Burritos Pa' Morir

by Orlando F. Rodriguez

Loving couple Ivonne and Claudio own a burrito shop, but now that the corporate chain Serrano's moves next door, owning a small business is proving to be MURDER. Also, they're serial killers who use their victim's bodies for meat in their burritos, but it's ok cause they're delicious!

Loving couple Ivonne and Claudio own a burrito shop, but now that the corporate chain Serrano's moves next door, owning a small business is proving to be MURDER. Also, they're serial killers who use their victim's bodies for meat in their burritos, but it's ok cause they're delicious!

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Burritos Pa' Morir

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  • H. Avery: Burritos Pa' Morir by Orlando F. Rodriguez
    “

    HILARIOUS. Burritos Pa' Morir had me cracking up the entire script. Not only are there layers upon layers of comedic bits, but the fun character dynamics and the comedically blunt commentary on whiteness really add to the meat of the piece. I'm sure audiences devoured the recent production of it; I'd kill to have seen it!

    HILARIOUS. Burritos Pa' Morir had me cracking up the entire script. Not only are there layers upon layers of comedic bits, but the fun character dynamics and the comedically blunt commentary on whiteness really add to the meat of the piece. I'm sure audiences devoured the recent production of it; I'd kill to have seen it!

    ”
  • David Davila: Burritos Pa' Morir by Orlando F. Rodriguez
    “

    Hijole! This burrito packs a punch... or a machete. Burritos Pa' Morir is a comedic masterpiece that takes Tejano culture and smothers it in blood, while simultaneously being a smart satirical take on gentrification and white supremacy. With a small cast and unit set, this is sure to be a huge hit for many theatres!

    Hijole! This burrito packs a punch... or a machete. Burritos Pa' Morir is a comedic masterpiece that takes Tejano culture and smothers it in blood, while simultaneously being a smart satirical take on gentrification and white supremacy. With a small cast and unit set, this is sure to be a huge hit for many theatres!

    ”

Character Information

  • JANET
    a bit intense with a strong personality but also very, very entitled.
    40-50
    White
    Female
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      40s,
      50s
    • Actor Race/Ethnic Identity
      White
    • Actor Gender Identity
      Female
  • CHARLES
    very hipsterly, listens to Morrisey, and goes to Coachella every year. Also, very entitled.
    20-30
    White
    Gay male
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      20s,
      30s
    • Actor Race/Ethnic Identity
      White
    • Actor Gender Identity
      Male
  • FRANCISCO
    involved in shady business yet not the brightest. But also, somehow lucky.
    20-30
    Latine
    Male
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      20s,
      30s
    • Actor Race/Ethnic Identity
      Latinx/o/a or Hispanic
    • Actor Gender Identity
      Male
  • ROBBER/COWBOY JIM/PEPE
    played by the same actor as FRANCISCO.
    20-30
    Latine
    Male
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      20s,
      30s
    • Actor Race/Ethnic Identity
      Latinx/o/a or Hispanic
    • Actor Gender Identity
      Male
  • TIMOTHY
    played by the same actor as CHARLES
    50-60
    White
    Male
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      50s,
      60s
    • Actor Race/Ethnic Identity
      White
    • Actor Gender Identity
      Male
  • CLAUDIO
    a loving husband and a hard worker, on top of being a great cook, he would do anything for his wife.
    20-30
    Latine
    Male
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      20s,
      30s
    • Actor Race/Ethnic Identity
      Latinx/o/a or Hispanic
    • Actor Gender Identity
      Male
  • IVONNE
    a loving wife and very smart woman. She is used to planning and a more structural mindset.
    20-30
    Latine
    Female
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      20s,
      30s
    • Actor Race/Ethnic Identity
      Latinx/o/a or Hispanic
    • Actor Gender Identity
      Female

Development History

Awards

  • South Texas Latinx Theater Festival Finalist
    South Texas College Theatre
    Finalist
    2023