Event: ‘Cinderella Eats Rice and Beans: A Salsa Fairy Tale’ by Karen Zacarias and Deborah Wicks La Puma

• Thursday, April 30, 2026
• 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

What will happen to Cinderella at the ball … game? That's the surprising climactic question in this contemporary Latin-American Cinderella musical, which delightfully turns the classic fairy tale on its head, telling the story from both Cinderella and the "stepsister's" perspective. Cinderella, a newcomer from Puerto Rico, comes to visit her "stepsister," Rosa, in the United States. The catch … Cinderella only speaks Spanish and Rosa only speaks English. Will these two girls be able to reach an understanding at the (basket) ball game?

With a fairy godfather and other delightful twists to the original story, “Cinderella: A Salsa Fairy Tale” crosses language and gender barriers, weaving a subtle lesson on empathy, sportsmanship and respect. Boys and girls will be cheering in their seats.

Admission is free.

Location: North Lake Campus, Building P, Room P302 (Performance Hall)

• Arts and Culture