
Join us for a virtual reading of Conrad A. Panganiban's full-length drama. This virtual reading workshop will present a first reading of the play and provide opportunity for audience members to take part in a Q&A, hear from CIRCA Pinitg's Artistic Director, Luis Pascasio, and provide feedback for the playwright.
Featuring:
Larry Leopoldo, Foline Roos, Ginger Leopoldo, Chip Payos, Cary Shoda, Mignon McPherson Stewart, and Anthony Taylor
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Daryo's All-American Diner is about its struggling 40-something Asian-American co-owner, May Daryo, whose life is transformed after a violent attack on her family during the height of the pandemic. This Full-Length Drama set in the fictional midwestern city of Lakeside, IL., explores how something positive and hopeful can come out of a traumatic act of violence.
Colloquy with the Playwright & Artists will follow.
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This event is free and open to the public. Donations are welcome.
Center for Immigrant Resources and Community Arts - Circa Pintig is supported in part by support received from the Illinois Arts Council Agency, the City of Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE), Crossroads Fund, RESIST, and The Chicago Community Trust - Asian Giving Circle.
For more information visit: www.circapintig.org
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