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Musical 'Mexodus' Explores Escape to Mexico, Blends Hip-Hop and Bolero

4/17/2026

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Mexodus is a musical co-created by Brian Quijada and Nygel D. Robinson about enslaved people escaping to Mexico.
It tells the story of Henry, who flees Texas and meets Carlos, a former combat medic.
The production blends hip-hop and bolero and runs at Pasadena Playhouse from July 8 to August 2.
Quijada and Robinson aim to shed light on hidden history and provide hope for Black and brown communities.

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Story summary

Mexodus is a musical co-created by Brian Quijada and Nygel D. Robinson about enslaved people escaping to Mexico.
It tells the story of Henry, who flees Texas and meets Carlos, a former combat medic.
The production blends hip-hop and bolero and runs at Pasadena Playhouse from July 8 to August 2.
Quijada and Robinson aim to shed light on hidden history and provide hope for Black and brown communities.