NEWS / UPDATE (2024)

FREE COMMUNITY ARTS EDUCATION CLASSES

Have you ever wanted to learn improv comedy or try acting on stage? If so, come check out our free Community Arts Education program at Company of Angels. We are Los Angeles’ oldest repertory theater company and currently serve BIPOC community members in Boyle Heights, East Los Angeles, Downtown, Koreatown. Chinatown and the San Gabriel Valley. We are gearing up for our next 8-week beginning improv session and we can’t wait to meet you! Our volunteer comedy instructors are professional actors and will help you improve your presentation and communication skills…while having lots of fun doing it!

If you’re interested, please send us an email at info@companyofangels.org. We look forward to meeting you!

Check out our video for more information on our community-based programs!

MARRY A STRANGER (DIGITAL SERIES)

Catch me on Kalos TV 原创音乐 in this comedic series from 24 Onions Productions. Now streaming on Tik Tok, IG and Facebook. Director - Simeon Hu, Cinematographer - Steven Mangurten

MARRY A STRANGER (USA | 2024 | Comedy) | 24 Onions Productions for Kalos TV 原创音乐

NEWS / UPDATE (2023)

ADJUNCT FACULTY MEMBER, UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

I am overjoyed to share that I am now an Adjunct Faculty Member at the University of Southern California’s School of Dramatic Arts. See you on campus!

LOS ANGELES OPERA, “BARBER OF SEVILLE” (OPERA STAGE PRODUCTION)

Catch me and my fellow cast members as we continue the 2023-2024 season at the Los Angeles Opera with Gioachino Rossini’s “Barber of Seville". Storyline: The dashing Count Almaviva is ready to sweep Rosina off her feet and make her his countess—but not if her greedy guardian Doctor Bartolo has anything to say about it. Enter Figaro: barber, valet and the man with a plan to wreak joyful havoc and let true love bloom.

Running October 21 – November 12, 2023.

LOS ANGELES OPERA, “DON GIOVANNI” (OPERA STAGE PRODUCTION)

Catch me and my fellow cast members as we open the 2023-2024 season at the Los Angeles Opera with Mozart’s “Don Giovanni”. Storyline: In the heat of the moment, the notorious Don Giovanni (aka Don Juan) murders the father of one of his conquests, unwittingly unleashing an ominous force from beyond the grave that can’t be stopped. Accustomed to getting away with anything and everything, he must now face the music as years of cruelty and debauchery come due.

Running September 23 – October 15. Click here for more information and tickets.

THE GHOSTS OF USC: A HISTORICAL IMMERSIVE HAUNT (IMMERSIVE THEATER PRESENTATION)

I am deeply honored to be invited by the University of Southern California to serve as an Adjunct Lecturer and Practicum Leader for the School of Dramatic Arts this Fall. A collaboration between the University of Southern California and Company of Angels Theater, The Ghosts of USC is an immersive narrative improv production that will be presented on-site at USC’s Kerckhoff Hall for four evenings in October (two shows per evening).

Thursday, October 26, through Sunday, October 29, with two shows nightly at 7:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.

Admission is free, but you must RSVP for tickets beginning Friday, September 1, at 9 a.m. Click here for more information and tickets.

PRESS: Broadway World | In Park Magazine

WELCOME TO THE VANTAGE POINT (HOMECOMING EDITION) @ COMPANY OF ANGELS (THEATRICAL PRODUCTION)

Cast Photo: Welcome to the Vantage Point (Homecoming Edition) @ Company of Angels

In 2021, my theater company, Company of Angels, received a generous scholarship from the Hollywood Fringe Festival to present an original show called, “Welcome to the Vantage Point”. For two long years, we developed, toured and refined the production. Now, we are finally presenting the show in our very own theater on the mainstage. This show has truly been a labor of love and I am so pleased to present our production with an all new Angel City Improv cast.

SHOW DESCRIPTION: Take a theatrical journey through a diverse and inclusive landscape of American theater with our talented BIPOC ensemble. There are no scripts in our show. Instead, our cast members will use your audience suggestions to improvise one singular story. Then, without hesitation, they will take your story suggestion and reinterpret it using the iconic theatrical styles of three preeminent BIPOC American playwrights, Luis Alfaro, David Henry Hwang, and Lorraine Hansberry. Our diverse cast will explore the universal themes at the heart of each playwright's work and amplify the BIPOC point-of-view through comedy storytelling.

April 8 - April 30, Saturdays @ 8PM, Sundays @ 2PM. Click here for more info and tickets.

