ACTION STAR
A compelling exposé of the powerful gender stereotypes, identity politics, and racism that simmer under the surface of Western society, and one woman’s battle to be recognised in a world of opposition Prepare for combat in this blockbuster story of struggle, adversity, humour and kung fu.
As one of Asia’s leading action stars, Maria Tran has always been a fighter, smashing the glass ceiling with every powerful roundhouse she lands on screen. Following in the footsteps of her idols Michelle Yeoh, Jackie Chan, and Cynthia Rothrock. Maria took her love of 80s action films and turned it into a spectacular career across Asia and the United States. Yet in her home country of Australia Maria faces the hardest barriers.
Filled with world-class stunts, weapon- wielding, and explosive choreography, Maria’s jaw-dropping fighting skills leap from screen to stage in this virtuosic autobiographical performance.
“Maria Tran is a powerful presence… her vision of a life … is unconventionally inspirational.”
WORLD PREMIERE
OZASIA Festival, Adelaide Festival Centre 2022
CREATIVE TEAM
Co-writer and Performer: Maria Tran
Co-writer and Director: Kaz Therese
Choreographer & Designer: Larissa McGowen
Stunt performers and Film Makers:
Takashi Hara and Therese Chen
Lighting Designer Karen Norris
Sound Designer Jack Prest & James Brown
Photo Credit: Anna Kucera