The Emperor's Nightingale 2018

Ages: 5+
Opened: December 1, 2018
Closing: December 16, 2018

The Emperor's Nightingale - 2018 - Off-Broadway History , Info & More

Beckett Theatre
410 W. 42nd St. New York, NY 10036

The Emperor's Nightingale by Damon Chua, directed by Chongren Fan, is a family-friendly adaptation of Hans Christian Andersen's story "The Nightingale," set in 18th century China, and brings to light the youthful exploits of the future Emperor Qianlong. This TYA production emphasizes the importance of leadership guided by a moral compass, through the story about two rival teen brothers competing for the throne. The play employs traditional Chinese lion dance, puppetry, and a pair of tigers and pandas to tell this fun, thrilling tale.

The Emperor's Nightingale - 2018 - Off-Broadway Cast

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Photo Flash: First Look at THE EMPEROR'S NIGHTINGALE
by Julie Musbach - November 28, 2018


Pan Asian Repertory Theatre, breaking new ground through a new educational initiative and reaching out to elementary grade students and families with children, launches the 2018-2019 season with the New York premiere of the play The Emperor's Nightingale, by Damon Chua. Directed by Chongren Fan, the six-member cast features Leanne Cabrera, Ya Han Chang, Dinh James Doan, Jonathan Frye, Brian Kim, and Roger Yeh. Performances began November 25, 2018 at The Beckett Theatre at Theatre Row (410 West 42nd Street) for a limited engagement through Sunday, December 16, 2018 at 2:30 p.m. Opening Night is Saturday afternoon, December 1, 2018 at 2:30 p.m. with post show reception on 2nd Floor Lounge.

Pan Asian Rep's THE EMPEROR'S NIGHTINGALE Begins Sunday, November 25
by Julie Musbach - November 23, 2018


Pan Asian Repertory Theatre launches the 2018-2019 season with the New York premiere of the play The Emperor's Nightingale, by Damon Chua.  Directed by Chongren Fan, the six-member cast features Leanne Cabrera, Ya Han Chang, Dinh James Doan, Jonathan Frye, Brian Kim, and Roger Yeh. 

Photo Flash: Meet the Cast and Company of Pan Asian Rep's THE EMPEROR'S NIGHTINGALE
by Julie Musbach - November 14, 2018


Pan Asian Repertory Theatre, breaking new ground through a new educational initiative and reaching out to elementary grade students and families with children, launches the 2018-2019 season with the New York premiere and holiday special of the playThe Emperor's Nightingale, by Damon Chua

The Emperor's Nightingale FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of The Emperor's Nightingale have there been?
The Emperor's Nightingale has had 2 productions including Off-Broadway which opened in 2018 and Off-Broadway which opened in 2022.

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