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Dustin Vuong Nguyen as Nguyên, Hannah Mariah as Thúy, and Casey Long as Guillaume in the rolling world premiere of “Colonialism is Terrible, But Phở is Delicious,” playing March 31 – April 30, 2023 at Bette Aitken theater arts Center on the Cripe Stage. Written by Dustin H. Chinn; Directed by Oánh Nguyễn. Photo by Doug Catiller, True Image Studio.

Steven McHale at Arts & Culture OC thinks Colonialism is Terrible, But Phở is Delicious is a success!

“A Deft and Witty Exploration”

“a successful comedy that deftly navigates familiar themes”

“the sub-themes are numerous and given a light touch. For example, cultural appropriation, assimilation vs. tradition, gentrification, class, language barriers and racism. Fortunately, these subjects are addressed playfully. There is no preaching, exposition or repetition. The playwright, director and cast respect the audience’s intelligence.”

“You will walk out feeling satisfied and wanting a 2nd installment”

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