Enrique Arana

Enrique Arana (he/him/his) is a graduate from SDSU and is very excited and honored to be part of this cast and can’t wait for everyone to experience this incredible journey. He’s most recent work highlights Bernardo in West Side Story, Men 3 in First Date, and Cuchillos in Daydreamer.

Nancy Batres

Nancy Batres (She/Her) Is an actor/artist. Acting credits include: Remember That Time (Playwrights Project), Dream Hou$e (CSUSM & TuYo Theatre), Resistance Creates Beauty (Blindspot Collective - Connecting Flights project at SD International Airport), A Play About Something (Backyard Renaissance Theatre Company/ La Jolla Playhouse Without Walls Festival), Aztec Pirates & The Insignificance of Life on Mars - Reading - (San Diego Repertory Theatre Latinx New Play Festival), and A Mother's Mother (Playwrights Project).

Sophie Gonzalez

Hi! I'm Sophie Gonzalez, a 16-year-old actor who absolutely loves musical theatre. My journey on the stage began in 2021 when I enrolled in musical theatre classes and ever since then, I have blossomed into a well-rounded performer. I've gotten to perform in some amazing shows – Head Over Heels, The Spongebob Musical, Rodgers and Hammerstein's Cinderella, and Puffs. But theatre's not just about being in the spotlight. I also discovered a love for the behind-the-scenes magic. Stage managing How I Became a Pirate and Tomas and The Library Lady taught me the importance of keeping things running smoothly and making sure every show is a hit for the audience. Musical theatre is my passion, and I'm always learning and growing. Every rehearsal and performance is a chance to get better. There's so much to explore and I can't wait to see what the future holds!

Andrew Gutierrez

ANDREW GUTIERREZ is a San Diego based sound designer, actor, singer and songwriter . Recent projects include: First Date (Onstage Playhouse), Steel Magnolias (Backyard Renaissance), Daydreamer (TuYo), Azul (Diversionary Theatre), Iris & The Axe (Turnkey Theatre), We Will Not Describe The Conversation (Patchwork Theatre Company), Dog Sees God (dir. Katie Turner), Stupid F*cking Bird (Skull and Dagger Dramatic Society) and 2021 Festival of International Virtual and Augmented Reality Stories selection; Homecoming: A Meditation on the Natural World (Turnkey Theatre).

Adelaida Martinez

Adelaida is honored to be a part of such a joyful and empowering piece of art! She was previously seen in Head Over Heels at Diversionary Theatre in the role of Philoclea. Other credits include: Charlotte in Seasons (Oceanside Theatre Company), Brenda in Catch Me If You Can (SDMT), Casey in First Date (Onstage Playhouse), Swing in Evita (SD Rep), Sue in Carrie (ABC Theatre Co.), Cinderella in Into the Woods (OB Playhouse), and Sam in The Mad Ones (Grossmont College). I would like to thank my Abue for always believing in me. Te amo mucho! <3 Instagram: @adelaidamaria._

John Padilla *

John Padilla, a veteran San Diego actor is looking forward to his first production with the WOW Festival.John’s credits include “The Madres” at The Moxie, “Bad Hombres/Good Wives” and “Manifest Destinitis” at the SD Rep as well as the La Jolla Playhouse/San Diego Rep production of “El Henry”, Moxie Theater in “References To Salvador Dali Make Me Hot”, San Diego Repertory Theater in “Zoot Suit” “Water & Power”, “Burning Patience”, “Marriage Is Forever” and “Bandido”. The Ion Theater in “La Gaviota” and “Elliot a Soldiers Fugue”. The Old Globe Theater in “Night of the Iguana”, “Comedy of Errors “, “White Linen”. The Latino Ensemble of San Diego productions of “Short Eyes”, “The Last Angry Brown Hat” and “Ay Compadre” (San Diego & Los Angeles). Still love music…. Musical productions of “Man Of La Mancha”, “Pirates Of Penzance”, “Oklahoma”, “The Fantastiks” , “Nine” and “Evita”. John was also a key member and assisted in the development of the “Amigos Del Rep” play reading series. *Member of Actors Equity Association

Marissa Rodriguez

Marissa has been acting since age 10, performing for camera and stage. She graduated with San Diego State University’s Class of 2021 and earned her Bachelor’s degree in Theatre Arts with an emphasis in Performance. In the spring of 2020, she trained in and studied physical theatre and autobiographical theatre at the University of Kent in England. Despite the challenges and obstacles these times have presented, she is dedicated to spreading relief and love through her art. Marissa thanks her family, friends, instructors, and collaborators for believing in her and inspiring her always.