LOS ANGELES OPERA, “PELLEAS ET MELISANDE” (OPERA STAGE PRODUCTION)

I’m thrilled to return to the Los Angeles Opera to close out the 2022-2023 season in Debussy's one-of-a-kind enigmatic masterpiece Pelléas et Mélisande, conducted by Music Director James Conlon at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion. The production, which originated at Scottish Opera, was created by the internationally acclaimed director David McVicar.. It’s an enigmatic tale of hidden longing and lingering suspicion. Pelléas et Mélisande is "consistently excellent" Lost in the forest, a prince encounters an ethereal beauty with a mysterious past (and lush locks that would make Rapunzel envious).

Now playing March 25 – April 16. Click here for more info and tix.

SOMETHING BLUE 在好久好久以前 (SHORT FILM)

I recently had the opportunity to connect to my Cantonese heritage when I played “Auntie Tam” in Director Jinsui Song’s short film, “Something Blue”.

Storyline: On the occasion of her cousin's wedding, a young woman is forced to confront her childhood trauma. Supported by the Panavision New Filmmaker Program. | Cantonese and English with English subtitles

On set with DP Jacqueline Chan

NEWS / UPDATE (2022)

LOS ANGELES OPERA, “LUCIA DI LAMMERMOOR” (OPERA STAGE PRODUCTION)

Toi toi toi! I’m back with my LA Opera family in their production of “"Lucia di Lammermoor". I play Enrico’s girlfriend and am having so much fun in rehearsals. Check out LAO’s instagram on Wednesday, September 14th when I’m doing an “Instagram Takeover”. We open Saturday, September 17th and run into October. See you there!

Visit here for more info and tix: Lucia di Lammermoor at the Los Angeles Opera

Copyright The Los Angeles Opera

“THE MISSING” ON THE BET NETWORK (TELEVISION MOVIE)

Catch me on Black Entertainment Television (BET) in this gripping television movie. I play a Social Worker in search of a missing baby. Drama!

Directed by Patricia Cuffie-Jones. Starring Denise Boutte and BJ Britt. Casting by Keisha Richardson.

Copyright Black Entertainment Television (BET)

Corinne Chooey in “The Missing” (BET Network) | Directed by: Patricia Cuffe-Jones

“PAULIE GO!” NOW STREAMING (INDEPENDENT MOVIE)

I am so proud to announce that I share the screen with my son, Ethan Dizon, once again in this new indie feature! Distributed by 1091 Pictures, this feel good, family-friendly comedy is now streaming!

SUMMARY: A young AI prodigy gets rejected from the world-renowned robotics lab and does what any rational teenager would do - steal a van and drive across the country to Northern Minnesota to track down the Professor who rejected him.

Directed by Andrew Nackman. Starring Ethan Dizon, Madison Wolfe, Bernard White, Dave Theune, Tracie Thoms.

Copyright 1091 Pictures

“SPOONFUL OF SUGAR” (INDEPENDENT MOVIE)

I am also so proud to announce that I share the screen with my other son, Ryan Dizon, in a new indie feature! Distributed by Vanishing Angle Productions. Currently screening at the Fantastic Fest 2022 and Tacoma Film Festival 2022, the film will be released nationwide on September 22. More news and trailer to come!

CHINESE LION DANCE WITH JAMES HONG - JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE! (TELEVISION VARIETY SHOW)

It’s official! Actor, Director and Teacher, James Hong, finally received his well deserved star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame! To those of us in the Asian Pacific Islander American artistic community, this is a cause for celebration as the world recognizes Mr. Hong for his many accomplishments. He has given so much to our community and has selflessly mentored and inspired us. To celebrate this auspicious occasion, my Chinese Lion Dance company, Shaolin Entertainment, was invited to join Mr. Hong during his appearance on the American Late Night Talk Show, Jimmy Kimmel Live! Check out our performance below. That’s me under the Chinese Lion. Congratulations, Mr. Hong!

Copyright ABC Studios

CVS PHARMACY NATIONAL CAMPAIGN (PRINT ADS)

It’s a family affair as I am joined by my two sons, Zachary and Ryan, in CVS Pharmacy’s national ad campaign. Now running in-store and on all digital platforms, including social media! Thank you Taylor Casting and Osbrink Agency

Photo: Gus Butera, Kim Lansill Productions

Photo: Gus Butera, Kim Lansill Productions

Photo: Gus Butera, Kim Lansill Productions

Photo: Gus Butera, Kim Lansill Productions

Photo: Gus Butera, Kim Lansill Productions

NEWS (JANUARY 2022)

EXPOSED (SHORT FILM)

Many thanks to Director Dax Phelan and Producer Eric M. Klein for casting me in their very timely short film, Exposed. This subject matter is definitely resonant as we all enter our third consecutive year living with Covid-19. Never would I have imagined that I would need to learn how to administer a PCR Test on film, but that is the training I received for my small part in this project. Please be safe and take care.

