Tales of Ancient Việt Nam: A New Play Reading

Chopsticks Alley Art promotes Southeast Asian cultural heritage through the creative shared expression of art by underserved Asian artists to foster greater understanding, acceptance and support among individuals with differing abilities, the LGBTQ community, and youth.

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The first development workshop of Tales of Ancient Viet Nam, a new play reading for Theater for Young Audiences by Vinh G. Nguyen

Chopsticks Alley Theatre at Olinder Community Center

Chopsticks Alley Art cordially invites you to the first development workshop of Tales of Ancient Viet Nam, a new Theater for Young Audience play by Vinh G. Nguyen. Commissioned by Chopsticks Alley Art. The play aims to serve as a multi-generational theatrical event for families in the South Bay community. The workshop will comprise of a brief research presentation and a staged reading of the play, followed by a Q&A, and reception.About the Play: Tales of Ancient Việt Nam follows the journey of Lan, a second-generation, Vietnamese American, as she discovers her cultural roots and identity through a series of beloved Vietnamese folktales told by her Bà Nội (grandmother). The play spotlights an empowering Vietnamese youth experience in America, while weaving in Vietnamese culture, traditions, and foods through whimsical music, movement, and puppetry.About the Playwright: Vinh G. Nguyen (he/him/his) is a multi-faceted theatre director, educator, and arts administrator based in the San Francisco Bay Area. Some of his recent and upcoming directing projects include: Allegiance, Company, Next To Normal, and The Hunchback of Notre Dame. Vinh has taught at San Jose State, San Diego State, and Las Positas College. Vinh holds an MFA in Musical Theatre from San Diego State University. He was recently appointed as the Managing Artistic Director at Chopsticks Alley Art. www.MrVinhNguyen.comLight snacks and drinks will be served.Location: Chopsticks Alley Art and TheaterOlinder Community Center848 E. William StreetSan Jose, CA 95116* Parking is available on site or at Selma Olinder Elementary School next door.This event and play is partially funded by the San Jose Office of Cultural Affairs and supported by SVCreates, in partnership with the County of Santa Clara.Community Partner: Starting Arts

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