Portland native actress Maya Malan-Gonzalez back at Milagro Stage with Teatro Luna

Photo by Amanda de la Guardia 

Many of you remember Maya Malán-González as the young Frida Frida Kahlo in Milagro’s 2007 Frida: Un reatablo. Almost 5 years have passed since this talented local actress moved east to Chicago to study acting at DePaul University. In just a week, Maya will be returning to Milagro as a cast member of Luna Unlaced and Generation Sex {oh!}! 

Before the opening night of Luna Unlaced, and still on the road, Maya took some time to share with us what it means to be back performing for the Portland audience.

Luna Unlaced will mark your return to Portland stages, how do you feel about being back in your home town and back at Milagro?
Being back in Portland to perform at the Milagro stage is electrifying! Having the opportunity to work at my home company with a group like Teatro Luna is such a blessing. I am literally returning to my roots. I cannot wait to perform at Milagro and share with my family, friends and community the work I’ve been doing on my journey since leaving home.

We understand that Teatro Luna is a Pan-Latino theatre company based on Chicago, and that for over 13 years they perform stories relative to Latinos. As a young Latina what is the thing you find more remarkable about the work that Teatro Luna produces?
As a teatrista it is an honor to be a part of Teatro Luna. These women are brilliant and thrilling; I am so proud of the work we’ve done together. I’ve gotten a deeper understanding of familia and sisterhood. These stories are universal and everyone can relate on some level. The feedback we receive in the cities we’ve toured thus far is humbling; the shared experience with the audience is really what is most remarkable.

Tell us a little bit about Luna Unlaced and what the audiences can expect of this show
Expect an adventure. No one knows where the night will go! Each audience member is given a menu with 20 pieces and through a series of random draws, twitter wars and trivia, 12 pieces are chosen; they could be musical numbers, poems, scenes or monologues. Anything can happen with the ladies of Luna!

After Luna Unlaced tour in the states, you and the cast will be part of Edinburgh Fringe Festival in the UK. How do you feel about being part of this renowned international theatre festival?
Being exposed to international theatre through the Edinburgh Fringe festival is going to be such an impactful experience. Teatro Luna is going on a very special adventure and I cannot say how amazed I am to have a front seat.

Last but not least, tell us why Portlanders cannot miss Luna Unlaces at Milagro from July 19-21?
Teatro Luna is on a remarkable journey right now in American Theatre. We are creating original devised work that is sassy and thrilling, presenting it in innovative ways. Luna Unlaced is full of humor and music, sometimes serious, always engaging with a sprinkle of Spanish. An evening with the Luna ladies is a party you do not want to miss!


Do not miss Maya Malán-González back to Portland! Buy your tickets now for Luna Unlaced and Generation Sex {oh!}  For tickets call 503-236-7253 or visit our offices  M- F 9:30 am – 4:45 pm.
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