“ZOOM FOR THE HOLIDAYS” WITH IMPRO THEATRE (IMPROV SHOW)

This month, I had so much fun playing with the super talented Company Members of Impro Theatre in their popular online show, Zoom for the Holidays.

The show is a completely improvised play set as a holiday family gathering over video conference call. This fun virtual reunion will include carbs, barbs, and maybe some just desserts. The Impro Theatre Main Company and guest artists start with audience suggestions and improvise a story fresh out of the oven. Directed by Mike Rock.

Check out all of Impro Theatre’s other great shows on their YouTube Channel.

NEWS (AUGUST 2021)

WELCOME TO THE VANTAGE POINT, PRESENTED BY COMPANY OF ANGELS

I’m headed back to the Hollywood Fringe Festival this Summer with Company of Angels! It’s a completely improvised show drawing upon inspiration from three amazing BIPOC playwrights; Lorraine Hansberry, David Henry Hwang and Luis Alfaro.

More info on our project can be found here: Hollywood Fringe Festival Website

WHO:
• Directed by Armando Molina, Sean Michael Boozer
• Starring Eric Carthen, Corinne Chooey, Jason Eng, Fernando Fuenes, JJ Joo, Nakasha Norwood,and Heidi Shon
• Presented by Company of Angels

LIVESTREAM:
Performances August 7 – August 21
• Saturdays at 8 p.m.: Aug. 7, 14, 21
• Sundays at 2 p.m.: Aug. 8

WHERE (LIVESTREAM):
http://hff21.co/7053

IN PERSON:
Performance August 28
• Saturday, August 28 at 8 p.m.

WHERE (IN PERSON):
The Broadwater (Black Box), 6322 Santa Monica Blvd., LA, CA 9003

HOW:
• Go to http://hff21.co/7053
• Email us at info@companyofangels.org
• Visit us on facebook: facebook.com/companyofangels
• Follow us on twitter and instagram: @CoAngels

TICKET PRICE:
Pay-What-You-Can Donation

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD OUR ELECTRONIC PRESS KIT.

Artwork by Xavi Moreno

Cast photo: Welcome to the Vantage Point (Photo: JJ Joo)

Check out some show excerpts from our performance at the Broadwater Theater in Hollywood, CA.

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Kim Lansil Production | Photo: Gus Butera

NATIONAL CAMPAIGN FOR CVS PHARMACY

Check out my latest national campaign for CVS Pharmacy. The best part? I was able to share the camera with my sons. Look out for our ads rolling out across the country this Summer and Fall.

See one of the social media posts here on CVS’ Instagram account.

Thank you Taylor Casting and Osbrink Agency!

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FEATURE ARTICLE IN SHOUTOUT LA

I had the distinct honor of being featured in a recent issue of Shoutout LA. Please click the link below to read the article and learn more about my family, my creative process and my work as a teaching artist at Company of Angels.

Click here to view the article in Shoutout LA.

“…My decision to start a family of my own is the most important factor behind my success as an artist.”

“…All four of my grandparents were amazing individuals. They were each community leaders in San Francisco’s Chinatown during the 1960’s and 1970’s and made great sacrifices to help support their fellow community members. Through them, I learned the value collaborating with and helping others.”

“…The public knew my grandfather as an journalist, activist, and community leader. I remember him as an incredible visionary who worked tirelessly for the rights of others and taught me that one’s challenges in life cannot deter them from achieving success. He impressed upon me the belief that everyone has a story to tell and they have a right to be heard. I am grateful for the time that I was able to spend with my grandfather and often look to him for inspiration in all aspects of my work as an artist.”

NEWS (MARCH 2021)

BROADWAY WORLD ARTICLE (PRESS ANNOUNCEMENT)

I am so pleased to share Broadway World’s press article announcing my staff appointment at Company of Angels as the Director of “Angel City Improv” and Director of Community Engagement. It is my distinct honor to be a teaching artist and producer for this award-winning theater company.

TRANSMEDIA COLLABORATION BETWEEN IMPRO THEATRE AND COMPANY OF ANGELS (NEW SHOW)

COMING MARCH 15

I am so excited to share that I am Showrunning an all new transmedia collaboration between Impro Theatre and Company of Angels called, “Eastside Noir”!

Stay tuned for more information. . . . .

