Director-Choreographer Sergio Trujillo on 'Real Women Have Curves' Broadway Musical

The Journey of 'Real Women Have Curves'

• 💡 The Broadway musical "Real Women Have Curves" is described as a laugh-out-loud musical comedy with a massive dose of heart.
• 🎯 Originally a play and then a movie starring America Ferrera, it now brings the immigrant experience to the Broadway stage.

Personal Resonance and Directorial Debut

• 🚀 Sergio Trujillo, known for choreographing hits like "Jersey Boys" and "On Your Feet," makes his Broadway directorial debut with this show.
• 🌟 Trujillo explains he waited nearly 20 years to direct, seeking a project that would resonate personally and universally.
• 🎭 "Real Women Have Curves" is deeply personal for Trujillo, drawing from his experience as the son of an immigrant.

Themes of Sacrifice and Identity

• 💔 The story centers on Latino women working in a garment factory, exploring the conflict between family loyalty and personal dreams.
• 💬 Trujillo shares that his own mother was a seamstress, and the show is a tribute to her sacrifices and those of other women.
• 🔑 The musical is about family, sacrifice, and rewriting one's own story, with the immigrant narrative at its core.

Audience Impact and Empowerment

• ✨ A unique aspect of the show is how deeply audiences connect, with many seeing themselves reflected on stage.
• 👏 The show frequently receives a standing ovation mid-show, an empowering moment celebrating the courage of the actors and the narrative.
• 🎤 Trujillo expresses a mission to empower communities and Latino artists, ensuring their voices are heard.
• 🎯 He believes "Real Women Have Curves" proves what is possible and carries the responsibility of lifting his family, community, and culture.