“An Enemy of the Pueblo” by Josefina López

Name: “An Enemy of the Pueblo” by Josefina López
Start: 2026-04-11
Location: The Western Stage, 411 Central Ave Building K

Apr

Date

11 Apr (Saturday)

Time

Sat, 7:30 – 9:30 PM

Venue

The Western Stage, 411 Central Ave Building K

Salinas, CA, United States

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The compelling drama “An Enemy of the Pueblo” by acclaimed playwright Josefina López is currently being presented by The Western Stage in Salinas, California. This modern adaptation of Henrik Ibsen's An Enemy of the People explores themes of environmental justice, integrity, and community through the lens of a Mexican-American border town.

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Event Details

Creative Team

•“An Enemy of the Pueblo”

•The Western Stage

•Venue: The Western Stage, located at Hartnell College, Building K, 411 Central Avenue, Salinas, CA 93901.

•Upcoming Dates (March 2026):

•Friday, March 27, 2026 at 7:30 PM

•Sunday, March 29, 2026 at 7:30 PM

•Recurrence: The production repeats regularly, with performances anticipated through October 18, 2026.

•Description: Set in the community of Milagros, the story follows a curandera (faith healer) named Magdalena who discovers the town's water is poisoned. As she attempts to warn the community, she faces fierce opposition from those whose economic livelihoods depend on the water.

•Tickets: Information and reservations are available through the Arts Council for Monterey County or directly at The Western Stage website.

•The Western Stage website

•Playwright: Josefina López (noted for Real Women Have Curves).

•Director: Estrella Esparza-Johnson.

•Music Director: Jeremiah Martinez.

Updated at 23 Mar 2026