FRIDAY, MARCH 28, 2025 @ 12N & 3:30P
RIPLEY-GRIER STUDIOS | 305 WEST 38TH STREET, ROOM 311 NYC 10018

CREATIVE TEAM

Albert Guerzon | WORDS, MUSIC, AND CO-CHOREOGRAPHER
Christian Almiron | MUSIC DIRECTOR, ARRANGEMENTS AND ORCHESTRATIONS
Monica Kapoor | DIRECTOR & CO-CHOREOGRAPHER
Sarah Parker | ASSOCIATE CHOREOGRAPHER

CAST

DANCE ENSEMBLE
Jane Abbott, Kate Cummings, Alicia Dilone,
Jacob Davila, Mason Neally, and Marcus Themistocle.

PRODUCTION STAGE MANAGER
Fran Acuña-Almiron

PRODUCERS
Ariel Estrada, Leviathan Lab
Diane Phelan, CollaborAzian

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CREATIVE TEAM

ALBERT GUERZON

BOOK | LYRICS | MUSIC | CO-CHOREOGRAPHER | “TOMAS”

Broadway: MAMMA MIA!, GHOST, HONEYMOON IN VEGAS, ESCAPE TO MARGARITAVILLE, INTOT THE WOODS (2022 REVIVAL). Regional: Regional World Premiere of THE TIMES THEY ARE A -CHANGIN', THE WIZ (LJP). OFF BWAY- OLIVER (NYCC), THE LIFE (NYCC), THE VISITOR (PUBLIC). Tours: MARGARITAVILLE, MAMMA MIA!, iNTO THE WOODS.

CHRISTIAN ALMIRON

MUSIC DIRECTOR & MUSICAL ARRANGEMENTS

Christian Almiron is a Filipino-American Composer, Music Director, Pianist and Producer. He is working both in Film and TV as well as producing songs for artists and other media including Trailers and Advertising for global brands and studios including Warner Bros, Universal Studios, HBO, ESPN, Papa Johns, JetBlue and Google. Christian also continues to record and tour as a professional musician and music director. Whether it’s scoring a movie, producing a track, leading a band or being on-set, Christian’s versatility has made him a valuable collaborator and talent. Most Recently, Christian composed the score for the documentary “And So It Begins” from acclaimed filipino director Ramona Diaz which premiered at the 2024 Sundance Film Festival and scheduled to broadcast with PBS next year. He is currently working with Pharrell Williams on the Universal Studios movie “Atlantis” directed by Academy Award director Michel Gondry . Christian is presently the Music Director for Grammy, Emmy, and 2x Tony Award winner Billy Porter. Other notable credits include the Warner Bros. Animation feature “Urkel Saves Santa”: The Movie. Christian also wrote additional music for the documentary “Space Race” by Academy Award producer Lisa Cortes now streaming on Hulu and Disney Plus. In addition, Christian provided music for the trailer “Redfall” by Bethesda Studios. In addition to composing with many global brands, he has composed commercials that aired during The 2021 World Series and The 2022 US Open. As a musician Christian has toured around the world and played at fabled venues and festivals including The Blue Note , Madison Square Garden, Lalapalooza and Global Citizen. He has recorded, collaborated and played with multi-Grammy winners like Lalah Hathaway, Marcus Miller, Cory Henry, Lauryn Hill, Me’shell Ndegeocello, Joey Bada$$, Mark Ronsen, and Babyface. Personally, he is also a proud member of “The Lesson GK”, a popular underground experimental hip-hop band where they completely improvise everything in the moment. www.christianalmiron.com

MONICA KAPOOR

DIRECTOR & CO-CHOREOGRAPHER

Monica Kapoor is an award-winning Director, Choreographer, and Performer whose dynamic career spans Broadway, regional theatre, television, and film. A trailblazer in the South Asian community, Monica is celebrated for breaking barriers and bringing cultural diversity to the forefront of the theatre industry. Known for her versatility, she has worked on a wide range of productions, seamlessly blending her creative vision with her deep understanding of storytelling and performance. With Broadway credits and a robust regional theatre career, Monica’s experience informs her work as a director and choreographer, where she combines innovation with a fresh perspective. She holds a master’s degree in education and has shared her expertise as a high school teacher and as faculty at renowned institutions including Broadway Dance Center, Steps on Broadway, and Joffrey Ballet. Monica’s groundbreaking contributions as a female South Asian artist continue to pave the way for greater inclusion and representation in the performing arts. Through her work, she inspires others to dream big, take risks, and tell stories that matter. www.monicakapoor.com

