Emil, A Chinese Play

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A young South American journeys through the United States, into the heart of Chinatown, and lands in the arms of Mother, the quintessential Chinese uber-mom, who will do anything, anything at all, to find her spinster daughter a man. A sweet comedy about lonely hearts and the American dream.

Cast Requirements

3 men
3 women
Assorted Family Members

Honors

Winner: Mixed Blood vs. America Playwriting Contest (1994).

Production and Development History

Staged readings: East West Players (1993); Pan Asian Repertory (1992).

Workshop: Seattle Group Theatre (1992).