HomeMy WebLinkAboutTuyo Theatre; 2026-07-22; PSALCA-26073CA1
PSALCA-26073CA
FISCAL YEAR 2026-27 GRANT AGREEMENT FOR
TUYO THEATRE
This agreement is made on the ________ day of ____________, 2026, by Tuyo Theatre hereinafter
referred to as “Grantee,” and the CITY OF CARLSBAD, California, a municipal corporation, hereinafter
referred to as “City” (the “Agreement”). City, as Grantor, agrees to provide Grantee the Grant funds
awarded to Grantee during the Fiscal Year 2026-27 Community Arts Grants Program Emerging Arts
Organizations in an amount not to exceed One thousand six hundred fifty one dollars and sixty cents
($1,651.60) (“Grant”). The purpose of the Grant is to provide funds to Grantee for the Project outlined in
the Agreement Scope (“Agreement Scope”), attached hereto as Exhibit “A.”
Project Title: Lolita and Others
The Grant provided herein is comprised of public funds. Therefore, to ensure that the public funds are
used for a public purpose, in accordance with the law, the City and Grantee hereby agree to the following
terms.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF GRANT
1. TERM.
The term of this Agreement shall mean the period commencing on the execution date of this Agreement
and expiring on Oct. 1, 2027. The term of this Agreement may be extended by mutual written agreement
of the parties. The parties will prepare a written amendment indicating the effective date and length of
extended Agreement.
2. CITY CULTURAL ARTS CONTACTS.
Cultural Arts Program Manager Krystal Roa, 442-339-5611, Krystal.Roa@carlsbadca.gov
Cultural Arts main line, 442-339-2090, Arts@carlsbadca.gov
3. USE OF COMMUNITY ARTS GRANTS PROCEEDS.
3.1. Grant funds are to be disbursed as outlined in this Agreement in consideration of and on
condition that the sum be expended in carrying out the purpose as set forth in the Agreement
Scope and under the terms and conditions set forth in this Agreement. Grantee agrees to
assume any obligation to furnish any additional funds that may be necessary to complete the
Agreement Scope.
3.2. In accordance with the Agreement Scope and the Fiscal Year 2026-27 Community Arts Grants
Guidelines (Exhibit “A”), all Grant funds are eligible to be used from Sept. 3, 2026 through
Sept. 3, 2027. Any extension of fund use must be requested in writing at least 30 days prior to
the end of the Agreement or sooner to allow time for written amendment and approval in
writing by City. Extension of Fiscal Year 2026-27 Community Arts Grants funds may render that
organization ineligible to apply for or receive additional funds as part of the subsequent Fiscal
Year 2027-28 Community Arts Grants cycle.
3.3. All costs accrued for services and/or supplies prior to the execution of Agreement are not
eligible for funding or reimbursement with Grant proceeds.
3.4. Eligible and ineligible costs include, but are not limited to, items detailed in the Fiscal Year
2026-27 Community Arts Grants Guidelines, in the section titled “Eligible and Ineligible Costs,”
attached hereto as Exhibit “A.”
4. CONDITIONS OF FUNDING AND DISBURSEMENT.
4.1. Definitions. The Parties agree to the following definitions.
4.1.1. “Project” means the work, activities, and deliverables proposed by the Grantee in
the Community Arts Grant 2026-2027 application and approved by the Arts Commission,
Docusign Envelope ID: 50D04E1A-B14A-8EEB-80AF-ABAC9137E9F7
22nd July
2
PSALCA-26073CA
as may be further detailed in the Agreement Scope, attached hereto as Exhibit “A.”
4.2. City shall have no obligation to provide the Grant proceeds or to make any subsequent disbursement of Grant
proceeds, and may seek reimbursement of Grant proceeds, if any of the following requirements are not
fully satisfied:
a. Grantee shall use Grant funds to implement the Agreement Scope, including using the
Grant funds to cover only expenditures for programs and services incurred during the
Agreement Scope dates and under the terms and conditions of this Agreement.
b. Grantee shall certify that the Agreement Scope is within Carlsbad city limits or
that the Grantee’s main address is within Carlsbad city limits, as specified in the
Fiscal Year 2026-27 Community Arts Grants Guidelines.
c. Grantee shall complete all work in accordance with Agreement Scope, as soon as
possible, but in no case later than thirty (30) calendar days after the Agreement Scope
end date or, Oct. 1, 2027, whichever is earlier. Grantee shall notify the City of events or
proposed changes that could affect the Agreement Scope.
d. The Grantee shall be responsible for the performance of the Agreement Scope as set
forth herein, and for the preparation of reports required by this Agreement.
e. Before Grantee makes any material changes to the Agreement Scope, Grantee will inform
City’s Cultural Arts Manager or designee in writing within ten (10) working days of the
decision to implement said change. City may request documentation to support the change,
and Grantee agrees to submit to the City, in writing, the proposal requesting modifications
to the Agreement Scope. Grantee shall make no material changes to the Agreement Scope
unless and until City formally approves the Grantee’s request in writing.
f. The Grantee shall provide complete and timely information to the City regarding Project
activities, in accordance with the Agreement Scope, including notification of all
scheduled activities at least thirty (30) days prior to each event to City’s Cultural Arts
Manager or designee.
g. The Grantee shall also acknowledge the City in all related publications and social media
posts, in both digital and print formats, as applicable.
h. Grantee shall retain all records and supporting documentation, including expenditure
receipts, applicable to the Agreement Scope and this Agreement for a period of three
(3) years, and make all records and supporting documentation readily available, upon
request, for inspection and/or audit by representatives of the City.
5. EVENT/PROGRAM PROMOTIONAL OPPORTUNITIES.
Grantee has the option to supply event and/or program information including the date, location, time,
admission, parking and related details for inclusion in Cultural Arts’ communications such as e-newsletter,
emails and website. At its discretion, the Cultural Arts Office will provide support in distributing the
information through the City’s established channels of communication. If Grantee wishes to participate,
Grantee must submit the information to the Cultural Arts Office at least sixty (60) days prior to the event
or program.
Please initial box to opt-in to promotional opportunities
6. PUBLIC ACKNOWLEDGEMENT.
Grantee must acknowledge the Cultural Arts Office for its support of the Project in printed, electronic
and/or broadcast promotions. The following acknowledgment along with a City of Carlsbad Cultural Arts
logo must appear on all printed and electronic materials: “This program is funded in part by the City of
Carlsbad’s Cultural Arts Office.” This logo and guidelines for acknowledgment are available on the
Docusign Envelope ID: 50D04E1A-B14A-8EEB-80AF-ABAC9137E9F7
3
PSALCA-26073CA
Community Arts Grants webpage or upon request. Grantees who fail to provide public acknowledgment
may be denied future Community Arts Grant funding.
7. RETURN OF GRANT FUNDS.
If City determines that Grantee has failed to comply with the terms and conditions of this Agreement
without prior written approval by the City, then, upon demand by the City, Grantee agrees to return to
the City the amount requested by the City, up to and including an amount equivalent to the full Grant
award. Failure of the Grantee to comply with the terms of this Agreement shall not be the cause for return
of Grant funds if, in the judgement of the City, such failure was due to no fault of the Grantee. In such case,
any amount required to settle, at minimum cost, any irrevocable obligations properly incurred by Grantee
shall be eligible to be paid by Grant funds. However, if, due to a local health order, Grantee is unable to
complete all events or requirements of the Scope of Grant, Grantee may be required to return up to the
full amount of the award or a prorated amount based on the percentage of the work completed.
8. REQUIRED REPORTS.
Grantee must provide to City the following reports. Failure to provide the reports may render Grantee
ineligible to receive the full and final payment of the Grant award.
8.1. Submit a Revised Project Form available upon request, as required per the Fiscal Year
2026-27 Community Arts Grants Guidelines, attached hereto as Exhibit “A,” within thirty
(30) days of Grant award notification if project shifted from stated goals in the original
Agreement Scope (Exhibit “A”).
8.2. Submit a Final Report including all required attachments by completing the designated form to
the City (30) calendar days after the Agreement Scope end date or, Oct. 1, 2027, whichever is
earlier through Foundant: Grantlife Manager.
8.3. Noncompliance: Grantees in noncompliance with the above reporting requirements agree to
return some or all the initial Grant payment if requested by the City. Additionally, if Grantee is
found to be in noncompliance, Grantee agrees that for the year immediately following a
determination of noncompliance, Grantee shall be ineligible to receive any new grants from
the City.
9. DISBURSEMENT OF GRANT FUNDS.
The Grant amount to be provided to the grantee under this Agreement may be disbursed as follows:
9.1. First payment of 80 percent of Grant will be disbursed upon approval of Revised Project Form as
applicable, and receipt of fully executed.
9.2. Final payment of 20 percent of Grant will be disbursed upon receipt of Final Report and
approval by Library & Cultural Arts Director or designee.
9.3. Any payment of a Grant amount more than the costs required to complete the Agreement Scope
shall be returned to the City within sixty (60) days of completion of the Agreement Scope or the
Project end date, whichever is earliest.
10. PROJECT CANCELLATION.
10.1. If a Grantee wishes to cancel the Project outlined in the Agreement Scope (Exhibit “A”) at any
time, Grantee shall notify the City in writing within fifteen (15) calendar days of the decision to
cancel and Grantee, at the time it provides the City with notice of cancellation, shall return all
Grant funds to the City.
10.2. In the event an approved Agreement Scope (Exhibit “A”) cannot be completed for any reason,
and if Grant funds were disbursed to Grantee, Grantee agrees to return all Grant funds to the
City forthwith.
11. PROJECT MODIFICATION OR TERMINATION.
11.1. Grantee may unilaterally rescind this Agreement at any time prior to the commencement of
Docusign Envelope ID: 50D04E1A-B14A-8EEB-80AF-ABAC9137E9F7
4
PSALCA-26073CA
the Project, or prior to first disbursement of funds. After Project commencement, as outlined in
the Agreement Scope, or disbursement of Grant funds, this Agreement may be rescinded,
modified, or amended only by mutual agreement, in writing, of both the City and Grantee.
11.2. Any changes, whether planned or unanticipated, to funded projects due to a local health order
(including, but not limited to, state or local health orders and social distancing measures) must
be submitted to City at least seven (7) calendar days before implementation of the change.
Proposed modifications will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis, and the City's Cultural Arts
Manager or designee will notify Grantee in writing whether the proposed changes are approved.
Any changes must continue to adhere to the City’s Fiscal Year 2026-27 Community Arts Grants
Guidelines as defined in Exhibit “A.”
12. LOSS OF GRANT.
At the discretion of the City, the following actions may result in a loss of all or in part of any Grant amount
allocated to the Grantee:
12.1. A Grantee fails to enter into a signed Agreement with the City within thirty (30) calendar days
of receipt of the Agreement.
12.2. Activities associated with Grantee occur that do not align with activities described in the
Agreement Scope, including, but not limited to, reduction in services, significant alteration of
Agreement Scope elements, such as performers, artists or attendees, or significant changes in
Grantee’s budget: income, expenses, or line-item designations, included in the Agreement
Scope.
12.3. A Grantee withdraws or terminates the Agreement Scope.
12.4. A Grantee fails to complete the Agreement Scope and/or fails to submit all required
reports and/or documentation before Oct. 1, 2027.
13. COVENANT AGAINST DISCRIMINATION.
Grantee will comply with all applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations prohibiting
discrimination and harassment. Grantee agrees that neither it nor its agents shall discriminate against any
clients, prospective clients, employees, prospective employees, contractors, or prospective contractors
on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or familial status or other protected
classification.
14. NOTICES.
14.1. Listed below are the names and addresses of the persons who are authorized to give
written notices and to receive written notices on behalf of City and on behalf of Grantee
under this Agreement.
14.2. Each party will notify the other immediately of any changes of address that would require
any notice or delivery to be directed to another address.
