TASK FORCE 48

Highly original brilliantly energetic dystopian perspective on future USA. The joy, humour and vibrancy of Alicia's performance coupled with her intelligent journalistic perspective sent us out into the evening uplifted, laughing with lots of stimulating ideas to discuss.... full review

Creator Alicia Ontiveros adeptly combined audience participation, code-switching, music, and projection to present a thought-provoking, engaging, and timely look at the potential future of our troubled democracy. Lest that sound heavy or pedantic, be assured that she also employed comedic touches that energized her audience with a feelings of hope and determination. ... full review

TASK FORCE 48 was a hilarious and biting social commentary about the craziness of our current political situation and what it will take to dig our way out told from the perspective of a Latina woman. It was very funny and thought-provoking. I highly recommend!... full review

A wildly entertaining thought experiment that finds humor in the chaos of the world. You'll laugh, think, and leave feeling lighter. Alicia brings the heart that makes it all truly shine.... full review

If you are ready to be hopeful about the future at a time when things feel hopeless, this is a show for you. Leaving you feeling empowered by the message that our stories and family histories are what shapes the story of America if we take back our power (individually and as a collective), not claimed by those who seek to write our nation's story for us.... full review

Messy and fun.... full review

Fast, smart and funny! Alicia’s writing is witty and poignant. ... full review

Alicia Ontiveros’ Task Force 48 is absolutely incredible. It’s a poignant commentary on both the current political climate and our society. She presents big, beautiful ideas with humor, insight and compassion. It’s completely hilarious, yet I was caught off guard by such deeply personal moments that I teared up. Everyone did. Everything landed. Her writing was masterful and I’ve never seen anyone engage their audience like she does. When you step into her theater, whether you’re ready or not, you become part of her committee. It’s an experience everyone should have.... full review

Task Force 48 is an invigorating case study in the variety of opinions that will shape the next presidency. It’s funny, relevant, and will absolutely surprise you. ... full review

Task Force 48 is exactly the kind of show that we need in this political climate.... full review