Oh, it is on. East West Players, the nation's premier Asian American theatre, presents the world premiere hip hop musical Krunk Fu Battle Battle, with book by Qui Nguyen, lyrics by Beau Sia, vocal music by Marc Macalintal, dance music provided by Rynan Paguio of JabbaWockeeZ and Jason Tyler Chong.
The show runs May 12 through June 26 at the David Henry Hwang Theater in Los Angeles' Little Tokyo. Previews started last week. Here's a video promo:
What it's about: Under the guidance of Sir Master Cert, young Norman Lee battles the baddest b-boy crew at Sunset Park High for respect, honor, and the heart of sweet Cindy Chang. There will be music! There will be dancing! It's a hip hop musical extravaganza. Here are some more details:
KRUNK FU BATTLE BATTLEWhen I heard my man Beau Sia was involved, you know I was going to be checking this out. For more information about Krunk Fu Battle Battle, including group rates and special event nights, go to the East West Players website here.
Book by Qui Nguyen
Lyrics by Beau Sia
Vocal Music by Marc Macalintal
Dance music provided by Rynan Paguio and Jason Tyler Chong
Directed by Tim Dang
Musical Direction by Marc Macalintal
Choreography by Jason Tyler Chong
Under the guidance of Sir Master Cert, young Norman Lee battles the baddest b-boy crew at Sunset Park High for respect, honor, and the heart of sweet Cindy Chang. A hip-hop musical extravaganza!
May 12 - June 26, 2011
Preview Performances:
Thursday - Sunday, May 12 - 15
$25 all seats
$15 all seats with Student ID
Opening Night:
Wednesday, May 18
$70 all seats
Includes pre-show hosted bar and post-show reception with cast and crew.
Performance Run:
May 12 - June 26
Wednesdays - Saturdays @ 8:00 pm
Sundays @ 2:00 pm
Tickets:
Single Tickets $40 - $50
Senior and student discounts available. $5 off regular ticket price