Real Women Have Curves

January 23 - February 15, 2026

Hubbard Theatre

By Josefina López
Directed by Lisa Portes

Sisterhood, Resilience, and Self-Acceptance

This vivacious comedy, which inspired the hit film, follows five Latina women navigating the pressures of body image, immigration, and cultural expectations. As they work to meet an impossible deadline, the women reveal their hopes and struggles. Experience the warmth and laughter in the beauty of embracing who you are.

The run time is 2 hours, including one intermission.

In this community centered comedy, audiences can expect language, minor violence, partial nudity, discussion of sexual situations, and mentions of domestic violence.

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Enhance Your Experience

Talks & Events

ActOUT

Join us for a night where theatre and pride take center stage!

Thursday, February 5

6:30 PM

Pre-show Alley Chat

Get a behind-the-scenes look at the design process.

Sunday, January 25

1:00 PM

Post-Show Alley Chats

Join us for post-show Alley Chats with the cast and Alley Theatre Artistic Staff.

Thursday, January 29

7:30 PM

Tuesday, February 3

7:30 PM

The Resident Acting Company on the Alley’s 2025-2026 Season

Prepare for an extraordinary season of riveting stories, stellar performances, and unforgettable memories in Alley Theatre's 2025-26 Season!

Caroline Austin

Announcing the Resident Acting Company Casting for the 2025-2026 Season

The Alley's Resident Acting Company is a cornerstone of its artistic identity. Comprised of seven actors, the Company brings a unique and vital element to Alley's productions. They are not

Caroline Austin

Special Performances

Captioned Performance

Sunday, February 1

2:00 PM

Best Seats: Section 5, Rows L-O

Audio Described Performance

Sunday, February 1

7:00 PM

This service can be accessed from any seat location upon checking out a headset device.

ASL Interpreted Performance

Wednesday, February 4

7:30 PM

Best Seats: Please select the indicated performance and use Promo Code ASLSEAT to gain access to the best seats to view ASL interpreters, or contact Guest Services at (713) 220-5700 or boxoffice@alleytheatre.org.