A New Era for Latiné Musical Theater
Developing, Producing & Amplifying Latiné Voices on the American Stage
Introducing EL MUSICAL
For decades, Latiné creators have contributed to the legacy of musical theater — now it’s time for a platform that uplifts our voices, our stories, and our rhythms. EL MUSICAL will nurture a new generation of creators through grants, mentorship, and opportunities to bring Latiné musicals to life — in Spanish, English, or both!
A new platform powered by Teatro SEA and Grupo Morán LLC dedicated to the promotion, development,
and production of new Latiné musicals.
Teatro SEA: The nation’s premier bilingual Latiné theater for young audiences, with 40 years of producing award-winning original musicals for both young and adult audiences.
Grupo Morán LLC: A commercial independent production/performance group under the direction of Dr. Manuel A. Morán, which boasts a team of seasoned creative professionals whose multi-disciplinary capabilities and experience make them a comprehensive production agency.
Why The Musical
For decades, Latiné artists have shaped the sound and soul of musical theater — from our communities and barrios to Broadway. Yet our voices are still underrepresented. El Musical was created to change that. A platform built by Latiné artists, for Latiné artists — to amplify our stories, celebrate our diversity, and elevate our place in the world of musical theater.
Service to the Field
El Musical strengthens the Latiné musical theater field by offering:
- Space Grants: Free rehearsal and performance space
- Seed Grants: Funding for script and score development.
- Workshops & Showcases: In-progress presentations with feedback.
- Marketing & Strategy Support: Consulting on branding, audience-building.
- Pitch Nights: Artist presentations to peers and potential supporters.
- Punto SEA Hub: An incubator space for open mics, new songs, scenes, and experimentation.
- Online Hub: Dedicated website & social media campaigns to spotlight Latiné creators past, present, and future.
- Creative Network: Access to mentors, collaborators, and resources.
Producing Latiné Musicals
El Musical acts as a producing company, supporting:
- Full Productions: From small stages to major venues.
- Co-Productions & Collaborations: With theaters and festivals.
- Presenting Platform: Hosting Latiné musical works in NYC and beyond.
- Both nonprofit and commercial producing tracks to ensure artistic and financial sustainability.
Latino Theater Investment Group
A groundbreaking initiative under Grupo Morán LLC:
- A collective of Latiné investors supporting the development of new musicals.
- Provides early investment access, mentorship, and co-producer opportunities.
- Seeks equity in Off-Broadway, Broadway, and touring productions.
How El Musical Works
Microgrants for Creators
We fund new Latiné musical projects through microgrants, development space, and mentorship.
Public Showcases & Labs
We present new works in readings, concerts, and workshops—moving the best toward full productions.
Productions & Premieres
We develop and produce full-scale Latiné musicals for Off-Broadway and touring stages.
Latino Theater Investment Group
We train and mobilize Latiné professionals to invest and co-produce theater.
What’s on the Horizon
Telenovela Dreams
A hilarious homage to Latin American soap operas.
Divergentes
A new LGBTQ+ musical set in Chile about love, friendship, loss, and chosen family.
¡Deportado! Un cabaré sin retorno
A powerful cabaret on exile and migration.
Luna
A poetic fantasia on the life and imagination of Federico García Lorca.
Las Mujeres de Casals
The story of Pablo Casals told by the women who loved him.
Sueño de Telenovela
We begin with a dream: Telenovela Dreams (Sueño de Telenovela) The first workshop under the El Musical platform — a bilingual new musical exploring love, identity, and the magic of Latin pop culture. A new musical by Manuel Morán, Jaime Lozano and Manuel Calzada, featuring seasoned and emerging Latiné talent — coming soon to the stage!
Join the Movement
Ways to Engage:
Spread the Word
Follow us on IG @ElMusicalNYC and share the cause
Join Our Advisory Board
Mentor the next generation of Latiné creators.
Donate
Help us fund this historic endeavor.
Become a Partner
Present, co-produce, or host a musical.
Invest in Theater
Join the Latino Theater Investment Group.
Interested? Contact us at mmoran@teatrosea.org
contact us
Address
Teatro SEA | 107 Suffolk Street,
New York, NY 10002
Phone
+1 (212) 529-1545
mmoran@teatrosea.org
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