FEBRUARY 2021

SHAOLIN LION MASTER (PRODUCER, DIGITAL SERIES)

Happy Lunar New Year! Check out the trailer for a new Chinese digital series that I co-produced, in association with AIB Sportsbrands Studios. The series tells the story about my Lion Dance group in the San Gabriel Valley and our leader, Master Shi Yan Hui. (He’s also a Shaolin Monk and International movie star!)

Check out the entire digital series on the “MORE” app!

NEWS (JANUARY 2021)

COMPANY OF ANGELS (COMEDY PROGRAM DIRECTOR)

I am pleased to announce that I have been appointed the Director of the Comedy Program at Company of Angels in Los Angeles. In addition to creating comedy programming for the theater, I will spearhead comedy workshops for both company members and the Boyle Heights/Greater East Los Angeles Community. In my new role, I will also foster partnerships with community organizations and collaborate with other theater companies on future projects.

If you are interested in participating in our comedy workshops or collaborating on projects with our company, please send me a message. We look forward to meeting you!

Click here to learn more about Company of Angels.

THE PACK THEATER (ADMINISTRATIVE COMMITTEE)

I am also happy to share that I have been selected as a member of the Administrative Committee for the Pack Theater in Hollywood. Our committee works within the Pack Theater to assist with Operations and Marketing. I am a proud graduate of the Pack Theater’s Improv Program, headed by Miles Stroth, and was a member of the house Decon Team. As we navigate through the Covid-19 environment, I am excited to assist in the development of new and innovative productions.

Check out our TWITCH channel to learn more.

MOMMY GO ZOOM (COMEDY VIDEO)

It’s been awhile since I created my last digital video. As some of you may know, I produced a few digital series featuring some of my funniest, most talented friends. This past year has been challenging for everyone as we learn to adapt to life during a global pandemic. My heartfelt thanks goes out to all our essential workers and first responders. Without your dedication and hard work, we would all be lost.

I was invited to develop this video through my sketch comedy group’s writers’ room at The Color Collective. It draws upon my experience as a working mom during our current shelter-in-place mandate. Directed by Keisha Zollar and featuring MORE of my funny friends, Peter Pasco and Anastasia Washington, it also stars my youngest son. I hope you enjoy it!

NEWS (DECEMBER 2020)

IMPRO THEATRE PRESENTS, “ZOOM FOR THE HOLIDAYS” (COMEDY LIVESTREAM SHOW)

I had the pleasure of performing with the award winning Impro Theatre Company during their holiday livestream broadcast.

SHOW DESCRIPTION:

The holiday season will be rough for everyone this year, so Impro Theatre will make things a bit brighter with Zoom For The Holidays. In this performance, a family zoom meeting goes awry with endless twists and turns.

THE COLOR COLLECTIVE PRESENTS, “A VERY COLORFUL HOLIDAY SPECIAL” (COMEDY LIVESTREAM SHOW)

I enjoyed co-producing and performing in my sketch company’s holiday special, directed by Keisha Zollar (from Netflix’s “Astronomy Club”). I have been with this company for many years and am so proud to be a member of this diverse, talented group of artists.

SHOW DESCRIPTION:

The Color Collective is back with an all-new special for the holidays! Join us as we bring you the comedy, music, and dance performances that you know and love.

NEWS (OCTOBER 2020)

RED BEAN & KIMCHI (COMEDY DIGITAL SERIES)

Covid-19 has changed our lives in ways that none of us could have ever imagined. Sometimes we all just need a bit of laughter to get us through these difficult times. So, in response to many requests, Davis Choh and I are re-releasing the first season of our comedy talk show from so many years ago. In some ways, our guests have changed over time. In other ways, they’re still the most lovable, talented people we’ve ever had the privilege of interviewing. We hope you have fun revisiting these “lost” episodes. Drop me a message or leave a YouTube comment if you’d like to get in touch with us. Enjoy the show!

Click here to view:

Red Bean & Kimchi (Season One) Playlist

Featuring our amazing guests:

Episode 1: Scott Tang

Episode 2: Peter Kwong

Episode 3: Kennedy Kabasares

Episode 4: Kelvin Han Yee

Episode 5: Xiayi Shirley Zhang

pisode 6: Aaron Aoki

Episode 7: Edward Hong

Episode 8: Kristina Wong

Episode 9: James Huang

Episode 10: Steve Nguyen

NEWS (FEBRUARY 2020)

FILTHY ANIMALS (INDIE FEATURE)

I’m quirky…in the new film by Northway Films, Filthy Animals. I play a quirky flower shop owner named, Rosanna, who just wants to make things right. Principal photography throughout Southern California’s South Bay. Check out our Indiegogo campaign and claim my perk!