For Grantee: For City:
Tuyo Theatre City of Carlsbad
Attn: Analia Romero Library & Cultural Arts Director Suzanne Smithson
430 Stoney Point Way Unit 130 1775 Dove Lane
Oceanside, CA 92058 Carlsbad, CA 92011
Email: aromero0617@gmail.com suzanne.smithson@carlsbadca.gov
15. INDEMNIFICATION.
Grantee hereby agrees to defend (with counsel approved by City), indemnify, and hold free and harmless
the City, its officers, officials, employees and volunteers from and against any and all claims, damages,
losses, costs (including but not limited to attorney's fees) and liabilities of any kind arising directly or
indirectly out of, or related in any way whatsoever to the provision of Grant proceeds.
Docusign Envelope ID: 50D04E1A-B14A-8EEB-80AF-ABAC9137E9F7
5
PSALCA-26073CA
16. NO PARTNERSHIP OR JOINT VENTURE.
The relationship between City and Grantee is solely that of Grantor and Grantee. Under no circumstances
shall City and Grantee be deemed to have created a partnership, joint venture, agency, or any other form
of legal association that would impose liability upon one party for any act or failure to act by the other
party.
17. MODIFICATIONS.
This Agreement may not be modified or amended except by written document duly executed by an
authorized representative of both the City and the Grantee.
18. GOVERNING LAW.
This Agreement shall be construed in accordance with and be governed by the laws of the State of
California regardless of conflict of laws principles. Venue, in the event of a dispute, shall be in the North
San Diego County Superior Court.
19. SEVERABILITY.
In the event that any provision or clause of this Agreement conflicts with applicable law, such conflict shall
not affect other provisions of this Agreement, which can be given effect without the conflicting provision.
To this end, the provisions of this Agreement are declared to be severable.
20. DRAFTING AMBIGUITIES.
Grantee understands and is aware that it has the right to be advised by counsel with respect to the
negotiations, terms and conditions of this Agreement, and that the decision to seek advice of counsel is
the sole responsibility of Grantee. The Parties negotiated this Agreement with the opportunity to receive
the aid of counsel and, accordingly, intend this Agreement to be construed fairly, according to its terms,
in plain English, without constructive presumptions against the drafting Party.
21. SIGNING AUTHORITY.
The representative for each Party signing on behalf of a corporation, partnership, joint venture or
governmental entity hereby declares that authority has been obtained to sign on behalf of the
corporation, partnership, joint venture, or entity and agrees to hold the other Party or Parties hereto
harmless if it is later determined that such authority does not exist.
///
///
///
///
///
///
///
///
///
///
Docusign Envelope ID: 50D04E1A-B14A-8EEB-80AF-ABAC9137E9F7
6
PSALCA-26073CA
GRANTEE, Tuyo Theatre, CITY OF CARLSBAD,
If required by City, proper notary acknowledgment of execution by Grantee must be attached. If a
Corporation, Agreement must be signed by one corporate officer from each of the following two groups.
*Group A. **Group B.
Chairman, Secretary,
President, or Assistant Secretary,
Vice-President CFO or Assistant Treasurer
Otherwise, the corporation must attach a resolution certified by the secretary or assistant secretary under
corporate seal empowering the officer(s) signing to bind the corporation.
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
For CINDIE K. McMAHON, City Attorney
By: ____________________________
Tim Lyons, Assistant City Attorney
Docusign Envelope ID: 50D04E1A-B14A-8EEB-80AF-ABAC9137E9F7
7
PSALCA-26073CA
EXHIBIT “A”
Scope of Grant Agreement
The Arts Commission approved the Fiscal Year 2026-27 Community Arts Grants funding plan, which will
be distributed to grantees as passed, approved, and adopted at a regular meeting on June 4, 2026, Arts
Commission Resolution No. 2026-001.
• Fiscal Year 2026-27 Community Arts Grants Guidelines
• Approved Community Arts Grants 2026-27 Application
Sample Community Arts Grant 2026-27 Final Report
• Final Report shall be submitted online through Foundant: Grantlife Manager
The following documents will be provided upon request:
• Community Arts Grants 2026-27 – Project Budget Information
• Community Arts Grants 2026-27 – Revised Project Form
• Community Arts Grants 2026-27 – Revised Project Budget Information
Docusign Envelope ID: 50D04E1A-B14A-8EEB-80AF-ABAC9137E9F7
FISCAL YEAR 2026-27
COMMUNITY ARTS
GRANTS GUIDELINES
WELCOME
The City of Carlsbad Cultural Arts Office serves to encourage, develop and facilitate an enriched environment of artistic,
creative and cultural activity in the City of Carlsbad and the North San Diego County region. The Cultural Arts Office manages
funding programs to provide financial support to organizations, schools and individuals for various projects through a
competitive application and review process. These projects benefit the community through an array of activities for schools,
artists and organizations. The Community Arts Grants program was identified for continued and increasing support by the
Carlsbad City Council through the 2018 Arts & Culture Master Plan.
The City of Carlsbad’s Community Arts Grants program supports quality arts and cultural programming that promotes the representation and participation of diverse groups of individuals, including and not limited to people of differing abilities,
class, generations, ethnicities and races, gender identities, religious or spiritual beliefs, sexual orientations, or veteran status.
Our mission supports the following values:
•Provide inclusive opportunities for arts & culture experiences for Carlsbad students and residents
reducing/eliminating barriers for participation.
•Provide arts education and lifelong learning opportunities for all ages.
•Support local and regional arts organizations as an important component of the economy and quality of life in
Carlsbad and North San Diego County.
•Support arts education in schools and through affiliated organizations.
•Develop and support organizational strength and capacity of Carlsbad arts organizations.
•Encourage new and emerging artists, arts organizations and programs in Carlsbad, CA.
•Celebrate Carlsbad as an exciting, vibrant and creative destination for residents and visitors alike.
•Acknowledge indigenous land and cultural awareness in the Carlsbad community.
FISCAL YEAR 2026-27 OVERVIEW
The updated FY 2026-27 guidelines reflect national grantmaking trends and best practices and support funding for artists and
arts organizations in Carlsbad and surrounding areas. Guidelines were approved by the City of Carlsbad’s Arts Commission on
Feb. 5, 2026.
Total funding available for the FY 2026-27 cycle is $117,128. All final reports are due within 30 days of the completion of the
event or Friday, Oct. 1, 2027 whichever comes first. The first 80% of all funds awarded will be disbursed after agreements are
executed and by Thursday, Sept. 3, 2026, grant start date; the final 20% once the final report and budget are submitted and
approved.
HEALTH AND SAFETY
Grantees are asked to remain vigilant and informed of health and safety requirements, including mandated protocols as
outlined by state, county, local or other governmental bodies always. Failure to do so may result in cancellation of the
agreement and grant funds.
Important dates for the FY 2026-27 grant cycle application are as follows:
•Applications open: Friday, Feb. 13, 2026
•Applications due: Friday, Mar. 27, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. PST
•Arts Commission Funding Plan review & approval: Thursday, May 7, 2026, subject to change
•Funding cycle begins Thursday, Sept. 3, 2026
•All projects must be completed by Friday, Sept. 3, 2027
•Applications can be accessed online.
EXHIBIT "A"
1
Docusign Envelope ID: 50D04E1A-B14A-8EEB-80AF-ABAC9137E9F7
UPDATES FOR THIS YEAR
•EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS AND AFFILIATED GROUPS – ARTS IN SCHOOLS: Award funds within the "Educational
Institutions And Affiliated Groups – Arts In Schools" category will receive a fixed amount divided between all accepted
grantees, with a maximum award of $3,500 per grant.
•EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS APPLICATION LIMIT: There is a cap on the number of applications for Educational
Institutions (Arts in Schools) of (3) three grants per school site. For detailed requirements, please refer to the Arts in
Schools Requirements section.
•GRANT ELIGIBILITY: Applicants currently receiving funding from the City of Carlsbad under an active professional
services agreement or grant other than a Community Arts Grant are ineligible to apply for a Community Arts Grant.
ELIGIBILITY FOR ALL APPLICANTS; IMPORTANT: READ CAREFULLY
All applicants, including fiscal agents and school-affiliated groups, must comply with the following:
•Nonprofit Status: Applicants must be recognized as nonprofit, tax-exempt organizations by the Internal Revenue
Service (IRS) or the California State Franchise Tax Board. A complete Statement of Information should be on file with
the California Secretary of State. This statement should be filed within the first 90 (ninety) days of incorporation and
updated in accordance with state law.
•Tax Identification: Applicants must provide their Federal Employer Identification Number (FEIN) from the IRS.
Information will be checked through GuideStar’s Charity Check.
•PLEASE NOTE: all organizations, including schools, must submit the names and contact information for the authorized
signatories. Applications that do not identify the correct signatories for an organization or school will not be accepted.
•Specific exemptions for Educational Institutions: Educational institutions are exempt from the need for tax-exempt
status under Section 501(c)(3) but are still eligible to apply.
•Partnership Projects: For projects involving partnerships, only one (1) application is allowed. If a school partners with
an arts organization or artist, a signed agreement between the parties is required, with the school as the lead
applicant.
•Must not be currently receiving funding from the City of Carlsbad under an active professional services agreement or
grant other than a Community Arts Grant.
APPLICATION PROCESS
When applying, organizations must ensure the following:
•Proof of nonprofit status: Provide evidence of nonprofit status or details of a fiscal agent.
•Statement of Information: Submit a current California Statement of Information reflecting Active Status, along with a
list of Authorized Signatories, their signing authority, and the type of authority (individual or joint).
GUIDELINE APPENDICES
•Appendix 1 – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s)
•Appendix 2 – Ineligible Organizations and Activities
FISCAL YEAR 2026-27 FUNDING CATEGORIES
Funding is structured by the classification of each organization, then according to available categories. Applicants may only
apply to one category per grant cycle:
•Arts Organizations or Fiscal Agents of Organizations - $7,500 maximum award per grant
•Emerging Arts Organizations - $5,000 maximum award per grant
•Educational Institutions and Affiliated Groups (Arts in Schools) - $3,500 maximum award per grant. Three (3) grants
maximum per school site per year.
EXHIBIT "A"
2
Docusign Envelope ID: 50D04E1A-B14A-8EEB-80AF-ABAC9137E9F7
ARTS ORGANIZATIONS
•Arts organizations must be registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations for at least three (3) years as of Jan. 1, 2026.
•Applicants may only submit one (1) application per funding cycle and cannot apply to multiple categories.
•Arts organizations grants - $7,500 maximum award per grant.
•All arts projects require the participation of a professional artist or an outside subject matter expert.
•Arts projects will be defined as programs, activities, and events primarily designed to be arts focused. These projects may
be presented in person, or virtually if any government issued health mandates are in effect.
•Arts project grants awards must be used for specific art project support and cannot be used for general operating support.
EMERGING ARTS ORGANIZATIONS
•Emerging arts organization must be based in Carlsbad, CA.
•These grants are for smaller nonprofit organizations that are relatively new to the nonprofit community.
•Emerging arts organizations - $5,000 maximum award per grant.
•Must have a nonprofit 501(c)(3) status of three (3) years or less.
o If 501(c)(3) status has not yet been attained, please provide proof of acting in alignment with the IRS definition of a
nonprofit: possessing a nonprofit established mission, an advisory committee or a board of directors, and a history of
activities directly related to the purpose of eligibility to attain nonprofit status.
o Additionally, emerging arts organizations aspiring to a nonprofit status must apply through a fiscal agent.
o Fiscal agents will be responsible for receiving awarded funds and dispersing them with a service fee of no more than
10% of the amount awarded to the applicant.
•Projects must take place within Carlsbad, CA city limits and be accessible to the public, and benefit the community of
Carlsbad.
•Projects must be representative of at least one (1) of the following mediums/forms of artistic expression:
o Dance
o Original music composition/lyrics
o Spoken word/poetry
o Visual Arts that utilize sustainable or recycled materials
FISCAL AGENT REQUIREMENTS
o Individuals or organizations in the process of applying for nonprofit status may apply through a fiscal agent.
o Any partnership between an individual, educational institution or organization must include a letter of agreement from
the partnering entities.
o Fiscal agents will be responsible for receiving awarded funds and dispersing them with a service fee of no more than
10% of the amount awarded to the applicant.
o Organizations that act as fiscal agents are still eligible to apply for a Community Arts Grants for their organization.
