Qui Nguyen
Latest News on Qui Nguyen:
Review: Sock 'N' Buskin's SHE KILLS MONSTERS at Kailash Mital Theatre (Nov 15, 2025)
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld October 10, 2025- THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES Begins Broadway Previews and More (Oct 10, 2025)
Photos: First look at Dublin Jerome High School Drama Club presents SHE KILLS MONSTERS (Oct 9, 2025)
Review: Sock 'N' Buskin's SHE KILLS MONSTERS at Kailash Mital Theatre (Nov 15, 2025)
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld October 10, 2025- THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES Begins Broadway Previews and More (Oct 10, 2025)
Photos: First look at Dublin Jerome High School Drama Club presents SHE KILLS MONSTERS (Oct 9, 2025)
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Writing
Writer
Playwright
Movies
Raya and the Last Dragon
[ 2021 ] writer
[ 2021 ] writer
Strange World
[ 2022 ] writer
[ 2022 ] writer
She Kills Monsters
[ 2022 ] writer
[ 2022 ] writer
Awards and Nominations
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2017 - John Gassner Award
Qui Nguyen, Vietgone
The Lortels - 2017 - Outstanding Play
Qui Nguyen, Vietgone
winner
IT Awards - 2008 - Outstanding Choreography/Movement
Qui NguyenFight Girl Battle World
IT Awards - 2008 - Outstanding Choreography/Movement
Qui Nguyen(RUS)H
IT Awards - 2008 - Outstanding Full-Length Script
Qui NguyenFight Girl Battle World
IT Awards - 2007 - Outstanding Choreography/Movement
Qui NguyenThe Kung Fu Importance of Being Earnest
Videos
Video: First Look At VIETGONE at Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park
by Joshua Wright - 2024-05-09 14:48:31
VIDEO: Watch a Chat with Ralph B. Peña, Director of SUMO at La Jolla Playhouse
by Blair Ingenthron - 2023-10-22 13:42:54
VIDEO: Watch a Chat with James Yaegashi, Cultural/Martial Arts Consultant & Co-Fight Director of SUMO at La Jolla Playhouse
by Blair Ingenthron - 2023-10-22 13:43:16
VIDEO: Watch Kelly Marie Tran's Production Diary From RAYA AND THE LAST DRAGON
by Sarah Leiber - 2021-03-01 16:15:39
VIDEO: The Bats Are Looking Vicious For Adam Rapp's WOLF IN THE RIVER
by Michael Dale - 2016-03-03 20:18:06
News
Review: Sock 'N' Buskin's SHE KILLS MONSTERS at Kailash Mital Theatre
by Courtney Castelino - Nov 15, 2025
What did our critic think of SHE KILLS MONSTERS at Kailash Mital Theatre?
by Courtney Castelino - Nov 15, 2025
What did our critic think of SHE KILLS MONSTERS at Kailash Mital Theatre?
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld October 10, 2025- THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES Begins Broadway Previews and More
by - Oct 10, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is October 10, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - Oct 10, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is October 10, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Photos: First look at Dublin Jerome High School Drama Club presents SHE KILLS MONSTERS
by Jerri Shafer - Oct 9, 2025
High schooler Agnes Evans deals with the death of her younger sister, Tilly. When Agnes stumbles upon Tilly’s Dungeons & Dragons notebook, she finds herself catapulted into a journey of discovery and action-packed adventure in the imaginary world that was her sister’s refuge. In this high-octane dramatic comedy laden with homicidal fairies, nasty ogres, and ’90s pop culture, acclaimed playwright Qui Nguyen offers a heart-pounding homage to the geek and warrior within us all.
by Jerri Shafer - Oct 9, 2025
High schooler Agnes Evans deals with the death of her younger sister, Tilly. When Agnes stumbles upon Tilly’s Dungeons & Dragons notebook, she finds herself catapulted into a journey of discovery and action-packed adventure in the imaginary world that was her sister’s refuge. In this high-octane dramatic comedy laden with homicidal fairies, nasty ogres, and ’90s pop culture, acclaimed playwright Qui Nguyen offers a heart-pounding homage to the geek and warrior within us all.
