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New theatrical play is based on the life of Dr. Hector P. Garcia

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Posted at 8:06 PM, Sep 22, 2022
and last updated 2022-09-22 21:06:37-04

Texas A &M University-Corpus Christi is staging a play based on civil rights icon Dr. Hector P. Garcia.

Garcia played a pivotal role in the Mexican American community during the 20th century.

In 2021 KRIS 6 News Anchor Pat Simon did a story on how Garcia's experiences set a course for a lifetime of tenacious battles against discrimination.

The play was created by the Department of Theatre and Dance at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi.

Sixteen actors will be playing eighty-one roles. The play is part of the university's Hispanic Heritage Month celebration.

Performances begin on Tuesday, Sept. 27 through Saturday, Oct. 1 at 7:30 p.m.

The closing performance will be on Sunday, Oct. 2 at 2 p.m. at the Texas A &M University-Corpus Christi Warren Theatre.

Tickets are available here.

Learn more about Dr. Hector P. Garcia:

https://www.drhectorpgarciafoundation.org/about

https://www.tamucc.edu/library/exhibits/s/garcia/page/doctor

https://www.kristv.com/news/local-news/dr-hector-p-garcia-memorial-foundation-aims-to-continue-his-efforts

https://www.kristv.com/news/local-news/dr-hector-p-garcias-achievements-honored-on-his-birthday