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April 30, 2024 26 mins

This play is sponsored by the California Civil Liberties Public Education Program, a state-funded grant project of the California State Library.

80-something Dan Yamada has been rendered speechless after a stroke, and as he lies in bed, he vivdly recalls his life, from his days in the World War 2-era internment camps, to serving in the US Army, to his one true love. At his bedside in the present, his adult children fight over his care and legacy, all while Dan tries to communicate his poignant final wish. Includes an interview with playwright Ken Narasaki.

Recorded at The Invisible Studios, West Hollywood in January 2024.

Directed by Anna Lyse Erikson

Kurt Kanazawa as Frank Fujiyama

John Miyasaki as Young Dan Yamada

Suzy Nakamura as Joy Yamada-Hanke

Ken Narasaki as Dr. Park

Rosie Narasaki as Young Grace Hamamoto

Sharon Omi as Adult Grace Hamamoto

Sab Shimono as Dan Yamada

Greg Watanabe as Merv Yamada

Prepared for Audio by Mark Holden for The Invisible Studios, West Hollywood

Recording Engineer and Editor: Neil Wogensen

Sound Designer and Mixing Engineer: Charles Carroll for The Invisible Studios, West Hollywood

“Blue Skies” performed by Kurt Kanazawa


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