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS AND AFFILIATED GROUPS – ARTS IN SCHOOLS
•Arts in Schools requests are only available to nonprofit schools or school-affiliated groups in Carlsbad, CA.
•Arts in Schools are defined as programs, activities, and events that are primarily designed to be arts focused.
•Arts in Schools grants - $3,500 maximum award per grant with a maximum of three (3) grants per school site per year.
•Individual schools and entities representing a school (such as foundations, booster organizations etc.) can submit a
maximum of three (3) grant applications from the categories below. See FAQ’s for further information on acceptable
categories:
o Performing arts
o Visual arts
o Nontraditional arts, such as culinary, digital, creative writing, etc.
o STEAM projects with a focus on the arts
o Arts initiatives focused on arts careers and development of arts skills. Can include arts management, non-performance
skills such as design, costuming, stagecraft, career talks or coaching by subject matter experts
o All three (3) submissions cannot be from a single art form within a category. (e.g. three dance projects in performingarts)
•In-school grant projects utilizing teaching artists as part of the grant may not use a full-time hourly or salaried employee(s)
of the respective school district to lead activities, performances, or projects; however, they may utilize teaching artists
employed by other school districts.
o Out-of-school programs utilizing teaching artists as part of the grant may utilize teaching artists that are employed by
any school district.
EXHIBIT "A"
3
Docusign Envelope ID: 50D04E1A-B14A-8EEB-80AF-ABAC9137E9F7
•All partnerships must include a signed letter of agreement from the partnering entities.
APPLICANT INFORMATION
FY 2026-27 Grant Cycle Schedule
Feb. 13, 2026 Applications Open
Feb. 18, 2026 Applicant Workshop virtual.
Feb. 18 - Feb. 27, 2026 Technical assistance meetings available by appointment
Mar. 27, 2026 Application Deadline: applications must be submitted electronically to City by 11:59 p.m.
Mar. 30 – Apr. 17, 2026 Submitted materials are reviewed and scored by a peer panel consisting of local and regional artists,
arts professionals, and educators
May 7, 2026 Funding plan presented to Arts Commission for review and approval
June 4 – July 3, 2026 Begin email notifications to Grantees of award and City create and route DocuSign agreements for
electronic signatures.
Sept. 3, 2026 Project/activity period opens.
Sept. 3, 2027 Project/activity period closes.
Oct. 1, 2027 All FY 2026-27 Final Reports are due. Grantees complete a Final Report within thirty (30) days of the
program end date or by Oct. 1, 2027, whichever comes first.
APPLICANT WORKSHOPS AND ONE-ON-ONE APPOINTMENTS
Application information and links, including online tutorials, will be available on the Community Arts Grants application portal. The
following resources will be available for applicants in the fiscal year 2026-27 cycle:
•The Applicant Workshop will include a general overview of the grant process, application and procedures.
New applicants are required to attend.
•Technical Assistance Meetings – Applicants may schedule a 30-minute appointment with grant program staff to answer
questions about the process, application or other topics. These appointments will be dependent on staff capacity and
availability. Applicants are required to attend the Applicant Workshop prior to the appointment. To schedule a one-on-one
appointment, please contact Program Manager Krystal Roa:
o Email: krystal.roa@carlsbadca.gov
o (442) 339-5611 (office) | (442) 245-0502 (mobile)
•Please note that staff will review applications for effective and impactful delivery of information and ensure completeness
and clarity of the information supplied. Staff will not provide feedback on content, programming, or other project details.
PANEL REVIEW AND SCORING OF APPLICATIONS
Submitted applications are reviewed and scored by a virtual peer panel of local and regional artists, arts professionals, and
educators. The panelists’ scoring will inform a funding plan for review and final approval by the Carlsbad Arts Commission.
SCORING RUBRIC FOR ALL CATEGORIES (EXCEPT EMERGING ARTISTS)
Application scores will be based on the following criteria aligned with the Community Arts Grants mission. Panelists will be asked to
undertake the following scoring recommendations and directives:
•Panelists will score applications on how closely the project(s) achieve the goals of the respective grant category.
•Panelists may be asked to convene to discuss the application’s merits.
•Award amounts are determined via a formula that takes into consideration the total amount of available funds, the average
scores of the applicants, and an assigned percentage based on those scores.
The scoring of applications will be based on the following criteria, with a maximum score of 50 points. The examples provided are for
informational purposes only and are not meant to be exhaustive:
•Quality of Program(s) (10 points)
o Reinforce accessible artistic and cultural opportunities and experiences for Carlsbad residents.
o Provide arts education and lifelong learning opportunities for all ages.
•Community Impact (30 points)
o Celebrate and promote Carlsbad as an exciting, vibrant, and creative destination for our community, students, as well
as visitors and tourists throughout the world.
o Support local and regional arts and cultural organizations as an important component of the economy and quality of
life in Carlsbad and North San Diego County.
o Accessibility of program for participants and audience members, including economic limitations under the Americans
EXHIBIT "A"
4
Docusign Envelope ID: 50D04E1A-B14A-8EEB-80AF-ABAC9137E9F7
with Disabilities Act.
•Encouragement of programs that promote the representation and participation of diverse groups of individuals, including
and not limited to people of differing abilities, class, generations, ethnicities and races, gender identities, religious or
spiritual beliefs, sexual orientations and veteran status.
•Organizational Capacity (10 points)
o Provide evidence of organizational strength and capacity to support the scope of the project/activity.
OTHER REVIEW AND SCORING INFORMATION
•Cultural Arts Office staff will review applications after the deadline.
•Applications deemed eligible will be forwarded to scoring panelists and reviewed within the context of the project or
program as outlined in the application.
•Incomplete applications, or applications with incorrect information, will be deemed ineligible.
AGREEMENT REQUIREMENTS FOR GRANTEES
Upon approval of your application:
•Legal Agreement with the City of Carlsbad: To proceed with your project, you must first enter into a legal agreement with
the City of Carlsbad. City will route the agreement using DocuSign to obtain secure electronic signatures, and the
commencement of your project is contingent upon the execution of this agreement.
•Non-Profit Corporation Signing Authorities: All agreements MUST be signed by two officers listed on the Statement of
Information filed with the California Secretary of State for your organization (or as listed on the most recent board roster).
These officers should be those who are authorized to enter into legally binding agreements on behalf of your organization,
such as CEO, CFO, Treasurer, Secretary.
One corporate officer from each of the following groups must sign the agreement:
Group A Group B
or
or
Otherwise, the corporation must attach a resolution certified by the secretary or assistant secretary under corporate seal
empowering the officer(s) signing to bind the corporation.
You can verify your status with the California Secretary of State and see the officers listed on the Statement of Information at this
website: Search | California Secretary of State. Further documentation of signature authorization will be requested if the most
recent Statement of Information has not been filed.
Specific Entity Requirements:
o Fiscal Agents: The agreement must be signed by two officers from the fiscal agent’s organization, as per organization’s
Statement of Information.
o Educational Institutions: A Signature Delegation Form must be completed by the school principal and a district
representative (e.g., Assistant Superintendent).
o School-Affiliated Groups (i.e., school booster groups): Follow the same signature requirements as nonprofit
organizations.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Applicants who have been granted funding in previous cycles must meet all requirements from those past
agreements before they are eligible to receive a new agreement for the FY 2026-27 cycle.
FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT
Grant recipients are required to maintain three (3) years of accounts, records and evidence pertaining to costs incurred and
revenues acquired under the respective grant program. Grantees should be able to provide upon request:
•Accurate, current and complete disclosure of revenue and expenses for the project.
•Records that adequately identify the sources and application of funds for grant sponsored activities.
•Accounting records supported by source documentation – invoices, receipts, bank statements, etc.
EXHIBIT "A"
5
Docusign Envelope ID: 50D04E1A-B14A-8EEB-80AF-ABAC9137E9F7
•All awardees must provide documents within thirty (30) days of receipt of request. This includes but is not limited to
agreements, revised project forms, final reports, and financial accounting.
EXHIBIT "A"
6
Docusign Envelope ID: 50D04E1A-B14A-8EEB-80AF-ABAC9137E9F7
PUBLIC ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
•Grant recipients must acknowledge the Cultural Arts Office for its support of the project in printed, electronic and/or
broadcast promotions.
•The following acknowledgment along with a City of Carlsbad Cultural Arts logo must appear on all printed and electronic
materials: “This program is funded in part by the City of Carlsbad’s Cultural Arts Office.” This logo and guidelines for
acknowledgment are available on the Community Arts Grants webpage or upon request.
•Grantees who fail to provide public acknowledgment may be denied future project funding.
PROMOTION BY CITY
•Grantees are required to keep the Cultural Arts Office informed of all program dates and times.
•If the grantee wishes to participate in promotion through approved city channels, they may opt-in as part of the agreement.
All participation in promotion through the city’s social media channels and other outlets, is subject to staff review, editing
and approval prior to promotion.
•Grantees are encouraged and expected to:
o Give notifications and invitations to the Cultural Arts Office staff that will be extended to the Carlsbad Arts Commission
at least two (2) weeks in advance of program.
o Extensively promote funded events and projects with appropriate verbiage as indicated in “Public Acknowledgement”
stipulated above.
FINAL REPORTS, SITE VISITS AND PROGRAM ATTENDANCE
The Cultural Arts staff may monitor grant projects during the grant cycle, including potential site visits. The reports of these visits will
be included in grant application files and may provide a basis for evaluation of future requests.
Grantees will have an option to replace digitally submitted final reports with in-person site visits and/or interviews. Pending any
health and safety mandates and protocols as outlined by state, county, local or other governmental bodies, these site visits/
interviews may be conducted by Cultural Arts staff and/or Arts Commissioner(s), as available, and appropriate to each grant.
Grantees may still opt to submit on-line final reports in consultation with staff. In all cases, grantees will still be required to submit
final budget forms digitally for staff review and approval.
All final reports are due within thirty (30) days of the completion of the event or Friday, Oct. 1, 2027, whichever comes first, to
receive the final award payment. Excessively late submission of a final report may result in action taken per contract.
ASSISTANCE
Cultural Arts Office staff are always available to assist applicants. Please contact Cultural Arts office at 442-339-2090
or email arts@carlsbadca.gov.
POLICIES
•Once submitted, applications may be moved into a different category at the discretion of Cultural Arts staff. Notification will
be made to the applicant.
•The City of Carlsbad reserves the right to limit funding amounts to any applicant, regardless of eligibility or panel score,
based on fiscal year limitations.
•Cultural Arts Office staff actively review and evaluate all aspects of the funding program and process. Updates may occur
throughout the funding calendar. Cultural Arts staff will provide information on program updates, to all grantees when they
are implemented.
•Any significant changes or amendments by the grantee to approved projects must be submitted in writing to the Cultural
Arts Office by the grantee before any grant funds are used, and before the execution of any altered activity. This includes,
but is not limited to, changes in purpose, scope, services, target audiences, intended timeline, personnel, location, date,
activities, or budget. This requirement will be included in the agreement.
•The Cultural Arts Office reserves the right to review, cancel or reallocate project funds significantly altered or shifted from
stated goals in the original approved application and/or revised project form. Canceled funds must be returned to the
Cultural Arts Office within thirty (30) days of written notification.
•No two (2) entities (organization or school/affiliated groups) may apply for funding for the same project.
•Applicants may only apply to one (1) category per funding cycle.
EXHIBIT "A"
7
Docusign Envelope ID: 50D04E1A-B14A-8EEB-80AF-ABAC9137E9F7
OTHER INFORMATION
Carlsbad Arts Commission Meetings:
Carlsbad Arts Commission meetings are public, and information is available on the city website. A meeting is scheduled for
Thursday, May 7, 2026, to approve the FY 2026-27 Community Arts Grants Funding Plan. For more information about the duties of
the Carlsbad Arts Commission and its meetings, visit the Arts Commission webpage.
HOW TO APPLY
Application
All applications must be submitted online. The application is comprised of approximately five (5) main sections, some of which
include long answer sections and attachments. The application is available at the Community Arts Grants webpage.
