A New Musical for a Changed World (tickets are here) Even as America struggles with the tidal wave that Covid-19 continues to be, there are experiences unique to different communities. NOT WORKING uses music to help shed light on some of these, illuminating secrets and surprises along with pains that are all too familiar. And …
TARGETS is a new collaborative play focusing on the American history of targeting specific API communities for prejudice and racism. Historical figures, celebrity impressions, and new characters, along with short segments from various past Asian Story Theater shows are included. Real issues, but this is entertainment not a lecture. Think of it as history as …
Premiering in the oft-delayed, but now confirmed 2022 San Diego Fringe Festival! Performances June 6-12 can be reserved here, for the very reasonable cost of one Golden Eagle ($10). Cast including Christina Murguia, Nick Abadilla, Rhys Green, Byron Ladue, Gingerlily Lowe, and Kent Brisby. Have a peek at this intro clip. Also here is the …
The City of Chula Vista has recently announced “Create Chula Vista,” funding to bring outstanding arts programs to their city, and THE GOLDEN RULE has been chosen as the very first program to be invited. Partnering with the Central City Library at 363 F Street in Chula Vista, THE GOLDEN RULE will perform Wednesday June …
In 1969, after decades of volcanic activity, Mauna Ulu erupted on the big island of Hawaii, sending fountains of lava up to 2000 feet high. Just in case, the Hawaii tsunami warning sirens were sounded–which the radio clearly announced as a test. But four guys never got the word. After practicing all night for their …
Previews focusing on individual characters from the show are being presented to limited audiences for additional development, facilitated by project consultants and academic advisors. As live performances near, the previews will be screened live as Facebook events with these resources available to respond to questions. Ah Toy (Chinese) narrative: Williams (African American) narrative: Kanaka Jack (Hawaiian) narrative: …
Not all of our 30-year history has been migrated to the new interface. For nostalgia buffs, here is the previous interface, including some yet-to-be-migrated information. Ye Old Interface
Just an update that the free previews and workshops scheduled for April at the downtown Central, Valencia Park, and Logan Heights libraries have been postponed. Be sure you are on our email list and you will receive notice when we have new dates. Please keep yourselves as safe as you can!
A new, old story of California immigration–with music. Discover the complexities of becoming a Californian, through the real-life histories of an African American slave, a Chinese woman, and a Sandwich Islander (Hawaiian). Set during California’s gold rush, the audience will share in dispensing mining-camp justice, discovering first-hand the principles and precedents that make coming to …
