Americano!

Jan. 16, 2020

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Americano! is a musical that depicts the true story of Tony Valdovinos, a child of immigrants who discovers his undocumented status when he tries to enlist in the Marines.

In this segment:

Antonio Valdovinos Consulting Producer, Americano!
Jonathan Rosenberg Co-Author, Americano!

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