Author Description

<p>"David Henry Hwang is one of the most intelligent and original voices in the American theater."--<i>Detroit News</i></p><p>"David Henry Hwang is a true original. . . . Mr. Hwang's works have the verve of the well-made American stage comedies and yet, with little warning, they bubble over into the mystical rituals of Asian stagecraft."--<i>The New York Times</i></p><p>An invigorating depiction of international star Bruce Lee's journey from troubled youth to martial arts legend, David Henry Hwang's newest play blends dance, Chinese opera, martial arts and drama into a bold theatrical experience. Premiering Off-Broadway in winter 2014, <i>Kung Fu</i> follows Lee as he struggles to prove himself as a fighter, a husband, a father, and a man.</p><p><b>David Henry Hwang</b>'s plays include <i>M. Butterfly</i> (1988 Tony Award, 1989 Pulitzer Prize finalist), <i>Golden Child</i> (1996 Obie Award, 1998 Tony nomination), <i>Yellow Face</i> (2008 Obie Award, 2008 Pulitzer Prize finalist), <i>FOB</i> (1981 Obie Award), and <i>Chinglish</i>. His Broadway musicals include the books for Elton John and Tim Rice's <i>Aida</i> (co-author), <i>Flower Drum Song</i> (2002 revival, 2003 Tony nomination), and Disney's <i>Tarzan</i>.<br>