SARAH PARKER

ASSOCIATE CHOREOGRAPHER

Sarah is a movement artist who has carved her own path between concert dance and musical theater, bringing a new texture to theatrical storytelling. She works as both a performer and a choreographer, and always highlights how those two positions benefit each other. Her aesthetic blends physical athleticism with more pedestrian, gestural movement to portray relatable human beings on stage. Sarah’s skills and interests range from choreography for big dance musicals to movement direction for small, intimate plays. She has a keen eye for the overall vision of a show as well as the intricate details that help a production flow seamlessly. Dynamics, rhythm, improvisation, and character building are all emphasized in her work. As a performer, you can currently see her on Broadway in the new musical HELL’S KITCHEN — with music/lyrics by Alicia Keys, direction by Michael Greif, and choreography by Camille A. Brown — now at the Shubert Theatre straight off its sold-out run at The Public Theater. www.sarahparkeronline.com

NOAM SHAPIRO

DRAMATURG

Noam Shapiro is a director, producer, and environmental organizer based in New York. He directs plays and musicals about how we respond to crises or change. Noam is the Producing Artistic Director of Three Hares, a company that brings together diverse and international artists to create socially conscious and political theater. He is a winner of Opera America’s Robert L.B. Tobin Director-Designer Prize for his public works production of THE LITTLE PRINCE. Noam is the SDC Harold Prince/Kurt Weill Directing Fellow on the first major revival of LOVE LIFE at Encores! New York City Center. Noam was the 2023 Next Stage Directing Resident at the Drama League where he developed Jose Antonio Vargas’ memoir DEAR AMERICA into an original musical. He is also an alumnus of the Manhattan Theatre Club Directing Fellowship, a member of the Lincoln Center Directors Lab, a Resident Artist at Access Theater, a Co-Founder of Lyra Theater, an alum of the 24 Hour Plays: Nationals, and an Associate Member of SDC. Noam holds a B.A. in Theater Studies and History from Yale University, where he studied with Hamilton historian Joanne Freeman. Noam's directing has appeared in features about political theater in The New York Times, The LA Times, The Atlantic, TDF Stages, The Times of Israel, and The Johns Hopkins Hub, and his productions of Cabaret and The Crucible were selected for Playbill.com’s list of “Innovative College Productions” from 2014-2015. www.noamshapiro.com

CAST

AARON J. ALBANO

EMCEE

Aaron J. Albano hails originally from the West Coast where he began performing professionally at the age of 15 in San Jose, CA. After attending the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music (CCM), majoring in musical theatre, he made his Broadway debut in the original company of BOMBAY DREAMS. Since then, Aaron has performed in a total of twelve Broadway shows, including HAMILTON, WICKED, A CHORUS LINE, MARY POPPINS, THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE (where he closed the production as Chip Tolentino), THE KING AND I, ALLEGIANCE, HERE LIES LOVE, CATS, and most notably, as Finch in the original Broadway company of NEWSIES. Additionally, Aaron was a producer on the film ensemble, now available on Vimeo OTT, and was the audiobook narrator for ALL THE RIGHT NOTES by Dominic Lim, available on Audible & Spotify. Aaron was most recently seen in the Broadway company of ALADDIN, playing at the New Amsterdam Theater. For more info, visit www.aaronjalbano.com | @aaronjalbano

ESTER BARROSO

SHANNON

Ester is born and raised in the Philippines. She was in the original production of MISS SAIGON in Sydney Australia and London’s West End. In both productions she had the honor of playing the role of Kim. IG: @esbguerzon

