Sponsored by Hal Kramer

The Chinese Lady

By LLOYD SUH
Directed by RALPH B. PEÑA
Co-Production with MA-YI THEATER COMPANY

In 1834, Afong Moy is brought to the United States from Beijing and put on display for the American public as the “Chinese Lady.” For many years, she performs in a side show that both defines and challenges her own view of herself. Inspired by the true story of America’s first female Chinese immigrant, playwright Lloyd Suh spins a tale of dark poetic whimsy in this piercing  portrait of America as seen through the eyes of a young Chinese woman.

Sponsored in part by Audrey and Ralph Friedner