Current Creative Projects 

Discover "Undesirable Secrets" a Captivating Monodrama

​Step into the extraordinary life of Anthony Acevedo with my new monodrama, Undesirable Secrets. This powerful one-man show delves into the untold story of a WWII medic, Holocaust survivor, and the first Mexican American to register as a concentration camp survivor. Experience the emotional and inspiring journey of resilience, courage, and hope.

Learn more about Undesirable Secrets and the legacy of Anthony Acevedo by visiting the Anthony Acevedo Educational Foundation. Click here to explore further.

Anthony Acevedo and the Forgotten Soldiers of Berga: The In-Person Program

"Dr. Alvarado's dramatic storytelling style created an 'immersive historical journey' that was both informational and incredibly emotional.  He had the audience near to tears as they learned the fate of soldiers.... We wholeheartedly recommend this program."
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Based on the monodrama, Undesirable Secrets, this uniquely compelling program is more than a history lesson; it's an emotional journey, highlighting Anthony's tragic yet joyous life and his profound impact on his fellow soldiers and their families. To learn more click here.

Current Academic Projects

Contributor: Ypsilanti Histories: A Look Back at the Last Fifty Years

America's Latinos Quick Reference Guide

Words That Matter: A Quick Reference Guide

 About Rodolfo

Rodolfo Alvarado is a versatile writer residing in Michigan, where he shares his life with his wife, children, and his beloved adopted cat, Stuffy. His impressive body of work spans across various mediums, including fiction and non-fiction pieces that have graced the pages of literary journals, academic and popular presses, as well as stage and screen. Read more.

The Eclectic Works of Rodolfo Alvarado

Podcasts, Stage & Film

​Academic: Those listed above and...

​Popular & Academic Journals

​Young Adults

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Las Comadres & Friends
​National Latino Book Club

​Latino Book of the Year in Fiction

"A Straight Forward Touching Account."
​Kirkus Reviews

"This powerful novel is a great reminder for mature readers that there is much to American culture that gets left unsaid and erased."
                       Beronica Puhr, School Library Journal, Starred Review

Both titles contain the English and Spanish versions in the same book.

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