Model Minorities Don’t Cry: May 18-19 at Bindlestiff Studio (SF)
The Asian Pacific Islander Cultural Center (APICC) of San Francisco Presents “Model Minorities Don’t Cry” as part of the 21st Annual United States of Asian America Festival (USAAF): Regenerative Community. Model Minorities Don't Cry is a stand-up comedy show featuring Bay Area comedians Irene Tu and Andrew Orolfo. In it, Irene and Andrew separately tell jokes about their childhoods and current lives. They explore what it means to grow up Asian in America, living up to expectations of model minorities, and past trauma. By sharing their stories, they hope to start a conversation and dispel the stereotype that Asians and Asian Americans aren't allowed to show or talk about their feelings. 2 half hour sets (new material) from Irene Tu & Andrew Orolfo, a video sketch, and interview / Q & A after. All ages. 2 shows: May 18th & 19th. 8pm at Bindlestiff Studio. 185 6th St, SF
Tickets online: $10 until 5/3, $12 until 12pm day of show. $15 at door https://modelminoritiesdontcry.bpt.me