Wolf at the Door

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Liz Lauren

Ronald Román-Meléndez, Miranda Pepin and Briana J. Resa (from left) in "Wolf at the Door."

Ronald Román-Meléndez, Miranda Pepin and Briana J. Resa (from left) in "Wolf at the Door," American Players Theatre, 2024.

Following up on its 2022 production of The River Bride, American Players Theatre brings to the stage Marisela Treviño Orta’s second play in the series, Wolf at the Door. The story follows the complex relationships among a pregnant woman, her abusive husband, the woman’s companion/maid, and a mysterious visitor; Isthmus reviewer Dan Koehn calls it a “profound metaphorical exploration.” Performances this week are at 8 p.m. on July 12 and 1 p.m. on July 14 (sold out); in repertory through Sept. 18. Check ticket availability at americanplayers.org.

media release: Wolf at the Door, by Marisela Treviño Orta. Directed by Melisa Pereyra.

Every knock at the door comes with a side of risk. But when a predator paces within the walls of your own home, an unexpected stranger may carry salvation. As three women desperately examine their options under the direst of deadlines, they realize they no longer have to fight alone. A rich fable of liberation rife with drama and ritual, featuring poetry as lush and velvety as a moonstruck night. The next step onto Marisela Treviño Orta’s path of Grimm Latinx Fairy Tales (extra emphasis on the grim), continue the journey that began with APT’s glorious production of The River Bride in 2022. Running June 25 - September 18.

Featuring Miranda Pepin, Briana J. Resa, Nancy Rodriguez, Ronald Román-Meléndez

Contains adult themes.