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AWKWAFINA IS NORA FROM QUEENS

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Loosely based on Awkwafina's real life experiences, Awkwafina Is Nora from Queens follows the story of a young woman named Nora Lum, who is growing up in Flushing. Raised by her Dad and Grandma alongside her cousin, Nora leans on her family as she navigates life and young adulthood in outer borough-NYC.

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National Asian Artists Project To Hold 2023 Gala Benefit in Chinatown in June Photo National Asian Artists Project To Hold 2023 Gala Benefit in Chinatown in June
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 08, 2023

 National Asian Artists Project will hold its 2023 Gala Benefit on Friday, June 2nd at The Golden Unicorn. Learn how to purchase tickets!...


World Premiere of JOB Extends Through Mid-October at SoHo Playhouse Photo World Premiere of JOB Extends Through Mid-October at SoHo Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - September 22, 2023

JOB, the world premiere of a new play by Max Wolf Friedlich, starring Peter Friedman and Sydney Lemmon has extended its critically acclaimed run....


Jeannette Bayardelle, Shawn Bowers & More to Star in THE HARDER THEY COME World Premi Photo Jeannette Bayardelle, Shawn Bowers & More to Star in THE HARDER THEY COME World Premiere at The Public Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 17, 2022

The Public Theater has announced casting for the world premiere of THE HARDER THEY COME, a musical adaptation of the classic Jamaican film produced and directed by Perry Henzell and co-written with Trevor Rhone....


Stephanie Hsu, Bill Irwin & More to Star in EURYDICE at Signature's 2023 Gala Photo Stephanie Hsu, Bill Irwin & More to Star in EURYDICE at Signature's 2023 Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 04, 2023

Signature Theatre has announced the all-star cast of its reading of Signature Spotlight Resident Sarah Ruhl’s Eurydice for the annual Signature Gala. See who is starring, and learn how to purchase tickets!...


MELISSA VILLASEÑOR: WHOOPS... TOUR! is Coming to The Den Theatre in November Photo MELISSA VILLASEÑOR: WHOOPS... TOUR! is Coming to The Den Theatre in November
by Chloe Rabinowitz - October 06, 2022

The Den Theatre will present the Melissa Villaseñor: Whoops… Tour!, featuring three stand-up performances by the SNL alum November 4 – 5, 2022 on The Heath Mainstage....


Photos: Peter Friedman and Sydney Lemmon in Rehearsal for JOB at SoHo Playhouse Photo Photos: Peter Friedman and Sydney Lemmon in Rehearsal for JOB at SoHo Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - August 29, 2023

Tony Award nominee Peter Friedman (Ragtime, “Succession,” Single White Female) and Sydney Lemmon (TÁR, “Succession,” “Helstrom”) are currently in rehearsal for the world premiere of JOB by Max Wolf Friedlich (SleepOver), directed by Michael Herwitz (Mr. Parker). Check out rehearsal photos here!...


Star-Studded Lineup Revealed for New Series NO TASTE LIKE HOME WITH ANTONI POROWSKI Photo Star-Studded Lineup Revealed for New Series NO TASTE LIKE HOME WITH ANTONI POROWSKI
by Josh Sharpe - May 13, 2024

National Geographic and New York Times bestselling author and the Emmy® Award-winning “Queer Eye” star Antoni Porowski have announced the star-studded lineup of friends that will return home with Porowski on global culinary adventures for the upcoming docuseries NO TASTE LIKE HOME WITH ANTONI POROWS...


Video: Apple TV+ Shares STRANGE PLANET Adult Animated Series Trailer Based on Nathan Photo Video: Apple TV+ Shares STRANGE PLANET Adult Animated Series Trailer Based on Nathan W. Pyle's Graphic Novel
by Michael Major - July 25, 2023

Voicing this world of beings are Tunde Adebimpe (“Rachel Getting Married”), Emmy Award nominee Demi Adejuyigbe (“The Amber Ruffin Show”), Lori Tan Chinn (“Awkwafina Is Nora from Queens”), Critics Choice Award nominee Danny Pudi (“Community”) and Emmy Award nominee Hannah Einbinder (“Hacks”). Watch t...


UNNAMED UNTITLED UNIDENTIFIED to Premiere at The Chain Theater's Winter One Act Festi Photo UNNAMED UNTITLED UNIDENTIFIED to Premiere at The Chain Theater's Winter One Act Festival
by Blair Ingenthron - February 18, 2023

Unnamed, Untitled, Unidentified is the new surrealist mildly experimental mildly off putting climate change end of the world super duo stage play premiering at the Chain Theater's Winter One Act Festival 2/19-2/26 written and directed by eighteen-year-old Steph Prizhitomsky....


Max Unwraps Holiday Streaming Collection Photo Max Unwraps Holiday Streaming Collection
by Josh Sharpe - November 14, 2024

Max has unwrapped the “That Time of Year” collection, now live on the premier streaming platform. This page will serve as the hub for holiday content, showcasing an extensive selection of series, films, and more, guaranteed to bring joy and cheer to viewers during the festive season. ...


A.C.T. Presents Inaugural All Hallows' Gala in October Photo A.C.T. Presents Inaugural All Hallows' Gala in October
by Stephi Wild - September 13, 2022

American Conservatory Theater (A.C.T.) and gala co-chairs Kathleen Donohue & David Sze and Jeff Minick have announced the inaugural All Hallows' Gala on Friday, October 28, at San Francisco's August Hall (420 Mason St.)....


