La Theatre Works

This play is sponsored by the California Civil Liberties Public Education Program, a state-funded grant project of the California State Library.80-something Dan Yamada has been rendered speechless after a stroke, and as he lies in bed, he vivdly recalls his life, from his days in the World War 2-era internment camps, to serving in the US Army, to his one true love. At his bedside in the present, his adult children fight over his care and legacy, all while Dan tries to communicate his poignant final wish. Includes an interview with playwright Ken Narasaki.Recorded at The Invisible Studios, West Hollywood in January 2024.Directed by Anna Lyse EriksonKurt Kanazawa as Frank FujiyamaJohn Miyasaki as Young Dan YamadaSuzy Nakamura as Joy Yamada-HankeKen Narasaki as Dr. ParkRosie Narasaki as Young Grace HamamotoSharon Omi as Adult Grace HamamotoSab Shimono as Dan YamadaGreg Watanabe as Merv YamadaPrepared for Audio by Mark Holden for The Invisible Studios, West HollywoodRecording Engineer and Editor: Neil WogensenSou