Justina Machado discusses her return to the stage 30 years after first portraying Ana in Real Women Have Curves. She now plays Carmen, Ana's mother, in a new Broadway musical adaptation. Machado reflects on her earlier experience in In The Heights and the desire to originate a role in a musical, showcasing her comedic talent and emotional depth, earning her a Tony nomination. The interview captures her love for the material and the thrill of performing for enthusiastic audiences.
In In The Heights, I was just taking over for a short period of time while Andréa Burns had her vacation. I had already seen it—my friend Carlos Gomez played the father.
My generation's West Side Story! It just blew me away. That was an incredible dream come true. But I always wanted to originate a role in a musical.
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