Sherlock holmes: the timbers family file
By LatinX Theatre Project
Performances
friday, JuNE 21 at 7pm–TheatreSquared
About the play
LatinX Theatre Project’s newest play, Sherlock Holmes: The Timbers Family File reimagines Sherlock Holmes as a Latine/x detective living and operating within their community. Our story follows a younger version of Sherlock Holmes as they make a name for themselves as the city’s newest detective by uncovering a string of robberies that has the entire neighborhood shook and police cracking down on the homies. With the help of the community and their unlikely companion, Watson, Sherlock is determined to figure out who is behind it all, and how to stop them.
ABOUT THE PLAYWRIGHT
The LatinX Theatre Project (LXTP) advocates for social change by creating ensemble-made, multi-disciplinary performances that uplift and unite under-represented communities throughout Northwest Arkansas. Now in its seventh year, the company began as a group of young folx gathering after school to share writings and perform rhymes to create a space that made them feel heard and seen. Today, LXTP is committed to providing a safe space that allows artists at every stage of their creative journey and BIPOC, LGBTQIA+ and/or people with disabilities to speak up, be seen, and celebrated. LatinX Theatre Project full-length plays include Follow Me @TioSam, Scratch That!, Blanket Statements, Crossroads, Arrivals & Salidas, Holy Waters. Digital offerings include Heroes & Monsters, Remedios, Remedios Vol. 2, and afterlife. LXTP's newest works have been featured annually in TheatreSquared's Arkansas New Play Festival since 2017. Their original music is available on Bandcamp and SoundCloud. LXTP is based in Springdale, Arkansas.
ABOUT THE cast & creative team
Yesenia De Loera (LXTP Company) returns for her fifth season with the LatinX Theatre Project. She has performed in original works including Arrivals & Salidas, Remedios l & ll, Heroes and Monsters, and Crossroads. She also serves as Digital Outreach Coordinator leading in all things social media. Yesenia has also played roles in Northwest Arkansas Community College productions such as Lisa Loomer's Living Out and John Cariani’s Love/Sick. She has obtained a degree in liberal arts and sciences.
Michael Del Rio (LXTP Company)is the Latinx Theatre Project as the company coordinator. He also serves as a songwriter, playwright, & actor for LXTP. Mike has made appearances in LXTP originals Crossroads, Heroes & Monsters, Remedios Vol.1 & Remedios Vol.2, Arrivals & Salidas, and most recently Holy Waters. Outside the project Mike is also a creative music artist. His music helps listeners to escape reality and create their own. Michael has a big heart for his hometown of Springdale and plans to use his voice to speak for others who can’t and will care for others who won’t. Michael is also expecting a beautiful baby girl in September 2024.
Damian Dena (LXTP Company) is one of the founding members of the LatinX Theatre Project. He is a theatre performer and instructor at Northwest Arkansas Community College, as well as a University of Arkansas MFA graduate. He has had multiple appearances in LXTP shows such as Scratch That, Blanket Statements, Crossroads, Heroes and Monsters, and Arrivals & Salidas. He strives to give back to his community and elevate Latine voices as well as ensure the next generation of performers are able to reach their full potential.
Martin Garay (LXTP Company) is a founding member, ensemble member, and Creative Development Manager for the LatinX Theatre Project; having participated in the productions of Follow Me @ Tio Sam, Scratch That, Blanket Statements, Crossroads, Heroes & Monsters, Remedios Vol.1 & Vol. 2, Arrivals & Salidas, Holy Waters, and other community events throughout the years. He has also worked with other local artists and music groups, including Velattimme and Zero Sense, as a rapper for both groups. Martin hopes to continue working with LXTP and with other community organizations throughout Springdale to further advocate for representation in the arts and in the future of this city.
Gabriela Torres (LXTP Company)’s artistic journey is characterized by the exploration of creative boundaries. Their ability to traverse the worlds of theatre, film, and writing showcases a dedication to storytelling that knows no limits. During her time with LXTP, she has both acted in and assisted in writing two captivating plays (with more works on the way). Her keen eye for production has allowed her to play a vital role as a producer and production assistant with Evoko Films. With a passion for storytelling that transcends mediums, she knows this story is far from over.
Patricia Rodriguez (LXTP Company) is a Chicana performer from Chicago, now based in Springdale, AR. This is Patricia’s first year as part of Latinx Theatre Project’s ensemble cast and she is making her Arkansas New Play Fest debut. She has served as the panel moderator for Alma’s Way at Bentonville Film Festival in 2022, Trivia Host and Mistress of Ceremonies for ArkanSalsa Fest and Dia de Los Muertos, and Co-Producer for The Front Porch. She completed her Master of Social Work at the University of Arkansas in 2023. Her performance work intersects with her career through Selena Storytime, a bilingual and bicultural story time where Patricia engages audiences as the Tejano music icon, Selena. She believes through expression and play, children and caregivers can continue to nurture their curiosity, love for learning, and joy.
Sativa Vela (LXTP Company) is a creative writer based in Springdale, AR. In their free time you can catch them writing music, poetry, and screenplays. Previously, they co-founded the LatinX Theatre Project (LXTP) in 2017 and have been an ensemble member of the organization since. They also served as the Festival Director of the Ozark Media Arts Festival in 2023. Vela also represented Springdale during a Community Fellowship with the Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art’s Community Engagement Department in 2020 and as a member of the CACHE 214 Leadership Council in 2021.
Patricia Wheatley (LXTP Company)has always been a huge fan of musical theatre, and aspires to one day perform in a show on Broadway. Her first theatre acting role was NWACC’s 2019 production of Love/Sick where she played a wife and mother of two who “loses herself”. She also expresses her love for fashion through her social media platforms where she shows her viewers how to style new and vintage pieces.