Four free performances of the bilingual Mexican folktale The Lizard & El Sol at Playhouse Village Park (Photo – Playhouse Village)
A beloved Mexican folktale is coming to life in Pasadena this April as The Lizard & El Sol takes the stage for two free performances each day during the first two weekends of the month at Playhouse Village Park. Adapted from Alma Flor Ada’s cherished story, the production follows a small but fearless lizard determined to bring back the missing sun.
By Melanie Hooks
With live music, bold visuals, and a heartwarming message about perseverance and community, the show offers a joyful first theater experience for young audiences. Its creators describe it as a celebration of the light each person brings into the world.
Presented primarily in Spanish, the performance is designed to be fully enjoyed and understood by both Spanish and non-Spanish speakers. The bilingual storytelling invites families of all backgrounds to share in the adventure.
“Adaptada del cuento popular de Alma Flor Ada situado en México, esta vibrante historia bilingüe sigue a una lagartija pequeña y valiente en su búsqueda para recuperar el sol perdido,” the production notes explain. “Con música en vivo, imágenes audaces y un mensaje conmovedor sobre la perseverancia y la comunidad, ‘The Lizard & El Sol’ es una experiencia teatral alegre para el público joven y una celebración de la luz que traemos todos al mundo.”
Organizers emphasize that the show’s accessible format ensures that la obra se presenta principalmente en español, pero está diseñada para que la disfruten y la entiendan tanto hispanohablantes como no hispanohablantes.
With its blend of cultural storytelling, vibrant staging, and family-friendly accessibility, The Lizard & El Sol promises to brighten springtime in Pasadena, much like the sun its tiny hero sets out to find.
The Lizard & El Sol Saturdays & Sundays, April 11, 12 9:30 am & 11:00 am Location Various Parks: -Playhouse Village Park (Pasadena) -Victory park (Pasadena) -Loma Alta Park (Altadena) Free.
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