Co-production by CHUANG Stage, a BCA Launchpad Resident, & Company One Theatre

The world premiere of a new play by Gaven D. Trinidad | Directed by Natsu Onoda Power | Dramaturgy & Tour Direction by Michelle M. Aguillon | Music Direction by Jeffrey Song

While his mother struggles to earn money in New York City and his father waits alone in Manila for their daily phone calls, six-year-old Eddie learns English from his imaginary friend. Between the War on Drugs in the Philippines and the anti-immigrant movement in the United States threatening their humanity, will this undocumented family be able to pursue their dreams and address unspoken truths? A musical and multilingual journey of childlike wonder, Gaven D. Trinidad’s Learning How to Read by Moonlight is equal parts playful, poignant, and hella Pinoy.

To spotlight Boston’s own community leaders and activism, a new narrator (a fellow artist, community organizer, or elected official) joins the storytelling every night. Learning How to Read by Moonlight is spoken in English and Tagalog with subtitles.

 

Multiple Venues

Boston Center for the Arts Plaza Theatre | May 16—25
Pao Arts Center | May 29—June 1
The Umbrella Arts Center | June 5—8

*All tickets are Pay-What-You-Want!

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