Tamara Rodriguez

TAMARA RODRIGUEZ Theatre credit: world premiere GROUP! A NEW MUSICAL (Passage Theatre) House Of Joy (San Diego Rep) KISS MY AZTEC (La Jolla Playhouse) The Pitch -World premiere with Paul Rodriguez (LATC); Up Here -world Premiere (La Jolla Playhouse); Yoga Play as Romola (MOXIE Theatre). Regional: Evita, Cabaret, Rock of Ages (Cygnet); Chicago (Moonlight Stage); Westside Story as Maria (Pechanga Casino Resort); Camelot (TheBarnStageCompany); Mary Poppins Regional Tour (Theatre Royale); Les Misérables Regional Tour (Theatre Royal) TV: Sweet Fifteen: Mom, I Want to be an Artist (Telemundo) and Buscando a Timbiriche, La Nueva Banda (Univision). Film: “Sugar silence and everyday violence”, “Cholo Zombies”, “Tazmania” Concerts: Nokia Theatre Live with Shakhar Binespajooh alongside the L.A Philharmonic; Lena Horne Tribute (Isabella Gardner Museum), ALBUM CREDITS: " Infinite Energy" "Radiance" (Buddha Music Group). Graduated cum-laude with a dual major in Voice and Songwriting from Berklee College Of Music.www.tamararodriguezmusic.com@itsnottodayitstamara

Analia Romero

Analía Romero (she/her) is excite to play LuLu Pásale Pásale. You will see her make her Chance Theatre debut as Gabrielle in Call Your Mother. She was a parishioner in the indie movie musical, Spit Me Out, The Barn films. She has played Old Sally/Ensemble, 5Star Theatricals Oliver! Other roles include Doc inWest Side Story, La Catrina/La Mariposa La Lucha, WOWFest 2023, Abuela Claudia In The Heights SDMT, Penelope Pennywise in Urinetown, and Fruma Sara in Fiddler on the Roof. She has sung with the San Diego Opera, SACRA/PROFANA, and La Jolla Symphony Chorus. Analìa holds an M.M. in Afro-Latin music, Cal State L.A. and a B.A. in Music from Northern Arizona University. She is also a free-lance Mariachi guitarist/singer and teaches World Music with City Heights music school and Luminary Arts. Analia is represented by FSE talent, IG: @analiaromero01

Maya Sofia

Maya Sofía is a local artist raised in Tijuana who spent her life crossing the border to attend a performing arts school here in San Diego. Maya graduated from CSUSM in 2022 and is happy to be back with this beautiful team. Some local credits include Felicia in Onstage Playhouse’s Star of Ocotillo, Anita in Teatro San Diego’s West Side Story, Noche in TuYo Theatre's “Daydreamer”, Mimi in SDMT's "Rent" and Olympe in CSUSM's "The Revolutionists". Maya's love for the performing arts is only a reflection of the love and support she has received from her family and loved ones.

Valeria Villa

I am currently a Sophomore in college double majoring in Music and Theatre, as they have been my passion from a very young age. However, playing Nala in The Lion King is what truly made me fall in love with performing in Musical Theatre, and made me decide to pursue it as a career during and after college. That is because I loved having the opportunity to work alongside devoted people who shared my passion, in order to vividly enact personal stories. Thus, allowing others to resonate with them and feel the sense of community and empowerment performing makes me feel.

Dave Rivas

Dave Rivas Señor Muchacosas is grateful to be part of this exciting and new production of Pasale, Pasale! Audiences may have recently seen Dave as Pastor Greg in, Hand to God with The Roustabouts Theatre Co., and as Hector Santiago in the world premiere of, Star of Ocotillo at Onstage Playhouse. Other favorite roles include Eli Whitney in Anything Goes at San Diego Musical Theatre, Jacque Arc in, Mother of the Maid at Moxie, Nathan Detroit in Guys and Dolls at Coronado Playhouse, William Shatner, Kim Fowley and many others in 33 1/3 House of Dreams at SDREP, as well as roles in Oedipus El Rey at SDREP, The Car Plays at La Jolla Playhouse, El Henry, SDREP/LJPH. Dave is also an accomplished Voice actor with numerous TV, radio commercials and video games to his credit. In the world of video games, he is most known for being the voice of Frogger, The Captain of The U.S.S. Enterprise-F in Star Trek Online and Joey Drew in Bendy and the Dark Revival. For more on Dave go to www.daveyboyproductions.com

Patrice Amon

Maria Patrice Amon is a director, producer, scholar, and leader. Directing: Pásale Pásale (TuYo Theatre)Hoops (Milwaukee Chamber Theatre) A Skeptic and a Bruja (Urbanite Theatre) Group! The Musical(Passage Theatre) Hoopla! (La Jolla Playhouse POP Tour) Azul (Diversionary Theatre) Mojada (UCSD) A Zoom of One’s Own (CSUSM) Ich Bin Ein Berliner(Theatre Lab) DREAM HOU$E (CSUSM/TuYo Theatre) Fade (Moxie Theatre), The Madres (Moxie Theatre) Lydia (Brown Bag Theatre Company). Dramaturg: Little Foxes (South Coast Rep) Appropriate (South Coast Rep), Beachtown (San Diego Rep). Patrice was a O’Neil Theatre Center National Directing Fellow, and an Associate Artistic Director at San Diego Repertory Theatre, a 2023 Classical Directing Fellow. She is currently a Co-Artistic Director of TuYo Theatre, a LTC Steering Committee member, and a board member for NNPN. Patrice is an associate professor at CSUSM. JD: California Western School of Law. PhD: UC Irvine. www.mariapatriceamon.com

