Tomás and the Library Lady

NEW MEXICO STATE UNIVERSITY (2019)

This bilingual children’s show was adapted from the beloved book by Pat Mora. Tomás, a young son of migrant farm workers, spends the summer with his family following the crops north from Texas to Iowa. A chance encounter brings him to the local Carnegie Library, where he meets the “Library Lady” who recognizes his thirst for knowledge and encourages him to read.

The book was adapted for the stage by José Cruz Gonzalez. Gonzalez wrote the lyrics to the songs. Lisa Hermanson wrote the music specifically for New Mexico State University’s production. The pieces were accompanied by Hugo De Billie V on guitar.

Videos of three of the songs are below.