Camila Lopez still recalls the oily smell of the greasepaint she carried to school when she played an Indian girl in the "Mission Play" in San Gabriel six decades ago. The paint was red.
Thursday, May 3, 2012
Updating historical San Gabriel pageant will take some doing
The 'Mission Play' was wildly popular in the early 20th century. It was full of stereotypes, but some Indian performers have fond memories. The adapter aims to depict diverse groups more authentically.
Camila Lopez still recalls the oily smell of the greasepaint she carried to school when she played an Indian girl in the "Mission Play" in San Gabriel six decades ago. The paint was red.
Camila Lopez still recalls the oily smell of the greasepaint she carried to school when she played an Indian girl in the "Mission Play" in San Gabriel six decades ago. The paint was red.
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