Award winning Latina exposes the complexities of life, relationships
The Latino Journal E-News, Vol. 3, Issue 4
When a couple marries the least thing either suspects is a dark hidden secret, that if found out could lead to the failure of their marriage. Such is the case in a new play called “Don’t Call Me Baby” opening March 5, 2010, at CASA 0101 located in the Boyle Heights district of Los Angeles, California, where the husband finds out his wife is a former prostitute. Typically, such a story is told from the husband’s or the wife’s point of view, creating a biased perspective. But, in the case of “Don’t Call Me Baby” it was written from a third person and qualified counselor, Dr. Anna Nogales.
A well-known and respected Latina originally from Argentina, Dr. Nogales has tackled complex marital and relationship issues with a full understanding of how Latino culture intervenes in these delicate matters. Since opening her private practice in 1982 in Los Angeles and Orange Counties, she has dedicated herself to ensuring the mental health and success of women, Latinos, and anyone else who struggles with cultural and personal issues, victimization, and inequality.
“A lot of people don’t open up because they feel they need to protect themselves,” Dr. Nogales told the Latino Journal in an interview last year. “They create an emotional distance that may take their whole life to undo.”
Such is the situation in her play “Don’t Call Me Baby.” It is a story about a couple that seeks counseling after the husband finds out his wife used to be a prostitute. As the story unfolds, we find that the true victim has been the wife.
In addition to the play, Dr. Nogales has written several books, including her most recent “PARENTS WHO CHEAT: How Children and Adults Are Affected When Their Parents Are Unfaithful” (released by HCI: Health Communications Inc. - June 2009).
“The book is a positive one because it talks about forgiveness,” says Dr. Nogales. “But, we have to be truthful that forgiveness is not such a simple thing, it may be a life-long process.”
Don’t Call Me Baby! is directed by Emmanuel Deleage and produced by Josefina Lopez and Lorena Alvarado.
Emmanuel Deleage is a resident director at Casa 0101. He recently directed “8 Ways to Say I Love My Life and Mean It!” which won the 2009 Imagen Award for “Best Live Theatrical Production”. He is a former director and performer with the Los Angeles Poverty Department, a skid row based theater troupe.
CASA 0101 is dedicated to providing vital arts, cultural and educational programs to Boyle Heights, thereby nurturing the future storytellers of Los Angeles who will someday transform the world and is a 501 C 3 non-profit organization.
Don’t Call Me Baby! Show times are Friday’s & Saturday’s at 8 pm and Sunday’s at 7 pm in English and Sundays at 3 pm in Spanish.
Tickets are $15.00 General Admission,
$12.00 Students & Seniors and
$10 for Boyle Heights residents with ID.
Group rates 10+ $12 per person
For ticket reservations, please call 323-263-7684 or reserve online at www.Casa0101.org
CASA 0101 is located in Boyle Heights at 2009 E. First Street, Los Angeles, CA 90033
Showing posts with label Latina Writers. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Latina Writers. Show all posts
Wednesday, February 10, 2010
Wednesday, February 3, 2010
Latina writer fills needed role
Pulitzer-nominated Alisa Valdes-Rodriguez, a woman for all seasons
By Al Carlos Hernandez, January 30, 2010
LOS ANGELES (Herald de Paris) – Alisa Valdes-Rodriguez is the New York Times bestselling author of six novels, with more than one million books currently in print. Time Magazine named Ms. Valdes-Rodriguez one of the twenty-five, “Most Influential Hispanics,” in the United States. Hispanic Business magazine has twice named Ms. Valdes-Rodriguez one of the nation’s top one hundred most powerful Hispanics. Latina Magazine named her, “Woman of the Year,” and Entertainment Weekly hailed Alisa as a, “Breakout Literary Star.” More.
By Al Carlos Hernandez, January 30, 2010
LOS ANGELES (Herald de Paris) – Alisa Valdes-Rodriguez is the New York Times bestselling author of six novels, with more than one million books currently in print. Time Magazine named Ms. Valdes-Rodriguez one of the twenty-five, “Most Influential Hispanics,” in the United States. Hispanic Business magazine has twice named Ms. Valdes-Rodriguez one of the nation’s top one hundred most powerful Hispanics. Latina Magazine named her, “Woman of the Year,” and Entertainment Weekly hailed Alisa as a, “Breakout Literary Star.” More.
