Rick Najera Stars in How the Garcia Girls Spent Their Summer in Theatres May 16

Comedic Talent Rick Najera Switches Gears for dramatic role in upcoming feature film

Hollywood, CA – Rick Najera, known for his boisterous comedic film performances (Ladron Que Roba a Ladron, A Day Without A Mexican, Pledge This!), switches gears this month for his dramatic role as the sensitive, one-handed butcher 'Jose Luis' in 'How the Garcia Girls Spent Their Summer'. The feature, written and directed by Georgina Riedel, also stars America Ferrera, Steven Bauer and Elizabeth Peña, and is due out in theatres nationwide May 16, 2008.

How the Garcia Girls Spent Their Summer, originally screened at the 2005 Sundance Film Festival, tells the story of three generations of Mexican American women in one family who experience sexual awakenings over the course of a summer in Yuma, AZ. Najera plays the demure love interest of screen veteran Elizabeth Pena in this compelling and heroic role.

Watch the trailer!

Related sites:

www.mayareleasing.com
www.ricknajera.com

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New York -- Broadway sensation IN THE HEIGHTS has been nominiated for 13....yes, 13
Tony Award nominations, including best musical.

Get ready to experience an exhilarating journey into one of Manhattan's most vibrant communities, named "BEST MUSICAL OF THE YEAR" by New York Magazine and "BEST OF 2007" by The New York Times.  
With an amazing cast, incredible dancing and a gripping story of hope
and self-discovery, IN THE HEIGHTS is your ticket into a world where the coffee from the corner
bodega is light and sweet, the windows are always open, and the breeze carries the rhythm of three generations of music.

During its Off-Broadway run, IN THE HEIGHTS quickly became an audience
phenomenon and a critical success. The response was unprecedented; the musical was luring both traditional and non-traditional theatergoers and garnering a huge cache of accolades, including the Outer Critics Circle Award
and the Lucille Lortel Award for Best Musical. After over 200 performances, IN THE HEIGHTS played its final Off-Broadway show on July 15th, 2007, in order to begin preparations for a move to Broadway. 

Tickets can be purchased at www.ticketmaster.com/artist/1089137?camefrom=CFC_NED_ITH_SITE
or by phone (212) 307-4100. 
 

IN THE HEIGHTS at the Richard Rodgers Theatre, 226 West 46th St (between
Broadway & 8th Avenue ).  For cast info and news on the show, visit www.intheheightsthemusical.com
and www.myspace.com/intheheightsthemusical

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LA MISMA LUNA opens in selected cities

UNDER THE SAME MOON (LA MISMA LUNA) tells the parallel stories of nine-year-
old Carlitos and his mother, Rosario. In the hopes of providing a better life for her
son, Rosario works illegally in the U.S. while her mother cares for Carlitos back in
Mexico . Unexpected circumstances drive both Rosario and Carlitos to embark on
their own journeys in a desperate attempt to reunite. Along the way, mother and son
face challenges and obstacles but never lose hope that they will one day be together
again. Riggen's film is not only a heartwarming family story; she also offers subtle commentary
on the much-debated issue of illegal immigration.  Written by
Ligiah Villalobos and directed by Patricia Riggen. 

A Fox Searchlight release opening March 19.

Starring Kate del Castillo, Eugenio Derbez, Adrian Alonso, America Ferrera,
Carmen Salinas

LatinoExtra.com says,

“A wonderfully, touching film that explores the strong bond between a son and his
mother.  Excellent performances by the entire cast.  Please go out and see this film! 
Support Latino entertainment!”

More info, go to www.foxsearchlight.com/underthesamemoon