World Premiere Comedy

Criers For Hire

By Giovanni Ortega
Directed by Jon Lawrence Rivera

February 11, 2016 thru March 13, 2016

“…told humorously and movingly, with fresh colors and details.” – Los Angeles Times

“…a pitch-perfect climax that mixes laughter and tears…” – LA Downtown News

“A hilarious heartwarming cultural triumph” – Asian Journal

Aurora, Remedios, and Eugenia are three of the most sought-after professional funeral criers in Monterey Park. They are eager to welcome Aurora’s 14-year-old daughter Ligaya (nicknamed Gaya) from the Philippines into their world and teach her their somber trade. However, they soon realize that Gaya has the opposite effect on people, making them laugh instead of cry. What ensues is a hilarious and heartwarming story of cultural identity, generational conflict, and finding home in a new country.

Criers for Hire is produced with generous support from the National Endowment for the Arts.

In community partnership with Asia Society and FilAm Arts.

Media sponsors include Asian Journal and LA 18 TV.

Running time: 90 minutes with no intermission.