a play by Bernardo Cubria

produced & directed by Laura Moreno

Amargo and Pootz are two bitter crabs living in a shucking bucket. They spend their days talking chit about the crabs that got out, the ones who couldn't take it, and the losers who still live among them. When a new crab arrives filled with hope and change, they are faced with who they once were and their incessant dream of getting the shuck out.

A brilliant satire about the impact of “crab mentality” on oppressed communities whose members work against one another instead of together.

July 9 - 19, 2025

MATCHBOX 1

RUNTIME:
75 minutes with no intermission

TICKETS:
General Admission
PAY-WHAT-YOU-CAN

Please note that each ticket is subject to a $5 service fee at checkout.

This performance is recommended for ages 13 and over due to mature language. Parental discretion is advised.

The event was independently produced by Laura Moreno with support from Houston Arts Alliance, Mayor's Office of Cultural Affairs, and Bean & Rice Media Arts.

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