Tag Archives: The Mission Play

His “Mission”: Educate and Entertain

California history happens this weekend, at the San Gabriel Mission Playhouse. They’ll be giving four performances of The Mission Play–the specific production for which the Playhouse was built, in the 1920’s! The Mission Play, written by John Steven McGroarty in … Continue reading

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Jonathan Salisbury Interview, Part 2

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Creating a Sense of History

On her website, Marissa Herrera describes herself as a “creative being.”  She: dances, choreographs, acts, teaches, writes, and develops content. And this weekend, she also takes her audiences to a historic place. As the San Gabriel Mission Playhouse presents John … Continue reading

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Marissa Herrera Interview, Part Two

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Celebrating Her Heritage

For actor Camila Lopez, The Mission Play is more than just a historic spectacle.   It’s part of who she is. Camila is the daughter of Henry Alva and Beatrice Salazar Alva, who portrayed Pedro and Anita in the original Mission … Continue reading

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Camila Lopez Interview, Part Two

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