TOMOKO KARINA
TOMOKO KARINA is a LA-based actress, born and grew up in Tokyo, Japan. Her theater credit includes Japan Premiere of “Balm In Gilead” and the Los Angeles run of “Blood, both directed by Obie award-winning, Two-time Golden Globe and five-time Emmy Award nominee Robert Allan Ackerman, "Three Sisters" (Theater Project Tokyo), "Story of Domon Ken" (Kinokuni-ya Hall) and Playing a lead role for two productions at prestigious Tokyo Metropolitan Art Theater ( “Voice”, "Pecan in The Field).
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TOMOKO KARINA is a LA-based actress, born and grew up in Tokyo, Japan.
Her theater credit includes Japan Premiere of “Balm In Gilead” and the Los Angeles run of “Blood, both directed by Obie award-winning, Two-time Golden Globe and five-time Emmy Award nominee Robert Allan Ackerman, "Three Sisters" (Theater Project Tokyo), "Story of Domon Ken" (Kinokuni-ya Hall) and Playing a lead role for two productions at prestigious Tokyo Metropolitan Art Theater ( “Voice”, "Pecan in The Field). Tomoko can also be seen in a popular Netflix TV show. “Cobra Kai” playing Hikaru, supporting role in a Netflix streaming horror film, “Haunting in Silver Falls: Returns”, “Another Tango” (Hallmark Movie), and many others.
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Ensemble Tenshi Kicks Off 2025 Season With Kohei Tsuka's Masterpiece, PROSTITUTE INVESTIGATOR
by A.A. Cristi - May 8, 2025
Ensemble Tenshi, a production company that previously produced the award-winning Epic period play 'Shizuka - 静' delivers 'Prostitute Investigator' by Japanese playwright, Kohei Tsuka at The Broadwater Second Stage in Hollywood in June.
by A.A. Cristi - May 8, 2025
Ensemble Tenshi, a production company that previously produced the award-winning Epic period play 'Shizuka - 静' delivers 'Prostitute Investigator' by Japanese playwright, Kohei Tsuka at The Broadwater Second Stage in Hollywood in June.
Ensemble Tenshi to Kick Off 2025 Season With PROSTITUTE INVESTIGATOR
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 8, 2025
Ensemble Tenshi will present 'Prostitute Investigator,' a timeless master piece by a legendary popular Japanese playwright, Kohei Tsuka at The Broadwater Second Stage in Hollywood in June. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 8, 2025
Ensemble Tenshi will present 'Prostitute Investigator,' a timeless master piece by a legendary popular Japanese playwright, Kohei Tsuka at The Broadwater Second Stage in Hollywood in June. Learn more!
CASTLES IN THE CRIMSON FLAME is Coming to The Broadwater Main Stage This Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 12, 2024
Discover the epic tale of 16th century Japan in CASTLES IN THE CRIMSON FLAME at The Broadwater Main Stage. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 12, 2024
Discover the epic tale of 16th century Japan in CASTLES IN THE CRIMSON FLAME at The Broadwater Main Stage. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
CASTLES IN THE CRIMSON FLAME Opens At The Broadwater Main Stage In June!
by A.A. Cristi - May 28, 2024
Ensemble Tenshi will present CASTLES IN THE CRIMSON FLAME at the Hollywood Fringe Festival in June 2024. Set in 16th century Japan, this epic drama follows Lady Yodo's quest for power amidst the Sengoku Jidai.
by A.A. Cristi - May 28, 2024
Ensemble Tenshi will present CASTLES IN THE CRIMSON FLAME at the Hollywood Fringe Festival in June 2024. Set in 16th century Japan, this epic drama follows Lady Yodo's quest for power amidst the Sengoku Jidai.
12 Days Left To Vote For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Awards; Long Beach Playhouse Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW - Dec 19, 2022
The latest standings as of Monday, December 19th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.
by BWW - Dec 19, 2022
The latest standings as of Monday, December 19th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.