Lea DeLaria to Join Special Post-Show Talkback at Bergen County Players Photo Lea DeLaria to Join Special Post-Show Talkback at Bergen County Players
by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 06, 2024

Join Bergen County Players for a post-show talkback with Lea DeLaria on November 16. DeLaria will discuss her role in POTUS and share insights on her career and experiences as an openly gay performer. Learn how to purchase tickets....


Catherine Cohen Makes Her Netflix Original Comedy Special Debut with THE TWIST…? SHE' Photo Catherine Cohen Makes Her Netflix Original Comedy Special Debut with THE TWIST…? SHE'S GORGEOUS.
by Michael Major - February 15, 2022

Actress, comedian, and author Catherine Cohen makes her Netflix original comedy special debut in The Twist…? She’s Gorgeous. Catherine uses her musical expertise to hilariously divulge details about relationships, modern feminism and being the main character of her own life. The special was filmed a...


Kara Young Joins THE APIARY For Final Week of Performances Photo Kara Young Joins THE APIARY For Final Week of Performances
by Stephi Wild - February 27, 2024

Kara Young will reunite with her Clyde’s director, Kate Whoriskey, when she joins the cast of Kate Douglas’ THE APIARY on Wednesday evening, February 28th for the production’s final week of performances....


Michelle Buteau, Whoopi Goldberg & Robin Whitten to Take Part in 28th Annual Audie Aw Photo Michelle Buteau, Whoopi Goldberg & Robin Whitten to Take Part in 28th Annual Audie Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 16, 2023

The Audio Publishers Association has announced that writer, comedian, television host, and actress Michelle Buteau will host the 28th Annual Audie Awards....


Tony Shalhoub, BD Wong & More to Star in WHAT BECAME OF US World Premiere Photo Tony Shalhoub, BD Wong & More to Star in WHAT BECAME OF US World Premiere
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 26, 2024

Atlantic Theater Company has revealed the initial casting for the world premiere of What Became of Us, written by Shayan Lotfi. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets....


Jeannette Bayardelle, Shawn Bowers & More to Star in THE HARDER THEY COME World Premi Photo Jeannette Bayardelle, Shawn Bowers & More to Star in THE HARDER THEY COME World Premiere at The Public Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 17, 2022

The Public Theater has announced casting for the world premiere of THE HARDER THEY COME, a musical adaptation of the classic Jamaican film produced and directed by Perry Henzell and co-written with Trevor Rhone....


JOB Extends For Final Time at SoHo Playhouse Photo JOB Extends For Final Time at SoHo Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - October 03, 2023

JOB has announced a final extension through Sunday, October 29 only, at SoHo Playhouse. Tickets for the extension are now on sale....


THE APIARY World Premiere Starring Taylor Schilling & More Begins Previews Photo THE APIARY World Premiere Starring Taylor Schilling & More Begins Previews
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 31, 2024

THE APIARY, a world premiere play by Kate Douglas, begins previews tonight at Second Stage Theater's Tony Kiser Theater. Directed by Kate Whoriskey....


Tony Shalhoub, BD Wong & More to Star in WHAT BECAME OF US World Premiere Photo Tony Shalhoub, BD Wong & More to Star in WHAT BECAME OF US World Premiere
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 26, 2024

Atlantic Theater Company has revealed the initial casting for the world premiere of What Became of Us, written by Shayan Lotfi. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets....


Michelle Buteau, Whoopi Goldberg & Robin Whitten to Take Part in 28th Annual Audie Aw Photo Michelle Buteau, Whoopi Goldberg & Robin Whitten to Take Part in 28th Annual Audie Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 16, 2023

The Audio Publishers Association has announced that writer, comedian, television host, and actress Michelle Buteau will host the 28th Annual Audie Awards....


Spectrum Originals Greenlights PANHANDLE Photo Spectrum Originals Greenlights PANHANDLE
by Michael Major - March 01, 2022

Luke Kirby (The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, The Deuce) and Tiana Okoye (The Valet, The Good Place, Awkwafina is Nora from Queens) star as “Bellweather ‘Bell’ Prescott,” and “Cammie Lorde.”  The series will shoot in Savannah, GA and is created and written by executive producers Nicholas Stoller....


Melissa Villaseñor to Host 65th Annual L.A. County Holiday Celebration Photo Melissa Villaseñor to Host 65th Annual L.A. County Holiday Celebration
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 18, 2024

Stand-up comedian, actor, voice impressionist, visual artist and L.A. native Melissa Villaseñor is set to host the 65th Annual L.A. County Holiday Celebration. Learn more and see how to attend....


Cat Choen Brings the COME FOR ME Tour to the Den Theatre in March Photo Cat Choen Brings the COME FOR ME Tour to the Den Theatre in March
by Stephi Wild - November 06, 2023

 The Den Theatre has announced Cat Cohen: Come For Me Tour, featuring two stand-up performances on Wednesday, March 13, and Thursday, March 14, at 7:15 p.m. each night on The Heath Mainstage....


Leanne Antonio, Anthony Cochrane & More to Lead MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS at Paper Photo Leanne Antonio, Anthony Cochrane & More to Lead MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 21, 2023

Paper Mill Playhouse has announced the cast and creative team for Agatha Christie’s Murder on the Orient Express by Ken Ludwig, directed by Casey Hushion. See performance dates and learn how to purchase tickets!...






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