RCA Theatre Company

Altar

As an ice breaker, students will learn a traditional Mexican tongue twister. Using a brief discussion about the themes of ALTAR as a starting point, the students will then, working individually, write a short scene or monologue that explores the subject of accountability, an important element in the story of ALTAR. Eugenio longs to hold an ex-boyfriend accountable for ghosting him, but throughout the action of the play, we discover that Eugenio has also ghosted a loved one and must reckon with the consequences of his own actions. The writing exercise will encourage students to creatively examine what it means to be held/hold others accountable, and how this impacts our relationships.  

WORDS IN SPANISH THAT APPEAR IN ALTAR –

• Abuela: Grandmother
• Papá: Dad
• Mamá: Mom
• Día de Muertos: Day of the dead
• Flor de cempasúchil: Marigold flower
• Gracias: Thank you