Guitars tuned. Mic checked. Get ready to rock. This electric new play with music tells the story of a Khmer Rouge survivor returning to Cambodia for the first time in thirty years, as his daughter prepares to prosecute one of Cambodia's most infamous war criminals. Backed by a live band playing contemporary Dengue Fever hits and classic Cambodian oldies, this thrilling story toggles back and forth in time as father and daughter face the music of the past. Directed by Chay Yew, the New York premiere of this intimate rock epic about family secrets is set against a dark chapter of Cambodian history. It launches Steinberg Award-winning playwright Lauren Yee’s Residency 5.
2019 | San Diego, CA (Regional) |
San Diego Premiere at La Jolla Playhouse San Diego, CA (Regional) |
2020 | Off-Broadway |
Signature Theatre Company New York Premiere Off-Broadway |
Year | Ceremony | Category | Nominee |
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2020 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Actor in a Play | Francis Jue |
2020 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Play | Cambodian Rock Band |
2020 | Drama League Awards | Distinguished Performance Award | Joe Ngo |
2020 | Drama League Awards | Outstanding Production of a Play | Cambodian Rock Band |
2020 | Obie Awards | Performance Award | Joe Ngo |
2020 | Outer Critics Circle Awards | Outstanding New Off-Broadway Play | Cambodian Rock Band |
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