What do people say about headRush ?

"Gutsty performance illuminated by sharp social awareness"

--Leonard Pitt, Artist/Author/Director

 

 

"An incredible performance featured many perspectives not showcased in mainstream media, digging deep into the multiple impacts of oppression, police brutality, violence against women, and much more-- Don't miss Raw-Dios: Behind the Pigpen in the Morning!"

--Maureen Benson, UC Berkeley School of Education

 

 

"I loved Raw-Dios! It's a sharp contemporary piece that combines rich story, artistic quality and social commentary..."

--Josie Talamantes, Chief of Programs at the California Arts Commission

 

 

“headRush channels the youthful dynamism, political consciousness and humor of the “ñ” generation. Audiences relate and cheer accordingly. I am always looking forward to performing with them again, anytime, any place.”

Bill Santiago, stand-up comedian (Spanglish 101, Comedy Central)

 

 

"headRush represents the evolution of Chicano theater. Teatro is many things and today, most certainly, it is rip tide spoken word, anti-globalization agit-prop performed by a high energy multicultural crew."

Elisa Marina Alvarado, Artistic Director, Teatro Vision

 

 

“This group weaves together words, movement, and rhythm in a way that is artistically refreshing and politically important.  See them!”

Herb Kohl, life long educator, author of over 30 titles and founder of the Center for Teaching Excellence and Social Justice at the University of San Francisco

 

 

"headRush comes on like a locomotive - high-energy performance and thought-provoking humor combined!  Are they spoken word? Are they comedy? Are they political theatre? They are all of the above and more! Their collective talent and their innovative style take on the issues of our day with their own unique spin, challenging the audience to both laugh and think, and have a great time doing both!"

Felicia Gustin, Co-Director of Speak Out

 

 

“headRush takes spoken word, poetic verse theatre, and guerilla theatre and throws is all in a stew to create a magical dish… I can't wait to see it again to see what new things I can get out of it.”

Gerald Reyes, 6th grade teacher at Lighthouse Community Charter School in Oakland

 

 

“headRush magically creates a compelling combination of scathing political commentary, brilliantly written and executed spoken word and energetic, intentional movement, all from the perspective of educators who really understand and care about young people and community. You can’t get better than that!”

Sarah Crowell, Executive Director of Destiny Arts Center

 

 

“I’ve never seen anything like this, I’ve only imagined it.”

Mark Gonzalez, bass player for the group Grito Serpentino