The Robey Theatre Company and East West Players
present
DANNY GLOVER IN
Yohen
By Philip Kan Gotanda
Directed by Ben Guillory
Featuring June Angela
“Yohen is a modest, touching drama, loaded with meaning.” – The New York Times
October 27 – November 19, 2017
In Japanese pottery, the term “yohen” refers to unpredictable changes that take place in the kiln. James and Sumi Washington are an interracial couple struggling to maintain their 37-year marriage after James retires from the US Army. The dramatic change in routine prompts questions about life, love, and aging, as the couple attempts to repair what’s broken and decide what is worth saving.
In Partnership with The Robey Theatre Company
The Robey Theatre Company explores, develops, and produces provocative plays written about the Global Black Experience, as seen through the eyes of Black characters on stage struggling to survive, advance, and in the end—thrive. robeytheatrecompany.com
Venue: David Henry Hwang Theater
120 Judge John Aiso Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012
Generous support for this production is provided by the S. Mark Taper Foundation Endowment for East West Players.
CAST
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- Danny Glover
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- June Angela
CREATIVE TEAM
Stage Managed by Brandon Hong Cheng*
Scenic Design by Christopher Scott Murillo**
Costume Design by Naila Aladdin Sanders
Lighting Design by Micheal Ricks
Sound Design by Corinne Carrillo
Prop Master: Glenn Michael Baker
*Member of Actors’ Equity Association
** Member of USA 829
+ Member of SDC
OCTOBER 27 – NOVEMBER 19, 2017
TICKETS
$30 Preview; $40-60 Regular Run; $80-90 Opening Night
PREVIEW PERFORMANCES
October 27, 2017, Friday 8PM
October 28, 2017, Saturday 8PM
October 29, 2017, Sunday 2PM
OPENING NIGHT
A ticket to opening night on Wednesday, November 1 at 8PM includes a 7PM pre-show cocktail hour and a post-show reception with the cast and creative team. (Call EWP at 213-625-7000 for ticket prices and availability.)
PAY-WHAT-YOU-CAN PERFORMANCE
Thursday, November 2, 2017, at 8PM
Patrons can begin to queue in front of the Box Office at 7PM. Our Pay–What–You–Can performance is based on a first come, first served basis and will accept cash or check.
RUSH TICKETS
No advance sales. Rush tickets are only available for walk-up on the day of show (CASH ONLY), and will be processed at the Box Office window 30 minutes before the show. Rush tickets—$25 regular and $20 student/senior (with valid ID)— will be available only for the following dates/times:
November 9, 2017, Thursday 8PM
November 11, 2017, Saturday 2PM matinee
November 16, 2017, Thursday 8PM
November 18, 2017, Saturday 2PM matinee
POST-SHOW DISCUSSION
Sunday, November 12, 2017
Immediately following the 2PM performance.
WINE DOWN FRIDAYS
A complimentary glass of red or white wine will be served before the Friday show during the regular performance run. (Interested parties must be 21 years of age or older to drink.)
CLICK HERE TO WATCH THE VIDEO TRAILER!
Production photos and captions
For high-resolution images, please email ptumang@eastwestplayers.org
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- Danny Glover and June Angela star in The Robey Theatre Company and East West Players’ production of Philip Kan Gotanda’s “Yohen,” directed by Ben Guillory. Photo by Michael Lamont.
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- Danny Glover and June Angela star in The Robey Theatre Company and East West Players’ production of Philip Kan Gotanda’s “Yohen,” directed by Ben Guillory. Photo by Michael Lamont.
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- Danny Glover as James Washington in The Robey Theatre Company and East West Players’ production of Philip Kan Gotanda’s “Yohen,” directed by Ben Guillory. Photo by Michael Lamont.
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- June Angela as Sumi Washington in The Robey Theatre Company and East West Players’ production of Philip Kan Gotanda’s “Yohen,” directed by Ben Guillory. Photo by Michael Lamont.
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- Danny Glover and June Angela star in The Robey Theatre Company and East West Players’ production of Philip Kan Gotanda’s “Yohen,” directed by Ben Guillory. Photo by Michael Lamont.
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- Danny Glover and June Angela star in The Robey Theatre Company and East West Players’ production of Philip Kan Gotanda’s “Yohen,” directed by Ben Guillory. Photo by Michael Lamont.
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- Danny Glover and June Angela star in The Robey Theatre Company and East West Players’ production of Philip Kan Gotanda’s “Yohen,” directed by Ben Guillory. Photo by Michael Lamont.
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- Danny Glover and June Angela star in The Robey Theatre Company and East West Players’ production of Philip Kan Gotanda’s “Yohen,” directed by Ben Guillory. Photo by Matthew Leland.
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- Danny Glover and June Angela star in The Robey Theatre Company and East West Players’ production of Philip Kan Gotanda’s “Yohen,” directed by Ben Guillory. Photo by Matthew Leland.
