Telly Leung joins the pod squad to discuss the deeply personal journey of his immigrant parents, their harrowing escape from communist China, and how their sacrifices shaped his artistic path. The conversation then delves into the power of storytelling and the ongoing fight for Asian American representation in theater.
Telly Leung is an American actor, singer, and songwriter. He is known for his work in musical theatre on Broadway and his role as Wes, a member of the Dalton Academy Warblers on the Fox comedy-drama series Glee. In 2011, he starred in the Broadway revival of Godspell at the Circle in the Square Theatre. Leung was named one of 12 Faces to Watch in 2012: Dance, Theater, Architecture, and Art by the Los Angeles Times.
Links
https://www.tellyleung.com/ (Telly Leung Website)
http://www.aapacnyc.org/ (Asian American Performers Action Coalition)