Latest Stats Released For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Awards; at Broadwater Black Box Leads Best Ensemble Performance!
by BWW - Dec 12, 2022
The latest standings as of Monday, December 12th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.
by BWW - Dec 12, 2022
The latest standings as of Monday, December 12th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.
Latest Standings Released For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Awards; Long Beach Playhouse Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW - Dec 5, 2022
The latest standings as of Monday, December 5th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.
by BWW - Dec 5, 2022
The latest standings as of Monday, December 5th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.
First Stats Released For The BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Awards; TEACHING A ROBOT TO LOVE Leads Best Musical
by BWW Staff - Nov 21, 2022
The first live standings have been announced for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.
by BWW Staff - Nov 21, 2022
The first live standings have been announced for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.
Photos: First Look At SHIZUKA 静' At Zephyr Theatre In West Hollywood
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 20, 2022
'Shizuka', written & directed by Tomoko Karina opened in Los Angeles, CA on Sep 16, 2022, at the Zephyr Theatre. See photos from the production.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 20, 2022
'Shizuka', written & directed by Tomoko Karina opened in Los Angeles, CA on Sep 16, 2022, at the Zephyr Theatre. See photos from the production.
SHIZUKA Written & Directed by Tomoko Karina to Open at the Zephyr Theatre in September
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 23, 2022
'Shizuka', written & directed by Tomoko Karina will open in Los Angeles, CA on Sep 16, 2022, at the Zephyr Theatre.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 23, 2022
'Shizuka', written & directed by Tomoko Karina will open in Los Angeles, CA on Sep 16, 2022, at the Zephyr Theatre.
Photos: First Look at Hero Theatre's Revival of TEA
by Marissa Tomeo - Apr 30, 2022
Five Japanese women learn to adjust to a new life in rural Kansas alongside their American GI husbands following World War II. Hero Theatre presents a revival of Tea, Velina Hasu Houston’s powerful, lyrical exploration of the immigrant experience that has become a modern classic in its nearly four-decade history of production.
by Marissa Tomeo - Apr 30, 2022
Five Japanese women learn to adjust to a new life in rural Kansas alongside their American GI husbands following World War II. Hero Theatre presents a revival of Tea, Velina Hasu Houston’s powerful, lyrical exploration of the immigrant experience that has become a modern classic in its nearly four-decade history of production.
Hero Theatre Revives TEA By Velina Hasu Houston For Asian Pacific American Heritage Month
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 22, 2022
Five Japanese women learn to adjust to a new life in rural Kansas alongside their American GI husbands following World War II. Hero Theatre presents a revival of Tea, Velina Hasu Houston's powerful, lyrical exploration of the immigrant experience that has become a modern classic in its nearly four-decade history of production.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 22, 2022
Five Japanese women learn to adjust to a new life in rural Kansas alongside their American GI husbands following World War II. Hero Theatre presents a revival of Tea, Velina Hasu Houston's powerful, lyrical exploration of the immigrant experience that has become a modern classic in its nearly four-decade history of production.
World Premiere Of 'it's alive, IT'S ALIVE' Satirical Musical Cabaret Will Be Performed by John Fleck
by Stephi Wild - Jan 12, 2022
Following a four-week workshop production last September, legendary performance artist John Fleck's latest work will get a full, world premiere production in 2022. it's alive, IT'S ALIVE, an outrageous musical satire that reflects on our national panic in the face of the pandemic, opens at the Odyssey Theatre on February 19, with performances continuing through March 20.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 12, 2022
Following a four-week workshop production last September, legendary performance artist John Fleck's latest work will get a full, world premiere production in 2022. it's alive, IT'S ALIVE, an outrageous musical satire that reflects on our national panic in the face of the pandemic, opens at the Odyssey Theatre on February 19, with performances continuing through March 20.
