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It's a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play Plot Summary

Spoiler alert! A brief overview of It's a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play. 

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Origins & Inspirations for It’s a Wonderful Life

Learn about the works that had an influence on the creation of It's a Wonderful Life.  

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A Brief History of Christmas

Though Christmas, in some form, has been celebrated since about AD 336, what many modern people consider a "traditional" Christmas began in the Victorian era. Learn more about how the traditions of Christmas have changed over time. 

A man wearing headphones stands at a radio microphone, reading aloud from a script on a music stand, one hand raised dramatically.

100 Years of Radio Drama

Although we are used to seeing plays on a stage, some early theatrical performances took place over radio. Learn more about the origins of radio plays and their relevance to this day.

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Audio Description of the Friendship Quilt

Listen to an audio description of the friendship quilt that the Auntie Sewing Squad made for writer/performer Kristina Wong, on display at The Armory throughout the run of Kristina Wong, Sweatshop Overlord.

A woman speaks in front of a row of American flags behind a podium that prominently displays the words "Stop Asian Hate."

Anti-Asian Sentiment During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Kristina Wong emphasizes the affects of anti-Asian hate during the COVID-19 pandemic in her show. Learn more about the resurgence of AAPI hate and the affects it had on these communities. 

A woman stands triumphantly on a pile of boxes and sewing instruments; she is holding aloft a pair of scissors.

Kristina Wong, Sweatshop Overlord Plot Summary

Spoiler alert! A brief overview of Kristina Wong, Sweatshop Overlord. 

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Auntie Sewing Squad

Learn more about the origin of the Auntie Sewing Squad and how Kristina Wong earned her iconic title "Sweatshop Overlord." 

A woman works diligently at a sewing machine making a mask; the sewing machine is branded with 'Hello Kitty.'

Timeline of Events Mentioned in Kristina Wong, Sweatshop Overlord

This production highlights many recent worldwide events. Check out this timeline to understand the order of these events in detail.

A woman with dark hair holding sewing implements in front of a dramatic red-orange background, gazing pensively up and to the right.

Kristina Wong: An Artist Statement

The playwright and performer of Kristina Wong, Sweatshop Overlord discusses finding the balance between humor and sincerity to tackle difficult subjects in her work on stage.

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Reviews of It's a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play

"Unique loved the intimate feel of it."

"What a wonderful, feel-good, sweet classic. I love the entire cast!" 

"Very creative and moving rendition of this classic." 

"I needed an uplifting performance like this. 2022 had been a rough year. Thank you for the fun show!"

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Reviews of Kristina Wong, Sweatshop Overlord

"This social commentary — both fierce and darkly funny — was the theater experience I didn’t know I needed. I left feeling I could almost wrap my mind around what we’ve been through and inspired to meet the next news cycle with more compassion and ...

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