Adam Blanshay Productions and Park Theatre presents the hit production Kim’s Convenience play which is heading on a UK tour and will be stopping by HOME Manchester this April.
Taking charge as the new patriarchic figure of the family will be star of the CBC and Netflix adaptation James Yi. As well as being known for Kim’s Convenience, Netflix, he has also been seen in The Interview and Gabby Duran& The Unsittables and has played Appa in previous productions.
Well versed in the complex and shifting family dynamics within the story’s narrative, having been involved in both stage and screen, Yi will explore the growing separation between traditional first-generation immigrant values and those of his second-generation children in this heart-warming tale of the Korean-Canadian family.
The award-winning play from Ins Choi which inspired the CBC and Netflix’s TV comedy adaptation debuted in 2011 at Toronto Fringe festival, where the play won the Best New Play award and the Patron’s Pick. Kim’s Convenience continues to champion East Asian representation and remains a reflective and universal story that resonates with audiences from any culture. Tackling persistent issues surrounding community, family and intergenerational relationships, this production’s rich tapestry of modern life will now be shared with wider UK audiences.
Cast
Appa James Yi
Janet Caroline Donica
Jung Daniel Phung
Umma Candace Leung
Alex Andrew Gichigi
Creatives
Playwright Ins Choi
Director Esther Jun
Set & Costume Designer Mona Camille
How much are the tickets for Kim’s Convenience?
Tickets are on sale now, priced from £25 to £40.
How do I book tickets to watch Kim’s Convenience play?
Tickets are now on sale and available by calling Box Office 0161 200 1500 (12noon-8pm daily) or access@homemcr.org. A non-refundable booking fee of £1.20 per ticket applies to all bookings. Visit the HOME Manchester’s website here for more information. Suitable for ages: 14+
How long is the show for and what are the timings?
Kim’s Convenience started its tour on 13 March in Leeds and will end its tour on 5 July in Birmingham. It will stop off at Manchester HOME from 7 to 14 April 2025. Evening shows will be on at 7.30pm while the matinee will be at 2pm on Thursday and Saturday. It has a running time of 80 minutes.
Where is Manchester HOME?
2 Tony Wilson Place
Manchester
M15 4FN
About Manchester HOME
Manchester HOME work with international and UK artists to produce entertaining, extraordinary experiences, creating an exciting mix of thought-provoking film, art, drama, dance, and festivals, with a strong focus on new commissions, and talent development.
HOME’s ambition is to push the boundaries of form and technology, to experiment, have fun, take risks and share great new art with the widest possible audience.
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Photo Credit: Manchester HOME/Victoria Davies
