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Roger & Hammerstein’s musical “The King and I” is one of very few shows with a majority ESEA/Asian cast after decades of questionable casting. But what next for these talented ethnic minority actors when so few characters seem to call for people like them?
Did you know during the 30s and 40s, Frank Soo was the first non-100% White player in the English Football League and first of Chinese descent? There’s little known about his life and legacy, with more being found out. Read my interview with Alan Lau, Founder and Director of The Frank Soo Foundation here.
#TheESEAEcho: 10 interesting facts you might not have known about Tibet, with Yeshi Jampa and Julie Kleeman from @tastetibet
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ESEA (East and Southeast Asian) representation has slowly improved in the US over the years, but still needs major improvement in the UK. How can this be turned around so Model Minority and other stereotypical characters and storylines are challenged and avoided, giving ESEA talent and creatives the opportunities to showcase what they can offer?
The mystery and emotion of South Korean drama continues to intrigue audiences everywhere. Read my recent review of “Broker” by Japanese director Hirokazu Kore-eda.
Lunar New Year is an extremely important time for many people of ESEA (East and Southeast Asian) heritage, but many organisations are missing the mark when it comes to celebrating this and supporting their ESEA people. This blog gives you some simple tips on just how to do this more and properly.
“Decision to Leave” is the must-see South Korean murder mystery film of the year that has more twists and turns and complications of love and suspicions than you could imagine. Read my full review of it here.
September is ESEA (East and Southeast Asian) Heritage Month, a time to celebrate and honour ESEA people and communities across the UK, their heritage and cultures and their contributions to British society. That’s why I wrote this poem which is my 100th post on this blog!
Are you looking for a city break that has plenty to see and do in and around it? With something to see and do for everyone, Copenhagen is definitely a place to check out.
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