The Fifth Sun

A Mexican History Play

An interactive classroom resource exploring 500 years of Mexican history through drama, faith, and identity.

Five Scenes Across Five Centuries

Scene 1
Scene 1 1519

The Paralyzing Prophecy

The Aztec Court in Tenochtitlán. Moctezuma is pacing. The atmosphere is tense.

3 historical artworks

Scene 2
Scene 2 1531

The Fifth Sun

A split stage. Bishop Zumárraga sits at a desk (exhausted/frustrated). Juan Diego stands on the other side (hopeful).

3 historical artworks

Scene 3
Scene 3 1810–1821

The Cry for Freedom

A balcony in Dolores. Father Hidalgo holds a bell rope.

3 historical artworks

Scene 4
Scene 4 1920s

The Storm of Swords

A sterile government office vs. a rugged field.

3 historical artworks

Scene 5
Scene 5 1940s – Present

The Portable Homeland

A border crossing. A worker carries a simple suitcase.

3 historical artworks