Cast & creatives
People behind the production
Anna In the Tropics is the Pulitzer Prize for Drama-winning work by Nilo Cruz, a milestone in contemporary American theater. Set in 1929 Ybor City, Florida, the play follows Cuban immigrant workers in a cigar factory and a lector who reads Tolstoy’s Anna Karenina to them, weaving themes of tradition, modernization, love, and the transformative power of literature. The world premiere took place in Coral Gables in 2002, with the Broadway debut launching in 2003. As you explore this performer page, you’ll find a detailed biography of Nilo Cruz, highlights from the play's discography-style study of its adaptations and productions, and notes on upcoming tour dates where audiences can experience this lyrical drama live.