About the artist: Vichet Chum, a Cambodian-American playwright and theatre-maker, crafts stories that illuminate youth, family, and cultural identity through sharp dialogue and heartfelt humor. Chum’s work often blends intimate character studies with broad, accessible storytelling, making his plays appealing to a wide range of theatre fans.
Notable works and milestones: The world premiere of A Nostalgia Fest took place at Alley Theatre’s Hubbard Theatre in Houston, TX (Jan 21–Feb 13, 2022), followed by a digital distribution window (Feb 14–27, 2022). The New York debut occurred on Fordham University’s stage (Fordham Theatre) in Oct 2023. Other acclaimed works include the Bald Sisters world premiere at Steppenwolf (2022) and KNYUM at Merrimack Repertory Theatre (2018). Chum has received multiple awards, including the Princess Grace Award in Playwriting (2018–19), the Laurents/Hatcher Award (2021), and the Edgerton Foundation New Play Award (2021).
Upcoming and recent activity: While there are no public 2025 tour dates announced for High School Play: A Nostalgia Fest, Vichet Chum continues to develop new work, including All the Little Boxes at Chautauqua Theater Company in 2025. For fans, this means ongoing opportunities to see Chum’s work, whether through new productions, readings, or development labs.
Social links: official site vichetchum.com | X/Twitter: @vichetchum (link open in new tab)