CASA 0101 Theater will present the world premiere production of “A Woman Named Gloria” by founding artistic director Josefina Lopez, directed by Corky Dominguez and starring actress Karla Ojeda as Gloria Molina.

“A Woman Named Gloria” will be presented on Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and on Sundays at 3 p.m. beginning Aug. 30 and continuing through Oct. 6 in the Gloria Molina Auditorium at CASA 0101 Theater, 2102 E. First St. (at St. Louis Street) in Los Angeles.  

In “A Woman Named Gloria” the spirit of Gloria Molina appears to a young woman who is grappling with a personal crisis that will affect her political career. She becomes enraptured by Molina’s captivating tale – how she became a woman of firsts in a journey of resilience and defiance against adversity, tracing her path to become a Chicana trailblazer, civic leader and the first Latina elected to three political offices. Through Molina’s recounting, she seeks to ignite a spark of inspiration in the young woman’s heart to create her own legacy. The play is also a tribute to the life and achievements of Gloria Molina. 

Tickets for the six-week run of “A Woman Named Gloria” are $25 per person for general admission; $22 per person for students and seniors 60+ and $20 per person for Boyle Heights residents and groups of 20 of more. This show is recommended for all audiences. Advance reservations are highly recommended. For tickets, call the CASA 0101 Theater box office at (323) 263-7684, email tickets@casa0101.org, or buy online at www.casa0101.org.

On Thursday evening, Aug. 29 at 6 p.m., in observance of the 54th anniversary of the Chicano Moratorium, a new mural of Gloria Molina created by artist Margaret Garcia, which was commissioned by CASA 0101 Theater, will be officially unveiled at a dedication ceremony in Boyle Heights. The event is free and will be open to the general public to attend. During the dedication ceremony elected officials, members of Gloria Molina’s family and other VIPs will speak about the significance of the day.

Five question and answer talk back panel discussions will be held on different topics following the Sunday matinee performances on Sept. 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29.