Hollywood, CA — In a city celebrated for its cinematic dominance, it was the intimacy of live theater that captured hearts on July 17th. The premiere of 158 Steps, a solo performance by Brazilian actor Renato Fimene, marked a significant cultural moment for Latin theater and immigrant storytelling in Los Angeles. Directed by César Baptista with visual collaboration from Thiago Roma, the production opened at The Artisans Creative Spaces to a full house and resounding praise. Performed in Portuguese, English, and Spanish, 158 Steps is a poetic monologue that explores the intersection of art, identity, and survival in an America grappling with its immigration … Continue reading 158 Steps Debuts in Hollywood: A Stirring Ode to Latin Theater and the Immigrant Experience