Pan Asian opens Aloha, Las Vegas

Pan Asian Repertory Theatre renews its longtime association with award winning playwright Edward Sakamoto. Flavored with Hawaiian Pidgin English, ALOHA LAS VEGAS is Edward Sakamoto's fourth family comedy produced Pan Asian Rep, Tisa Chang, Artistic/Producing Director. Returning as director is Hawai'ian born Senior Artist Ron Nakahara, previously the director of Sakamoto's YELLOW IS MY FAVORITE COLOR. ALOHA LAS VEGAS runs April 17 to May 16, 1998 @ St. Clements Theatre (423 W. 46th St. between 9th and 10th Avenues). Opening Night and Dance Party @ Swing 46 Jazz and Supper Club on April 22 with tickets at $75.

Edward Sakamoto's rich and insightful tapestry of Hawaiian characters in ALOHA LAS VEGAS depicts the unique culture and dreams of Pacific Islanders. Inspired by the rising phenomenon of migration from Hawai'i to Las Vegas, ALOHA LAS VEGAS tells the story of widower Wally Fukada, a 65 year old retired baker, as he considers the drastic move from serene island living to the hustle and bustle of "sin city". Wally's family and friends are thrown into a tizzy of conflicting advice and emotions.

Other characters include: June a 41 year old unmarried school teacher, who opposes her father's move; Butch, Wally's impetuous security guard son; "California Harry", a childhood buddy, an enthusiastic believer in fortune and fate; Alvin, a lonely and awkward fish merchant, living with his parents, and in search of love; and more. Hawai'ian born artists will be featured in the cast: Dawn Akiyama, Millie Chow, Carol Honda, Ron Nakahara, Katsumi Nobori, and more. Lighting designer Victor En Yu Tan, a Pan Asian Rep Veteran (INNOCENCE OF GHOSTS, F.O.B., and over 14 others) joins the ALOHA LAS VEGAS design team. Hugh Hanson, previously of RITA'S RESOURCES, will design costumes. Set design by Akira Yoshimura, who has worked extensively with NBC: "Saturday Night Live", "Today", and "Jay Leno Special"; "The Emmy Awards"(FOX).

Performances begin Fri. April 17-Sat. May 16; Wed.-Sat. at 8pm; Wed.& Sat. matinees at 2pm. School Matinees Tues. April 21, 28, May 5, and May 12 at 11 :30am. Tickets are $30 with discounts for groups, students/seniors, and theatre professionals. For theatre parties, please contact Pan Asian Rep staff at 212/505-5655 or Fax 212/505-6014.

Hawai'i no ka oi
Box Office: 212-245-2660

no can beat Hawai'i, eh?
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