Rosanna

$20 USD

Rosanna is the quirky owner of the flower shop and Bella's boss. Be a boss and donate $20 and get a special thanks from us, both on Social Media and in our Film Credits and we will also send you a digital download of our script post release!

Included Items

• Thanks on Social Media

• Special Thanks in Film Credits

• Full Script Digital Download

NEWS (JUNE 2019)

TWO SHOWS AT THE HOLLYWOOD FRINGE FESTIVAL

Visit here for more info, show dates/times and tickets: https://www.hollywoodfringe.org/projects/6125

Visit here for more info, show dates/times and tickets: https://www.hollywoodfringe.org/projects/5960

NEWS (OCTOBER 2018)

THE COLOR COLLECTIVE SKETCH COMEDY SHOW

We’re back and BIGGER than ever!!

It’s October, so that means it’s time for the Color Collective to celebrate Hallowwen! We’ll have some spooky giveaways as well as more of the diverse comedy you know and love.

Plus, my new sketch, “Asian Ghost Story” is making it’s onstage debut!

WHEN:

Friday, October 26 @ 8pm

Saturday, October 27 @ 8pm

WHERE:

The Complex Hollywood, 6476 Santa Monica Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90038

TICKETS:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-color-collective-presents-live-at-the-complex-hollywood-tickets-49479474440

DISCOUNT CODE: “COLORLOVERS”

NEWS (AUGUST 2018)

THE COLOR COLLECTIVE @ UCB (SKETCH COMEDY)

The Color Collective will be performing on Sunday, August 19 at The Cornbread Kitchen's, "The Black Twitter Show". We look forward to seeing you there!

Click here to RSVP for your free tickets.

NEWS (JUNE 2018)

CODE BLACK  (CBS NETWORK TELEVISION)

My character, Lila Brooks, will be introduced this month in the top medical drama, Code Black. Catch all the action on CBS!

Code Black (CBS) Episode 309 - "Only Human"

Character: Lila Brooks

Willis (Rob Lowe) attends the funeral of his brother's army buddy and decides to get to the bottom of what happened to his brother's unit.

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LA VIEWS X: SANCTUARY AT THE COMPANY OF ANGELS THEATER  (AEA THEATRICAL PERFORMANCE)

I am excited to return to The Company of Angels for their new world premiere mainstage production, LA Views X: Sanctuary.

LA Views: Sanctuary
written by Tamadhur Al-Aqeel, Anne Brashier, John Dubiel, Mauro Flores, Jr., Aaron Wigdor Levy, Julie Taiwo Oni, and Judy Soo Hoo.
directed by Armando Molina and Lui Sanchez
June 1-25, 2018
Saturdays & Mondays @ 8pm, Sundays @ 7pm
Tickets: Click here to purchase tickets.
General Admission: $20
Senior: $15 / Student/Military: $10
ALL Monday Performances: Pay-What-You-Can!

Company of Angels, 1350 San Pablo St, Los Angeles, CA 90033
Free parking!

WORLD PREMIERE! What does sanctuary from fear, hate, prejudice, violence, and oppression look like? Sanctuary is about feeling safe. Whether it’s safe from ICE, a school shooter, or gentrification. In the tenth anniversary of our LA VIEWS play festival,Company of Angels explores the meaning of sanctuary (protection, fairness, equality, and refuge) as played out in the lives of Angelenos. In an evening of seven short plays by local playwrights, "LA Views X: Sanctuary" examines the American ideal of life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness within the current political climate in which, at best, many feel unwelcome, and at worst, are targets of hate. 

LA Views X: Sanctuary at The Company of Angels | June 1-25, 2018

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HOLLYWOOD FRINGE FESTIVAL: THE COLOR COLLECTIVE  (SKETCH COMEDY)

I'm performing with my sketch team, The Color Collective, at the Hollywood Fringe Festival throughout June.

The Color Collective is a comedy variety show featuring women and POCs in everything from music and dance to stand-up and sketch comedy, The Color Collective strives to be a show for all people, where we can tackle topics that typically aren’t (or can’t) be covered by others. Our goal is to make the audience laugh and see past our color or gender and to be sure that the point of view of minorities and women are always heard.

Inspired by In Living Color, Chappelles’s Show, and other variety shows of the past, we show that smart, unique comedy can come in all shades. We want to highlight artists that may not always get the same spotlight as others of a different color or gender.