•Organization Information: An updated Statement of Information and approved signatories must be submitted for
applications to be accepted.
•Project Information and Narrative
•Project Support Information
•Budget: A budget form and sample can be found at the Community Arts Grants webpage.
•Signatory Information as described in the section titled “Agreement Requirements for Grantees.”
APPENDIX 1: COMMUNITY ARTS GRANTS FAQ’S
Are there any organizations that are ineligible to receive Community Arts Grant funding?
Yes. For-profit organizations are ineligible to receive funding through the Community Arts Grants program. This includes for-profit
schools and businesses.
Can I apply to more than one category?
No. Unlike previous grant cycles, artists and organizations may only apply to one (1) category per fiscal year grant cycle.
What projects are eligible for the Emerging Arts Organization category?
Projects must be representative of at least one (1) of the following mediums/forms of artistic expression:
o Dance
o Original music composition/lyrics
o Spoken word/poetry
o Visual Arts using sustainable or recycled materials
o Ethnic or indigenous art forms
o Digital art forms such as film, animation, etc.
What arts organizations qualify to apply in the Emerging Arts Organization category?
•Arts Organization must be based in Carlsbad, CA.
•Must have a nonprofit 501(c)(3) status of three (3) years or less:
•If 501(c)(3) status has not yet been attained, please provide proof of acting in alignment with the IRS definition of a
nonprofit; possessing a nonprofit established mission, an advisory committee or a board of directors, and a history of
activities directly related to the purpose of eligibility to attain a nonprofit status.
•Additionally, emerging arts organizations aspiring to a nonprofit status must apply through a fiscal agent.
Is attendance required for the workshops and information sessions?
Applicant workshop attendance or technical assistance meeting is required for all new applicants, applicants who were denied the
last cycle, and those applying in the Emerging Arts Organization category. Workshop attendance or technical assistance meetings by
returning awardees are highly recommended as an opportunity for staff to guide and assist applicants in the FY 2026-27 Community
Arts Grants application process.
How are final awards decided?
All award amount decisions consider the total amount of funding available, scores from panelists, and the request from the applying
entity. After panelists score, Cultural Arts staff will create a funding plan based on these factors, which is forwarded to the Arts Commission for final approval.
EXHIBIT "A"
8
Docusign Envelope ID: 50D04E1A-B14A-8EEB-80AF-ABAC9137E9F7
Can one school site apply for multiple educational institutions (or Arts in Schools) grants?
Yes. Individual schools and entities representing a school (such as foundations, booster organizations etc.) can submit a maximum of
three (3) grant applications per educational institution amongst the list below; all three (3) submissions cannot be from a single
medium.
Examples of acceptable mediums:
•Performing arts
•Visual arts
•Nontraditional arts, such as culinary, digital, creative writing, etc.
•STEAM projects with a focus on the arts
•Arts initiatives focused on arts careers and development of arts skills. Can include arts management, non-performance skills
such as design, costuming, stagecraft, career talks or coaching by subject matter experts
•All three (3) submissions cannot be from a single art form within a category. (e.g. three dance projects in performing arts)
APPENDIX 2: INELIGIBLE ORGANIZATIONS AND ACTIVITIES
The City of Carlsbad will NOT award Community Arts Grants to:
•For-profit organizations, schools, and businesses.
•Organizations and/or affiliates that are directly or indirectly participating in, or intervening in, any political campaign on
behalf of (or in opposition to) any candidate for public office.
•Governmental agencies or public authorities.
•Applicants that have a “delinquent” status with the Community Arts Grants funding programs.
•Retroactive funding for completed activities.
•Religious and/or sectarian programming or any programming and/or services solely for the promotion of or consumption by
a specific religious order and/or sect.
•Cash reserves or endowments of any kind. Awards are to be expended within the designated funding period.
•Capital expenditures, including construction, renovation, or purchase of real property.
•Applications that do not support nonprofit, public art activities or projects that benefit a for-profit business or activity.
•Projects through a fiscal sponsor that benefit the sponsoring organization or are an extension of the sponsoring
organization’s programs or services.
•Support groups and/or nonprofit organizations supporting city departments or facilities.
•General operating costs, including costs associated with the start-up of a new organization.
•Applications to reduce existing deficits.
•Applicants currently receiving funding from the City of Carlsbad under an active professional services agreement or grant
other than a Community Arts Grant.
Funding may NOT be used for:
•Fundraising expenses.
•Consultants who are members of an applicant’s staff or board.
•Political campaigns or lobbying activities.
•Payments to students.
•Endowments or endowment campaigns.
•Scholarships, fellowships or tuition assistance.
•Costs incurred before the start of the funded project or outside the funding period.
•Project or activities outside the City of Carlsbad limits.
•Entry fees for competitions or sponsorship fees.
•Pageants, fund-raising events, or hospitality costs.
•Private foundations or other re-granting organizations.
•Religious or doctrinal purposes, although faith-based organizations may apply for program support.
•Publication of manuscripts or compositions not created as part of a grant-supported project.
•Purchase of monetary awards, cash prizes, contributions, or donations.
•Professional development for staff and board members.
•Scholarly or academic research, tuition and activities which generate academic credit or formal study toward an academic
or professional degree.
•Creation of textbooks.
•Ongoing, recurring administrative expenses.
EXHIBIT "A"
9
Docusign Envelope ID: 50D04E1A-B14A-8EEB-80AF-ABAC9137E9F7
Analia Romero Tuyo Theatre
Printed On: 16 June 2026 Fiscal Year 2026-27: Emerging Arts Organizations 1
Lolita and Others
Fiscal Year 2026-27: Emerging Arts
Organizations
Tuyo Theatre
Patrice Amon
2971 Greyling dr
San Diego, CA 92123
info@tuyotheatre.org
O: 619-944-2719
Analia Romero
430 Stoney Point Way
Unit 130
Oceanside, CA 92058
aromero0617@gmail.com
O: 760-681-6500
Docusign Envelope ID: 50D04E1A-B14A-8EEB-80AF-ABAC9137E9F7
Analia Romero Tuyo Theatre
Printed On: 16 June 2026 Fiscal Year 2026-27: Emerging Arts Organizations 2
Application Form
Application Verification
Application Type Verification:*
This application is for the Emerging Arts Organizations category. If you are looking for other funding
opportunities, please click on the "Apply" button in the blue bar on the top of this screen.
Applicants may only submit one application per category per funding cycle.
I verify that this application is for the Emerging Arts Organizations category
Guidelines & Eligibility Requirements Review Confirmation:*
Please be sure to review the Community Arts Grants Guidelines and eligibility requirements prior to submitting a
grant application. A summary of the eligibility requirements is also provided on the application homepage.
I have reviewed the Community Arts Grants Guidelines and the eligibility requirements.
All applicants that wish to collaborate with others to complete this grant application click "Collaborator'
button on the top right section of this page.
Collaborator feature
Video Tutorial (2 minutes long)
*If applicable, please note that some data from the applying organization's GuideStar profile may be pre-
populated (copied) into the corresponding GuideStar questions on this application form. You may do so by clicking
on the "Copy GuideStar" profile button on the top right section of this page (next to the "Collaborator" button) and
selecting what you would like to pre-populate. Note that you will have the ability to edit your pre-populated
information.
Past Funding Report Requirements
Current Grantee Requirements:*
If you are a returning grantee from the previous grant cycle, please confirm that you understand that a final report
and final budget for your organization must be submitted prior to entering a new grant agreement with the City of
Carlsbad. A final report and final budget must be submitted (30) calendar days after the Project End Date.
Alternatively, if you cannot meet this requirement, we will accept a project status update via email explaining the
status of your project, estimated project end date and any other project details you would like to share with us.
I understand that should my organization receive funding for this cycle, my organization will fulfill all reporting
requirements from the previous cycle prior to my organization entering a new agreement with the City of Carlsbad.
Yes
Docusign Envelope ID: 50D04E1A-B14A-8EEB-80AF-ABAC9137E9F7
Analia Romero Tuyo Theatre
Printed On: 16 June 2026 Fiscal Year 2026-27: Emerging Arts Organizations 3
Organization Information
•Emerging Arts Organization must be based in Carlsbad
•Must have a non-profit 501(c)(3) status of three (3) years or less;
•If 501(c)(3) status has not been attained, please provide proof of acting in alignment with the IRS
definition of a non-profit;
o possessing an established non-profit mission
o an advisory committee or a board of directors
o history of activities directly related to the purpose of eligibility to attain a non-profit status
•Additionally, emerging arts organizations aspiring to a non-profit status must apply through a fiscal agent
•Fiscal agents will be responsible for receiving awarded funds and dispersing them with a service fee no
more than 10% of the amount awarded to the applicant
Are you an emerging arts organization applying through a fiscal agent?*
No
Past Funding*
Has your organization received funding from the City of Carlsbad's Community Arts Grants program in the past?
Yes
Primary Organization Name
List the name of the organization who is applying.
Analia Romero
DBA
Anaia Romero
Organization Website
https://www.analiaromero.online/
Organization Mission Statement:
Please provide your organization's mission statement. If you have a GuideStar profile, you may copy and paste
your organization's GuideStar mission statement or provide another version here. If you are an individual artist,
use this section to give us an idea of your mission/vision as an artist.
Docusign Envelope ID: 50D04E1A-B14A-8EEB-80AF-ABAC9137E9F7
Analia Romero Tuyo Theatre
Printed On: 16 June 2026 Fiscal Year 2026-27: Emerging Arts Organizations 4
To performin in, create and produce theatre in the North County San Diego area that tells stories from and by
diverse Latin perspectives through multiple mediums. I am committed to forging authentic connections in our
community.
Organization (or Fiscal Agent) Signatory Information
Board Roster:*
Please upload your organization's roster of board members and ensure the document includes names, titles,
organization/business affiliation and areas of expertise. Alternatively, we will also accept the most recent board
meeting minutes that includes the board roster.
TUYO Board Members.docx
IRS Letter of Determination*
An IRS letter of determination confirms an organization's tax-exempt status, particularly under section 501(c)(3),
and is essential for nonprofits to operate and receive donations.
Upload the Letter of Determination from the organization who holds the 501(c)3 status.
FinalLetter_83-3667628_TUYOTHEATREINC_02212019_01.tif
Statement of Information*
Attach your current Statement of Information filed with the California Secretary of State for your organization.
You can verify your status with the California Secretary of State and see the officers listed on the Statement of
Information at this website: Search | California Secretary of State
If you do not have this, the organization must attach a resolution certified by the secretary or assistant secretary
under corporate seal empowering the officer(s) signing to bind the corporation.
B3500-9265.pdf
Comment: Hello Analia, this is the incorrect form. On the page from your screenshot, you need to click on
the "View History" this will populate the Statement of Information. Please click on the most recent year and
use that file.
The file will show you who the correct signatories are.
SIGNATORIES
Please list the names and organizational titles of the two (2) officers listed on the Statement of Information filed
with the California Secretary of State for your organization. These are officers who are authorized to enter into
legally binding agreements on behalf of your organization (i.e. CEO, CFO, Treasurer, Secretary.)
One corporate officer from each of the following groups must sign the agreement:
Group A Group B
Docusign Envelope ID: 50D04E1A-B14A-8EEB-80AF-ABAC9137E9F7
Analia Romero Tuyo Theatre
Printed On: 16 June 2026 Fiscal Year 2026-27: Emerging Arts Organizations 5
Chairman, Secretary,
President, or Assistant Secretary,
Vice-President CFO or Assistant Treasurer
GROUP A SIGNATOR: First & Last Name (i.e. Mary Wilson):
Patrice Amon
GROUP A SIGNATOR: Organizational Title (i.e. CEO):
Director
GROUP A SIGNATOR: Email address:
patriceamon@gmail.com
GROUP B SIGNATOR: First & Last Name (i.e. Luke Wilson):
Mabelle Reynoso
GROUP B SIGNATOR: Organizational Title (i.e. Secretary):
Secretary
GROUP B SIGNATOR: Email Address:
mxreynoso@gmail.com
Project Support Information
Materials Upload (OPTIONAL, but recommended):
Please upload any marketing materials, images and/or files that would provide more information about your
project.