Last Chance To Vote For The BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Awards; Found's Theatre AMERICAN IDIOT Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Staff - Dec 27, 2021
This is the last chance to vote for the 2021 BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Awards! The 2021 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2020 through September 30, 2021.
by BWW Staff - Dec 27, 2021
This is the last chance to vote for the 2021 BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Awards! The 2021 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2020 through September 30, 2021.
Final Weeks To Vote For The BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Awards; Found Theatre's AMERICAN IDIOT Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Staff - Dec 20, 2021
Time is running out to vote for for the 2021 BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Awards! The 2021 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2020 through September 30, 2021.
by BWW Staff - Dec 20, 2021
Time is running out to vote for for the 2021 BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Awards! The 2021 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2020 through September 30, 2021.
Vote For The 2021 BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Awards; Found Theatre's AMERICAN IDIOT Leads Best Musical
by BWW Staff - Dec 13, 2021
Our readers set the nominees, and now voting is open for the 2021 BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Awards! The 2021 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2020 through September 30, 2021.
by BWW Staff - Dec 13, 2021
Our readers set the nominees, and now voting is open for the 2021 BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Awards! The 2021 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2020 through September 30, 2021.
Vote For The 2021 BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Awards; First Stats Announced!
by BWW - Dec 6, 2021
Our readers set the nominees, and now voting is open for the 2021 BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Awards! The 2021 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2020 through September 30, 2021.
by BWW - Dec 6, 2021
Our readers set the nominees, and now voting is open for the 2021 BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Awards! The 2021 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2020 through September 30, 2021.
THE SERPENT Announced At The Odyssey Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 21, 2021
The Odyssey Theatre Ensemble re-opens its re-envisioning of the Odyssey's 1969 West Coast premiere of The Serpent, the Obie award-winning play by Jean-Claude van Itallie. The production initially opened in March, 2020 as part of the Odyssey's 50th Anniversary “Circa '69” Season, but was shuttered five days later by the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 21, 2021
The Odyssey Theatre Ensemble re-opens its re-envisioning of the Odyssey's 1969 West Coast premiere of The Serpent, the Obie award-winning play by Jean-Claude van Itallie. The production initially opened in March, 2020 as part of the Odyssey's 50th Anniversary “Circa '69” Season, but was shuttered five days later by the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic.
BWW Interview: Actress/Writer/Director/Producer Tomoko Karina Bringing Her JAPANESE LOVE STORY To The Hollywood Fringe
by Gil Kaan - Aug 18, 2021
2020 Hollywood Fringe Scholarship Winner Tomoko Karina has just premiered her JAPANESE LOVE STORY – SHIZUKA at The Broadwater, with performances running through August 29, 2021. Had the chance to chat with Tomoko on her path to her JAPANESE LOVE STORY.
by Gil Kaan - Aug 18, 2021
2020 Hollywood Fringe Scholarship Winner Tomoko Karina has just premiered her JAPANESE LOVE STORY – SHIZUKA at The Broadwater, with performances running through August 29, 2021. Had the chance to chat with Tomoko on her path to her JAPANESE LOVE STORY.
JAPANESE LOVE STORY - SHIZUKA to be Presented at the Hollywood Fringe Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 28, 2021
'Japanese Love Story - Shizuka', written & directed by Hollywood Fringe Scholarship Winner, Tomoko Karina ('Camellia- Kerris- Pink' - Winner of the Best Foreign Mini-Movie at Brentwood and Pacific Palisades International Film Festival) will premiere in Los Angeles, CA on Augst 12th, 2021, during Hollywood Fringe Festival.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 28, 2021
'Japanese Love Story - Shizuka', written & directed by Hollywood Fringe Scholarship Winner, Tomoko Karina ('Camellia- Kerris- Pink' - Winner of the Best Foreign Mini-Movie at Brentwood and Pacific Palisades International Film Festival) will premiere in Los Angeles, CA on Augst 12th, 2021, during Hollywood Fringe Festival.
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