lead are very exhilarating to think about. ”
  • Anderson Rivera:
    29 Nov. 2017
    “ The love and hate relationship between Luisa and Sally is implemented very well! Feeling very natural and the unique dialogue between the two reveals the distinct characters emotions and reactions. The music genre of Punk and Rock’n’Roll being the main background of the whole play which aids towards the topics of love, renewal, and experiences that shape these two Latina women characteristics. Would love to see it be produced! ”
  • Lizeth Barajas:
    29 Nov. 2017
    “ Highly remarkable! A beautiful piece of work that reveals the truth about drug addiction and its consequences from living a high and notorious life in the punk rock scene. The chemistry between
    Lulu and Sally is undeniable, although they have a turbulent relationship, their friendship and love for one another finally helps them live their dreams that began when they were teenagers. ”
  • Augusto Amador:
    15 Nov. 2017
    “ I was fortunate enough to be a fellow playwright with Diana at the Latino Theater Alliance/L.A. where she developed Fabulous Monsters. What I love about this play is that it showcases compelling women with great dialogue and yet even though it has Latina characters, it's not a race identity play. It's a story about regret and recovery with two women who happen to be Latina living through the unforgivable punk scene of sex, drugs and consequences. Highly recommended. ”

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