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"A powerful story, complex characters and a biting critique of the American immigrant experience today, all wrapped up in a suspenseful murder mystery." ~ David Henry Hwang
At the A.R.T./New York Theatres (502 W. 53rd, NYC)
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MAY 8 - 19, 2019
AMERICAN MORNING
A WORKSHOP STAGING
book, music and lyrics by
TIMOTHY HUANG
directed and choreographed by
MARLO HUNTER
music directed by JULIANNE B. MERRILL
featuring ANDREW CRISTI, CHIL KONG, DANIEL LE, DORCAS LEUNG,
AARON PHILLIPS, ISABEL SANTIAGO, JAMES SEOL & HANSEL TAN
Chin and Eng share a taxi medallion, a homeland, and the American Dream. When so much ties them together, what drives them apart? Based on a true incident, Prospect presents this Richard Rodgers Award-winning musical for the first time in a staged workshop production. Don't miss this opportunity to share your feedback as part of the creative process!
“American Morning seeks to challenge the status quo, lend voice to underrepresented people, and change the conversation... The result is a work that defines itself not by its music but by its mandate to challenge an audience’s way of thinking.” ~ Michael Korie
this production is sponsored by
Marleen and Kenny Alhadeff
The Lisa Cleff Kurtz and Michael Kurtz Trust
Kate Hall & Gary Lynch
scenic design REID THOMPSON
costume design ANNIE LE
lighting design ADAM HONORÉ
sound design LAWRENCE SCHOBER
associate director JESSICA O'HARA-BAKER
stage manager ROB CHIKAR
assistant stage manager SHAE CANDELARIA