Mario Vega

Mario Vega is a playwright/lyricist/digital artist from Southern California. He is a graduate from San Diego State University and is currently obtaining his MFA in playwriting at UCLA. He has written the book and lyrics to four full length musicals on top of multiple plays. His work explores Latino identity and the borderlands through lenses of satire and fantasy. Insta @mariovegajr_

Eliza Vedar

Jesus Hurtado

Jesus Hurtado is a Scenic and Projection designer for theater, film, and live events. He received his Bachelor’s of Fine Arts in Theater Design from The University of Southern California, class of 2022. Jesus’ recent works as an associate or assistant designer includes: The Outsiders (Broadway, Jacobs Theater), Redwood (La Jolla Playhouse), SUMO (La Jolla Playhouse), Destiny of Desire (Old Globe Theater), The Ants (Geffen Playhouse), Summer 1976 (Manhattan Theater Club), and The Harder They Come (The Public Theater). Some of his own designs includes, Pasale Pasale (WOW Festival, LJP), Mary Poppins (Village Christian School), The Red Suitcase (The Broadwater), Arsenic and Old Lace (VCS), and Singin in the Rain (VCS).

Carmen Amon

Carmen Amon is a proud Queer Chicanx Costume Designer in the Greater San Diego area.She has been working professionally as a Freelance Costume Designer since 2016. She graduated the same year with a Bachelor's Degree in Theater with an Emphasis in Costume Design from San Diego State University.Her designs have been featured at the Old Globe’s Globe for All, the La Jolla Playhouse’s POP Tour, San Diego Repertory Theater, MOXIE Theater, New Village Arts, Junior Theater, San Diego State University, Southwestern College, Pacific Ridge School, as well as Passage Theater in New Jersey and Urbanite Theater in Florida.

Samantha Rojales

John Spafford

Much of John’s theatrical experience developed during a 34-year career at SeaWorld, both while training the animals, and writing, producing and directing entertainment. He also has been active as a director, actor, designer, and craftsperson in local and regional theatre. A few years ago, he built a workshop in his back yard, and now enjoys building props and Scenery.

Andrea Morin Fernandez

Andrea Morin Fernandez is a San Diego/Tijuana based freelance theatre artist. Andrea's transborder experience informs all of the facets of her artistic work. She holds a double major in Theatre Arts and Spanish from SDSU. She has been a part of Las Fotos Project, the Borderclick photography collective, the Transfronterizx Alliance Student Organization, and Amigos del REP, a theatre council that promotes Latinx theatre in San Diego. You can find Andrea working backstage this summer with TuYo Theatre and around San Diego and Tijuana this fall with the Globe For All tour. Gracias por estar aquí apoyando el arte.

Denise Lopez

Denise Lopez is a versatile theater artist who is passionate about creating theater that reflects and actively involves her community's voices and experiences. Stage Management: The Age of Innocence (The Old Globe), Voces en el Umbral(The Old Globe/Camino 23)The Harvest, Devil in a Box (Onstage Playhouse), Las Cuatro Milpas (TuYo Theater), From the Page to the Stage (Cygnet Theater), Celebrando Latinas (El Latino San Diego). Acting: DayDreamer: A New Musical (TuYo Theater), Just Like Us (SDCC), The Vagina Monologues (UCSB). Directing:The Elaborate Entrance of Chad Deity" (AD, NYU Latinx Theatre Collective), Somos Aire (AD/Swing), The Vagina Monologues" (SDCC). De San Ysidro para el mundo.

Mikaela Macias

Mikaela Rae Macias (she/her) is grateful to have her first opportunity as one of the Producers for TuYo Theatre’s Pasale Pasale! When she is not producing, the last production you may have seen her perform in is Vanity Fair at Scripps Ranch Theatre. Other works you may have seen her in are: Intersections/Revolution: A Conversation on Queerness & Color (SDSU), Regional: Seasons: A New Musical Cycle (Oceanside Theatre Company) The Finish Lines Series: Business Ideas (Cygnet Theatre); Love All (La Jolla Playhouse), Chronicles of Kalki, Mother of the Maid (Craig Noel Nomination, Moxie Theatre); Into the Breeches (North Coast Repertory Theatre); The Mad Ones (Wildsong Productions); Songs for a New World, West Side Story (BroadwayWorld SD Nominations, Teatros SD); Noel, Noel (SD Symphony). Education: B.A in Theatre Performance at SDSU. Instagram: @mikaelaraemacias

Jesus Vazquez

I am a passionate and dedicated Business Management student at San Diego State University with a deep enthusiasm for the entertainment industry, particularly in the film production process. My experiences as an Associate Producer and Lead Cultura Educator have equipped me with strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills. I have coordinated theatrical productions and marketing campaigns, which has only intensified my desire to work in the film industry. I am eager to contribute to the production and making of movies, combining my creativity and management skills to bring captivating stories to life on the big screen.