Fans of KPOPBroadway turned out Saturday to support the first Broadway show celebrating Korean culture. The musical that broke barriers for the Asian community is suddenly closing after only two weeks. JennBisramTV spoke to fans and cast members.
musical that broke barriers for the Asian community, is suddenly coming to an end after only two weeks.
"I think we are making history, even enough our show is short-lived," said KPOP composer Helen Park, who is the first female Asian composer on Broadway. A large crowd, including ticket-holders, gathered outside the Circle in the Square Theatre before Saturday night's show, saying it's too soon. "It just needs time for it to find its audience 'cause these shows just, just got on Broadway," fan Salome Mergia said.
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