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Kung Fu 2014

Run Time:
2 hours and 15 minutes
Opened: February 24, 2014
Closing: April 06, 2014

Kung Fu - 2014 Off-Broadway History , Info & More

The Pershing Square Signature Center [Irene Diamond Stage]
480 West 42nd Street (between Dyer and 10th Avenues) New York, NY 10036

An exhilarating portrait of international icon Bruce Lee's journey from troubled Hong Kong youth to martial arts legend, KUNG FU blends dance, Chinese opera, martial arts and drama into a bold new theatrical form. This world premiere production follows Lee in America as he struggles to prove himself as a fighter, a husband, a father, and a man.


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Signature Theatre Sets Student Rush Policy for KUNG FU
by Tyler Peterson - March 17, 2014


Signature Theatre has announced a student rush policy for the world premiere of David Henry Hwang's new play Kung Fu, directed by Leigh Silverman, with choreography by Sonya Tayeh. The production runs through Sunday, April 6 in The Irene Diamond Stage at The Pershing Square Signature Center (480 West 42nd Street between 9th and 10th Avenues).

Signature Theatre Extends David Henry Hwang's KUNG FU Through 4/6
by Tyler Peterson - March 4, 2014


Signature Theatre has announced a third one-week extension for the world premiere of David Henry Hwang's new play KUNG FU, directed by Leigh Silverman, with choreography by Sonya Tayeh. The production will now play through Sunday, April 6 in The Irene Diamond Stage at The Pershing Square Signature Center (480 West 42nd Street between 9th and 10th Avenues).

BWW Reviews: KUNG FU Makes Little Impact
by Michael Dale - February 25, 2014


David Henry Hwang's Bruce Lee bio-play is dramatically lightweight.

Photo Coverage: Inside Opening Night of Signature Theatre's KUNG FU
by Kevin Thomas Garcia - February 25, 2014


David Henry Hwang's Kung Fu, starring Cole Horbie and Phoebe Strole, opened last night, February 24, 2014 in The Irene Diamond Stage at The Pershing Square Signature Center. The production will run through March 30. BroadwayWorld was there for opening night and you can check out photos below!

TV: Watch Highlights from Signature Theatre's KUNG FU!
by Nicole Rosky - February 21, 2014


David Henry Hwang's Kung Fu, starring Cole Horbie and Phoebe Strole, is currently in previews ahead of an official opening night on February 24, 2014 in The Irene Diamond Stage at The Pershing Square Signature Center. The production will continue through March 30. BrroadwayWorld brings you highlights from the play below!

Photo Flash: First Look at Cole Horibe, Phoebe Strole & More in Signature Theatre's KUNG FU
by Tyler Peterson - February 14, 2014


David Henry Hwang's KUNG FU, starring Cole Horbie and Phoebe Strole, is currently in previews ahead of an official opening night on February 24, 2014 in The Irene Diamond Stage at The Pershing Square Signature Center. The production will continue through March 30. Check out a first look at the cast in action, below!

Signature Theatre to Host BRUCE LEE FILM SERIES Alongside KUNG FU
by Tyler Peterson - February 12, 2014


As part of the popular "Signature Cinema" series, Signature Theatre will present "The Bruce Lee Film Series" in conjunction with the World Premiere of David Henry Hwang's new play KUNG FU, directed by Leigh Silverman with choreography bySonya Tayeh. Signature will screen Enter the Dragon on Tuesday, February 25th and the documentary I Am Bruce Lee onMonday, March 24. Both screenings will start at 7pm and take place in The Irene Diamond Stage at The Pershing SquareSignature Center (480 West 42nd Street between 9th and 10th Avenues). Tickets are now on sale and are $8 for Signature subscribers and $13 for general admission. Tickets can be purchased by visiting signaturetheatre.org or calling Ticket Services at 212-244-7529. Subscribers should call Ticket Services for their exclusive discount code. An additional film will be announced shortly, and will be shown on March 31.

STAGE TUBE: Meet Cole Horibe, Starring as Bruce Lee in Signature's KUNG FU
by Tyler Peterson - February 4, 2014


Cole Horibe stars in the world premiere of David Henry Hwang's new play Kung Fu, directed by Leigh Silverman with choreography by Sonya Tayeh, at Signature Theatre. Below, meet Horibe, the martial artist turned actor, tasked with bringing the late Bruce Lee to life!

Signature Theatre Extends David Henry Hwang's KUNG FU Through 3/30
by Tyler Peterson - January 28, 2014


Signature Theatre has announced that the World Premiere of David Henry Hwang's new play KUNG FU, directed by Leigh Silverman with choreography by Sonya Tayeh, will get a two week extension and now play through Sunday, March 30. The production begins performances on February 4 and officially opens on February 24, 2014 in The Irene Diamond Stage at The Pershing Square Signature Center (480 West 42nd Street between 9th and 10th Avenues). Limited $25 subsidized tickets remain for the production's initial run through March 16. Tickets during the extension weeks are $75 each.

Photo Flash: In Rehearsal with Cole Horibe, Phoebe Strole & More for Signature Theatre's KUNG FU
by Tyler Peterson - January 9, 2014


Earlier today, Signature Theatre revealed the full cast for the World Premiere of David Henry Hwang's new play Kung Fu, directed by Leigh Silverman with choreography by Sonya Tayeh. The production runs February 4 through March 16, 2014 with a February 24, 2014 opening night in The Irene Diamond Stage at The Pershing Square Signature Center. All tickets for the initial run of the production are $25 as part of the Signature Ticket Initiative: A Generation of Access. Below, BroadwayWorld brings you a first glimpse inside rehearsal with stars Cole Horibe, Phoebe Strole and more!

Phoebe Strole to Join Cole Horibe in David Henry Hwang's KUNG FU at Signature Theatre; Full Cast Announced
by Tyler Peterson - January 9, 2014


Signature Theatre has announced final casting for the World Premiere of David Henry Hwang's new play KUNG FU, directed by Leigh Silverman with choreography by Sonya Tayeh. The production runs February 4 through March 16, 2014 with a February 24, 2014 opening night in The Irene Diamond Stage at The Pershing Square Signature Center (480 West 42nd Street between 9th and 10th Avenues). All tickets for the initial run of the production are $25 as part of the Signature Ticket Initiative: A Generation of Access.

STAGE TUBE: First Look at Cole Horibe as Bruce Lee in Signature Theatre's KUNG FU
by Nicole Rosky - December 18, 2013


Tickets are now on sale for the World Premiere of David Henry Hwang's new play KUNG FU, directed by Leigh Silverman. The production runs February 4 through March 16, 2014 with aFebruary 24, 2014 opening night in The Irene Diamond Stage at The Pershing Square Signature Center (480 West 42nd Street between 9th and 10th Avenues). All tickets for the initial run of the production are $25 as part of the Signature Ticket Initiative: A Generation of Access. In the video below, Cole gets into character during a photo shoot for the show!

Kung Fu History

Other Productions of Kung Fu

2014   Off-Broadway Signature Theatre Company Production
Off-Broadway

Kung Fu - 2014 Off-Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2014 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Choreography Sonya Tayeh
2014 Obie Awards Design/Music- Fight Direction and Choreography Emmanuel Broan and Sonya Tayeh
2014 The Lortels Outstanding Choreographer Sonya Tayeh

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