Grant Proposal Final Draft– Emerging Artist Grant.docx
Videos Upload (OPTIONAL):
Please provide us with a host website link for all videos relevant to the project.
https://youtu.be/dqHKm9vWnbM?si=cnyej0Vg1sWlu0Cd
Docusign Envelope ID: 50D04E1A-B14A-8EEB-80AF-ABAC9137E9F7
Analia Romero Tuyo Theatre
Printed On: 16 June 2026 Fiscal Year 2026-27: Emerging Arts Organizations 6
Videos Upload (OPTIONAL)
If you do not have a URL that hosts your video, you may upload it here.
Additional Materials:
You may upload any other additional supplemental materials you wish to provide here (i.e. letters of support from
partnering organization(s) that is essential to your project.)
Lolita and others-SCRIPT Analia Romero.docx
Project Information and Narrative
•Projects must take place in Carlsbad, be accessible to the public and benefit the community of Carlsbad
•Projects must be representative of at least one of the following mediums/forms of artistic expression;
o Dance
o Original music composition/lyrics
o Spoken word/poetry
o Visual Arts that utilizes sustainable or recycled materials
Artistic mediums/forms:*
What medium/form of artistic expression is the proposed arts project?
Dance
Project Name:*
Please provide us with the name of the arts project.
Lolita and Others
Project Summary:*
Please provide us with a brief summary of your project, no more than 1-2 sentences. This section will be shared
with the public.
An immersive original theatre experience blending storytelling, music, and movement, Lolita and Others
brings professional artists and the Carlsbad community together in a vibrant, collaborative performance.
Through hands-on workshops and diverse voices, this project transforms arts education and mentorship into
a powerful, fully realized production.
Docusign Envelope ID: 50D04E1A-B14A-8EEB-80AF-ABAC9137E9F7
Analia Romero Tuyo Theatre
Printed On: 16 June 2026 Fiscal Year 2026-27: Emerging Arts Organizations 7
Project Start Date:*
Please note that the project start date must be on or after September 3, 2026.
05/01/2026
Project End Date:*
Please note that the project end date must be on or before September 3, 2027.
08/27/2027
Project Details:*
This section will be used for evaluation. Please provide as much detail regarding your project. Including the
following details, but not limited to:
•Event date(s), time and location(s)
•Partnership / Artists
•Anticipated Skills Learned
Lolita and Others is an original theatre project by Analia Romero that blends storytelling, music, dance, and
song to create an immersive, collaborative experience for the Carlsbad community. Building on a successful
2025 staged reading with Mosaic Theatricals, the project will rehire professional actors and musicians while
inviting 15–20 community members to participate in hands-on workshops in acting, singing, movement, and
scene creation. Workshops culminate in a polished public performance that celebrates diverse voices,
highlights Latine stories, and fosters mentorship, arts education, and community connection. The final
performance will integrate professionals and participants, engaging 75–100 audience members in an
accessible, low-cost showcase of creativity and collaboration.
Amount Requested:*
This is the amount your organization is requesting from the City of Carlsbad's Community Arts Grants. Please note
that the maximum funding amount request is $5,000 for the Emerging Arts Organizations category.
$5,000.00
Participants:*
Total number of expected participants for this project (i.e. artists, coordinators, directors.)
25
Audience:
If applicable, what is the total number of expected audience attendance for this project?
200
Docusign Envelope ID: 50D04E1A-B14A-8EEB-80AF-ABAC9137E9F7
Analia Romero Tuyo Theatre
Printed On: 16 June 2026 Fiscal Year 2026-27: Emerging Arts Organizations 8
Previous Project Success:
If your organization has completed a similar project, please provide details of the project and why it was
successful.
In 2025, we presented a staged reading of Lolita and Others with Mosaic Theatricals. The project was well-
received, with many audience members expressing gratitude for including real community voices and stories
they could relate to. Attendees also asked about expanding the story, which directly inspired this new
iteration. The staged reading’s success demonstrated the power of combining professional artists with
community participation to create work that resonates culturally, provides mentorship, and fosters
meaningful engagement. Building on this foundation, the current project will expand both the narrative and
opportunities for community members to contribute, culminating in a polished, immersive performance.
Project Distinction:
What makes this project distinctive?
Lolita and Others is distinctive because it blends original storytelling, music, dance, and singing with direct
community participation, creating a fully immersive and collaborative theatre experience. Unlike traditional
productions, it actively integrates community members—not just as audience, but as contributors—to
workshops that shape the performance. The project also centers Latina voices and culturally resonant stories,
providing representation often missing from local theatre. By combining professional artists with mentorship
opportunities, hands-on arts education, and a polished public performance, the project transforms the stage
into a space for collaboration, empowerment, and meaningful cultural connection.
Project Goals:
What are the goals (outputs and/or outcomes) of the project? How will you measure your goals?
Lolita and Others aims to provide accessible arts education, mentorship, and community engagement while
highlighting Latina voices through storytelling, music, and movement. Outputs include 2–3 hands-on
workshops for 15–20 participants and a polished public performance for 75–100 audience members.
Outcomes include increased skills, confidence, and creative engagement among participants, stronger
community connection, and broader appreciation of diverse voices. Success will be measured through ticket
reservations, post-performance and workshop surveys, and frequent social media posts documenting
workshop activities and participant progress.
Target Population:
Who is your target population and why? How will you reach them?
The target population for Lolita and Others includes residents of Carlsbad and the surrounding North County
tri-city area, with a focus on individuals of all ages interested in theatre, music, dance, and cultural
storytelling. The project seeks to engage community members who may not typically have access to hands-on
arts experiences, including those interested in exploring Latina voices and culturally resonant stories.
We will reach this population through local partnerships, community networks, and targeted outreach,
including social media promotion, schools and arts organizations, community centers, and word-of-mouth
from previous participants. Low-cost, accessible programming and public performances ensure the project is
open and inviting to a broad range of community members.
Docusign Envelope ID: 50D04E1A-B14A-8EEB-80AF-ABAC9137E9F7
Analia Romero Tuyo Theatre
Printed On: 16 June 2026 Fiscal Year 2026-27: Emerging Arts Organizations 9
Project Partnerships:
If applicable, please provide names and brief descriptions of roles for any partners in this project. This would
include any organizations, artists or individuals involved in your project that are not employed or affiliated with the
applying organization.
Alyssa Junious-Chorographer/Director, Kiko Jimenez- Percussion, Ruben Hassman -Guitar, Three or Four
Actors to perform in the play, those would need to be auditioned/cast at a later time. Myself and Alyssa would
teach the workshops, Tierra Caliente Academy has graciously let us borrow some practice skirts for the three
performers in the play. I will reach out to them to see if we can borrow some more for the dance portion of
the workshop for the community memebers.
Partner Resumes:
If applicable, you may upload any resumes of teaching artists, artists or any other partners in the proposed project
here. Please consolidate into one PDF if possible.
Partner Resumes Combined.pdf
Organization Changes/Challenges/Circumstances:
What special circumstances, challenges or changes have affected your organization? What impact has this had on
your organization?
As of right now, none.
Budget Information
You may upload budget support information in this section. Please consolidate into one PDF if possible. *Feel free
to contact the Cultural Arts Office at arts@carlsbadca.gov should you need assistance.
Total Project Budget
$5,000.00
Project Budget Form:*
Download a Community Arts Grants budget form and complete the "Projected" column. Save your completed file
as a PDF and upload your project budget form here. Make sure costs tie in with your project narrative. * PLEASE
USE COMMUNITY ARTS GRANT BUDGET FORM ONLY. Budget forms are available on the Cultural Arts Community
Arts Grants webpage.
FY 2026-27 Community Arts Grants Budget Form (1).pdf
Organizational Budget:*
Please upload a current organizational budget.
Docusign Envelope ID: 50D04E1A-B14A-8EEB-80AF-ABAC9137E9F7
Analia Romero Tuyo Theatre
Printed On: 16 June 2026 Fiscal Year 2026-27: Emerging Arts Organizations 10
FY 2026-27 Community Arts Grants Budget Form (1).xlsx
Audited Financials:*
Please upload your organization's most recent completed short form 990s.
TUYO1099.pdf
Application Submission
Application Submission:
Note: Once you submit your application, you cannot edit the form. Please review your answers before
submitting
After you submit this application, you will receive an email for the submission confirmation.
Application Certification:*
I certify that the information contained in this application, including all attachments and support materials, is true
and correct to the best of my knowledge.
Yes
Date of Application Submission:*
03/26/2026
Docusign Envelope ID: 50D04E1A-B14A-8EEB-80AF-ABAC9137E9F7
Analia Romero Tuyo Theatre
Printed On: 16 June 2026 Fiscal Year 2026-27: Emerging Arts Organizations 11
File Attachment Summary
Applicant File Uploads
• TUYO Board Members.docx
• FinalLetter_83-3667628_TUYOTHEATREINC_02212019_01.tif
• B3500-9265.pdf
• Grant Proposal Final Draft– Emerging Artist Grant.docx
• Lolita and others-SCRIPT Analia Romero.docx
• Partner Resumes Combined.pdf
• FY 2026-27 Community Arts Grants Budget Form (1).pdf
• FY 2026-27 Community Arts Grants Budget Form (1).xlsx
• TUYO1099.pdf
Docusign Envelope ID: 50D04E1A-B14A-8EEB-80AF-ABAC9137E9F7
Key Employees and Officers Compensation Related Other
Bernardo Mazon (President)$0 $0 $0
Mabelle Reynoso (Secretary)$0 $0 $0
Peter Cirino (Treasurer)$0 $0 $0
Patrice Amon (Director)$0 $0 $0
Evelyn Diaz (Director)$0 $0 $0
Vanessa Duron (Director)$0 $0 $0
Daniel Jaquez (Director)$0 $0 $0
Zulema Reynoso (Director)$0 $0 $0
Bernardo Mazon (President)$0 $0 $0
Patrice Amon (Director)$0 $0 $0
Maybelle Reynoso (Secretary)$0 $0 $0
Peter Cirino (Treasurer)
Docusign Envelope ID: 50D04E1A-B14A-8EEB-80AF-ABAC9137E9F7
Project Proposal: Lolita and Others
Docusign Envelope ID: 50D04E1A-B14A-8EEB-80AF-ABAC9137E9F7
Project Proposal: Lolita and Others –
Community Theatre Experience
Submitted by:
Analia Romero, Emerging Artist
North County San Diego, CA
[aromero0617@gmail.com] | [760-681-6500]
Project Overview
Lolita and Others is an original theatre project that combines storytelling, music, dance, and
singing to engage the Carlsbad community in an immersive and collaborative artistic
experience. Building on the successful staged reading in August 2025, this project will rehire
select professional actors and musicians from the previous performance while inviting
community members to participate in hands-on workshops that directly contribute to the final
performance.
This project seeks to provide accessible arts education, cultural representation, and meaningful
mentorship opportunities while producing a polished, public performance that celebrates diverse
voices and creative collaboration.
Project Goals
1.Engage the Carlsbad community through workshops and a public performance, offering
residents of all ages an opportunity to explore theatre, music, and dance.
2.Foster artistic growth by giving community participants mentorship and guidance from
professional actors, musicians, and a director/choreographer.
3.Highlight Latina voices and stories, providing cultural context and representation through
the original script Lolita and Others.
4.Produce a professional, inclusive staged performance that showcases the talents of both
professional artists and community participants.
Docusign Envelope ID: 50D04E1A-B14A-8EEB-80AF-ABAC9137E9F7
Project Components
Workshops
●Structure: Two to three interactive workshops for 15–20 community members, led by
professional actors, musicians, and the director/choreographer.
●Content:
○Acting and character development
○Singing and vocal exercises
○Basic movement and dance
○Collaborative creation of scenes and musical numbers inspired by Lolita and
Others
●Outcome: Participants gain skills, confidence, and hands-on experience while
contributing to the final performance.
Public Performance
●Combines professional actors/musicians and community participants.
●Expected audience: 75–100 community members.
