Spanning 150 years, Pacific Overtures tells the story of Commodore Matthew Perry's arrival in the "Floating Kingdom" of Nippon in 1853. The show chronicles the influence America had upon Japan, detailing and dramatizing the westernization of Japanese culture.
Francis Jue, a renowned actor celebrated for his versatility, previously showcased his exceptional talent in the Broadway production of "Pacific Overtures," further solidifying his status as a prominent figure in the theater world. more...
Darren Lee, who was part of the original company of *Pacific Overtures*, has transitioned from an extensive Broadway career to directing and choreography, including serving as associate choreographer on *Pacific Overtures*. more...
Michael K. Lee, who played Kayama in the Broadway production of Pacific Overtures, has had an illustrious career with notable roles in shows such as Miss Saigon and Jesus Christ Superstar. more...
Telly Leung, a talented actor and singer with a BFA in Drama from Carnegie Mellon University, had the opportunity to work with the legendary Stephen Sondheim in the 2005 Broadway revival of "Pacific Overtures," following his notable performance as Bobby in Sondheim's "Company" during his college years. more...
Paolo Montalban, a Filipino-American actor and singer, showcased his talent on Broadway in productions such as Pacific Overtures, The King and I, and Breakfast at Tiffany's, starring Emilia Clarke. more...
Production Team
Jonathan Tunick Orchestrator
Paul Gemignani Musical Director
Junko Koshino Costume Designer
Brian MacDevitt Lighting Designer
Amon Miyamoto Director
Choreographer
Dan Moses Schreier Sound Designer
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