MORGAN COWLING

MONICA

Morgan is thrilled to be given the opportunity to bring her Aussie sunshine to this beautiful new work, THERE WERE LIGHTS. Her most notable credits include - National Tour: THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA 25TH ANNIVERSARY NORTH AMERICAN TOUR (Meg Giry, Original Cast). Off-Broadway/NYC: EMPIRE (Emily O’Dowd, New World Stages), MARRY HARRY (Sherri Walters, The York Theatre), ONCE WE LIVED HERE (Lecy, Urban Stages). Regional: GREASE (Rizzo, STAGES St. Louis), OKLAHOMA! (Laurey u/s, Goodspeed Musicals), HELLO, DOLLY! (Ford's Theatre, Helen Hayes Award). Disney: WISHES (DCL, Original Cast). AUSTRALIAN CREDITS: MICHAEL BUBLÉ – CALL ME IRRESPONSIBLE TOUR (BGVs, Perth), A CHORUS LINE (Cassie, PAWA Award Winner), THE ADDAMS FAMILY (Grandma Addams), PRISCILLA, QUEEN OF THE DESERT (Diva), MISS WESTRALIA (Kitty Mills, WA Tour), BRIDEZILLA (Stella, Perth Fringe Festival). You can follow Morgan on IG @morgan.marlene, and @allswell_sisters her 30’s jazz trio! A proud Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA) alum. Thanks and love to family, friends, teachers and BRS/Gage. www.morgancowling.com

KAI EDGAR

SANDRO

Kai is honored to be part of this beautiful new work.

Broadway: ELF (Michael). National Tour: CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY (Charlie).
Regional: A CHRISTMAS STORY (Ralphie); MUSIC MAN (Winthrop); JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH (James); SECRET GARDEN (Colin); OLIVER! (Oliver). Opera: THE HOURS (Metropolitan Opera), PELLÉAS ET MÉLISANDE (Los Angeles Opera, Santa Fe Opera), TOSCA (Santa Fe Opera). TV: “Chicago Fire,” “Mr. Throwback.” Film: When Cats Fly. Voiceover: “Dora the Explorer,” “Firebuds,” “Santiago of the Seas.” Recordings: “Diary of a Wimpy Kid,” “The Hours,” “Backyardigans.” Kai is represented by DDO Artists and Station 3 Entertainment. Thank you, Albert and Monica, for sharing this story with me and trusting me to help tell it. www.kaiedgar.com

ROBERT H. FOWLER

BOB

ROBERT H. FOWLER, a native New Yorker, is grateful for almost 40 years in this business and extremely thrilled to be a part of the THERE WERE LIGHTS family. Freshly off the U.S. premiere of EVERYBODY’S TALKING ABOUT JAMIE (Sandra Bollock), and the World premiere of THE STORY GOES ON: THE SONGS OF MALTBY/SHIRE (Robert/NH Theatre Award nominated), his credits include PERSONALITY: THE LLOYD PRICE MUSICAL (Dave Bartholomew), and the 2023 Drama Desk nominated Off-Broadway production of BABY (Alan McNalley). Robert is the Associate Artistic Director of The Weathervane Theatre, www.weathervannh.org; a proud member of Broadway Inspirational Voices, www.bivoices.org; as well as the Bass singer for the Legendary Rock-N-Roll Hall of Famers, The Coasters, www.theoriginalcoasters.net. For you Dad! www.roberthfowler.net

AVIONCE HOYLES

ARTIST

Avionce Hoyles is a Rock Hill SC native, and a graduate of The American Musical and Dramatic Academy NY. Some of his credits include (TV) "FBI Most Wanted", "Orange is the New Black", "60th annual Grammy Awards", (Theatre) A STARNGE LOOP, TITANIQUE, BAT OUT OF HELL, and JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR. Avionce is grateful to this team and company for the opportunity to share this heartfelt story. IG : @theeavioncehoyles and @deartinashow. TKTK: @deartinashow