●Open to the public and low-cost to maximize accessibility.
●Culminates the workshops and showcases the collaborative work created during the
project.
Community Impact
●Arts education: Provides an accessible learning environment for participants to explore
acting, singing, and dance.
Docusign Envelope ID: 50D04E1A-B14A-8EEB-80AF-ABAC9137E9F7
●Cultural representation: Showcases Latina voices and contemporary storytelling.
●Community connection: Builds mentorship, collaboration, and audience engagement
across diverse groups.
●Empowerment: Encourages participants to explore their creative voices and gain
confidence on stage.
Project Timeline
●May–June 2026: Project planning, recruitment of participants, rehiring professional
actors, musicians, and director/choreographer.
●July 2026: Conduct workshops for community participants.
●August 2026: Rehearsals integrating professional artists and workshop participants.
●September 2026: Public staged reading/performance in Carlsbad.
Project Team
●Project Lead / Artist: Analia Romero
●Director / Choreographer: Alyssa Junious, rehired from August 2025 staged reading
●Professional Actors & Musicians: Selected from 2025 staged reading, mentoring
community participants. Kiko Jimenez- Percussion, Ruben Hassman-Guitar. Vocalists
would be community members and actors in reading.
●Community Participants: 15–20 Carlsbad residents contributing to workshops and
performance.
Docusign Envelope ID: 50D04E1A-B14A-8EEB-80AF-ABAC9137E9F7
Budget – Total Request: $5,000
Item Cost
Artist stipend (Analia Romero – project lead)$1,200
Director / Choreographer $1,000
Rehired actors & musicians $1,200
Workshop materials / assistant stipends $500
Venue rental & technical support $600
Marketing / publicity $300
Costume / props / set materials $200
Total Request $5,000
Budget Justification:
The funds will support artist and director/choreographer stipends, professional actors/musicians,
workshop materials, venue rental and technical support, marketing, and production needs. The
budget ensures fair compensation, high-quality workshops, and an accessible, professional
public performance.
Artist Statement
Analia Romero (she/they) is a Latina theatre performer, writer, and emerging artist based in
North County San Diego. They hold a Master of Music in Afro-Latin Music from California State
University, Los Angeles and a Bachelor of Arts in Music from Northern Arizona University.
Analia has performed extensively in musicals and plays that center Latina voices and
storytelling.
Their work focuses on creating inclusive, community-centered theatre that celebrates diverse
narratives and fosters participation from emerging artists and local community members. With
Lolita and Others, Analia integrates acting, music, and dance to empower participants,
encourage creative growth, and build connections through collaborative storytelling. This project
Docusign Envelope ID: 50D04E1A-B14A-8EEB-80AF-ABAC9137E9F7
reflects their commitment to mentoring, cultural representation, and producing engaging,
professional performances that are accessible to all.
Docusign Envelope ID: 50D04E1A-B14A-8EEB-80AF-ABAC9137E9F7
Emerging Artist Grant Application
Docusign Envelope ID: 50D04E1A-B14A-8EEB-80AF-ABAC9137E9F7
Emerging Artist Grant Application
1️⃣ Organization / Artist Information
Artist Name: Analia Romero
Address: 430 Stoney Point Way #130 Oceanside CA, 92058
Phone: 760-681-6500
Email: aromero0617@gmail.com
Statement of Information:
Analia Romero (she/they) is a Latina theatre performer, writer, and emerging artist based in
North County San Diego. They hold a Master of Music in Afro-Latin Music from California State
University, Los Angeles and a Bachelor of Arts in Music from Northern Arizona University.
Analia has performed extensively in musicals and plays that center Latina voices and
storytelling.
Their work focuses on creating inclusive, community-centered theatre that celebrates diverse
narratives and fosters participation from emerging artists and local community members. With
Lolita and Others, Analia integrates acting, music, and dance to empower participants,
encourage creative growth, and build connections through collaborative storytelling. This project
reflects their commitment to mentoring, cultural representation, and producing engaging,
professional performances that are accessible to all.
Approved Signatory: Analia Romero
2️⃣ Project Information and Narrative
Project Title:
Lolita and Others: Community Theatre Experience
Project Description:
Lolita and Others is an original theatre project combining storytelling, music, dance, and singing.
Building on the successful staged reading of Lolita and Others in August 2025, the project will
rehire select professional actors and musicians from that production while engaging community
participants in interactive workshops.
Docusign Envelope ID: 50D04E1A-B14A-8EEB-80AF-ABAC9137E9F7
Workshops:
●Two to three hands-on theatre workshops for 15–20 community members
●Focus on acting, character exploration, singing, and movement/dance
●Collaborative scene creation inspired by Lolita and Others
●Mentorship by professional actors and the director/choreographer
Public Performance:
●Includes professional and community performers
●Open to the public with an expected audience of 75–100 community members
●Free or low-cost to ensure accessibility and community engagement
Community Impact:
●Arts education: Participants learn acting, singing, and dance from professional artists
●Cultural representation: Highlights Latina voices and storytelling
●Community connection: Builds cross-cultural dialogue and mentorship opportunities
●Empowerment: Encourages confidence and creative expression for both participants
and audiences
Timeline:
●May–June 2026: Project planning, rehiring actors/musicians, recruiting participants
●July 2026: Workshops for community members
●August 2026: Rehearsals integrating professional and community performers
●September 2026: Public staged reading/performance in Carlsbad
3️⃣ Project Support Information
Professional Support:
●Director / Choreographer: Alyssa Junious, rehired from the August 2025 staged reading,
guiding both workshops and performance
●Actors & Musicians: Selected professionals from the original staged reading, mentoring
community participants and ensuring artistic quality
Community Support:
●Participants will collaborate during workshops to contribute scenes and musical numbers
●Venue support and technical assistance for workshops and performance
Attachments:
Docusign Envelope ID: 50D04E1A-B14A-8EEB-80AF-ABAC9137E9F7
●Letters of support from director/choreographer or community partners
●Resume or CV for Analia Romero
4️⃣ Budget
Total Funding Request: $5,000
Item Cost
Total Request $5,000
Budget Justification:
●Artist stipend: Compensates project lead for planning, coordinating, and facilitating
workshops and the performance
●Director/Choreographer: Provides professional guidance, ensuring quality music, dance,
and staging
●Rehired actors & musicians: Bring continuity and mentorship from prior staged reading
●Workshop materials / assistant stipends: Supplies for participants and assistant
facilitators
Docusign Envelope ID: 50D04E1A-B14A-8EEB-80AF-ABAC9137E9F7
●Venue / technical: Rental and technical needs for workshops and final performance
●Marketing / publicity: Flyers, social media promotion, and audience outreach
●Costume / props / set materials: Small set pieces, props, and costumes necessary for
performance
5️⃣ Signatory Information / Agreement Requirements
Signatory Name: Analia Romero
Title: Emerging Artist / Project Lead
Date: 03.12.2026
Contact Information: aromero0617@gmail.com 760-681-6500
Agreement Confirmation:
By submitting this application, I confirm that I understand the grant requirements, including
reporting, public recognition of funding, and adherence to the project plan as outlined above.
Docusign Envelope ID: 50D04E1A-B14A-8EEB-80AF-ABAC9137E9F7
Lolita Sabe
Docusign Envelope ID: 50D04E1A-B14A-8EEB-80AF-ABAC9137E9F7
LOLITA AND OTHERS
By Analia Romero
DRAFT 7
08/17/2025
CCAE THEATRICALS STAGED READING
FESTIVAL DRAFT
Docusign Envelope ID: 50D04E1A-B14A-8EEB-80AF-ABAC9137E9F7
PERFORMANCE NOTES
Plena Combativa - Lolita
Plena Combativa - Libre y Peligrosa
BAD BUNNY - BAILE INoLVIDABLE (Video Oficial) | DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS
This ‘song’ or scene was inspired by Lolita Lebrón (November 19, 1919 – August 1,
2010) she was a Puerto Rican nationalist who was convicted of aggravated assault and
other crimes after carrying out an armed attack on the United States Capitol in 1954,
which resulted in the wounding of five members of the United States Congress. Each
monologue will reflect the struggles of a latina/o/e/x identifying figure/person in the U.S.
Three generations, first will be Lolita Lebrón, second my abuela Maria Valadez, and
third Samora la Perdida, a transgender identifying latinx artist.
Note on performance: live instruments, at least 2-4 dancers, everyone will sing and
dance. Optional: everyone is wearing black until the call to bomba when everything
changes to white, dancers can be actors who will be in small scenes during each
monologue and do actions as needed in each scene but dressed in black.
Docusign Envelope ID: 50D04E1A-B14A-8EEB-80AF-ABAC9137E9F7
CAST OF CHARACTERS
1. Lolita: Puerto Rican Nationalist, 20’s. Bold, unapologetic, and outspoken woman who fought for the liberation of Puerto Rico until her death.2. Maria Valadez Gonzalez: Mexican, 70’s. Strong willed, vocal and fearless. Carried herself quietly and with a strict stoic sense, she also has a bright
sense of humor.
3. Samora La Perdida: Nyorican, 30’s. Free-Spirit, transgender female identifying.4. Ensemble: When one actor is portraying their character in monologue the other two actors become the ensemble dancers and chorus. If in the future
the piece could be expanded then there is room for 3-5 more
dancers/singers.5. Musicians: Bomba de Barriles, Maracas and cuás.
Docusign Envelope ID: 50D04E1A-B14A-8EEB-80AF-ABAC9137E9F7
LOLITA AND OTHERS
The first section is sung acapella all throughout. Begin with Lolita singing ‘Libre y Peligrosa”
Chorus the first time through, then all other women join for chorus the remaining three times. On
the last percussion hit, all the actors have their right fist raised.)
ALL
LIBRE Y PELIGROSA
LIBRE Y PELIGROSA SOY YO
LIBRE Y PELIGROSA
‘PA QUIEN NO ME QUIERE AQUI/ASI (2x)
(All actors keep their fists raised. Only Lolita surveys the room and walks in a small circle as if
she is sizing everyone up, Lolita sings chorus of the song ‘Lolita’ once, by herself and then
percussion joins her, then all the actors sing through the chorus three times, while the dancers
are dancing the actor who is Lolita moves forward, and the other actors either go offstage or sit
and listen)
ALL
(sing chorus as a group 3x)
LOLITA SABE, LOLITA SIENTE
LOLITA FUE PA'L CONGRESO A MORIR POR SU GENTE.
(Focus shifts to actor #1 monologue #1)
LOLITA
I am Dolores Lebrón Sotomayor, crowned Queen of the Flowers of May—
but the world will forever know me as Lolita Lebrón.
You see, dissent is in my blood. Revolution echoes (other actors say this in a haunting way with
Lolita) desde la tierra de mi pueblo—
from the very land that gave birth to me: Lares, Puerto Rico.
The same ground where (other actors say this in a haunting way with Lolita) El Grito de Lares—
the Cry of Lares—
rose up in revolt, fifty-one years before I was born.
(Four bass drum beats. Lolita reacts—startled, haunted.
Lolita is afraid—she is hearing and seeing guns unalive people.)
In 1937, when I was only 18, the Ponce Massacre claimed the lives of 17 unarmed, peacefully
marching friends and family—
and one beautiful little girl.
Docusign Envelope ID: 50D04E1A-B14A-8EEB-80AF-ABAC9137E9F7
She was only twelve years old. (other actors say this in a haunting way with Lolita) Se llamaba
Georgina Maldonado.
That massacre was like a drumbeat that broke the silence— (percussion begins to play the
‘martillo’ pattern at pp.)
a rhythm so raw and primal, it shook me awake.
That moment didn’t just echo in my mind—
it ignited something. (percussion begins and ‘accelerando” only underscore)
Like the first strike on a barril before a ceremony begins,
it was the catalyst— (the percussion does a second ‘accelerando’ only underscore)
the beginning of my personal uprising.
Every beat after that grew louder, clearer, more defiant. (percussion will begin a crescendo
same pattern as before)
My mindset didn’t shift slowly— (second crescendo to ff)
it changed with the thunder of a war drum calling me to rise. (cut off percussion on the word
‘rise’)
I was la Presidenta of the Puerto Rican Nationalist Party—
and an ex-political prisoner of the United States.
