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TheatreWorks Silicon Valley presents “Happy Pleasant Valley: A Senior Sex Scandal Murder Mystery Musical”
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This World Premiere musical features book, music, and lyrics by Bay Area composer/lyricist Min Kahng ("The Four Immigrants: An American Musical Manga"). Set in a senior living community, this lively musical comedy explodes misconceptions about sexuality and aging. An audience favorite at TheatreWorks’ New Works Festival, Gen Z influencer Jade teams up with grandmother June to solve a series of mysterious murders. Directed by Jeffrey Lo.
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With book, music and lyrics by the Bay Area’s Min Kahng, this TheatreWorks world premiere follows a Korean-American grandmother (played by Emily Kuroda) facing eviction, and her Gen-X influencer granddaughter (Sophie Oda). According to Kahng, it explores “generation gaps, ageism and finding connection and relevance in the digital age.” Expect plenty of music, suspense and comedy. Jeffrey Lo directs.
Jean Schiffman
Contributing Writer, Theater
TheatreWorks Silicon Valley