Directed by Weyni Mengesha
Presented by Soulpepper Theatre
Written by Ins Choi
Featuring Clé Bennett, Esther Jun, Ins Choi, Jean Yoon, Paul Sun-Hyung Lee
Set: Ken MacKenzie
Costumes: Ken MacKenzie
Lighting: Lorenzo Savoini
Sound: Thomas Ryder Payne
Fight Director: Sean Baek
KIM’S CONVENIENCE
Won 2 Toronto Critics Awards including Best New Play and was nominated for 3 Dora Awards.
Mengesha directed the Canadian premiere of Kim's Convenience at Soulpepper Theatre. After playing a sold out run the theatre brought the show back twice to try and fulfill the demand. The play broke box office history and brought new audiences to the theatre. It has toured across Canada and off Broadway before being developed into a TV show that has enjoyed 5 seasons on CBC and Netflix. Weyni joined as one of the directors for the TV series in Season 3.
“Hilarious, heartwarming. If you haven’t been, it’s a must; if you have it’s worth a return visit.”
The Grid
“Under Weyni Mengesha’s astute direction, the ensemble cast tackles their characters with a high level of believability.”
David Roberts, Onstage Chief New York Theatre Critic
“I cried, too. This was not just the magic of the fine performances, particularly Mr. Lee’s, under the direction of Weyni Mengesha. It was also my belated recognition that the story was, in part, my own. ”
Jesse Green, New York Times
“Made me laugh and he made me cry; you can’t ask for more than that.”
The National Post
“There are many reasons to cheer...join the celebration.”
Toronto Star
“Director Weyni Mengesha’s vital staging tenderly realizes the author’s vision with its steady pace and sensitive performances. ”
Darryl Reilly, Theater Scene (NYC)