On the first of March, 1954,
I led the armed attack on the United States Capitol—
in defense of the liberation of Puerto Rico.
I am not sorry.
Because it was an act of freedom for my country.
I served 25 years of a 50-year sentence
before I was granted clemency by President Jimmy Carter in 1979.
My plan was never to kill anyone.
But I was prepared to die.
The United States is betraying the sacred principles of mankind—
in their continued subjugation of Puerto Rico,
and of all immigrants in Los Estados Unidos.
My life, I give for the freedom of my country.
I am
A Revolutionary.
ALL
Docusign Envelope ID: 50D04E1A-B14A-8EEB-80AF-ABAC9137E9F7
(Percussion plays Bomba call, 8 measures or more of dancing bomba solo for Lolita, then the
actors sing chorus as a group 2x)
LOLITA SABE, LOLITA SIENTE
LOLITA FUE PA'L CONGRESO A MORIR POR SU GENTE.
(Focus shifts to actor #2 monologue #2)
MARÍA
My birth certificate says María Valdez Gonzalez, but to my daughters, sons, and the rest of my
familia, I was simply Mami Maria.
My identity is a mystery—hidden between the pages of church documents, birth and death
certificates, and the stories my children and grandchildren retell.
I was eighteen when I lost my brother Joaquin.
He was just seventeen—A knife took him.
Sin piedad.
After that, I stopped believing the world would protect the good ones.
But then Reyes came—my childhood friend,
the only person who ever looked at me with kindness that didn’t cost me anything.
He found me bruised, but not broken.
And he said, “Vámonos vieja.”
So I crossed the border—
not running,
but walking beside someone who saw me as more than survival.
Cuatro hijos—my four babies.
I left them behind in México.
I kissed their foreheads and swallowed my heart.
I didn’t leave because I didn’t love them.
I left because I did.
We built something in the shadows—
a life stitched from stolen hours and borrowed names.
But one day, the trucks came.
No warning. No mercy. They were gathered like weeds,
not knowing they were roots.
They called it policy.
I called it a disappearance.
Docusign Envelope ID: 50D04E1A-B14A-8EEB-80AF-ABAC9137E9F7
My heart was tired, mija.
Tired from carrying too many secrets.
Tired from watching hope get smaller each day.
But I heard you singing. Your voice rose through the silence,
and in that moment,
I knew I was still alive in you.
I hope you remember me—not just as a mother,
but as a woman who dared to hope
in the quiet moments between the fear.
Say my name when you sing.
Let me live there, in the music.
(Percussion plays Bomba call, 8 measures or more of dancing bomba solo for Maria, then the
actors sing chorus as a group 2x)
ALL
LOLITA SABE, LOLITA SIENTE
LOLITA FUE PA'L CONGRESO A MORIR POR SU GENTE.
(Focus shifts to actor #3 to state monologue #3)
SAMORA
Hola, y’all.
I’m changing my name again.
Finding un nombre — a name that truly encompassed all of my intersecting identities, what I
stand for, and who I strive to be —
both artistically and personally — proved challenging.
But this past year, I discovered and rediscovered myself in the presence of fearlessly beautiful
beings
who helped me find pieces of my personal freedom,
day by day.
So please, call me Samora.
The name I would have received had I been assigned female at birth.
There’s something about saying it out loud that excites me,
scares me,
Docusign Envelope ID: 50D04E1A-B14A-8EEB-80AF-ABAC9137E9F7
and comforts me
all at the same time.
Girl, the best way I can explain it?
When people call me Samora,
it feels like they’re handing a coveted thunderstone to a little Pikachu version of me—
and I can finally evolve
into the ethereal Raichu
that visits me in my Gameboy Color dreams.
So please call me Samora la Pérdida.
Samora, the Lost One.
Growing up as a Black Nuyorican queen
in a white, capitalist society ruled by transphobia
was like being handed unintelligible maps
by institutions that only led to locked doors.
It was only when I strayed from those prescribed paths
that I began to find my truest self.
I had to build the courage
to wear a skirt and heels in front of a mirror,
before I could summon the strength
to strut in them down the street.
I had to work through internalized transphobia to stop performing masculinity on dates— to find
my impulses beautiful as they are.
I had to lose myself to find myself.
And I went through a lot of names along the way.
They’re not dead names—
but rather pressed roses,
resting within the pages of my story.
A lovely reminder of the chapters
that brought me to who I am today.
The more I step into Samora,
the braver I feel to embrace
esta bella locura que se llama la vida.
(Percussion plays Bomba call, 8 measures or more of dancing bomba solo for Samora then the
actors sing chorus as a group 2x)
Docusign Envelope ID: 50D04E1A-B14A-8EEB-80AF-ABAC9137E9F7
ALL
(sing chorus as a group 2x)
LOLITA SABE, LOLITA SIENTE
LOLITA FUE PA'L CONGRESO A MORIR POR SU GENTE.
(Guitar Intro then Coro of ‘Baile Inolvidable’ to end, All in harmony/parts in chorus only Lolita will
sing where indicated)
ALL
NO, NO TE PUEDO OLVIDAR
NO, NO TE PUEDO BORRAR
TÚ ME ENSEÑASTE QUERER
ME ENSEÑASTE BAILAR
SELF/LOLITA
YEAH-YEAH-YEAH-YEAH, EY
DIME CÓMO LE HAGO PA' OLVIDARTE
HAY UN PASO NUEVO QUE QUIERO ENSEÑARTE
EN LAS NOCHE', YA NI PUEDO DORMIR
LO QUE HAGO ES SOÑARTE
ALL
NO, NO TE PUEDO OLVIDAR
NO, NO TE PUEDO BORRAR
TÚ ME ENSEÑASTE A QUERER
ME ENSEÑASTE A BAILAR
SELF/LOLITA
CÓMO TÚ ME BESABAS, CÓMO YO TE LO HACÍA
CÓMO TÚ ME MIRABAS, BELLAQUITO ME PONÍA
SE SIENTE FEO NO TENERTE CERQUITA
LA NUEVA MAMA BIEN, PERO NO ES TU BOQUITA
MI DIABLA, MI ÁNGEL, MI LOQUITA
MI DIABLA, MI ÁNGEL, MI LOQUITA, EY
ALL
NO, NO TE PUEDO OLVIDAR
NO, NO TE PUEDO BORRAR
Docusign Envelope ID: 50D04E1A-B14A-8EEB-80AF-ABAC9137E9F7
TÚ ME ENSEÑASTE A QUERER
ME ENSEÑASTE A BAILAR
SELF/LOLITA
YEAH-YEAH-YEAH-YEAH, EY
DIME CÓMO LE HAGO PA' OLVIDARTE
HAY UN PASO NUEVO QUE QUIERO ENSEÑARTE
EN LAS NOCHE', YA NI PUEDO DORMIR
LO QUE HAGO ES SOÑARTE
ALL
(Last chorus is sung three times and the song is then ended)
NO, NO TE PUEDO OLVIDAR
NO, NO TE PUEDO BORRAR
TÚ ME ENSEÑASTE A QUERER
ME ENSEÑASTE A BAILAR (3x)
END OF PLAY
Docusign Envelope ID: 50D04E1A-B14A-8EEB-80AF-ABAC9137E9F7
Alyssa “Ajay” Junious is an interdisciplinary storyteller,
choreographer, teaching artist and community
organizer. She received her BFA in Performance,
Choreography, and Certificate of Arts Management from
the University of California, Irvine. Professional theater
credits include La Jolla Playhouse, Cygnet Theatre,
Diversionary Theatre, San Diego Musical Theatre,
Oceanside Theatre Company, New Village Arts, and
Teatro San Diego. In 2022 she was a Broadway World SD
nominee for “Best Choreography” (The Wiz, Teatro San
Diego). She debuted at Cygnet in Cabaret as part of the
ensemble and dance captain. Ajay is excited to be
working with Cygnet and especially her mentor Katie
Banville! She is the co-founder of Soultry Sisters Arts &
Wellness Collective and hosts an annual Summer
Soulstice Festival right here in North County San Diego.
Learn more at SoultrySisters.com and @soultrysisters on
Instagram. She also founded Continuum Arts & Pilates, a
movement-based training and performance company.
ContinuumArtsPilates.com @continuum.sd.
Docusign Envelope ID: 50D04E1A-B14A-8EEB-80AF-ABAC9137E9F7
ANALIA ROMERO
Agent: Tiera Ashley • Email: tiera@fsetalent.com
Phone: 213-531-0547 x707 Voice: Mezzo/Alto
Dogfight SDMT/Frankie Errington (July ‘26)
7 Days to Mexican
Man of La Mancha
Jekyll and Hyde
In the Heights
Lotería: Game on!
Pásale Pásale
Pásale Pásale
Oliver!
West Side Story
La Lucha
In the Heights
Hunchback of Notre Dame
STAGED READING/PLAYWRIGHT
Hilltop/Scorned Women Margot/Phaedra
Our Lady of the San Diego
Colorín Colorado
Poderosas
Lolita and Others
Always
El Puente
Esperanza Rising
Call Your Mother
COMMERCIAL VOICE OVER/FILM
Spit Me Out
Aldi Social 2026 (Spanish)
THEME PARK
The Musical World of Coco OPERA
Amahl and the Night Visitors
Verdi Requiem
Carmen CHORAL
Resonance Ensemble
SACRA/PROFANA
La Jolla Symphony Chorus
TRAINING
Iris Sandra Cepeda. Mariachi/Cynthia Reifler Flores.
AWARDS
In the Heights,
Doreen Montalvo “Do It Anyway” Scholarship TOP 10 Finalist, 2022 and 2025SPECIAL SKILLS/INTEREST
THEATRE
Docusign Envelope ID: 50D04E1A-B14A-8EEB-80AF-ABAC9137E9F7
Fluent in Spanish. Salvadoran/Mexican. Piano. Accents:Standard British, Cockney, Mexican Spanish, Cuban, Texan.
Sight-reading, singing in Italian, French, Spanish, German, Hebrew, Klingon. Teaching Artist and Activist.
Docusign Envelope ID: 50D04E1A-B14A-8EEB-80AF-ABAC9137E9F7
Ruben Hassman
Music Instructor
(310) 795-7140
rubenhassman717@gmail.com
EDUCATION
Cal State Los Angeles, Master of Music, Afro-Latin
Degree obtained May, 2022
Northern Arizona University, Bachelor's Degree in Music
Education (instrumental) K-12
Degree obtained May, 2018
Northern Arizona University, Certification in Suzuki Pedagogy
Certificate Obtained May, 2018
California Teaching Certified- Single Subject Teaching
Certificate
Certificate Obtained March, 2020, recertified January, 2025
EXPERIENCE
Vista Unified School District
(Site): Vista Academy of Performing and Visual Arts- Vista,
California
Title: Music Specialist
August 2022-
Responsibilities:
- General and world music teacher for grades Kindergarten to 5 th
grade
VAPA Summer Camp- San Diego, California
Title: Teacher Assistant
June 2022-July 2022
Responsibilities: Assist in teaching, prepping and Maintainance
Classical Academy- Vista, California
Title: Music Teacher
September 2020- June 2021
Responsibilities: Teaching students grades K-3 general and world music
City Heights Music Academy- San Diego, California
Title: World Music and Mariachi Instructor
January 2021- May 2021
Responsibilities:
- Teaching music from different countries and cultures to
students in the elementary school level
SKILLS
Mariachi musician and
instructor (violin, guitar and
vihuela).
General Music teacher
Strings teacher (violin, guitar,
and ukulele)
Bachelor's Degree in Music
Education
Certificate of Suzuki Violin
Pedagogy Books 1-4.
