Theater 131: Fat and Fiction
Synopsis:
Ludlow has been overweight his entire life, from childhood through adulthood. He’s depressed about being fat, but his mom is about to give him an entirely new perspective on things.
Writer
F.J. Hartland
F.J. Hartland is the playwright. Based in Johnstown, Pennsylvania, he is the recipient of an M.F.A. from Carnegie Mellon University. The prolific writer’s previous plays include Games of the Mind, A Piano Player with Sad Brown Eyes, What the Puck?, Tina, Be a Guest, Smoke and Fire, and more. He is also a director (over 100 credits) and actor.
F.J. Hartland
Director
Yunyi Zhu
Yunyi Zhu is a Chinese-born director and producer currently based in Los Angeles after graduating from Loyola Marymount University with a degree in directing. She has accumulated a broad spectrum of experience working in prominent international film companies, including Warner Brother, Mei Ah Entertainment (Hong Kong), Vanishing Angle, Tecent Pictures, etc. Her previous work has screened at some top-notch film festivals worldwide, including festivals that qualified for the Oscars and BAFTA recognition. Additionally, Yunyi has demonstrated her versatility by producing commercials and music videos for acclaimed international brands and artists. She is always passionate about various projects, from short films and music videos to podcasts. With her dedication to storytelling, Yunyi Zhu continues to push the boundaries of her creativity.
Yunyi Zhu
Cast
Zelda Kimble
Zelda Kimble is from Singapore, but currently lives in LA and has been acting her entire life. She likes champagne, glitter, and murder mysteries. She owns too many candles and has a paranormal podcast called Across the Veil.
Zelda Kimble
Justice Davis
Justice Davis is a proud graduate of North Carolina Central University and is very thankful to be working with Bernadette for the first time. He is thrilled for you to hear this play and hope that you enjoy it.