KRISTEN FAITH OEI

CARMEN

Kristen Faith Oei is currently playing Hunyak in the Broadway company of CHICAGO. Kristen also covers the role of Velma and made history as the first Asian American to ever play the role in its 28 year ongoing run. Original Broadway shows include DIANA THE MUSICAL, KING KONG, revival of M BUTTERFLY, THE KING AND I AT LINCOLN CENTER, and SPIDERMAN TURN OFF THE DARK where Kristen covered the role of Mary Jane. World premiere/off Broadway highlights: Hera in Disney’s HERCULES at PaperMill Playhouse, David Henry Hwang’s SOFT POWER at the Public Theater and KUNG FU at the Signature Theater, JOY at George Street Playhouse, Stephen Flaherty’s IN YOUR ARMS at NY Stage and Film, and playing the role of Tiger Shrike in OTHER WORLD written by Hunter Bell, Jeff Bowen, and Anne McNammy. Other originating companies include the original casts of WICKED on the First National tour and in the California companies where she was the dance captain for 5 and half years, QUEEN’S WE WILL ROCK YOU in Las Vegas, and the First National tour of ELTON JOHN & TIM RICE’S AIDA where she covered the role of Amneris. Other highlights include WEST SIDE STORY, FAME THE MUSICAL, GUYS & DOLLS at the Kennedy Center, and CHESS at the Muny. TV work highlights include “Kennedy Center’s 50th Anniversary Celebration Concert for the Kennedy Center Honors” representing David Henry Hwang’s SOFT POWER and singing with Common and Joshua Henry, “Zack & Cody on Deck”, “Mozart In The Jungle”, “Modern Love”, “Jay Leno”, “The Tonight Show”, “Macy’s Day Parade”, “The Tonys”, and the films Isn’t It Romantic and uniquely made Estella Scrooge. Kristen is grateful to her family & friends, and to God, from whom all blessings flow. In memory of her beloved Dad. IG: @Dragonfly02

STEPHANIE POPE

VET/OFELIA

Stephanie Pope is a Harlem, New York native with a career that includes appearing on television, in cabaret rooms and most notably, in eleven Broadway shows. Stephanie was chosen by the legendary director/choreographer, Bob Fosse, and his wife and muse, Gwen Verdon for her first two Broadway shows, the revival of SWEET CHARITY and BOB FOSSE’S BIG DEAL, and is sanctioned to teach Fosse Master Classes on behalf of The Fosse Estate. She holds the esteemed title of “Fosse dancer” and is thrilled to currently serve as Director of Professional Development for The Verdon Fosse Legacy® LLC, whose mission is to promote, preserve, and protect the artistic and intellectual property of Bob Fosse and Gwen Verdon. Broadway credits include the revival of PIPPIN, CHICAGO (Velma Kelly), THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE (Muzzy Van Hossmere), FOSSE (Leading Player), SMOKEY JOE’S CAFÉ - Original London Company (Brenda), A FUNNY THING…FORUM (Gymnasia), and KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN (Stand-by for Ms. Chita Rivera)...just to name a few. She is the recipient of the Dramalogue Award, an ACCA Award and a 2022 BroadwayWorld Regional Theater Award for Best Direction of A Play for her production of LADY DAY AT EMERSON’S BAR AND GRILL at Playhouse on Park Theater in Connecticut, as well as a MAC Award, Astaire Award and numerous Connecticut Critics Circle and Regional Theater Award nominations. Stephanie is also the recipient of Broadway’s beloved “Legacy Robe”. Other directing credits include FOREVER PLAID for Theatre Raleigh, SMOKEY JOE’S CAFÉ for ACT in Ridgefield, CT and directing and choreographing for the Broadway League’s prestigious Jimmy Awards. She currently serves on the nominating committee for the annual Chita Rivera Awards. When Stephanie removes her many hats, she enjoys spending quality time with her husband, Aarne Lofgren and their daughter, Mari. www.stephaniepope.com | IG: @lapope48

DANCE ENSEMBLE

JANE ABBOTT

Jane Abbott (she/her) a life-long New Yorker, holds a B.A. in Dance from Columbia University. Training highlights include Sleepy Hollow Performing Arts Center, The School at Jacob’s Pillow and The Ailey School Scholarship Program. Jane performed in multiple Off-Broadway productions with the Chase Brock Experience, including THE FOUR SEASONS, THE GIRL WITH THE ALKALINE EYES and BIG SHOT- the last of which she also worked on as the associate choreographer and dance captain. Favorite credits include the Mark Morris Dance Group (THE HARD NUT, L’ALLEGRO, PEPPERLAND, THE LOOK OF LOVE), The Chase Brock Experience (The Joyce, Fire Island Dance Fest.), Diavolo: Architecture in Motion, General Mischief Dance Theatre, Olivia Palacios Dance, WEST SIDE STORY and THE MUSIC MAN at North Shore Music Theater. She worked as the associate choreographer as well as a performer in CABARET at Flatrock Playhouse and in the international tour of LEGALLY BLONDE: THE MUSICAL. Big thanks to Albert for the years of love and support. www.janeabbott.net | IG: @janeabbott10