LIVING DEAD IN DENMARK to Run at Connecticut Repertory Theatre
by Gillian Blum - Oct 6, 2025
Connecticut Reperatory Theatre kicks off its 76th Anniversary Season with Qui Nguyen’s Living Dead in Denmark, running October 9 through 19, 2025 in the Nafe Katter Theatre on the University of Connecticut Storrs campus.
by Gillian Blum - Oct 6, 2025
Connecticut Reperatory Theatre kicks off its 76th Anniversary Season with Qui Nguyen’s Living Dead in Denmark, running October 9 through 19, 2025 in the Nafe Katter Theatre on the University of Connecticut Storrs campus.
Manhattan Theater Club Names Nicki Hunter as New Artistic Director
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 25, 2025
Manhattan Theater Club has named Nicki Hunter as its next artistic director. Learn more about Hunter and about the changes being made to the organization here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 25, 2025
Manhattan Theater Club has named Nicki Hunter as its next artistic director. Learn more about Hunter and about the changes being made to the organization here!
Review: SHE KILLS MONSTERS: YOUNG ADVENTURERS EDITION at The Pocket Community Theatre in Hot Springs
by Theresa Bertram - Sep 14, 2025
To finish out the summer season at Pocket Community Theatre in Hot Springs, the younger members took audiences on a magical, monster-slaying quest with She Kills Monsters: Young Adventurers Edition.
by Theresa Bertram - Sep 14, 2025
To finish out the summer season at Pocket Community Theatre in Hot Springs, the younger members took audiences on a magical, monster-slaying quest with She Kills Monsters: Young Adventurers Edition.
Carpenter Square Theatre Concludes Season 41 With SHE KILLS MONSTERS
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 27, 2025
Carpenter Square Theatre brings its 41st season to a rousing close with She Kills Monsters, a comedic drama by acclaimed playwright Qui Nguyen. Equal parts heartfelt and high-octane, the production runs July 11-27 at the theater's venue, 1009 W. Reno in downtown Oklahoma City.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 27, 2025
Carpenter Square Theatre brings its 41st season to a rousing close with She Kills Monsters, a comedic drama by acclaimed playwright Qui Nguyen. Equal parts heartfelt and high-octane, the production runs July 11-27 at the theater's venue, 1009 W. Reno in downtown Oklahoma City.
Photos: SHE KILLS MONSTERS At Kentwood Players
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 19, 2025
Kentwood Players will present She Kills Monsters by Qui Nguyen opening Friday, July 18 at the Westchester Playhouse, 8301 Hindry Ave., Los Angeles 90045. Check out photos of the cast.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 19, 2025
Kentwood Players will present She Kills Monsters by Qui Nguyen opening Friday, July 18 at the Westchester Playhouse, 8301 Hindry Ave., Los Angeles 90045. Check out photos of the cast.
L.A. Theatre Works Launches Streaming Subscription Service
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 2, 2025
L.A. Theatre Works, the world’s foremost producer of audio theater, has launched a monthly subscription service offering global access plays in its catalog of classic, contemporary and original plays, with additional titles added every month.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 2, 2025
L.A. Theatre Works, the world’s foremost producer of audio theater, has launched a monthly subscription service offering global access plays in its catalog of classic, contemporary and original plays, with additional titles added every month.
COCA Reveals Titles for 2025"2026 COCAPRESENTS Season
by A.A. Cristi - May 28, 2025
COCA – Center of Creative Arts has announced its 2025–2026 COCApresents season, comprised of six mainstage series productions and three showcase series productions. COCApresents, COCA's signature performance season, offers thought-provoking, innovative programming for multigenerational audiences. The season runs November 7, 2025–August 8, 2026.
by A.A. Cristi - May 28, 2025
COCA – Center of Creative Arts has announced its 2025–2026 COCApresents season, comprised of six mainstage series productions and three showcase series productions. COCApresents, COCA's signature performance season, offers thought-provoking, innovative programming for multigenerational audiences. The season runs November 7, 2025–August 8, 2026.
SHE KILLS MONSTERS is Coming to City Theatre This Spring
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 15, 2025
City Theatre at Sacramento City College is producing She Kills Monsters by Qui Nguyen and directed by Janey Pintar. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 15, 2025
City Theatre at Sacramento City College is producing She Kills Monsters by Qui Nguyen and directed by Janey Pintar. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
ALICE IN SLASHERLAND Comes to California State University
by Stephi Wild - Mar 26, 2025
Alice in Slasherland, by award-winning stage and screenwriter Qui Nguyen, will open in the Studio Theatre on the campus of California State University, Long Beach. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 26, 2025
Alice in Slasherland, by award-winning stage and screenwriter Qui Nguyen, will open in the Studio Theatre on the campus of California State University, Long Beach. Learn more here!
