Bullfighting in Yucatán, Mexico is a world exclusive to men—yet for Elena María, it’s her life’s ambition. With the help of her friend, a matador’s son, Elena begins training secretly. When she discovers her seemingly inherent talent can beat even the most accomplished toreros, she must choose between accepting or breaking society’s limits. A world premiere, Torera tells a poignant story about becoming your truest self by proudly stepping into the ring.
TORERA
by Monet Hurst-Mendoza
directed & choreographed by
Tatiana Pandiani
2025 - NYC
OFF BROADWAY PREMIERE
WP THEATRE
(in association with Long wharf theatre, Sol Project and Latinx Theatre Circle)
CREATIVE TEAM
Scenic Design: Emmie Finkle
Lighting Design: Yuki Link
Costume Design: Rodrigo Muñoz
Sound Design: G Clausen
Video Design: Victoria Sagady
Fight Choreographer: Carter Gill & Skye Bronfenbrenner
Consultants: Rodrigo Ortiz / Olé Entertainment
Photography by Joan Marcus
2023 - HOUSTON, TEXAS
WORLD PREMIERE
Neuhaus Theatre
Alley Theatre
CREATIVE TEAM
Scenic Design: Marcelo Martinez
Lighting Design: Yuki Link
Costume Design: Rodrigo Muñoz
Sound Design: Yezminne Zepeda
Video Design: Victoria Sagady
Fight Choreographer: Adam Noble
Consultants: Olé Entertainment