In April 2008, Alma Martinez, member of the original 1978 cast of "Zoot Suit" directed the 30 year anniversary production at Pomona College in Claremont, California. This was the first time since its stage debut in 1978 that "Zoot Suit" had been produced in the Los Angeles area. The two-week run managed to sell out prior to opening night, despite minimal advertisement, primarily in Latino publications. Many outreach opportunities were taken, including an alumni night, a staff appreciation performance, matinees allowing over 1,000 high school students to attend, and the development of a study guide for students attending the performances.