Los de Aquí, los de Allá y Nosotros: A Spanish-Language Border Story Comes to Yuma

On August 7, 2025, I had the honor of stepping onto a stage for the very first time as part of the grassroots play Los de Aquí, los de Allá y Nosotros, presented at Comité de Bien Estar in San Luis, AZ. Written and directed by Pedro Osuna and produced by Mario Hernandez, this powerful play explores themes of border life, identity, migration, nostalgia, humor, and reflection—all performed entirely in Spanish.

Members of the Cast

Meet the Cast & Creative Team

This production came to life thanks to an incredible group of community members who poured their hearts into every rehearsal and performance:

• Joaquín Encinas

• Carolina Torres

• Blanca Alvarado

• Mario Hernandez

• Saul Estrada

• Klaudia Mont

• Ericka Varela

• Laura Barajas

• Christian Sandoval

• Myself, Marcia Hernandez

  
  

With Pedro Osuna as writer and director, and Mario Hernandez as producer, each member of this cast brought their unique background, passion, and dedication to the stage.

My First Time Acting

To be completely transparent, this was my first-ever acting role. From reading the script to discovering the heart of my character, every step was a rollercoaster of emotions. We only had about a month and a half to prepare, but in that short time I learned more about storytelling, courage, and community than I ever expected.

I had never memorized a monologue before, so I decided to record myself reading the script. On my long drives to the studio I listened to it trying to memorize each word and adding my own feel to it as I started learning it. That trick helped me, but the nerves were still real. As the performance date approached, thoughts circled in my mind: What if I forget my lines? What if I freeze? What will my family think?

Cast of Los de aquí, los de allá y nosotros smiling together during rehearsal in San Luis, Arizona.

Cast member Mario Hernandez rehearsing at Brush It Art Studio in Yuma AZ

Portrait of cast member Marcia Hernandez during promotional photoshoot by Joaquin Encinas.

Cast member Saul Estrada rehearsing script

Cast after rehearsal in San Luis, AZ

Portrait of Pedro Osuna Write and Director

Together with my castmates, rehearsing at Brush It Art Studio, at Joaquín & Caro’s home, and at Comité de Bien Estar, we built trust, shared laughter, and pushed through our fears.

The San Luis Premiere

Finally, August 7 arrived. With shaky hands and anxious hearts, we took the stage in San Luis. And when the final scene ended, something unforgettable happened the audience rose to their feet in a standing ovation.

People came up to us afterward saying they laughed, cried, and saw themselves reflected in the stories. That moment made every late-night rehearsal worth it.

What made the night even more meaningful was that half of the proceeds were donated to Grupo Actívate / Get Active at Comité de Bien Estar, supporting community health and wellness programs. From the very beginning, this project was about more than art—it was about community.

Cast member Ericka Varela during final rehearsal in San Luis, AZ

Cast members Mario and Marcia Hernandez smiling before the show in San Luis, AZ

Cast members during final rehearsal

Cast member Marcia Hernandez smiling with audience member Nancy Rivera

Cast members Laura Barajas and Marcia Hernandez smiling before the show

Cast member Joaquin Encinas during final rehearsal in San Luis, AZ

Now Showing in Yuma

I’m beyond proud to share that we are bringing Los de Aquí, los de Allá y Nosotros to Brush It Art Studio in Yuma, AZ, on Saturday, September 20, 2025. There will be two evening showings, giving you a chance to experience this heartfelt performance for yourself. And yes, my role is fitting I play an artist. 🎨 This character, like so many in the play, reflects pieces of our daily lives at the border: our joys, our challenges, and our unspoken truths.

Why You Should See It

This play isn’t just theater—it’s a mirror. It brings to light the experiences we often don’t talk about but that shape our Latino culture and border life. Stories of migration, identity, family, and resilience are told with humor, nostalgia, and raw honesty.

Even if you don’t speak Spanish, you will feel the emotions on stage. The laughter, the tears, and the power of storytelling go beyond language.

Thank You to Our Sponsors & Supporters

This production presented on August 7th would not have been possible without the support of our incredible sponsors:

• Allo Communications

• Bodega23 Mexican Modern Cantina

We are also deeply grateful to Joaquín Encinas Photography and Carolina Torres for capturing our journey through beautiful photography that keeps these memories alive.

Event Details

📅 Date: Saturday, September 20, 2025⏰

Times: Two evening showings📍

Location: Brush It Art Studio, 245 S Main St Unit B, Yuma, AZ (entrance via Maiden Ln parking lot)

🎟 Tickets: $15 (reserve yours here: 6:00 PM, 8:30 PM)

✨ Please note: due to the nature of some topics, this is a PG-13 performance.

Bring your mamá, your abuelita, your tíos, or simply bring yourself. Let your heart be immersed in stories that reflect who we are, where we come from, and how we laugh, cry, and grow together.

We can’t wait to welcome you to Brush It for this special production—a Spanish-language play for our community, by our community. ¡Te esperamos!

Con Amor 💜,

Marcia

Cast of Los de Aqui, los de Alla, y Nosotros