Odysseus Cruz

Odysseus Cruz by Jose Cruz Gonzalez

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Productions (3)
Drama
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15 minutes
2 W, 3 M, 
Set: Minimal.

A contemporary take on Homer's The Odyssey, the classic hero is transformed into Odysseus Cruz, a smuggler of men across the modern-day U.S.-Mexican border. Trying to return home, he stops at an oasis and is confronted by the souls of the people who have died on his watch. Vivid spirits appear to tell of the sacrifices made for the sake of the journey in this bilingual exploration of life told through music and movement. Read More

Pricing Information

Min. Performance Fee* $40
NOTE: This play is part of an anthology called California Scenarios.
Standard Edition $13.99
Standard Manager Edition $24.99
Archival Video License $75

*The per performance fee begins at $40. Your per performance fee will be provided during the ordering process.


Playscripts is pleased to offer an Archival Video License for an additional $150 for full-length plays and $75 for one-act plays.

Play Details

A contemporary take on Homer's The Odyssey, the classic hero is transformed into Odysseus Cruz, a smuggler of men across the modern-day U.S.-Mexican border. Trying to return home, he stops at an oasis and is confronted by the souls of the people who have died on his watch. Vivid spirits appear to tell of the sacrifices made for the sake of the journey in this bilingual exploration of life told through music and movement.

(This play can also be performed as part of the full-length play California Scenarios.)

  • Drama
  • |
  • 15 minutes
  • 2 W, 3 M, 
  • Set: Minimal.

Production History

MAY 21, 2021 - MAY 30, 2021
Cultural Arts & Diversity
Santa Cruz, CA United States
Cultural Arts & Diversity Santa Cruz, CA United States
APR 14, 2011 - APR 16, 2011
Pine Manor College
Chestnut Hill, MA United States
Pine Manor College Chestnut Hill, MA United States
JUL 22, 2002 - AUG 04, 2002
South Coast Repertory
Costa Mesa, CA United States
South Coast Repertory Costa Mesa, CA United States
No upcoming productions.
JUL 22, 2002 - AUG 04, 2002
South Coast Repertory
Costa Mesa, CA United States
South Coast Repertory Costa Mesa, CA United States