I could still remember when I added a small couple of lines to the beginning of this play to have a call back to space right before END OF PLAY where I told myself, “Self, this is the best play I’ve written.” And a big shout out to the editing process!
It’s surreal to have even received this nomination from BroadwayWorld Chicago! And I’m more surprised by the noms for the Chicago Reader’s Best of 2023. That someone still thought of my work to nominate it is rewarding in itself.
Don’t get it twisted, I’LL TAKE THE W! But the recognition for trusting the instincts that were left on (and taken off) the page is pretty satisfying.
Maraming Salamat to Ginger Leopoldo and Louie Pascasio from @circapintig for believing in me and my work to write a play about Anti-Asian Hate. They empowered me to say, “Go! We trust your words.” So happy (and relieved) that this recognition proves them right.
Cheers to the work put into DARYO’S and to the next play and the play after that!