Poor Yella Rednecks
Poor Yella Rednecks - 2023 Off-Broadway History , Info & More
City Center Stage 1
131 West 55th St. (between 6th and 7th Avenues) New York, NY
Qui Nguyen, the wildly inventive playwright (and screenwriter for Marvel and Disney) known for his use of pop culture, pop music and puppetry, reunites with his frequent director, May Adrales, for this funny, sexy and brash new play. A young Vietnamese family attempts to put down roots in Arkansas, a place as different from home as it gets. A mom and dad balance big hopes and low-wage jobs, as old flings threaten to pull them apart. It all makes for a bumpy road to the American dream. From the world of Nguyen’s Vietgone, with its comic book and action movie influences, comes a play that melds a deeply personal story with the playwright’s trademark, killer humor. The New York Times hails the writer’s work as “culturally savvy comedy,” and this production shows you why.
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by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 21, 2023
In BroadwayWorld's interview, actor Ben Levin talks about his role in POOR YELLA REDNECKS at Manhattan Theatre Club, and shares what audiences can expect from the show - a roller coaster ride of heartfelt moments, rap, kung fu, and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 10, 2023
Manhattan Theatre Club will present a one-week extension for the New York premiere of Poor Yella Rednecks, written by Qui Nguyen. Learn how to purchase tickets!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 2, 2023
Take a look at the star-studded opening night of POOR YELLA REDNECKS at MTC.
by A.A. Cristi - November 1, 2023
Manhattan Theatre Club is presenting the New York premiere of Poor Yella Rednecks, written by Qui Nguyen (Vietgone, Raya and The Last Dragon) and directed by May Adrales (Vietgone, Golden Shield), read reviews for the production!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - October 25, 2023
Get a first look at Poor Yella Rednecks, now running at Manhattan Theatre Club. Learn how to purchase tickets!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - October 17, 2023
Get a first look at photos of Manhattan Theatre Club's New York premiere of Poor Yella Rednecks, written by Qui Nguyen. Learn how to purchase tickets!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - October 11, 2023
POOR YELLA REDNECKS, the New York Premiere, begins previews tonight at Manhattan Theatre Club. Learn how to purchase tickets!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - September 11, 2023
Tickets are now on sale for Manhattan Theatre Club’s upcoming New York premiere of Poor Yella Rednecks, written by Qui Nguyen and directed by May Adrales, and upcoming world premiere of Brooklyn Laundry.
Poor Yella Rednecks History
Other Productions of Poor Yella Rednecks
| 2023 | Off-Broadway |
Manhattan Theatre Club Off-Broadway Production Off-Broadway |
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Manhattan Theatre Club Off-Broadway World Premiere Off-Broadway |
Poor Yella Rednecks - 2023 Off-Broadway Awards and Nominations
| Year | Ceremony | Category | Nominee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Puppetry | David Valentine |
| 2024 | The Lortels | Outstanding Projection Design | Jared Mezzocchi |
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