DATES AND TIMES:
Saturday, June 9th - 10:30 pm
Friday, June 15th - 7:30 pm
Saturday, June 16th - 10:30 pm
Friday, June 22nd - 9:00 pm
Saturday, June 23rd - 4:30 pm

LOCATION:
OMR Theater, 6468 Santa Monica Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90038

TICKET PRICES:
General Admission: $15
Fringe Participants: $10

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TIX:
http://hff18.org/5183

PRESS ARTICLES: Broadway World, LA Weekly

Check out our theater review on Stage Raw here!

The Color Collective at The Hollywood Fringe Festival | June 9-23

If Saturday Night Live and In Living Color had a love child, it'd be The Color Collective; a jam-packed hour long variety show featuring diversity in dance, stand-up, sketch comedy, music and more!

Come and meet Gunther and Listha during our show at Hollywood Fringe Festival in June. #BFF #walkyourtruepath #unforgettable More show info and tix: http://www.hollywoodfringe.org/projects/5183 See you at The Complex Hollywood! #BFF: Gunther and Listha at The Hollywood Fringe Festival Music credit: SFX and GFX at sfx.andmore@gmail.com

Come and meet "The Rock" and Arjun during our show at the Hollywood Fringe Festival in June. #sexypictures #atleast100 #rmnhs More show info and tix: http://www.hollywoodfringe.org/projects/5183 See you at The Complex Hollywood! Music credit: SFX and GFX at sfx.andmore@gmail.com

NEWS (MARCH - APRIL 2018)

AKUMA-SHIN AT SACRED FOOLS THEATER  (AEA THEATRICAL PERFORMANCE)

I am proud to announce that I will be playing Emiko Ogata in Sacred Fools Theater Company's new mainstage theatrical production, Akuma-shin.

Akuma-shin
written by Kenley Smith
directed by Scott Leggett (BeaverQuest!, Neverwhere, Skullduggery)
MARCH 30 - APRIL 28, 2018
Fridays & Saturdays @ 8pm, Sundays @ 7pm
Tickets: $15 (Previews: $10)  - Click here to purchase tickets.
The Broadwater Theater, Mainstage, 1076 Lillian Way, Los Angeles, CA 90038

WORLD PREMIERE! In 1956, a giant kaiju (monster) destroys Tokyo and sends seismic waves of fear, anger and ignorance through generations. Facts are questioned, history is alternatively written and modern politics is set against primal religion in this ferociously civilized cautionary tale of two nations coping with their own damaged legacies. Can humanity reckon with the monsters that rise against us, the ones that live within us all?

HELPFUL ARTICLES TO READ BEFORE ATTENDING OUR "ALTERNATE REALITY" SHOW:

The original Godzilla movie was a metaphor for the devastating effects of nuclear weapons.

A Brief History of Norman Mailer

William F. Buckley Jr., the intellectual force behind the modern American conservative movement

Yukio Mishima: The Turbulent Life Of A Conflicted Martyr

Unanswered Prayers: The Life and Times of Truman Capote

“…a play that ricochets between parodic mockumentary, whimsical alternative history, allusive movie-geek trivia game and moody metaphysical thriller.”- LAWeekly

Terrific performances and an ingenious production design…” - StageSceneLA

“Director Scott Leggett weaves together stylish video projections, spectacular lighting effects and searing, high-decibel sound to theatrically suggest what the production cannot literally show — the monumental, pulse-pounding physical presence of Akuma-shin.” - LAWeekly

"David Wilcoxis excellent as Buckley; more of an incarnation than an impersonation, he captures the man’s mannerisms and essence in a caustically witty portrayal. Levi is also very good as Capote, aptly approximating Truman’s vocal delivery; he’s particularly fine in his monologue about encountering the beast in Vietnam. Parducci brings bluster to the pugnacious Mailer, but is even better as Curtis LeMay, grimly preparing for a bomb drop that will likely kill many civilians.”- Stage Raw

“The production benefits from the excellent stagecraft of the artistic staff…” - Paul Myrvold’s Theater Notes

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THREE CHEN SISTERS - 陈氏三姐妹  - EPISODE THREE ("Thanksgiving Episode")

I had the great pleasure of working with up and coming director, Elaine Wong, on her digital series, "Three Chen Sisters". In this wacky ensemble comedy, I play the oldest of three Chinese sisters who must abide by her mother's traditional expectations to wed, while attempting to develop her own sense of independence. The talented cast also includes Joanne Chew, Hana Wu, Grace Shen, Anthony Tai, Juston Graber and Christian Henley. Our excellent Director of Photography is Anthony Kai Tung Liu and our amazing Composer is Peter Lam.