Leadership
Networking
Intermediate piano skills
Microsoft Office
Google Drive
Detailed Oriented
LANGUAGES
English
Intermediate Spanish
Docusign Envelope ID: 50D04E1A-B14A-8EEB-80AF-ABAC9137E9F7
88 Music academy- Arcadia, California
Title: Violin and Guitar Instructor
September 2019- June 2020
Responsibilities:
- Private Lessons for students of all ages on the violin/guitar
Supervisor: Annie chen
(626) 445-5397
Harmony Project- La Habra, CA
Title: Mariachi Instructor
January 2020-June 2020
Responsibilities:
- Ensemble Director
Supervisor: Christian Martinez
christian@harmonyproject.org
Killip Elementary School-Flagstaff, AZ
Title: Skills Enrichment Trainer: Mariachi Violin Instructor
January 2019-May 2019
Responsibilities:
- Instruct Students in playing violin independently or in a
group.
Supervisor: Joe Gutierrez
jgutierrez@fusd1.org
Flagstaff Montessori, Flagstaff, AZ
Title: Music Instructor (Elementary and Middle School)
January 2016- May 2017
Responsibilities:.
- Teaching students grades 3 to 8 beginning and basic guitar
and ukulele.
Supervisor: Kim Loaiza
Cell: (305) 216-9435
kim@flagmontessori.com
Flagstaff Community Dance and Music Academy Flagstaff,
AZ Title: Suzuki Violin Instructor
August 2014 - May 2017
Responsibilities:
- Instructor for private lessons on the violin
- Instructor for group violin lessons
- In charge of supervising students from ages 5-10
Supervisor: Karin Hallberg
karin.hallberg@nau.edu
Docusign Envelope ID: 50D04E1A-B14A-8EEB-80AF-ABAC9137E9F7
PROJECTS
NAU Mariachi Mar y Sol — Official NAU Community Mariachi
Club
President and Cofounder
Founded in August 2016 by Ruben Hassman and Analia Romero,
NAU Mariachi Mar y Sol is a newly established club where
both NAU students and Flagstaff community members who
have a background with mariachi music can come together to
create music. It is also a place for individuals who don’t have a
background but are interested to learn how to play an
instrument and sing in the mariachi tradition. Our goal is to
share and educate our fellow students and community
members on the cultural traditions of mariachi music. We
rehearse once to twice a week, perform for numerous events
through the university and Flagstaff county, and host events
that feature the mariachi club, other NAU clubs, and
community organizations.
Flagstaff Sings- Community Choir
Assistant Director
Flagstaff Sings is a community choir that I step in for as
director as needed, accompaniment, lead in sectionals,
arrange repertoire, and schedule concerts and events.
REFERENCES
Benjie Walker: Principal of Vista Academy, Vista CA.
(760) 522-1381
benjiewalker@vistausd.org
Susan Stuber: VAPA Resource Teacher
(619)300-5549
susanstuber@vistausd.org
Patty Kilroy: Music Professor, Cal State Los Angeles, CA
pkilroy@calstatela.edu
(323)343-4086
Docusign Envelope ID: 50D04E1A-B14A-8EEB-80AF-ABAC9137E9F7
Applicant:COMMUNITY ARTS GRANTS 2024-25 PROJECT BUDGET INFORMATION
$ Notes $
Admissions $ 2,500.00 $25 per ticket for audience admission at 100 tickets sold.
Gifts/Merchandise/
Concessions $ -
Advertising $ 300.00
Donations $ 2,700.00 Projected donations from audience and or web traction.
5,500.00$ Subtotal Earned Income -$
CONTRIBUTED INCOME $ Notes $
Private $ 1,500.00
Individual $ -
Public Support $ -
Applicant Cash $ -
CAG Request Amount $ 5,000.00 Amount requested through Community Arts Grants 2026-27
Other $ -
Other $ -
Subtotal Unearned Income 6,500.00$ Subtotal Unearned Income -$
Cash Notes Cash
Project Staff (non-artist) $ 150.00 Workshop Dance and vocal assitants, I think we will likely have
two people and each person will sing and dance.
INCOME TOTALS
PROJECT EXPENSES Notes
12,000.00$ -$
Subtotal Earned Income
Notes
Writing, printing the script and writing, arranging music and
directing/setting music before rehearsals begin.
Un
e
a
r
n
e
d
I
n
c
o
m
e
Amount received through Community Arts Grants 2026-2027
Ea
r
n
e
d
I
n
c
o
m
e
CAG FY 2026-27 BUDGET FORM PROJECTED - APPLICATION ACTUALS - FINAL REPORT
PROJECT INCOME ORGANIZATION NAME:
Docusign Envelope ID: 50D04E1A-B14A-8EEB-80AF-ABAC9137E9F7
Applicant:COMMUNITY ARTS GRANTS 2024-25 PROJECT BUDGET INFORMATION
CAG FY 2026-27 BUDGET FORM PROJECTED - APPLICATION ACTUALS - FINAL REPORT
Project Artist(s) or Arts
Instructor(s) $ 3,400.00 director/choreographer and assistants will take lead on teaching the
workshops.
Educational Materials/Printing $ 50.00 We may do most of this digitally, example tracks, videos of
rehearsals, example videos etc for volunteers to rehearse at home.
Costumes/Props $ 100.00 I do not think much will be needed depnding on the venue.
Sets $ 100.00 Minimal. Likely open space as the actors will sing/dance.
Supplies $ 50.00 n/a
Licensing/Royalties $ -
Rentals (space and/or other) $ 600.00 A theatre space with decent sound will be needed as there will be
percussion and voice.
Transportation
Food & Beverage $ -
Marketing/Promotion/
Publicity $ 50.00 Facebook ads and instagram ads paid for.
Fiscal Agency Fee $ 500.00 this is 10% max of the grant total.
Other
Other
Other
EXPENSES TOTALS 5,000.00$ -$
Value Notes Value
Performance/Practice skirts $ 500.00 Tierra Caliente Academy in Vista let us borrow skirtas for the last
perfformance and have gracioulsy decided to support us again.
Community Volunteer/Performers $ 5,000.00 Community members who participate in the workshops and
perform with the dancers/actors will volunteer their time.
IN-KIND SUPPORT Notes
Docusign Envelope ID: 50D04E1A-B14A-8EEB-80AF-ABAC9137E9F7
Applicant:COMMUNITY ARTS GRANTS 2024-25 PROJECT BUDGET INFORMATION
CAG FY 2026-27 BUDGET FORM PROJECTED - APPLICATION ACTUALS - FINAL REPORT
IN-KIND TOTALS 5,500.00$ -$
Enter a '0' in any cells that you don't have an amount to add.
Please give detailed descriptions for each line item in the notes column. For example, if your total admissions is $1,000, enter "4 shows, 50 attendees, $5 each."
Please insert your organization name in the top right header.
Budget Instructions:
For application, fill out only green. For final report, fill in blue.
You will only be able to fill out the cells highlighted in green or blue.
The application project budget must balance. Total income must equal total expenses. Final Report may
Round all budget figures to the nearest whole dollar.
Docusign Envelope ID: 50D04E1A-B14A-8EEB-80AF-ABAC9137E9F7
Applicant:COMMUNITY ARTS GRANTS 2024-25 PROJECT BUDGET INFORMATION
CAG FY 2026-27 BUDGET FORM PROJECTED - APPLICATION ACTUALS - FINAL REPORT
PROJECT INCOME $Notes $
Ea
r
n
e
d
I
n
c
o
m
e
Admissions $ 2,500.00 $25 per ticket for audience admission at 100 tickets sold.
Gifts/Merchandise/
Concessions $ -
Advertising $ 300.00
Donations $ 2,700.00 Projected donations from audience and or web traction.
Subtotal Earned Income $ 5,500.00 Subtotal Earned Income $ -
CONTRIBUTED INCOME $Notes $
Un
e
a
r
n
e
d
I
n
c
o
m
e
Private $ 1,500.00
Individual $ -
Public Support $ -
Applicant Cash $ -
CAG Request Amount $ 5,000.00 Amount requested through Community Arts Grants 2026-27
Other $ -
Other $ -
Subtotal Unearned Income $ 6,500.00 Subtotal Unearned Income $ -
$ 12,000.00 $ -INCOME TOTALS
PROJECT EXPENSES Cash Notes Cash
Project Staff (non-artist)$ 150.00 Workshop Dance and vocal assitants, I think we will likely have two people
and each person will sing and dance.
Docusign Envelope ID: 50D04E1A-B14A-8EEB-80AF-ABAC9137E9F7
Applicant:COMMUNITY ARTS GRANTS 2024-25 PROJECT BUDGET INFORMATION
ACTUALS - FINAL REPORT
ORGANIZATION NAME:
Notes
Writing, printing the script and writing, arranging music and directing/setting
music before rehearsals begin.
Amount received through Community Arts Grants 2026-2027
Notes
Docusign Envelope ID: 50D04E1A-B14A-8EEB-80AF-ABAC9137E9F7
Applicant:COMMUNITY ARTS GRANTS 2024-25 PROJECT BUDGET INFORMATION
Project Artist(s) or Arts
Instructor(s)$ 3,400.00 director/choreographer and assistants will take lead on teaching the
workshops.
Educational Materials/Printing $ 50.00 We may do most of this digitally, example tracks, videos of rehearsals,
example videos etc for volunteers to rehearse at home.
Costumes/Props $ 100.00 I do not think much will be needed depnding on the venue.
Sets $ 100.00 Minimal. Likely open space as the actors will sing/dance.
Supplies $ 50.00 n/a
Licensing/Royalties $ -
Rentals (space and/or other)$ 600.00 A theatre space with decent sound will be needed as there will be percussion
and voice.
Transportation
Food & Beverage $ -
Marketing/Promotion/
Publicity $ 50.00 Facebook ads and instagram ads paid for.
Fiscal Agency Fee $ 500.00 this is 10% max of the grant total.
Other
Other
Other
EXPENSES TOTALS $ 5,000.00 $ -
IN-KIND SUPPORT Value Notes Value
Performance/Practice skirts $ 500.00 Tierra Caliente Academy in Vista let us borrow skirtas for the last
perfformance and have gracioulsy decided to support us again.
Community Volunteer/Performers $ 5,000.00 Community members who participate in the workshops and perform with the
dancers/actors will volunteer their time.
CAG FY 2026-27 BUDGET FORM PROJECTED - APPLICATION ACTUALS - FINAL REPORT
Docusign Envelope ID: 50D04E1A-B14A-8EEB-80AF-ABAC9137E9F7
Applicant:COMMUNITY ARTS GRANTS 2024-25 PROJECT BUDGET INFORMATION
Notes
ACTUALS - FINAL REPORT
Docusign Envelope ID: 50D04E1A-B14A-8EEB-80AF-ABAC9137E9F7
Applicant:COMMUNITY ARTS GRANTS 2024-25 PROJECT BUDGET INFORMATION
IN-KIND TOTALS $ 5,500.00 $ -
Budget Instructions:
For application, fill out only green. For final report, fill in blue.
You will only be able to fill out the cells highlighted in green or blue.
The application project budget must balance. Total income must equal total expenses. Final Report may
Round all budget figures to the nearest whole dollar.
Enter a '0' in any cells that you don't have an amount to add.
Please give detailed descriptions for each line item in the notes column. For example, if your total admissions is $1,000, enter "4 shows, 50 attendees, $5 each."
Please insert your organization name in the top right header.
CAG FY 2026-27 BUDGET FORM PROJECTED - APPLICATION ACTUALS - FINAL REPORT
Docusign Envelope ID: 50D04E1A-B14A-8EEB-80AF-ABAC9137E9F7
Applicant:COMMUNITY ARTS GRANTS 2024-25 PROJECT BUDGET INFORMATION
Budget Instructions:
For application, fill out only green. For final report, fill in blue.
You will only be able to fill out the cells highlighted in green or blue.
The application project budget must balance. Total income must equal total expenses. Final Report may
Round all budget figures to the nearest whole dollar.
Enter a '0' in any cells that you don't have an amount to add.
Please give detailed descriptions for each line item in the notes column. For example, if your total admissions is $1,000, enter "4 shows, 50 attendees, $5 each."
Please insert your organization name in the top right header.
ACTUALS - FINAL REPORT
Docusign Envelope ID: 50D04E1A-B14A-8EEB-80AF-ABAC9137E9F7