An emotionally charged comedy
13 characters.. 1 hour.. 1 actress
150+ Shows in 30+ States
First Solo Play starring a South Asian Female
St. Luke’s Theatre NYC 2014
THEY CALL ME Q - QUICK SYNOPSIS
THEY CALL ME Q is the story of a girl from Bombay growing up in the Boogie Down Bronx who gracefully seeks balance between the cultural pressures brought forth by her traditional parents and wanting acceptance into her new culture. Along the journey, Qurrat Ann Kadwani (Q) transforms into 13 characters that have shaped her life including her parents, Caucasian teachers, Puerto Rican classmates, and African-American friends. Laden with heart and abundant humor, THEY CALL ME Q speaks to the universal search for identity experienced by immigrants of all nationalities.
Qurrat Ann Kadwani, star the They Call Me Q Show, is an actress, producer, MC, TV Host and philanthropist. She is the founding Artistic Director of eyeBLINK (www.eyeblink.org) and the head of the Theatre department. She is a graduate of The Bronx High School of Science and a theater graduate of SUNY Geneseo with a double scholarship recipient for her directing and acting contributions. Ms. Kadwani teaches private classes in Solo Play Creation, Monologue Writing and Performance, Monologue Prep, Audition Prep and Acting Business Plan. She has hosted Desi Jams and 100% Desi on Namaste America. TV appearances also include ABC News What Would You Do, As The World Turns, All My Children.
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