Wednesday, December 9, 2009
Latina takes on entertainment world
Daughter of a President and executive producer for Comedy Kings, Luisa Leschin is a writer, an actress, and a renaissance woman extraordinaire
By Al Carlos Hernandez on December 6, 2009
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Determined Latina realizes her dreams
To Become Someone
A determined woman’s quest to realize her dreams
The Latino Journal E-News, Vol. 2, Issue 7
Oxnard, CA – Immigrants come to the United States each year with the hope of creating a better life for themselves. No matter what their aspirations, they bring with them a determination and drive to work hard to become someone. Author Norma Madrigal was one of these people. A Mexican citizen, Madrigal left her home and headed to Los Angeles with the hope, faith and confidence to create a successful and satisfying life. Her novel, To Become Someone in some ways parallels the road she took to get to where she is today.
Amy, the story’s main character, leaves her father’s house and embarks on her adventure to attend school in Los Angeles. Like many college students, Amy works to support herself and attend class full-time. Encountering obstacles along the way, she never gives up on her dreams and is determined to prove to her father that she can make it on her own.
Named the most successful in her graduating class, Amy leaves to complete her internship requirement in a clinic headed by Dr. Brett Zuk. She is instantly taken back by his good looks and charming personality. The chemistry between each of them is evident as she and others notice his eyes always looking her way. Amy is confident that she has met the man of her dreams.
Amy’s feelings and budding relationship with Dr. Zuk begin to cause a rift between her and her best friend, Lana. Jealous of Amy’s new-found love, Lana begins lashing out at Amy and devises a plan in hopes of destroying her friend’s romance. As the plot thickens, Amy begins to question Dr. Zuk’s motives. She is left with feelings of doubt about their relationship, his love for her and wonders if she is a pawn in his game.
To Become Someone
Trade paperback, soft cover
Approximately 148 pages
ISBN: 978-1438918143
$17.99 retail price
Available at www.amazon.com and www.barnesandnoble.com
About the Author
Norma Madrigal spent her childhood years in Michoacan, Mexico, where she realized her passion for writing. Her love for drafting short stories, songs and poems earned her The International Library of Poetry’s “Editor’s Choice Award” in 2008. The author has plans to continue writing and publishing novels, with the goal of catching Hollywood’s attention, and seeing her novels acted out on the big screen. Madrigal resides in Oxnard, California where she works as a medical assistant and certified phlebotomist technician.
A determined woman’s quest to realize her dreams
The Latino Journal E-News, Vol. 2, Issue 7
Oxnard, CA – Immigrants come to the United States each year with the hope of creating a better life for themselves. No matter what their aspirations, they bring with them a determination and drive to work hard to become someone. Author Norma Madrigal was one of these people. A Mexican citizen, Madrigal left her home and headed to Los Angeles with the hope, faith and confidence to create a successful and satisfying life. Her novel, To Become Someone in some ways parallels the road she took to get to where she is today.
Amy, the story’s main character, leaves her father’s house and embarks on her adventure to attend school in Los Angeles. Like many college students, Amy works to support herself and attend class full-time. Encountering obstacles along the way, she never gives up on her dreams and is determined to prove to her father that she can make it on her own.
Named the most successful in her graduating class, Amy leaves to complete her internship requirement in a clinic headed by Dr. Brett Zuk. She is instantly taken back by his good looks and charming personality. The chemistry between each of them is evident as she and others notice his eyes always looking her way. Amy is confident that she has met the man of her dreams.
Amy’s feelings and budding relationship with Dr. Zuk begin to cause a rift between her and her best friend, Lana. Jealous of Amy’s new-found love, Lana begins lashing out at Amy and devises a plan in hopes of destroying her friend’s romance. As the plot thickens, Amy begins to question Dr. Zuk’s motives. She is left with feelings of doubt about their relationship, his love for her and wonders if she is a pawn in his game.
To Become Someone
Trade paperback, soft cover
Approximately 148 pages
ISBN: 978-1438918143
$17.99 retail price
Available at www.amazon.com and www.barnesandnoble.com
About the Author
Norma Madrigal spent her childhood years in Michoacan, Mexico, where she realized her passion for writing. Her love for drafting short stories, songs and poems earned her The International Library of Poetry’s “Editor’s Choice Award” in 2008. The author has plans to continue writing and publishing novels, with the goal of catching Hollywood’s attention, and seeing her novels acted out on the big screen. Madrigal resides in Oxnard, California where she works as a medical assistant and certified phlebotomist technician.
