In one scene, Chris will confront Selena and challenge her to set out on her own, leaving the family. Ultimately, Selena overcomes her obstacles and achieves her crossover dream. It is the story of an American family, a Mexican-American family, of any family who really cares and struggles for a dream. The play will pay homage to her spirit and the incredible impact she had on people. The fact that there is already a movie on the subject made Gallardo's job a bit tougher.
People already know the story.
You have to retell the same story but differently. But that is what's wonderful about theater. In live theater, you have live contact, you see the persons, crying, laughing and it touches the heart. It makes you feel those things, whereas in film you can look away. Virchis, the director, said it will be a different experience, especially for those who rarely go to theatrical productions.