A Hispanic Alliance for Performing and Audiovisual Arts Production
Play in Spanish
Based on the works
Lilith VS. Eve by Lorena Illoldi
and Asmodeus VS. Adam by Miguel Ángel Cedano
Directed by Alexandro Xilo Martinez
From March 20th to 29th, 2026
A Production of the Hispanic Alliance for Performing and Audiovisual Arts
ENTRE EL MIEDO Y EL DESEO
Play in Spanish
Lilith VS. Eva | Asmodeo VS. Adán
Plays by Lorena Illoldi and Miguel Ángel Cedano
Dates: March 20-29, 2026
Location: Carol Theater (8600 Westpark Dr. STE 116, Houston, TX 77063)
Showtimes: Friday 8 PM | Saturday 5:00 PM & 8:00 PM | Sunday 3:00 PM & 6:00 PM
Admission: $30 Online Advance | $35 At the Door
ENTRE EL MIEDO Y EL DESEO
BETWEEN FEAR AND DESIRE
A provocative theatrical experience about what defines us… and what limits us.
📖 Synopsis
Between Fear and Desire is a raw, provocative, and profoundly human theatrical experience that integrates the plays Eve vs. Lilith, by Lorena Illoldi, and Adam vs. Asmodeus, by Miguel Ángel Cedano, into a single, high-impact stage production.
Through ensemble scenes, biting humor, and moments of brutal honesty, the play confronts the inherited fears that affect men and women: the fear of the body, of desire, of sexuality, of love, of motherhood, of imposed masculinity, and of loneliness.
Lilith and Eve, Adam and Asmodeus cease to be mythical figures and become living archetypes that inhabit our relationships, families, intimacy, and everyday violence.
Far from presenting a simple confrontation between genders, the play explores how social roles, cultural expectations, and learned fear shape the way we love, desire, and survive emotionally.
An uncomfortable, honest, and necessary production that invites the viewer to look in the mirror and ask themselves:
How much of who we are is our own choice, and how much is inherited fear?
🌟 What to expect…
The visual approach of Between Fear and Desire uses minimalist and symbolic set design where structures represent traditional roles, cultural norms, and imposed expectations.
The stage becomes an emotional territory where the characters navigate between control and freedom, between what is expected of them and what they truly desire to be.
Movement, physicality, and interaction with the stage elements create a contemporary theatrical language that connects the viewer to their own human experience.
A PLAY THAT SPEAKS OF ALL OF US
This production explores:
• The social construction of gender
• Fear as a cultural inheritance
• Intimacy and emotional identity
• The struggle between desire and repression
• Human vulnerability
• The dynamics of power within relationships
ℹ️INFO
Genre: Contemporary psychological-social drama
Language: Spanish
Running time: 1 hour and 30 minutes (with intermission)
Recommended audience: Teens and adults
📅 Performances
Carol Theatre – 8600 Westpark Dr STE 116, Houston, TX 77063
Friday, March 20, 2026 – 8:00 PM
Saturday, March 21, 2026 – 5:00 PM & 8:00 PM
Sunday, March 22, 2026 – 3:00 PM & 6:00 PM PM
Friday, March 27, 2026 – 8:00 PM
Saturday, March 28, 2026 – 5:00 PM & 8:00 PM
Sunday, March 29, 2026 – 3:00 PM & 6:00 PM
🎟️ Tickets
General Admission: $30 online presale / $35 at the door
👥 Cast
Miguel Angel Cedano
Kimberly Cutz
Aura Pereira
Felipe Salinas
Piero Alessandro
Meche Pérez Lanza
🎭 Credits
Director: Alexandro Xilo Martínez
Vocal Consultant: Felipe Salinas
Visual Consultant: Miguel Angel Cedano
AUTHORS
Lorena Illoldi | Author of Eve vs. Lilith
Miguel Ángel Cedano | Author of Adam vs. Asmodeus
WHY SEE THIS PLAY?
Because it doesn’t offer easy answers.
Because it confronts topics we avoid talking about.
Because it combines humor, emotional intensity, and contemporary storytelling.
Because each spectator becomes part of the mirror the play holds up.
THE AUDIENCE EXPERIENCE
The audience doesn’t just watch the story: they live it.
The production uses an intimate and direct stage language that breaks down barriers between actors and audience, creating an immersive experience that invites personal reflection.
Dare to question what you’ve been taught about love, desire, and fear.
A Hispanic Alliance for Performing and Audiovisual Arts Production
“HAPAA is supported in part by the City of Houston through the Houston Arts Alliance.”
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📞 Contact
For press, partnership, or accessibility inquiries:
📧 contact@hapaa.org 📞 832-431-9823
CAST
Miguel Angel Cedano
ARCHITECT
MASTER IN EDUCATION
ACTOR AND THEATER DIRECTOR
Originally from Nuevo Laredo, Tamaulipas, Mexico, with over 20 years of experience as an actor and 10 years as a director, he founded the independent theater company “Proyecto Teatro” in 2012. He coordinated the “Lucio Blanco” Theater in Nuevo Laredo for over 5 years and taught theater at the School of Artistic Initiation, affiliated with the National Institute of Fine Arts and Literature (INBAL), also located in Nuevo Laredo.
