Written by Karen Zacarías
Directed by Henry Godinez
“Both epic and tragic”
– CHICAGO READER
The Sins of Sor Juana
Jun 19 – Jul 25, 2010 in Goodman's Albert Theatre
2 hours and 10 minutes
Legendary Mexican poet Juana Inés de la Cruz writes expressive, sensual verse at the Viceroy’s court in the 1600s, a time when it was unfashionable—and sinful—for women to exercise their intellect. The Viceroy is jealous of Juana’s influence on his beautiful wife, the Vicereine, who has arranged a profitable marriage to ensure that Juana will always have a place at court. Believing his own marriage is threatened by Juana’s engagement, the Viceroy hires a charming, educated rogue to seduce Juana and destroy her reputation. When Juana refuses to compromise her poetry for what the church ordains appropriate, she stands to lose everything she loves.
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