Too Old, Too Asian, Too Short

Part of Theatre West’s Solopalooza 2.022, Too Old, Too Asian, Too Short is a story about a girl whose future was already decided for her. She was an obedient Filipina, destined to be a licensed registered nurse. Pamela grew up in a household of secrets and lies, mental and emotional abuse, including neglect and bullying. Her family moved from the Philippines and immigrated to America. She grows into adulthood looking for love in all the wrong places.

Pamela Najera’s compelling tour de force of an unlikely showgirl illuminates issues such as domestic violence, bullying, statutory rape, mental and emotional abuse. However, there is still much joy and entertainment value as it presents both dance and magic.