KATE CUMMINGS

Kate is so grateful to Albert Guerzon and Monica Kapoor for gifting her with such a fuflilling creative process! Credits include, Tour: RENT 2024 JAPAN TOUR (Alexi Darling) Regional: MAMMA MIA (Sophie Sheridan), In Concert: FIDDLER ON THE ROOF w/ The Philadelphia Orchestra (Hodel). Kate is recent graduate of the University of Michigan's Musical Theatre Department. www.kateecummings.com | IG: @kateecummings

JACOB DAVILA

Jacob is originally from San Antonio, Texas, where he started dancing on his high school Drill Team and Color Guard, making history as the first boy to ever make those teams at his high school! Jacob is now an NYC based performer who has graduated from the Dance Theater program at The American Musical and Dramatic Academy in New York City. Since graduating, he has assisted/choreographed with Jennifer Dillow at Broadway Dance Center both in-person and online, he has made his singing debut at The Green Room 42 in the 5th edition of Dancers Who Song, and performed in the Dancers Who Choreograph showcase at Ripley-Grier Studios. Upcoming performances include an industry reading of a new and upcoming musical titled HONEY SHOT MUSICAL , and will be doing a production of WEST SIDE STORY this summer at The Milton Theatre! IG: @_jacob.davila_

ALICIA DILONE

Alicia Dilone is a Dominican dancer, actor, and singer with over 15 years of experience in Ballet, Modern, Latin, and Jazz. A graduate of AMDA, Alicia has honed her craft in both acting and singing, performing at prestigious venues such as the Youth America Grand Prix, Teatro José Martí in Cuba, Gran Teatro del Cibao in the Dominican Republic, Tarrytown Music Hall, and the AMDA theater. Her artistic journey includes collaborations with renowned choreographers like Yeira Genao, Alfa Rodriguez, Dulce Suriel, Beatrice Howell, Ramon Galindo, Cynthia Murray-Davis, Janine Aloisi, and currently Albert Guerzon and Monica Kapoor. Passionate about creative storytelling and collaboration, Alicia infuses each performance with dedication, fun, and creativity. Outside the stage, she enjoys painting, exploring new restaurants in New York, and helping Spanish speakers navigate the city. IG: @dilonealicia

MASON NEALLY

Mason Neally is an AMDA graduate who is very excited to be a party of this project. Mason has been a guest performer with multiple dance companies, these include the Ithaca Ballet, Chevalier Ballet, and Oren Korenblum Dance Company. Mason is also a company dancer with the ChoreoJoey Project. Also, Mason has recently made his musical theater debut performing in ANNIE at the Milton Theatre and he is excited to see what else the industry has to offer. www.masonneally.com | IG: @masonneally

MARCUS THEMISTOCLE

Marcus Themistocle is a passionate artist from Miami, Florida, who thrives in singing, acting, and dancing. Always driven and determined, he embraces new challenges and enjoys exploring different creative avenues. His dedication to his craft fuels his artistic journey, making him a dynamic and versatile performer. IG: @marcusyamel

PRODUCTION TEAM

FRAN ACUÑA-ALMIRON

PRODUCTION STAGE MANAGER

Fran (she/her) is overjoyed to be a part of this monumental piece of art and humanity. She is a long-time, NY-based Stage Manager who has spent her career uplifting new work that highlights stories still untold. She has worked with longstanding and landmark theaters such as Intar, Ensemble Studio Theater, Women’s Project, Page73, Irish Rep, and MTC. She is able to do what she loves because of an incredibly supportive family and is eternally grateful for their love and encouragement.

DIANE PHELAN

PRODUCER | FOUNDING MEMBER & COMPANY LEADER, COLLABORAZIAN

Diane Phelan, a Filipino American actress and Third Culture Kid raised in Taipei and New Haven, Connecticut, known for a standout career, including Broadway roles as Cinderella in “Into the Woods” and Mrs. Hathaway in SCHOOL OF ROCK Notably, she made history as the first Asian American woman to portray Maria von Trapp in THE SOUND OF MUSIC. Diane is an avid advocate, founding hashtag campaigns #RacismIsAVirus and #UnapologeticallyAsian, and founding CollaborAzian, an AANHPI producers collective whose 2022 Webby Award-winning online fundraising concert of the Tony Award-winning musical A GENTLEMAN’S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER raised over $25K in support of Stop AAPI Hate. Diane Phelan stands as an extraordinary force in the entertainment industry, boasting not only her talent as an actress but also her unwavering commitment to advocacy and diversity. www.dianephelan.com

PRADANYA SUBRAMAN

ASSOCIATE PRODUCER | PRODUCER, LEVIATHAN LAB

Pradanya Subramanyan is an Indian American artist and advocate dedicated to cultivating equitable and sustainable spaces in the entertainment industry. Specializing in producing, intimacy direction, and management, she supports artists in bringing underrepresented narratives to the stage— always with a focus on accessibility and the transformative power of storytelling.

