This production takes place in the Theatre Center's Mainstage.
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TXST SoTDF presents RESUCITÒ
Set in 1990s El Paso, Texas, Resucitó is a powerful and intimate exploration of a Mexican American Catholic community on the verge of transformation.
Texas State University School of Theatre, Dance, and Film (SoTDF) presents Resucitó, a new play written and directed by MFA candidate Robby Sciortino, April 7–12 in the Theatre Center Mainstage Theatre.
Developed alongside an ensemble of undergraduate collaborators during the summer of 2025 and later crafted into a full-length script, Resucitó now takes the stage.
Set in 1990s El Paso, Texas, Resucitó is a powerful and intimate exploration of a Mexican American Catholic community on the verge of transformation. Through the intertwined lives of young first-generation characters, the play examines the tension between tradition and self-discovery. As cultural expectations and religious doctrine collide with personal identity, this community confronts the hidden truths of their upbringing and begins to question the very foundations of the world they were taught to revere.
These young voices are compiled of Stori Silva (Marín), Amalia Cabrera (Lina), Emeli Vasquez (Mariposa), Maddy Jordan (Esme), Omar Meza (Tomás), Gabriella Velazquez (Luz), Damara Ortis (Karina), Logan McGowan (Nick), James Cazares (Julián), Abby Littrell (Lisa), and Emilio Amaya (Ignacio).
The creative team includes Scenic Designer: Emily Cook; Lighting Designer: Kate Gonzales; Sound Designer: Scott Murdock; Costume Designer: Nikki Hernandez; Projections Designer: Andre Rodriguez; Technical Director: Colin Shay; and Production Stage Manager: Sarah Marek. Additionally, this production’s music direction is led by Stori Silva, with folklórico choreography by Omar Rodriguez.
As an original MFA production created by Texas State students, Resucitó highlights the School of Theatre, Dance, and Film’s commitment to new play development and student-driven storytelling. Resucitó also coincides with Graduate Student Appreciation Week (GSAW), celebrating the creative scholarship and artistic leadership of Texas State’s graduate students.
Resucitó runs April 7–12, 2026, in the Theatre Center Mainstage Theatre. Current Texas State undergraduate students may receive one complimentary ticket online courtesy of the President; current graduate students can receive a discounted ticket as part of GSAW programming. Patrons can purchase tickets at txstatepresents.com or at the door.
April 7-12, 2026
TUESDAY, April 7 at 7:30 PM
WEDNESDAY, April 8 at 7:30 PM
THURSDAY, April 9 at 7:30 PM
FRIDAY, April 10 at 7:30 PM
SATURDAY, April 11 at 7:30 PM
SUNDAY, April 12 at 2:00 PM
Ticket Information
Public: $20
TXST Faculty: $15
TXST Student (undergraduate): One (1) complimentary ticket courtesy of the President (additional tickets are $10).
TXST Student (graduate): $5 with GSAW code.
Venue & Parking
The Cast
Marín: Stori Silva
Lina: Amalia Cabrera
Mariposa: Emeli Vasquez
Esme: Maddy Jordan
Tómas: Omar Meza
Luz: Gabriella Velazquez
Karina: Damara Ortis
Nick: Logan McGowan
Julián: James Cazares
Lisa: Abby Littrell
Ignacio: Emilio Amaya
The Production Team
Director: Robby Sciortino
Assistant Director: Kasey Villalta
Music Director: Stori Silva
Folklorico Choreographer: Omar Rodriguez
Production Stage Manager: Sarah Marek
Assistant Stage Managers: Samara Gonzalez, Madison Smith
Production Assistants: Emely Prudencio, Sienna Connally, Kat Johnson, Chip Robinson
Scenic Designer: Emily Cook
Costume Designer: Nichole “Nikki” Hernandez
Lighting Designer: Kate Gonzales
Assistant Lighting Designer: Ren Davis
Sound Designer: Scott Murdock
Assistant Sound Designer: Leon Borroel
Projection Designer: Andre Rodriguez
Technical Director: Colin Shay
Assistant Technical Director: Mackenzie Cooper
Production Manager: Jordan Kelly Andrews
Assistant Production Manager: Kamryn Coleman
Stage Ops Supervisor: Tim White
Theatre Center Scene Shop Supervisor: Ed Kohler
Deck Crew: Chase Ramos, Eva “Jynx” Calvert
Paint Supervisor: Courtney Winkelman
Paint Charge: Reese Van Osten
Assistant Paint Charge: Andy Howard
Scenic Painters: Natasha Newton, Olaf Heins, Rowan Lavelle, Chloe Trail, Alma Booker, Snow Collins, Catherine Kenner, Sarah Lewis, Morgan McQueen, Riley Mohundro, Xander OBrien, Ruby Pedigo-Cloke, Mason Wentz, Chip Robinson, Bianca Stewart, Savannah Marshall
Head Electrician: Catcher Reeves
Assistant Head Electrician & Programmer: Jorge Rebolledo
Lighting Board Op: Amaris Aviles
Sound Board Op: Kendra Wall
Properties Supervisor: Jordan Kelly Andrews
Asst. Prop Shop Supervisor: Emily Cook
Lead Prop Artisan: Rachel Magee
Props Artisans: Ivy Clamons, Emily Cook, Andy Howard, Sarah Lewis, Jen Lim, Natasha Newton, Alex Ohlenburger, Jasmine Pace, Sienna Connally, Elle Schmal
Costume Director: Monica Pasut
Costume Shop Manager: Lauren Dane
First Hand: Nikki Hernandez, Mj Kelly, Chloe Pedraza, Giana Michaud, Theodore Ontivoros-Dravigne, Cel Wackerle
Stitchers: Liam Arney, Rowan Lavelle, Dante Rafael, Gabby Strickler, Orion Van Beveren, Hallie Davis, Mj Kelly, Loralyn Brimer, Janae Payton, Kennedy Sanchez, Kirstin Sikes
Wardrobe Supervisor: Loralyn Brimer
Wardrobe Crew: Addi Cunning, Macie Hiller
Shadow Crew: Ryan Flagg
Production Advisors & Staff
Graduate Directing Advisor: Danielle Roos; Undergraduate Directing Advisor: Kara-Lynn Vaeni; Stage Management Advisor: Leigh’Ann Andrews; Scenic Advisor: Michelle Ney; Costume Advisor: Jack Smith; Lighting Advisor: Matt Webb; Sound Advisor: Scott Murdock; Technical Direction Advisor: Colin Shay; Properties Advisor: Jordan Kelly Andrews; Theatre Center Scene Shop Supervisor: Ed Kohler; Paint Advisor: Courtney Winkelman; Costume Director: Monica Pasut; Cutter/Draper: Hannah Blalock Choat; Wardrobe Advisor: Monica Pasut; Box Office Manager: Robert Styers; Marketing & Communications Manager: Lauren Jurgemeyer; Director of Production: Jordan Kelly Andrews
For more information about this story or other news, email Lauren Jurgemeyer, Marketing and Communications Manager for the School of Theatre, Dance, and Film, at sotdf@txstate.edu.
About the School of Theatre, Dance, and Film
Recently ranked #22 in the World by Hollywood Reporter, Texas State's School of Theatre, Dance, and Film has one of the nation's largest and most notable fine arts programs. With a vibrant and active faculty of industry professionals, the school prepares students for successful careers in the entertainment industry. The school's mission is to nurture the next generation of collaborative, curious, and civically engaged artists, educators, and scholars.