Madissyn Zapata is delighted to be returning to Teatro Audaz for a second season as the Resident Stage Manager, with “Luchadora!” being her 6th production. While stage managing, she is also the alternate for the role of Lupita. Born in Houston and raised in San Antonio, Texas, Madissyn has always been involved with the Fine Arts, continuing well into high school with Taft Theatre. Graduated from Communications Arts High School in 2021 and is currently enrolled in Northwest Vista College, she joined the Teatro Family with their musical production of “Marachi Girl” in the spring of 2022. Madissyn would like to thank Teatro Audaz for the opportunity to aid in telling this story and her friends and family for their patience and supporting her in her artistic endeavors.

Axa Soria has been blessed with the opportunity to be the Production Manager for Luchadora!. She is extremely excited and proud of all those she is able to work with. Axa was born in Mexico and raised here in San Antonio keeping her close to her heritage and roots. She is currently attending UTSA and pursuing a degree in Spanish with a focus on Interpretation and Translation Studies. Axa began her tech career at the Taft Theater department while she was in high school at the magnet school Communications Arts. She was able to be Assistant Director and Stage Manager for various shows while in High School. Luchadora! is Axa’s fifth show at Teatro Audaz, her first four being Mariachi Girl, The Mesquite Tree, Bad Hombres Good Wives and La Pastorela Audaz. She is incredibly grateful for the opportunity to continue working with them, the people, and the directors. Special thanks to the Soria family for always supporting her and her passion!

Max Estudillo (he/him) is a theatre artist in the Central Texas area that is so proud to be a part of this production. He is a Terry Scholar graduate from Texas State (Theatre Education, BFA) and College of the Mainland (Theatre, AA). His past technical/design credits include Midsummer Night’s Dream (SAC), and Teatro Audaz’ Pastorela Audaz, Panza Monologues, and Bad Hombres, Good Wives. He is also VFW Post #9186’s Teacher of the Year 2023 and San Antonio Magazine’s Thank-A-Teacher of the Year 2022. Max also goes by “Mr. E” when he works and teaches his wonderful students at Young Women’s Leadership Academy and SAISD. He would like to thank Teatro Audaz for their commitment to provide exceptional theatre for the comunidad and the opportunities they have given him to grow as an artist, his familia por todo el apoyo, y también a Abuelito and Abuelita a quien les dedica todo el trabajo y la arte que hizo en esta producción de “Luchadora!”. For more info, tinyurl.com/maxestu

Larry Martinez Jr. is a 23 year old theatre artist born in San Antonio, Texas. After spending 4 years in Corpus Christi, Texas pursuing his Bachelor’s Degree at Texas A&M University, he is back in his hometown and excited to collaborate with artists in the city. He has lighting designed shows with Teatro Audaz most recent season, and is excited to return with this new season. He also works with multiple country/rock artists in various venues around Texas. He has recently taken a job as Jefferson High School’s Tech Director and teacher. Larry has three sisters and one brother, and he hopes to inspire them to chase their dreams and passion through his work.

Stephen Gamez is a SAC Theatre alumni and graduate of Texas A&M Corpus Christi (TAMUCC) and holds a Bachelor’s in Theatre Arts with an emphasis in Acting/ Directing. Since then he has served as light-board operator for Mariachi Girl, props master on The Mesquite Tree, Leo/ Pepito in Bad Hombres/ Good Wives, and sound board operator for The Panza Monologues. He would like to thank his friends, family, and God for all their love and support.

Jillian went to Texas State University and received her BFA in Theatre with a teaching certification. She is a passionate performer/technician who loves to share her passions with the youth of San Antonio. She is currently the head director at Scobee Middle School in SWISD in San Antonio Texas. Her previous designer credits include: Bad Hombres Good Wives (Costume Designer) where Jillian has received the Excellence in Costume Design award by the Alamo Theatre Arts Council. She would like to thank her family for all their support and her students who remind her everyday to continue to grow and learn to be the best she can be!

Abe has worked as Performer, Choreographer, Technical Director, Electrician, Production Stage Manager, Designer, and Director for various venues across Texas. He has been seen as Luzbel in La Pastorela with Teatro Audaz, Ricky Ricardo in Babalu: An I Love Lucy Parody with KGJ Productions, and was a part of Da! Theatre Collective’s DAYBOYNIGHTGIRL. Abe has Stage Managed for Teatro Audaz’s Casa De Muneca, Taming of the Shrew, Curanderas & Chocolate and Frida Vice Versa, and was Co-Director of Men of the Verge of a His-PANIC Breakdown. Abe holds a BFA in Theatre from Southwestern University and a MA in Theatre Arts from Texas A&M University-Commerce. He was awarded Technical Director of the Year at Texas Thespians for the 2021 School Year, Teacher of the Year for 2023 and is also 1/3rd of the folks behind MAB Technical Theatre Compendium. He is grateful to share his passion for Theatre with a company that supports the Latinx Community! He would like to thank his friends and family for their love and support. Viva Teatro!

Anastacia Islas is the Theatre Arts Director at Marion High School in Marion TX. She has a BA in Theatre Arts from Texas A&M Corpus Christi and also studied theatre at San Antonio College. Last year she took part in four shows with Teatro Audaz, previous shows include La Pastorela, The Panza Monologues Tour, The Mesquite Tree, and Bad Hombres/Good Wives where she won an Alamo Theatre Arts Council award for best supporting actress! She is super excited to be telling Latinx stories with such wonderful and talented people. She would like to thank her family and students for their support!

Laura is the new Theatre Coordinator and Director at SAC as well as the founding Executive Artistic Director of Teatro Audaz San Antonio, and she is honored to have partnered with San Antonio College for the opportunity to showcase this production on McCreless stage. Laura has an AA in Drama (San Antonio College) a BA in Theatre Arts (University of Incarnate Word) and an MFA in Directing (Texas State University), and she has also trained abroad with the Royal Shakespeare Company. Before returning to SAC, she worked as a Theatre educator/director for the past 9 years, most recently as part of the 2021 6A UIL OAP State Champion Taft High School Theatre team. Laura has performed in, directed and produced many shows in and around the San Antonio area, winning 3 ATAC awards for her work as an actor and director. Other honors include; The Kennedy Center Washington D.C. - 2010 KCACTF Merit Award for directing and sound design, and 2011 KCACTF Directing award and National Finalist.