Jasmine Curtis-Smith unpacks the heart behind Tanya, her role in ‘Endo’

Jasmine Curtis-Smith’s career-driven character.

For Jasmine Curtis-Smith, stepping into Tanya’s shoes in the stage adaptation of Jade Castro’s “Endo” means understanding a woman shaped by ambition and necessity.

Tanya is driven by a clear goal: to build a better life for her family. In her mind, that path leads overseas, where opportunities feel bigger and more secure. It’s a belief rooted in pressure, responsibility, and the desire to provide—not just for herself, but for the people she loves.

Jasmine sees Tanya as someone who may initially come across as “all work and no play,” but underneath that is a deeper motivation. More than chasing success, it’s about survival, stability, and securing a future where love and family can thrive without compromise.

Over time, that same drive could lead Tanya to a more balanced life, one where she can finally make space for both her ambitions and personal happiness.

“Endo” also stars Royce Cabrera. The stage adaptation runs from April 10 to May 10 at the PETA Theater Center, with tickets available through Ticket2Me.