A reading of a new play by ehkhudah zar
Join us on Wednesday, June 25 for a reading of Toh Ki Baw & Naw Thoe Maw, a new play by Ekhudah Zar.
Toh Ki Baw & Naw Thoe Maw is an inspiring romantic folktale that has been passed down for generations by the K'nyaw (Karen) people. A riff on Romeo and Juliet, Toh Ki Baw and Naw Thoe Maw’s faithful love persists in spite of her father’s disapproval and his attempts to separate them. A journey to discover the balance between family obligation and independence, this story explores the livelihood, culture, and family dynamics of the K'nyaw people.
Directed by Eliza Rasheed,
Stage Managed by Elizabeth Vitullo
Performed by Taw Bee, Joseph Dinh, PK Kasuh, Marry Lay, Juanita Sayaovong Vang, Tri Vo, Keng Xiong & Paul Yeej.
This is a FREE community event, no reservation required.
The play will be read in English.
QUESTIONS? Contact Exposed Brick Theatre at exposedbricktheatremn@gmail.com
The activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a Creative Support for Individuals grants from the Minnesota State Arts Board, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund and support from the National Endowment for the Arts.
The development of the play was also supported by Exposed Brick Theatre’s Through Our Eyes playwriting cohort, which is funded by a grant from the Jerome Foundation.
