Model Minority

by Chloé Hung

A comedy in which four sheltered Chinese-American teens want to perform an original rap song for their church’s talent show but none of them know how to DJ. When an African-American student answers their flyer, they all must confront their prejudices. A play about the appropriation of African-American culture by Asian-Americans.

A comedy in which four sheltered Chinese-American teens want to perform an original rap song for their church’s talent show but none of them know how to DJ. When an African-American student answers their flyer, they all must confront their prejudices. A play about the appropriation of African-American culture by Asian-Americans.

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Model Minority

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  • Emma Goldman-Sherman: Model Minority by Chloé Hung
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    A deep exploration of race in America with such compelling and specific characters and a great sense of humor. Hung has an authentic voice and the ability to show us the problem with concision and a feeling of truth conveyed through characters pursuing their objectives. Excellent work.

    A deep exploration of race in America with such compelling and specific characters and a great sense of humor. Hung has an authentic voice and the ability to show us the problem with concision and a feeling of truth conveyed through characters pursuing their objectives. Excellent work.

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  • Shaun Leisher: Model Minority by Chloé Hung
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    A great play that looks at race in such a unique way. A play that explores race without white people and yet the white gaze is still very present. Filled with great roles for Asian-Americans and a black actor. Would love to see a theatre get brave and produce this play. This is definitely a conversation starter.

    A great play that looks at race in such a unique way. A play that explores race without white people and yet the white gaze is still very present. Filled with great roles for Asian-Americans and a black actor. Would love to see a theatre get brave and produce this play. This is definitely a conversation starter.

    ”
  • Cheryl Bear: Model Minority by Chloé Hung
    “

    A beautifully rhythmic exploration and deep reflection on life, identity and understanding as one finds their voice. Well done!

    A beautifully rhythmic exploration and deep reflection on life, identity and understanding as one finds their voice. Well done!

    ”
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Development History

  • Reading, AyeDefy, 2020
  • Reading, IAMA Theatre, 2019
  • Workshop, Banff Playwrights Lab, 2018
  • Reading, Philadelphia Asian Performing Artists / InterAct Theatre Company, 2018