By supporting marginalized communities and dismantling industry barriers, she strives to produce work that resonates authentically and empowers future generations to see themselves represented with agency onstage and onscreen. Pradanya currently serves as the Producing Assistant at New York Stage and Film and a Producer at Leviathan Lab. www.pradanyasubramanyan.com

LISA VIRGINIA

PRODUCTION ASSISTANT

Lisa Virginia (any and all pronouns) is a Director and Producer in their Junior year at Fordham University’s Theatre Program under Program Director May Adrales. They are most drawn to weird plays about messy people and the hundreds of worlds that exist between one person and another. Fordham Directing Credits: THE TREASURER by Max Posner; ORANGE SKY AT NIGHT, SAILOR’S DELIGHT by Margaret Needham.

ARIEL ESTRADA

EXECUTIVE PRODUCER | PRODUCING ARTISTIC DIRECTOR, LEVIATHAN LAB

Ariel Estrada is Webby Award-winning producer, actor, writer, and advocate for Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander performing artists and all performing artists of marginalized identity. As an actor, he has performed on television, film, commercials, digital media, and Off-, and Off-Off-Broadway. As a producer, Ariel is the Founder and Executive Artistic Director for Leviathan Lab, a nonprofit creative studio for Asian American performing artists; and a Founding Member of CollaborAzian, an AANHPI producers collective, through which he won a 2022 Webby Award for CollaborAzian’s online fundraising concert of the Tony Award-winning musical A GENTLEMAN’S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER, which raised $25K in support of Stop AAPI Hate. As an arts administrator, he is a current Associate Consultant with Benvenuti Arts; the immediate past Marketing & Membership Director for the Consortium of Asian American Theaters and Artists; and sits on the boards of Musical Theatre Factory and the Episcopal Actors’ Guild, and the Advisory Board of Houghton Hall Arts Community. His leadership has been recognized by Theatrical Intimacy Education, artEquity, New York Foundation for the Arts, and Theatre Communications Group. As a grant writing consultant, he has won more than $1M in grant funding for small NYC nonprofits of color. He is also a Fortune 500-level graphic designer. As a playwright, his autobiographical solo performance FULL CONTACT is a 2024-26 Awardee of the National New Play Network’s Rolling World Premiere Grant, with premieres at Perseverance Theatre in Alaska (2024), Leviathan Lab in NYC (2025), and Diversionary Theatre in San Diego (2026). www.arielestrada.com

ABOUT COLLOBORAZIAN

CollaborAzian is a gathering of Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) musical theatre artists and producers adding our voices to the conversation of what it means to be AAPI in America right now.

FB: www.facebook.com/CollaborAzian
IG: www.instagram.com/collaboraziannyc

ABOUT LEVIATHAN LAB

Founded in 2009, Leviathan Lab is an award-winning not-for-profit creative studio whose mission is the advancement of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) performing artists and their work. Through the speaking of AANHPI artists’ words, and the presentation of AANHPI bodies, presence, and gestures on stage and film, Leviathan works to open spaces that promote social justice, bridge communities, and assert the power of art to change the world. We function as a lab where early-career and established AANHPI artists can be courageous, experiment, and thrive as they create works that captivate the audiences we serve. www.leviathanlab.org

Leviathan Lab's 2025 activities are presented with generous support, in part, from the New York State Council on the Arts with the support Governor Kathy Hochul and the New York State Legislature; the NYS AAPI Community Development Fund administered by CACF: Coalition for Asian American Children & Families; and by public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council.

FRIDAY, MARCH 28, 2025 @ 12N & 3:30PRIPLEY-GRIER STUDIOS | 305 WEST 38TH STREET, ROOM 311 NYC 10018