Immigrants embrace activism awaiting word on DACA’s future
By Anita Snow The Associated Press “This is the greatest nation in the world,” said Valdovinos. “I feel a responsibility to serve this country.” DACA recipients like Valdovinos are assuming prominent roles in the 2020 elections. They are becoming leaders in the Democratic presidential campaigns of Bernie Sanders and Tom Steyer and get-out-the-vote groups in […]
Check Out Video and Photos From New Musical Americano!
Playbill By Andrew Gan Watch highlights from Americano!, the new musical based on the life of DREAMer Tony Valdovinos that is currently making its world premiere at the Phoenix Theatre Company in Arizona, in the video above. A concept recording for the new musical is also now available. On the release, nine of the more than 20 […]
Cast Set for DREAMer-Inspired Musical Americano! at Phoenix Theatre Company
By Andrew Gans Playbill Magazine Casting is complete for Americano!, the new musical based on the life of DREAMer Tony Valdovinos that will have its world premiere January 29–February 23 at the Phoenix Theatre Company in Arizona. Producing Artistic Director Michael Barnard, as previously announced, will direct the musical inspired by Tony Valdovinos, who, upon attempting to join […]
Photo Flash: First Look at AMERICANO! at the Phoenix Theatre Company
By Broadway World News Desk Broadway World The Broadway-aimed musical Americano!, inspired by the life of DREAMer and community organizer Tony Valdovinos, is now running through February 23 at Phoenix, Arizona’s The Phoenix Theatre Company. Read the rest of the story here!
¡Americano! El musical inspirado en un dreamer
By Telemundo Arizona La vida de Antonio Valdovinos y su intento por pertenecer a la Marina de los Estados Unidos es llevada a los escenarios. Mira el video completo aquí! Watch the Full Video Here!
American! The musical inspired by a dreamer
The life of Antonio Valdovinos and his attempt to belong to the United States Navy is taken to the stage. Click here to Watch the Video from Telemundo.
Arizona dreamer’s life story inspires Phoenix Theatre musical
BY GRISELDA ZETINO KTAR PHOENIX — Tony Valdovinos’ dream of serving in the U.S. Marine Corps was crushed when he found out he was undocumented. “I believed in the Marine Corps for so many years,” he said. “I studied them. I truly honored them.” Now, his life story is being told in a musical called “¡Americano!” […]
‘¡Americano!’: Musical Based On True Story Of DACA Recipient Premieres At Phoenix Theatre
On Wednesday night, an original musical premieres at the Phoenix Theatre. “¡Americano!” is the true story of Antonio Valdovinos de la Mora, an undocumented immigrant who became a recipient of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program. The Show got a behind-the-scenes look at the production. Click here to listen
Arizona dreamer’s life story inspires Phoenix Theatre musical
His dream of serving in the U.S. Marine Corp was crushed when he found out he was undocumented. Now, Tony Valdovinos’ story is being turned into a musical. Click here to listen
THE FACES BEHIND THE PRODUCTION SHARE THEIR STORIES
By Staci Hauk Scottsdale Lifestyle Magazine Americano! is based on the life of Tony Valdovinos, a graduate of Camelback High School who was brought from Mexico by his parents at age two. This true story follows Tony who discovers his undocumented status when he tries to enlist in the Marines. With his lifelong dream of serving in […]
