There is the story we happen to live… the one we weave… but there are also the stories we imagine the stories we make up and the stories that appear in our dreams…
The Burial at Thebes
A good script alone, however, does not a good performance make. Director Marcela Lorca brings this beautifully arresting play to life, and makes it move. It’s no surprise that Lorca often serves as the Gurthrie’s movement coach.
Healing and the Arts…
Speech given by Marcela Lorca at the opening of “The Buddha Prince”, a play based on the Dalai Lama’s life directed by Markell Kiefer. The event was sponsored by the University of Minnesota Center for Spirituality and Healing in its launch of a new Arts and Healing Initiative. Minnesota Landscape Arboretum – 9/13/2009
Syracuse Stage musical ‘Caroline, or Change’ explores issues of race, class and culture
“So, I think that theater has tremendous power to bring people together and look at the same issues that maybe you’re fatigued about … but now you can see them through fresh eyes and through a fresh mind set,” Lorca said.
Time Sensitive
Conceived by Marcela Lorca and the cast Written by the cast Directed by Marcela Lorca Dowling Studio at the Guthrie, MN A comedic and sometimes haunting look at our current times: Times marked by mythical predictions, new climate patterns, social media, youth-led revolutions, and the ever-shifting truths about democracy and the promise of the American […]
Next to Normal
Book and Lyrics by Brian Yorkey Music by Tom Kitt Directed by Jack Reuler Movement Direction by Marcela Lorca Mixed Blood Theater, MN Ah, but if you want raw power and passion, fire and fervor, spirit and brio, then MBT has the production for you. – HowWasTheShow.com
Tales From Hollywood
Tales From Hollywood By Christopher Hampton Directed by Ethan McSweeny Movement Direction by Marcela Lorca Guthrie Theater, MN If the rest of the season proves to be as intellect-tickling and toothsome as this first offering…this golden anniversary promises to be a strong one. -Pioneer Press
Charlie’s Aunt
By Brandon Thomas Directed by John Miller-Stephany Movement Direction by Marcela Lorca Widely regarded as one of the most sensational and entertaining farces of all time, Charley’s Aunt centers on two Oxford undergraduates in search of a chaperone for a proper visit from their girlfriends. Jack and Charley manage to persuade fellow undergraduate Fancourt “Babbs” […]
Time Stands Still
By Donald Margulies Directed by Joe Dowling Movement Direction by Marcela Lorca McGuire Proscenium Stage, Guthrie Theater, MN Every detail, from Walt Spangler’s immaculately designed stage to Marcela Lorca’s impressive movement coaching, is precise, making the play deeply personal and real—more an extension of life than a fictional situation. -Minnesota Monthly
The Sunshine Boys
By Neil Simon Directed by Gary Gisselman Movement Direction by Marcela Lorca Wurtele Thrust Stage, Guthrie Theater, MN As a whole, every element of The Sunshine Boys is near perfect: the script is flawless, the casting is spot on, the set is beautiful. Give it time, and, like its lead actors, it will just keep […]