He has over 250 performances as an actor and over 100 as a director in more than 60 different projects, primarily in theater, with some participation in ballet recitals in Mexico and the United States.
He has received 9 awards for his participation in the “Maestro Rafael Solana” State Theater Competitions and 5 awards for his participation in the National Festival of Art and Culture of the National Technological Institute of Mexico.
– Best Director Award, 2011 (Nuevo Laredo).
– Municipal Youth Award, 2016, in the “Artistic Expression” category (Nuevo Laredo).
– Two published works: “Essence of Nostalgia” and “Asmodeus vs. Adam.”
– Diploma in Set Design from Bauhaus University.
Kimberly Cutz
Kimberly Cutz is a multifaceted artist originally from Guatemala, renowned as a singer, actress, and dancer. She began her artistic training at age eight, including musical studies at the National Conservatory of Music, as well as at academies such as Sol La Sing and Stacato Singers. She has been a member of various institutional and religious choirs and participated in Maestro Joaquín Orellana’s choral work, Sacratávica. She has over five years of experience in modern dance. In the field of acting, Kimberly has studied Spanish dubbing and has participated in workshops and performances with the organization HAPAA, standing out in productions such as Myths and Rituals of the Feminine, The Vagina Monologues (2024), Bed for Three, and Middle Ground (2025). She has also appeared in several musicals, which has enriched her stage versatility. She has also been part of productions directed by Somos Todos, such as Educating Dad (2025). She currently resides in Houston, Texas, where she continues to develop her artistic career and actively participate in theatrical productions, thus marking a new chapter in her professional career.
Felipe Salinas
Felipe is a passionate performing artist residing in Houston, with a deep devotion to the performing arts in all their forms. He has embarked on a journey in the industry by performing as an actor, dancer, singer, musician, and vocal director in various festivals and productions. With a background in the exact sciences, he has simultaneously pursued artistic growth by exploring both sides of the human experience: the logical-mathematical and the creative-abstract. Since then, he has collaborated with university and independent companies, where he has had the opportunity to perform on numerous international stages. In addition to his performing arts work, he has been involved in leading workshops, cultural initiatives, and artistic volunteering, reflecting his commitment to creativity and artistic expression in all its forms. Believing in the arts as a tool for expression, self-exploration, and self-knowledge, he contributes to the dissemination of the performing arts through both active and passive participation.
Aura Pereira
Aura Pereira, born in Venezuela, is an actress, singer, and radio producer. This multifaceted artist has participated in theater, film, and music projects in her native country. She has appeared in plays such as “Fango negro” (José Gabriel Núñez), “Crónicas desquiciadas” (Indira Páez), and “La fiesta de los moribundos” (César Rengifo), among others, and in films such as *Azul y no tan rosa* and *La hora cero*. She has directed her own productions, creating her own version of *Romeo and Juliet: Sueño de amor*. From a very young age, she was immersed in the world of arts and culture. She trained as a singer of Venezuelan popular and folk music in groups such as the Avilio Reyes Foundation and the Parrandita Petareña. She studied music at the Lino Gallardo Conservatory of Music in Caracas, was a member of the student choir at the School of Sociology at the Central University of Venezuela, and has studied theater with various academies and professionals in her hometown. She loves art and communication and has dedicated many years of her professional career to developing projects of this kind. She currently resides in Houston and is beginning a new chapter in the arts, creating theater with a Latin American perspective—theater by Latinos for Latinos. She is known for her roles in *The Vagina Monologues* and *Termino Medio*.
Piero Alesandro
Piero Alessandro is an artist originally from Peru who finds a space for creativity and expression on stage. His journey began by imitating Michael Jackson, an experience that allowed him to develop his own style and strengthen his stage presence.
Over time, he broadened his interest to include theater and acting, exploring different ways of telling stories and connecting with the audience. In 2025, he was part of the production of Hapaa Término Medio, where he played Sebastián, solidifying his growth as a performer and his work within an ensemble.
He also creates digital content and continues to explore art as a path of personal evolution and connection with others.
Meche Pérez Lanza
Meche Pérez Lanza is a multifaceted creative based in Houston, Texas, specializing in marketing, humor, and purpose-driven content production. As the founder of Colibrí Creativo, an agency that blends online and offline strategies for brands seeking authentic growth, Meche has helped entrepreneurs, established companies, and public figures boost their visibility with innovative solutions.
In addition to her marketing work, Meche is a stand-up comedian, host of the podcast “Hija Única” (Only Daughter), and creator of “La Chistoteka,” Houston’s first Spanish-language open mic night, where she promotes humor as a tool for expression and community. As an immigrant, mother, and entrepreneur, she centers her narrative on human connection, empathy, and the power of telling real stories with a touch of humor.
Committed to collective growth, Meche also produces cultural events and workshops like “Más Improv, Menos Control” (More Improv, Less Control), designed to strengthen creativity, leadership, and emotional well-being in diverse communities.
Presented at Carol Theater
Carol Theater
Carol Theater is pleased to present a production of HAPAA “Entre El Miedo y El Deseo”
Carol Theater (Centro de Artes Regional Orgullo Latino) It is located at 8600 Westpark Dr, STE 116, Houston, TX 77063.
