written by Patrick Zhang
dramaturgy by Daniel Rector
directed by Anna Ly
Winston Aaron Jin
Finn / 911 Operator Lee Yang
Monty Wendells / Man / Theo / Bellhop Logan Yao
Mr. Zhou David Hsieh
Grandpa Zhou Sam Prudente
The Bad Man Steven Sterne
stage directions Ruth Yeo Peterman
stage managed by
Acknowledgements:
Playwright’s Comments:
In the summer of 2019, I had just finished my freshman year of college and was living on my own for the first time. Though I was unsure in which direction my life would unfold, I knew that it would be guided by an innate hunger to create. Yet, I also understood that whatever I created must be guided by a larger intention. Whether inciting action, raising awareness, or encouraging individuals to recognize their own inner humanity, I hope that my work extends beyond itself. Consequently, I Thought I Was Safe was born. Inspired by the intersection of various personal passions (horror films, social justice, and theatre), I finished the play’s first 20-page draft at the end of July 2019. At the time, I did not imagine that it would grow to be produced by the oldest Asian American theatre group in the Pacific Northwest. However, I am very thankful for the journey my piece ultimately embarked on. Working with PFP, I’ve developed tremendously as an artist. In closing, I’d like to thank Dan Rector, Anna Ly, the PFP Producers, and everyone else who’s supported me while writing I Thought I Was Safe.
Playwright’s Bio:
Patrick Zhang is a Philadelphia-born, but LA-based actor, writer, filmmaker, and student. He is inspired by the intersection of social justice and art. Patrick ultimately desires to democratize creativity through his work.
Dramaturg’s Bio:
Dan Rector is a Seattle Area Dramaturge who has been working with Pork Filled Players since 2012. He has previously supported Maggie Lee’s Steampunk trilogy, and is delighted to return once again to help render tales of the fantastic and horrifying!
Director’s Bio:
Anna is a Seattle-based director and a graduate of WWU. The current Directing Associate for Macha, she has also worked locally with PFP, REBATEnsemble, Mount Baker Repertory Theatre, Village Theatre KIDSTAGE, Evergreen Middle School and Foundry10. She is also a member of the 2018 Directors Lab at Lincoln Center Theater.
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