M. Butterfly’s Broadway Revival: A Conversation with David Henry Hwang

Tuesday, September 26, 6:30 – 8:00PM
Speaker(s) Name: David Henry Hwang, Frank DiLella (Moderator)
Event Fees: Members: $10, Non-members: $20
Location: 40 Rector Street, 2nd Floor, New York, NY 10006

This fall, visionary director Julie Taymor presents a Broadway revival of David Henry Hwang’s Tony Award-winning play M. Butterfly, starring Clive Owen. Inspired by the true scandal that captivated the world, this is a story about an illicit affair between a French diplomat and a Chinese opera diva whose secrets lie deep beneath the surface. At this conversation between Mr. Hwang and NY1’s Frank DiLella we will delve into the story behind M. Butterfly, explore its themes, and discuss the artistic approach behind this new production.