Finalists Revealed for 2025 Steinberg/ATCA New Play Award
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 17, 2025
The American Theatre Critics and Journalists Association has revealed six finalists for the 2025 Harold and Mimi Steinberg/ATCA New Play Award, recognizing the playwrights who produced the best scripts that premiered professionally outside of New York City in 2024.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 17, 2025
The American Theatre Critics and Journalists Association has revealed six finalists for the 2025 Harold and Mimi Steinberg/ATCA New Play Award, recognizing the playwrights who produced the best scripts that premiered professionally outside of New York City in 2024.
Actors' Theatre Reveals 2025 Summer Season
by Stephi Wild - Jan 24, 2025
In a sneak preview party at Germania Singing & Sport Society last weekend, Actors' Theatre of Columbus (ATC) revealed its 2025 summer outdoor season. Learn more about the full lineup here!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 24, 2025
In a sneak preview party at Germania Singing & Sport Society last weekend, Actors' Theatre of Columbus (ATC) revealed its 2025 summer outdoor season. Learn more about the full lineup here!
WISH YOU WERE HERE Makes West Coast Premiere At South Coast Repertory
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 19, 2024
South Coast Repertory will bring the Pulitzer Prize-winning, Orange County native Sanaz Toossi home with the West Coast premiere of her comedy Wish You Were Here.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 19, 2024
South Coast Repertory will bring the Pulitzer Prize-winning, Orange County native Sanaz Toossi home with the West Coast premiere of her comedy Wish You Were Here.
Cast & Creative Team Set for THE HEART SELLERS at Guthrie Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 3, 2024
The Guthrie Theater has revealed the cast and creative team for The Heart Sellers by Lloyd Suh, directed by May Adrales. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 3, 2024
The Guthrie Theater has revealed the cast and creative team for The Heart Sellers by Lloyd Suh, directed by May Adrales. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Cast Announced For Ma-Yi Theater Company's SUMO 相' At The Public Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 15, 2024
Ma-Yi Theater Company and The Public Theater announced the cast for SUMO 相撲, featuring a diverse ensemble of performers. The production explores themes of tradition and identity through the lens of sumo wrestling.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 15, 2024
Ma-Yi Theater Company and The Public Theater announced the cast for SUMO 相撲, featuring a diverse ensemble of performers. The production explores themes of tradition and identity through the lens of sumo wrestling.
SHE KILLS MONSTERS Set for Teaneck High School This Month
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 10, 2024
The Visual and Performing Arts Department at Teaneck High School (THS) will present SHE KILLS MONSTERS, at the Helen B. Hill Auditorium at Teaneck High. Learn more about the production and how to get tickets here!
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 10, 2024
The Visual and Performing Arts Department at Teaneck High School (THS) will present SHE KILLS MONSTERS, at the Helen B. Hill Auditorium at Teaneck High. Learn more about the production and how to get tickets here!
IAMA Theatre Company’s 7TH ANNUAL NEW WORKS FESTIVAL to Feature 8 New Plays
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 31, 2024
IAMA Theatre Company will host its 7th Annual New Works Festival this December, featuring eight new plays presented as staged readings. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 31, 2024
IAMA Theatre Company will host its 7th Annual New Works Festival this December, featuring eight new plays presented as staged readings. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.
Centenary Stage Company's Next Stage Repertory Enters Their Second Weekend Of SOUL SAMURAI
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 30, 2024
Centenary Stage Company's Next Stage Repertory continues its second weekend of SOUL SAMURAI, offering audiences a dynamic theatrical experience.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 30, 2024
Centenary Stage Company's Next Stage Repertory continues its second weekend of SOUL SAMURAI, offering audiences a dynamic theatrical experience.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Qui Nguyen written?
Qui Nguyen has written 2 shows including Vietgone (Writer), Poor Yella Rednecks (Playwright).
What awards has Qui Nguyen been nominated for?
John Gassner Award (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Vietgone, Outstanding Play (The Lortels) for Vietgone, Outstanding Choreography/Movement (IT Awards) for Fight Girl Battle World, Outstanding Choreography/Movement (IT Awards) for (RUS)H, Outstanding Full-Length Script (IT Awards) for Fight Girl Battle World and Outstanding Choreography/Movement (IT Awards) for The Kung Fu Importance of Being Earnest.
What awards has Qui Nguyen won?
Qui Nguyen won the Outstanding Choreography/Movement award at the IT Awards for Fight Girl Battle World.
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