Chris Grace: As Scarlett Johansson
Family Theater
Chris Grace, Jerry from NBC’s Superstore and “America’s 88th-most beloved Chinese actor” (his own words), celebrates the life of the greatest Asian-American actor of all time: Scarlett Johansson. Inspired by the actress’s infamous starring role in the 2017 Ghost in the Shell, Chris Grace: As Scarlett Johansson reimagines what is and isn’t possible—or appropriate—in the life of an artist.
Jul. 11 - 13, 2025
On Sale Tue. Feb. 4, 2025 10a.m.
On Sale to Members Tue. Jan. 28, 2025 10a.m.
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Chris Grace, Jerry from NBC’s Superstore and “America’s 88th-most beloved Chinese actor” (his own words), celebrates the life of the greatest Asian-American actor of all time: Scarlett Johansson. Inspired by the actress’s infamous starring role in the 2017 Ghost in the Shell, Chris Grace: As Scarlett Johansson ponders the relationship between art and identity in a uniquely deadpan and intricate way. Exploring both actors’ biographies through stand-up comedy, stage combat, and the songs of Tom Waits, this show reimagines what is and isn’t possible—or appropriate—in the life of an artist.
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