American Hwangap Tickets

American Hwangap is a contemporary dramatic comedy written by Lloyd Suh that centers on a Korean-American family navigating reconciliation and reflection during a 60th birthday gathering. The full-length production features 2 women and 3 men, runs approximately 90 minutes with no intermission, and explores themes of family, memory, and cultural identity. The play premiered in 2009 at the Magic Theatre in San Francisco and has since circulated through national tours and prominent theatre companies. Licensing is handled through Concord Theatricals (Samuel French, Inc. imprint), with scripts and licensing available through Concord’s catalog. The work remains a staple for theatres exploring immigrant family dynamics on stage.

For fans in the Bay Area and beyond, look out for upcoming readings and performances, including recent public readings in 2025 by Contemporary Asian Theater Scene (CATS) in San Jose at Akiyama Center. We’ve got you covered for tickets, information, and dependable access to showtimes as soon as they’re announced.

Biography: Lloyd Suh, a Guggenheim Fellow (2020) and Herb Alpert Award in the Arts recipient (2019), is a prolific playwright known for intimate family dramas and bold storytelling. His theatre work spans collaborations with Ma-Yi Theatre Company, PlayCo, EST, and Tanghalang Pilipino. Suh’s plays are celebrated for their nuanced character work, sharp humor, and cross-cultural perspectives. While American Hwangap does not maintain an official standalone social media channel, information about the author and productions is widely available through theatre company bios and official catalogs. For more on the playwright’s career and upcoming projects, visit affiliated theatre company pages and reputable theatre organizations like Ma-Yi Theatre Company (www.mytheatre.org), Atlantic Theater Company (www.atlantatheatre.org), Huntington Theatre Company (www.huntingtontheatre.org), and Dramatists Guild (www.dramatistsguild.com).

Upcoming Tour & Readings: In 2025, Contemporary Asian Theater Scene (CATS) staged two public readings in San Jose, CA (Akiyama Center, 110 Jackson Street) on June 20–21. As with all live theatre events, dates and venues can shift; check our listings for the latest information and secure your seats early.