UPDATE: We're excited to announce that we are official selections in the following Film Festivals:

Silicon Beach Film Festival
April 26th @ 7:30 pm
Cinemark 18 & XD
6081 Center Drive
Los Angeles, CA 90045

Independent Filmmakers Showcase 2018
May 4 @ 4:30 pm
Pacific Theaters at The Grove Los Angeles
189 The Grove
Los Angeles, CA 90036

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NEWS (FEBRUARY 2018)

LUNAR NEW YEAR CELEBRATION (LIVE PERFORMANCES)

Happy Year of the Dog! I performed the traditional Chinese Lion Dance with the Shaolin Entertainment Group throughout Southern California. I began Lion Dancing when I was 10 years old in San Francisco's Chinatown and I've been performing every year since.

Click on the image below to view all photos.

Check out our video from last year's festival!

NEWS (JANUARY 2018)

SAN FRANCISCO SKETCHFEST (COMEDY FESTIVAL)

My comedy sketch team, The Color Collective, performed in my hometown - San Francisco! We had a great time traveling together and performing some of our company's greatest hits. 

The Color Collective at SF SketchFest 

COLOR COLLECTIVE - SKETCH COMEDY @ PACK THEATER

We had another SRO monthly sketch show at The Pack Theater in Hollywood. I was so excited to perform a "K-Pop" inspired sketch that I wrote with internationally acclaimed comedienne, Sunanda Sachatrakul.

Here's our dance rehearsal with our Superstar Choreographer, Tevyn Cole.

Here is our final sketch.

NEWS (OCTOBER 2017)

This month, please catch me in comedy shows at The Pack Theater, iO West and THE Second City. I'm thrilled to be working with these three amazing teams. Please read below for more information on each show.

 

COLOR COLLECTIVE - SKETCH COMEDY @ PACK THEATER

Click image to read our article in the LA Weekly!

My Color Collective sketch team is back. We're one of the Pack Theater's house sketch team where DIVERSITY RULES! Please come out to Hollywood and support us in October.

WHAT: The Color Collective - October Show

WHEN: Saturday, October 7 @ 10PM

WHERE: Pack Theater, 6470 Santa Monica Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90038

The Color Collective Presents: A Night of Giving! This month we take on Halloween as only we can! Featuring the music, dance and comedy that you've come to love, we are happy to bring you one of the best variety shows in LA featuring people of ALL backgrounds! Every month has been standing room only, so come early and check out the whole 1st Saturday lineup at the Pack Theater starting at 8 with Casting Call!

Also, starting this month we all want to give back to the community and we will be accepting clothing donations for the Salvation Army. To celebrate this, we have a special SUPER-SIZED show this month starting at 9 featuring Improv from Link In Bio and Hispanic Attack, Stand-up from Atif Myers and Raja Michael, Storytelling from Jessica Amal Rice and a Character Piece from Kash Abdulmalik. Hosted by Monique Madrid!

At 10, we have our variety show featuring this month's special guests:

Stand-Up: Monique Madrid (FACEBOOK.com/MoniqueMadridComedy)

Music: Natasha Remi (www.natasharemi.com)

Dance: Tevyn Cole and his amazing crew

Directed by Mirage Thrams

Spend your Saturday night at The Pack Theater!

#diversitymatters

Click here for more info.

LAUGHTIVISM DIVERSITY SKETCH SHOW - SKETCH COMEDY @ iO WEST THEATER (MAIN STAGE)

Laughtivism LA brings you 60 minutes of sketch, song parody, personal story, and improv comedy about lighthearted topics such as racial tension, homelessness, and sexism! Be the laugh you wish to see in the world! Laughtivism LA: Seriously funny! 

WHAT: Laughtivism Diversity Sketch Show

WHEN: Sunday, October 15 @ 10PM

WHERE: iO West Theater, 6366 Hollywood Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90028

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LOS ANGELES DIVERSITY IN COMEDY FESTIVAL - IMPROV AND SKETCH COMEDY @ THE SECOND CITY

The goal of the 3-day LA Diversity in Comedy Festival is to offer a platform for celebrating the unique points of view that come from diverse talent in LA and beyond. This festival will offer performers of diverse backgrounds an opportunity to explore issues of diversity across race, gender, disability, sexual orientation, and gender identity through performances, panels, and workshops. Hosted by The Second City in Hollywood.

I will be performing with two of my teams, Cold Tofu Improv and The Color Collective. during the festival.

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There are 3 active stages during the festival, please take note of the location of your show when purchasing.

