NATURALLY TAN at Broadwater
Dates: 8/7/2021 - 8/21/2021
📍 Theatre: Broadwater
6322 Santa Monica
Los Angeles, CA 90038
Tickets: $15 - $20
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NATURALLY TAN Written and performed by Tanya ThomasDeveloped with and directed by Jessica Lynn JohnsonRunning time: 80 minutesFollow Tanya Thomas search for acceptance in America through the eyes of a drag queen from Singapore.A captivating theatrical exploration of colorism - Damaging beauty standards, and identity representation. The show adds a distinct voice to the full range and diversity of Asian American stories.Told through the bold perspective of a vivacious drag queen named Tanvi, Naturally Tan follows Tanya Thomas desperation to fit in as a minority in Singapore and her search for acceptance in America. Fueled by assimilation pains, Tanya delves into the heart of colorism that plagues the Asian diaspora, the complexities of racial identity, and the consequences of damaging beauty standards. Will Tanya hide behind her insecurities forever or will she embody her worth as a woman of color, mother, and artist? Naturally Tan, written and performed by Tanya Thomas and developed with and directed by Jessica Lynn Johnson was an Official Selection & Best of Fest in The Whitefire Theatres SoloFest 2021 last winter.WHEREThe Broadwater Black Box6322 Santa Monica Blvd.Hollywood, CA 90038 WHENSaturday, August 7 at 3:00 p.m.Saturday, August 14 at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, August 21 at 11:00 a.m. Ticket holders will need to wear a mask and present proof of vaccination against COVID-19 or a negative COVID-19 test (within 72 hours) along with a government-issued photo ID in order to attend any in-person Hollywood Fringe event. Tickets are priced at $20 USD for in person performances and $15 for livestreamed performances. Available online at https://tanyathomas.com/fringe.
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