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Ching Chong Chinaman
Duke Asian American Theater (DAAT) is proud to present its first full production, Ching Chong Chinaman by Lauren Yee! Ching Chong Chinaman is a hilarious satire about the Wongs, an ultra-assimilated Chinese American family, and Jinqiang (or J), the Chinese "indentured servant" who comes to live with them. The play explores themes of family, identity, and following your dreams.
When:
November 7, 2014 12:00am to November 9, 2014 12:00am
Where
Lauren Yee's Ching Chong Chinaman satirizes the Asian American identity and explores what happens when a Chinese American family loses all sense of their cultural heritage. The ultra-assimilated Wong family is living the American dream, but not all is perfect. Upton, the Wongs' youngest child, dreams of becoming a World of Warcraft champion and the only things that stand in his way are his daily chores and homework. Desdemona, the Wongs' daughter, has goals of attending Princeton, but her math grades are not up to par. Upton comes up with an idea to solve both their problem by acquiring Jinqiang, a Chinese indentured servant who envisions an American dream of his own.
Performances will be on:
November 7 at 8:00 pm
November 8 at 8:00 pm
November 9 at 2:00 pm
Cost:
FREE and OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
Phone Number:
919-668-2603
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