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M. Butterfly

John Lithgow and B.D. Wong recreate their original roles from the Tony® Award-winning production of David Henry Hwang's play. Inspired by an actual espionage scandal, a French diplomat discovers the startling truth about his Chinese mistress.

Contains: Strong Language, Offensive Language, Sex

Directed by

Steve Albrezzi

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Reviews

AudioFile Magazine

Hearing two such accomplished actors in parts they have mastered is a rare treat...L.A. Theatre Works is producing radio drama to rival the quality work of the BBC.

Cast & creative team

Characters

Comrade Chin

Margaret Cho
Shu-Fang

Margaret Cho
Suzuki

Margaret Cho
Judge

David Dukes
M. Toulon

David Dukes
Man

David Dukes
Helga

Joanna Frank
Consul Sharpless

Arye Gross
Man

Arye Gross
Marc

Arye Gross
Girl

Kathryn Layng
Renee

Kathryn Layng
Woman at Party

Kathryn Layng
Rene Gallimard

John Lithgow
Song Liling

B.D. Wong

Team

David Henry Hwang

Writer
Steve Albrezzi

Director

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