The Brothers Paranormal

In this comedy/horror/drama, two Thai-American brothers launch a ghost-hunting business in order to capitalize on the nationwide increase in sightings of "Asian-looking ghosts." When the siblings investigate the home of an African-American couple who were displaced by Hurricane Katrina and who are antagonized by one very terrifying spirit, everyone’s notions of reality, fantasy, and sanity clash against the...

In this comedy/horror/drama, two Thai-American brothers launch a ghost-hunting business in order to capitalize on the nationwide increase in sightings of "Asian-looking ghosts." When the siblings investigate the home of an African-American couple who were displaced by Hurricane Katrina and who are antagonized by one very terrifying spirit, everyone’s notions of reality, fantasy, and sanity clash against the shocking truth.​

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  • David Volpov: The Brothers Paranormal

    Prince's play is surprising all the way through and features exciting, strong characters. The Brothers Paranormal is a funny, unique take on a ghost story. What a thrill to see horror in theatre - a rare treat!

    Prince's play is surprising all the way through and features exciting, strong characters. The Brothers Paranormal is a funny, unique take on a ghost story. What a thrill to see horror in theatre - a rare treat!

  • Tom Jacobson: The Brothers Paranormal

    A fascinating and effective blend of comedy and deep emotion, The Brothers Paranormal captivates with scary supernatural themes (and dynamite special effects) then flips to powerful themes of family and responsibility. Some cool twists and scary surprises that build on traditional horror tropes as well as cultural traditions. I admired the East West Players production a great deal. Smart, fun and a crowd-pleaser!

    A fascinating and effective blend of comedy and deep emotion, The Brothers Paranormal captivates with scary supernatural themes (and dynamite special effects) then flips to powerful themes of family and responsibility. Some cool twists and scary surprises that build on traditional horror tropes as well as cultural traditions. I admired the East West Players production a great deal. Smart, fun and a crowd-pleaser!

  • Jack Novak: The Brothers Paranormal

    Really effective example of horror theater! A moving, scary, funny play about history, identity, and loss.

    Really effective example of horror theater! A moving, scary, funny play about history, identity, and loss.

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Development History

  • Type Reading, Organization Theatre Diaspora, Portland, Oregon, Year 2018
  • Type Reading, Organization Theatre Mu, Minneapolis, Minnesota, Year 2018
  • Type Reading, Organization Geva Theatre Center, Rochester, New York, Year 2016
  • Type Reading, Organization Pan Asian Repertory Theatre, New York, New York, Year 2016
  • Type Reading, Organization Pork Filled Productions, Seattle, Washington, Year 2015
  • Type Reading, Organization La Jolla Playhouse, San Diego, California, Year 2014
  • Type Reading, Organization Bay Area Playwrights Festival, San Francisco, California, Year 2013
  • Type Reading, Organization East West Players, Los Angeles, California, Year 2012
  • Type Workshop, Organization Center Theatre Group, Los Angeles, California, Year 2011

Production History

  • Type Professional, Organization East West Players, Los Angeles, California, Year 2022
  • Type Professional, Organization Perseverance Theatre, Juneau, Alaska, Year 2022
  • Type Professional, Organization CoHo Productions & Theatre Diaspora, Portland, Oregon, Year 2019
  • Type Professional, Organization Fonseca Theatre Company, Indianapolis, Indiana, Year 2019
  • Type Professional, Organization Pan Asian Repertory Theatre, New York, New York, Year 2019
  • Type Professional, Organization Penumbra Theatre & Theatre Mu, Saint Paul, Minnesota, Year 2019
  • Type Professional, Organization Pork Filled Players, Seattle, Washington, Year 2019