STAGES
•The Second City Stage: 6560 Hollywood Blvd 90028
•The 3 Arts Stage: 6560 Hollywood Blvd 90028
•The Hollywood Improv Stage: 8162 Melrose Ave 90046

WHAT: Cold Tofu Improv at the Los Angeles Diversity in Comedy Festival

WHEN: Saturday October 21 @ 2PM

WHERE: The Second City, 6560 Hollywood Boulevard, Hollywood, CA 90028 (3Arts Stage)

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WHAT: The Color Collective at the Los Angeles Diversity in Comedy Festival

WHEN: Sunday October 22 @ 2PM

WHERE: The Second City, 6560 Hollywood Boulevard, Hollywood, CA 90028 (Second City Studio Theater)

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News (September 2017)

COLOR COLLECTIVE - SKETCH COMEDY @ PACK THEATER

My new sketch team is back. We're the Pack Theater's newest sketch team where DIVERSITY RULES! Please come out to Hollywood and support us in September.

WHAT: The Color Collective - September Show

WHEN: Saturday, September 2 @ 10PM

WHERE: Pack Theater, 6470 Santa Monica Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90038

The Color Collective is back with a brand new variety show for September! This month, we take on the time-honored institution of marriage in our Wedding Show. Featuring, dance, sketch comedy, stand-up and musical performances, we aim to entertain and bring down the house once again! As always, our shows feature an entirely diverse cast and entrance is Pay What You Can. Plus, refreshments will be served as well! Come see what the hype is all about and join us at The Pack Theater on September 2nd at 10pm. Check out our LA Weekly article here!

- Pay What You Can
- Refreshments are available
- It's OK if you're late, CPT approved

"The Color Doesn't Matter, Just The Comedy"

FACEBOOK invitation is here.

UPDATE: Thank you so much for coming out to see our show. We had SRO and are grateful for your support. Our next show will be Saturday. October 7 @ 10pm. We're writing for our Halloween show!

Still from "Theme Wedding" (aka Game of Thrones Wedding). Written by Jerry Hernandez. Directed by Mirage Thrams. Cast: Brandon Gipson, Brandon Burkhart, Corinne Chooey, Darrin Luginski, Diana Varco, Leon Nixon, Royce Shockley, Sean Michael Boozer.

PARIS WINDOW - FEATURE FILM

I'm in a new independent feature film directed by Amanda Kramer and you're invited to our special screening on September 6 @ 7:00 PM!

PARIS WINDOW is set entirely in the apartment of infatuated adult siblings Julian and Sunny, PARIS WINDOW follows the damaging effects of a series of hypnosis informercials on the socially and emotionally stunted pair. With creeping intensity, delusional brother and sister turn on each other as Julian becomes convinced he’s the victim of a conspiracy when Sunny begins dating a man who looks exactly like him.

PARIS WINDOW is a hypnogogic psychological thriller blending the single set claustrophobia of Polanski’s REPULSION with the doppelgänger obsession of Dostoyevsky’s THE DOUBLE and the hallucinatory paranoia of Cronenberg’s VIDEODROME.

Directed by Amanda Kramer, starring Noel David Taylor and Sophie Kargman, co-starring Anna Cordell and Gina Piersanti, scored by Ben Babbitt, shot in Chinatown, Los Angeles.

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On set with Kelly Vint Castro and Gina Piersanti.

COLD TOFU COMEDY - IMPROV PERFORMANCE

For the first time in Cold Tofu's history, we have auditioned improvisors to join the main performing cast and we have put together the AWESOMEST group of improvisors. Join us on September 22 for a family-friendly night of short form games and see us PERFORM TOGETHER FOR THE FIRST TIME EVER! Admission includes a free opportunity drawing raffle ticket. In addition to our signature improv games, watch us perform an improvised musical!

WHAT: Cold Tofu: Pilot, Episode 1

WHEN: Friday, September 22

WHERE: Pasadena Playhouse, Carrie Hamilton Theatre, 39 S. El Molino, Pasadena, CA 91101

ADMISSION: Earlybird Online: $9 | At the Door: $12

WHEN: Friday, September 22

WHERE: Pasadena Playhouse, Carrie Hamilton Theatre, 39 S. El Molino, Pasadena, CA 91101

ADMISSION: Earlybird Online: $9 | At the Door: $12

RUNNING TIME: 1 hour 15 minutes

Performing Cast includes: Doreen Calderon, Corinne Chooey, Tony Kim, Jully Lee, Tiffany Mualem, Matthew Nye, Michael Palma, Peter Pasco, Victoria Tate, Emmett Ferguson, and Angelie Meehan, with musician Howard Ho

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