The Cold Sweat: A New Sick Family Comedy!
At The Players Theatre, March 6-23 2025. Get your tix NOW!
About
LA GOTA FRIA:THE COLD SWEAT is a dramedy set in 1990s Queens, NY. When the matriarch of the Gonzalez family falls ill, her loved ones rally around her: a blind but hyperaware grandfather, a frenzied daughter and her doting husband. And the meddlesome family friend with a particular interest for the Gonzalez women, including the cat. LA GOTA FRIA:THE COLD SWEAT is a new sick family comedy that will have you rethink your choices for cancer treatments. So let's go back in time to Queens, NY in the 1990s when you, your family and your friends were dancing to new and classic Salsa, Merengue and Latin Pop!LA GOTA FRIA: THE COLD SWEAT by Anna Capunay is one of 72 projects to receive funding through the NYC Women’s Fund for Media, Music and Theatre, a groundbreaking initiative from The City of New York Mayor’s Office of Media and Entertainment (MOME) that has targeted the underrepresentation and equity challenges that women have historically faced in the media and entertainment industries.Follow us on Instagram and Bluesky for news and updates!
Principal Cast
Greta Quispe as
Josefina Gonzalez
Greta Quispe is a proud SAG-AFTRA actress with a deep passion for storytelling across theater, television, and film. Greta has trained at The Lee Strasberg Theatre, Film Institute, and Stella Adler Studio of Acting.Her television credits include a guest-starring role on Matlock (CBS), where she had the privilege of working alongside the legendary Kathy Bates. She also guest-starred in Blue Bloods (CBS) and Law & Order (NBC), to name a few of her credits.On the big screen, Greta was featured in the Oscar-winning film American Fiction alongside Jeffrey Wright. She has worked with other notable actors who have inspired her, turning each project into a masterclass by observing their exceptional craft and performance.Greta is profoundly thankful to God for her blessings and the opportunities she has received in her career. She aspires to keep learning and growing in the craft she deeply
admires and respects.Greta Quispe is appearing as courtesy of
Actor's Equity Association
Yessenia Rivas as
Irene Gonzalez
Yessenia Rivas (She/They) is a NYC-based Actor and Creative. Her recent credits include originating roles in the world premieres of CANARY by Donald Wollner and WHERE WOMEN GO by Tina Howe. They have also been seen in EL BACALAO at The Flea Theatre, MANIC PIXIE NIGHTMARE at the Women's Theatre Festival in North Carolina, and COWL GIRL at The Player’s Theatre. Short films include ONE SUGGESTION by Alyssa Kurtzman, SHELL SHOCKED by Paula Cajiao, YOUR SILENT FACE by Anna Capunay, and THE RETURN TO WHY by William Phelps. Yessenia was also a finalist in the NBC Nosotros 'Ya Tu Sabes' Showcase. They are so excited to be coming back to the family of LA GOTA FRIA. @YesseniaSRivas
J. Santiago Suarez as Manuel Gonzalez
After an intensive summer at SONY Pictures Studios and filming the live-action feature Dora In Search of Sol Dorado in the Colombian jungle, J. Is excited to return his old stomping grounds, the New York theatre community. As a tv and film veteran he fully immerse himself into becoming Manuel Gonzalez. While
preparing and researching Manuel’s journey in La Gota Fría/The Cold Sweat, he volunteered time teaching an acting class for members of Visions at Selis Manor a non-profit organization for the blind and visually impaired. J’s television appearances include Will Trent, FBI, S.W.A.T., Criminal Minds, Ghostwriter, Blue Bloods and The Chosen among others. Considering himself a
“Vegan in transition” he has an interest in creating organic herbal tinctures as dietary supplements.
