{"product_id":"salesman-in-china-by-leanna-brodie-jovanni-sy","title":"Salesman in China by Leanna Brodie \u0026 Jovanni Sy","description":"\u003cp\u003eBeijing, 1983. Two theatrical titans, Ying Ruocheng and Arthur Miller, are about to embark on one of the most groundbreaking productions in theatre history: Ying's Mandarin translation of Miller's influential masterpiece,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eDeath of a Salesman\u003c\/i\u003e. This unprecedented artistic partnership between China and the United States attracts widespread curiosity and skepticism. In the wake of the communist Cultural Revolution, how can Chinese audiences possibly connect to this classic examination of the American Dream? Misunderstandings and tensions in the rehearsal room abound. As whispers of official scrutiny grow louder, the artists soon realize there is much more at stake than their artistic reputations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eSalesman in China\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eexplores the fascinating true story behind an historic collaboration that advanced political relations and forever changed the trajectory of theatrical expression in China. Through the challenges posed by mutual incomprehension, artistic and personal differences, and cultural collisions, their unwavering dedication serves as a testament to the transformative power of art and its ability to transcend borders and embrace a shared humanity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCast size: 16 actors\u003cbr\u003eFemale roles: 6\u003cbr\u003eMale roles: 10\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinner,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eQuebec Writers' Federation Prize for Playwriting 2024\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Storytelling Magic.”\u003cbr\u003e- Postmedia\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“A landmark piece of Canadian theatre, a production that demonstrates the capacity for art to unite, challenge and, ultimately, heal us.”\u003cbr\u003e- Joshua Chong, Toronto Star\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Not only is it a fascinating piece of little-known history, but the engrossing play also boils down a still-contentious, extremely complicated, massively relevant multinational divide into an idea that’s simple, timeless and universal: The show must go on.”\u003cbr\u003e- New York Post\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"A complex, engaging and stimulating work . . . painted in colors both subtle and rich.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Wall Street Journal\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"\u003cem\u003eSalesman in China\u003c\/em\u003e is . . . a show attracting considerable international attention, as well it should . . . a fascinating new bilingual play.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Chicago Tribune\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"A brilliant new play, fully ready to take the world's stages by storm.\"\u003cbr\u003e- J. Kelly Nestruck, Globe and Mail\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"This drama shows a deep understanding of the Chinese people.\"\u003cbr\u003e- China News\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Playwrights Canada Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46119236108461,"sku":"9780369105097","price":18.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2362\/0235\/files\/9780369105097_cover_rb_modalcover.jpg?v=1781553089","url":"https:\/\/www.canadianplayoutlet.com\/products\/salesman-in-china-by-leanna-brodie-jovanni-sy","provider":"Canadian Play Outlet","version":"1.0","type":"link"}