Singer,
Songwriter &
Performing Artist
- tapia.lobos.francisca@gmail.com
- Washington, DC / New york / chile
1st Stage Debut as Estella
Step into the vibrant world of Miami’s Wynwood arts district with a joyous and downright hilarious snapshot of Cuban and Colombian-American culture. As Art Basel approaches, Mariana, the director of a swanky modern art gallery, faces a serious dilemma: her showroom has become an active crime scene. Part crime-comedy, part mother-daughter story, this play follows Mariana and her eccentric squad, including her larger-than-life mother, a film and television star determined to save the show. “A poignant and playful exploration of family, identity, and comedy.” – Boulder Weekly
Written by Alexis Scheer
Directed by Elena Velasco
December 12-29, 2024
Folger Theater debut as Lady Capulet and Vocalist
Shakespeare’s timeless story of star-crossed lovers is also a story of the politics of warring families and the violence that consumes them. When all the systems meant to protect and guide a pair of young lovers—familial, religious, and governmental—fail them, can they find a way to safeguard their future despite the chaos around them?
Fran starred as Eva Perón
Mummy in the Closet: Evita´s Return
at GALA Theatre
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With tantalizing lyrics and the seductive allure of samba, reggae, bachata, waltz, tango, and tarantella, this wicked musical seamlessly blends history and fantasy. Follow the afterlife of Eva Perón when her preserved corpse ignites political scandals, clandestine affairs, and mysterious murders, exposing the intense love between Evita and the working class and her mesmerizing spiritual power as Argentina’s most revered icon. Llena de seductora música con ritmos de samba, reggae, bachata, vals, tango y tarantella, este pérfido musical mezcla la realidad y la fantasía al exponer el mundo después de la muerte de Eva Perón. En esta nueva realidad, su bien preservado cuerpo causa escándalos políticos, aventuras amorosas y asesinatos misteriosos. Al mismo tiempo, el intenso amor entre Evita y la clase trabajadora queda expuesto, así como el poder espiritual que ella ejerce al ser el ícono más venerado de Argentina.
ESE MAR, last songwriting collab,
is part of Jaime Lozano's new album:
Songs by an Immigrant Vol. 2
Jaime Lozano is headed back to Lincoln Center September 15 to celebrate the release of his new album, Jaime Lozano & The Familia: Songs by an Immigrant Vol. 2, where Fran had the opportunity to collaborate as a songwriter. The album is already available in all platforms. Join our fiesta, come to sing, dance, laugh and cry with us and this AMAZING ALL LATIN FAMILIA!
On Your Feet at Ogunquit Playhouse, ME
THE NEW INTERNATIONAL PRODUCTION
THU JUL 20 – SAT AUG 19
The powerful true story of love, Latin heritage, and the inspiring music of a family whose humble beginnings traversed seemingly impossible boundaries to claim global superstardom.
In The Heights at PA Shakespeare Festival
Performing as part of the ensemble and understudied the roles of Camila and Daniela. Watch the videos below to see her as Daniela!
Two 2023 Helen Hayes Awards
Won the Award as Outstanding Supporting Performer in a Musical, Helen category, for her role of Gloria Fajardo in the Spanish world premiere of On Your Feet. Also won the Award as Outstanding Ensemble in a Musical, Helen category, for Revoltosa.
2023 Broadway World Washington DC Award
Won the Award as Best Supporting Performer in a Musical for her role of Gloria Fajardo in the spanish world premiere of On Your Feet.
Broadway National Tour
Starring as Gloria Fajardo on the 2nd National Tour of ON YOUR FEET, The Story of Emilio y Gloria Estefan.
US debut at GALA Theatre
Starring as Gloria Fajardo and Gloria Estefan understudy on the World Premiere in Spanish of On Your Feet, La Historia de Emilio y Gloria Estefan.
“I am so grateful and excited for all this experience that I can’t stop smiling. It’s such an honor to get to tell Gloria Fajardo’s story… to sing Mi Tierra, a song that has been with me since I was a little girl… And over all of that, singing Gloria’s newly translated LYRICS IN SPANISH, for THE FIRST TIME to the world, is a dream come true. She inspires me so much as a singer and a songwriter that this experience is just MAGICAL.”
Washington, D.C.’s GALA Hispanic Theatre presented the world premiere Spanish-language production of On Your Feet! The Story of Emilio and Gloria Estefan en Español from May 5 to June 5. Fran Tapia made her US debut as Gloria Fajardo and as the understudy of Gloria Estefan. The production was directed and choreographed by Luis Salgado, leading a creative team that included music director Walter “Bobby” McCoy, Valeria Cossu served as assistant director, and Hugo Medrano produced. Book by Alexander Dinelaris. Featuring music produced and recorded by Emilio & Gloria Estefan & Miami Sound Machine. So HOT even Emilio & Gloria Estefan came to see it May 7!
Fran In Leguizamo Does America
The Washington D.C. episode of #LeguizamoDoesAmerica is finally out on @msnbc @peacock ! This amazing travel series by @johnleguizamo @carosaa @thirdeyesloth @nikandjj @mythsofavalon @bendejesus1 celebrates the history, culture, food, and contributions of Latinx people shaping America, including our very own @pasonuevotheatre at @teatrogala . As the former Director of Paso Nuevo and present collaborator, I am proud to see how our latinx youth participants embrace their stories and take pride in their heritage. Go watch this full episode!