Oscar Wao meets his roommate, Yunior, at Rutgers and they quickly bond over Watchmen comics. Oscar tells him about his crush. Yunior teaches him how to approach her with style, and then Oscar successfully starts a friendship with her that he hopes will turn into more. 

This is a fun story about a young man learning about life and love at college. Marco Antonio Rodriquez adapted the novel by Junot Diaz. 

In a very fun touch, the stage crew is dressed just like Oscar.

Lenin Izquierdo is great as Oscar Wao, who slowly builds up confidence in himself. Kelvin Grullon is excellent as the charismatic Yunior, who helps Oscar achieve his goals. Julissa Calderon is superb as Oscar’s sassy sister, who is a romantic interest for Yunior. Jalbelly Guzman is great as Jenni, who probably doesn’t like Oscar as much as he likes her. Arik Vega is stellar in the tough role as Jenni’s ex-boyfriend and other bad guys. Rossmery Almonte is solid as La Inca. Lastly, Yohanna Florentino is very good as Oscar’s mother. 

Cost of a ticket: $69 (Main Floor)

PlaylistHQ Economic Rating: Good Value

Rating Scale: Exceptional > Good Value > Discounted > Go for Free > Don’t Bother

Get tickets now for The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao through April 12th. 

Quinn Delaney