The 23-Year Legacy of Chico’s Angels
BY MARK ARIEL | PHOTO BY ALEXANDER SCHUELLER
A fixture of the Silver Lake scene for over 23 years, Chico’s Angels was born from a conversation between Oscar Quintero (Kay Sedia) and director Kurt Koehler.
Inspired by a drag improv soap opera, Quintero envisioned a “Latin version of Charlie’s Angels” to provide the representation he found lacking in his youth.
The trio eventually solidified when Quintero and Danny Casillas (Chita Parol) transitioned from pageant acquaintances to collaborators in 2003, joined by Ray Garcia (Frieda Laye) after a standout drag performance as Tiger Lily.
The show’s longevity stems from its high-energy blend of scripted precision and “happy accidents.”
While 80% of the show is tightly choreographed and written like a song, the remaining 20% relies on ad-libs and the inevitable on-stage breaks that come with a parody described as “Charlie’s Angels meets the Three Stooges.”
While the show is famous for its comedy, the performers emphasize its underlying themes of sisterhood and Latino passion.
After a six-year hiatus, the group reunited in 2023, sparked by a successful Christmas special and a shared desire to return to the stage—albeit in slightly shorter heels.
For their June 2026 return, the Angels are reviving the fan favorite Chico’s Angels #2: Love Boat Chicas.
The production, which has toured from Las Vegas to San Diego, follows the trio as they go undercover to save Charo.
While the show is famous for its comedy, the performers emphasize its underlying themes of sisterhood and Latino passion.
This run also marks a transition for the cast: due to personal milestones and a relocation to Texas, original Angel Chita Parol will depart after three weeks, passing the torch to Jai Rodriguez for the final performances from June 24–28.
Get tix at www.kaysedia.com.
