Lloyd Suh's The Chinese Lady is in previews at The Public Theater, which is co-producing the show with Ma-Yi Theatre Company. The production officially opens March 8 at The Public’s Shiva Theater.
Shannon Tyo and Daniel K. Isaac previously starred in the 2018 staging at Theatre Row and have reprised their roles as Afong Moy and Atung under the direction of Ralph B. Peña. Cindy Im and Jon Norman Schneider serve as alternates.
Shannon Tyo
Daniel K. Isaac and Shannon Tyo
Daniel K. Isaac and Shannon Tyo
Shannon Tyo
Daniel K. Isaac
Shannon Tyo
Daniel K. Isaac
Shannon Tyo
Shannon Tyo
Shannon Tyo
Shannon Tyo
Inspired by the true story of the first Chinese woman to step foot in America, The Chinese Lady follows 16-year-old Afong Moy, who sailed into New York Harbor in 1834 and was immediately put on display for a paying public. Moy then traveled through America as a living exhibit for decades, delivering a unique portrait and perspective on an adolescent nation.
The creative team features scenic designer Junghyun Georgia Lee, costume designer Linda Cho, lighting designers Jiyoun Chang and Elizabeth Mak, sound designer Fabian Obispo, and projection designer Shawn Duan. Maggie Manzano and Brody Thrash serve as production stage manager and stage manager, respectively. Obispo also wrote original music for the production.
For tickets and more information, visit PublicTheater.org.
