The Inaugural

🎭 The inaugural AAPI Playwright Festival, presented by Contemporary Asian Theater Scene (CATS) in collaboration with award-winning director and playwright Jeffrey Lo! 🌟

This one-of-a-kind theater arts experience, held on July 27, 2024, at San Jose Stage theatre, celebrated the talent and creativity of Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) theater artists from the Bay Area. 🎉

In this video, you'll get a glimpse of the exciting staged readings of six AAPI short plays written by the following talented playwrights: Victoria Chong Der, Anthony Doan, Reed Flores, Kausar Mohammed, Conrad Panganiban, and Christina Ying. 📜🎭

🌟 "lotus lamps and baby teeth" written by Reed Flores, directed by Wynne Chan, starring Dana Soliman, Risa Ferrer, and Eiko Yamamoto.

🌟 "In Memory" written by Victoria Chong Der, directed by Wynne Chan, starring Joanne Wu, and Joseph Alvarado

🌟 "Projector, Projector" written by Anthony Doan, directed by Tasi Alabastro, starring Kenneth Tanaka, and Patrick Rivera.

🌟 "Short, Little Green Men written by Kausar Mohammed, directed by Jeffrey Lo, starring Kausar Mohammed (all roles)

🌟 "Signs of Life" written by Christine Ying, directed by Wynne Chan, starring Lisa Hu, Joseph Alvarado, and Jake Fong.

🌟 "Ryce (with a Y) written by Conrad Panganiban, directed by Tasi Alabastro, Josh Del Rosario, Karen Law, Kenneth Tanaka, Dana Soliman, and Lisa Hu.

Watch as local Bay Area artists bring these captivating stories to life on stage, showcasing the vibrant diversity and creativity of the AAPI community. 🎨 This video does not include the full plays but rather short snippets from each play.

The AAPI Playwright Festival not only shines a spotlight on these incredible works and their creators but also encourages young, emerging artists to discover new and existing plays. It brings together theater enthusiasts and supporters of AAPI artists for an unforgettable live theater experience. 🙌

CATS is committed to presenting The AAPI Playwright Festival for at least three years, making it a notable addition to its roster of high-quality productions. 📅

Stay tuned for more highlights from this groundbreaking festival and join us in celebrating the talent and voices of the AAPI theater community! 🎉

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