Representation: Stewart Talent, Los Angeles/Atlanta, and Brandon Cohen, Manager
Danny Borba as
Alfredo
DANNY BORBA (he/him/el) is an actor, singer, and dancer based in New York City. He just got done performing as Carlos in the National Tour of The Magic School Bus. He has also recently appeared in Escape to Margaritaville, Bright Star, and Stellaluna and Other Tales, all at Mill Mountain Theater in Roanoke, Virginia, and as El Mountain Lion with the National Tour of El Otro Oz, produced by TheaterWorks. He has worked with multiple organizations like the Latinx Playwrights Circle and LAByrinth Theater Company, among others. He is a recent graduate of the Actor Training Program at the University of Utah. Past credits also include Ensemble of Elf The Musical at Pioneer Theater and also as Frog in A Year With Frog and Toad and Ryker in SLACabaret: Down the Rabbit Hole, both at Salt Lake Acting Company and he has also recently been working on the TV show High School Musical: The Musical: The Series. He is represented by Act One Management in New York. He thanks his family and friends and God for their ongoing support.Danny Borba is appearing as courtesy of
Actors Equity Association
Jared Trevino as
Enrique "Moco"
Jared Treviño is a proud native of Corpus Christi, Texas, where he spent countless nights on stage, either rehearsing or performing. Inspired by the local greats who came before him, he eventually moved to Los Angeles, where he continues to reside and pursue his calling.After winning the 3rd Annual NOSOTROS Ya Tú Sabes Monologue Slam presented by NBCU, Jared was introduced to an ever-expanding Latino community that led him to collaborate with many talented directors, writers, and producers who continue to inspire his work in a multitude of ways.Most recently, Jared wrapped filming on the feature La Frutera: The Fruit Girl and concluded a successful festival run with Death in Training, a short film in which he starred. The film earned multiple awards, with recognition from festivals such as NYLFF and The Mexican American Film and TV Festival, among others. He also has two independent feature films, Addy Daddy and The Chemists, both of which he led and are set to release on February 14th.On stage, Jared portrayed Bernard in Casa 0101's production of Death of a Salesman and has since performed in multiple sketch comedy shows with Single Riders Only. He has also been actively involved with The Amapola Players in Pasadena, participating in numerous staged readings that showcase the work of talented local playwrights.Jared is immensely grateful for the unwavering support of his family and extends a special thanks to Anna Capunay for the opportunity to be part of La Gota Fría: The Cold Sweat, which marks his debut in the New York theatre scene.He is represented in Los Angeles by LA Talent and in Texas by The Blanco Agency.
Understudy Cast
Cintra Batchoo as
Josefina Gonzalez
Cintra Batchoo is thrilled to be understudying the role of Josefina Gonzalez in the producton of ‘La Gota Fria: The Cold Sweat’. Trained at The Barrow Group, she is excited to support and contribute to this dynamic cast and the show’s success.
Abril Lopez as
Irene Gonzalez
Abril López Ruiz is a Mexican singer, actress, and dancer. She has participated in multiple productions in Mexico, including the roles of Amalia in “Amalia” and Regina in “Rock of Ages”. In 2023, Abril moved to New York City and graduated from The American Musical Dramatic Academy. After making her NYC Debut in Hamlet isn’t Dead’s "Pericles", she has performed in the worldwide premiere of "La Mano del Mono" at the New York Winter Fest, and The Green Room 42. She’s extremely grateful for everyone in “La Gota Fria”’s team. Con amor, para mi familia. @abrilopezz
Edoardo Miranda as
Alfredo
Originally from New York City and an alumnus of The Stella Adler Studio, Edoardo Miranda is an actor and writer renowned for his roles in films like Eating with The Enemy and For Lila. Broadway/New York highlights: The Last Boy (BDWY); Arrivals (Center for Jewish History / Seattle Jewish Theater Company); La Gota Fría (The Players Theatre); Goodville (Hudson Guild Theater / New York Theater Festival); Wilde Shakespeare (The Playroom Theater / Parnassus Theater Company); Aladdin and Little Red Riding Hood (Galli Theater New York). Miranda’s distinctive and multicultural background includes polyglotism, psychology, poetry, suicide prevention hotline volunteering and martial arts. edoardomiranda.com