Wednesday, December 2, 2009
Latina makes being bilingual easier
Creating bilingual children using a unique approach
The Latino Journal E-News, Vol. 2, Issue 6
Washington, D.C. – The U.S. Census Bureau estimates there are 46.9 million Spanish-speaking people living in the United States today. In this era of globalization, there are significant advantages for those who are able to speak more than one language, and in particular Spanish and English. Recognizing this reality, parents are looking to give their children every competitive edge.
Author Celina Penovi offers children a never-before-seen, fun, easy and effective way to become bilingual in her new series of English/Spanish storybooks. An international lawyer from Argentina and mother of four, Celina knows first-hand the importance of communicating fluently and effectively in both Spanish and English – while making the endeavor fun.
“Learning a second language is not as hard as it seems,” says Celina. “Reading books that are interesting and fun makes everyone more open and relaxed, so learning becomes smoother and more pleasant.”
The series of English/Spanish books includes:
- Scramble Breakfast (Alboroto a la Hora del Desayuno), a tale of hilarious breakfast table mishaps that occur between the food and utensils at the table.
- The Clumsy Stork (La Cigüeña Despistada), the story of a stork exhausted after a night of partying and the humor of delivering babies the next morning.
- Guess it if you can! - School Time! (¿Adivinarás, quizás? - ¡Hora de ir a la escuela!), eight riddles about activities taking place during the school day.
All books are written with matching stanzas in English and Spanish to make learning even easier, and are beautifully illustrated. The books are reminiscent of Dr. Seuss, with it’s fun, snappy rhymes. An excerpt of a riddle from Guess it if you can! - School Time!, reads:
En la cartuchera In the pencil box
yo me escondo I hide
junto a la lapicera. with the pen standing at my side.
Pinto con la crayola With the crayons
sobre el papel the paper we seek
bailando cola con cola. to paint while dancing cheek to cheek.
Visit www.kidspoemas.com to get a sense of Celina’s unique approach.
The series of books can be purchased at www.authorhouse.com, www.amazon.com, or www.barnesandnoble.com.
About the Author
Celina Penovi was born and raised in Buenos Aires, Argentina. She received her masters degree in International Law from UC Berkeley and is a licensed attorney in Argentina and California. At present, she is senior counsel at the World Bank. In her spare time she assists in charitable work, and enjoys playing sports and guitar. She currently resides just outside of Washington, D.C. with her husband and four boys.
The Latino Journal E-News, Vol. 2, Issue 6
Washington, D.C. – The U.S. Census Bureau estimates there are 46.9 million Spanish-speaking people living in the United States today. In this era of globalization, there are significant advantages for those who are able to speak more than one language, and in particular Spanish and English. Recognizing this reality, parents are looking to give their children every competitive edge.
Author Celina Penovi offers children a never-before-seen, fun, easy and effective way to become bilingual in her new series of English/Spanish storybooks. An international lawyer from Argentina and mother of four, Celina knows first-hand the importance of communicating fluently and effectively in both Spanish and English – while making the endeavor fun.
“Learning a second language is not as hard as it seems,” says Celina. “Reading books that are interesting and fun makes everyone more open and relaxed, so learning becomes smoother and more pleasant.”
The series of English/Spanish books includes:
- Scramble Breakfast (Alboroto a la Hora del Desayuno), a tale of hilarious breakfast table mishaps that occur between the food and utensils at the table.
- The Clumsy Stork (La Cigüeña Despistada), the story of a stork exhausted after a night of partying and the humor of delivering babies the next morning.
- Guess it if you can! - School Time! (¿Adivinarás, quizás? - ¡Hora de ir a la escuela!), eight riddles about activities taking place during the school day.
All books are written with matching stanzas in English and Spanish to make learning even easier, and are beautifully illustrated. The books are reminiscent of Dr. Seuss, with it’s fun, snappy rhymes. An excerpt of a riddle from Guess it if you can! - School Time!, reads:
En la cartuchera In the pencil box
yo me escondo I hide
junto a la lapicera. with the pen standing at my side.
Pinto con la crayola With the crayons
sobre el papel the paper we seek
bailando cola con cola. to paint while dancing cheek to cheek.
Visit www.kidspoemas.com to get a sense of Celina’s unique approach.
The series of books can be purchased at www.authorhouse.com, www.amazon.com, or www.barnesandnoble.com.
About the Author
Celina Penovi was born and raised in Buenos Aires, Argentina. She received her masters degree in International Law from UC Berkeley and is a licensed attorney in Argentina and California. At present, she is senior counsel at the World Bank. In her spare time she assists in charitable work, and enjoys playing sports and guitar. She currently resides just outside of Washington, D.C. with her husband and four boys.
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