Based on the inspiring true story of Tomás Rivera and the beloved book by Pat Mora, Tomás and the Library Lady is a celebration of stories, reading, and imagination. Tomás, a native Texan born in Crystal City and the son of migrant farm workers, meets a kind librarian who introduces him to the transformative power of books.
This is the story of author and educator Tomás Rivera, who became the first Mexican-American Chancellor in the University of California system. The bilingual play can be enjoyed by both English and Spanish speakers.
