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The Adventures of the Singing Acupuncturist 6: Big O makes it in New York... or does she?

Diamond Wave Productions and Laughing Horse Comedy are delighted to present a stand-up Comedy debut, Adventures of the Singing Acupuncturist 6: Big O makes it in New York, or does she? Another world premiere, it will be presented at the Edinburgh Arts Festival in Scotland in August 2018. Written and Performed by Olivia Rhee. Directed by Sophia Charalambous.

Adventures of the Singing Acupuncturist 6: Big O makes it in New York, or does she? is a new stand-up comedy show.

Have you never been able to fit into a box? Not a physical box… a mental box… a box in your mind. As a Korean-American Olivia Rhee knows all too well about trying to fit in -when Kimchi, aka: "Fire-Breathing Garlic Dragon Breath", is your culture’s most famous export, how are you ever going to blend into a normal life in the land of burgers, fries & ketchup? As an acupuncturist, who fixes people for a living, this is frustrating… why can’t she fix herself? Adventures of the Singing Acupuncturist 6: Big O makes it in New York… Or, does she? is an hilarious hour of comedy where Olivia entertains you with her Korean-American wisdom, and you’ll leave with a transformed mind, bigger eyes, and an open heart… a heart that is open to explore new experiences…like French Fries with Kimchi (she calls it....Korean Ketchup). Another world premiere, this marks as her 6th solo show at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. The first musical show, Adventures of a Singing Acupuncturist: Olivia in Caledonia, was premiered in 2010.

Olivia Rhee has been writing one-woman shows since studying at New York University. Her professional debut, Who Knows? An Emotional Journey through the Eye of I, was well received by New York audiences in 2000. And in her Cabaret performance, New York Times: The Best and the worst of It, before leaving New York in 2001, she brought her audience to happy tears. She has also delighted audiences with her Cabaret show, An Evening of Songs with Olivia Rhee, in San Diego, California in 2003, which celebrated the release of her 2 CDs.

Now a working Acupuncturist in Las Vegas, Nevada and New York, NY (USA), she is excited to be performing her 11th new solo show, Adventures of the Singing Acupuncturist 6: Big O makes it in New York, or does she?, at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival in August 2018.

Sophia Charalambous (Director) is a qualified NQJ journalist, writing for regional and national UK publications including the Independent, Mirror, Mail Online and the Daily Star Online. Theatre, film and comedy feature writing was part of her role as Deputy Entertainment Editor at the Essex Chronicle newspaper. Prior to this, she was a writer and director at Nottingham's New Theatre from 2007 to 2010. Sophia began directing stand-up comedy in 2016, and her directorial debut show IlluminArchie was transferred to Soho Theatre after its run at Edinburgh Fringe Festival in 2017.

Barry Lamm (Script Supervisor) originally hails from Nebraska, where he utilized his degree in theater and communications as a teacher and active member of the Omaha community and professional theater scene. He has lived in New York City for the past 19 years and now works as a professional development, training and process coordinator for an online software company. Barry is proud to be working with Ms. Rhee again after directing her in New York in her production of Who Knows? and the past 5 shows at Edinburgh Fringe Festival.

Troy Sanford (Costume & Make-up Consultant) hails from Nebraska also and has worked in fashion for over 22 years (although with prolonged use of Botox retains his youthful look and presence). He’s worked for companies like Ralph Lauren as a production manager overseeing blue label and the Wimbledon Launch of the Big Pony campaign as well as the uniforms for the Olympics in China for Ralph Lauren. He also helped with the re-Launch of GAP with Patrick Robinson and the CFDA as well as the re-Launch of Ann Taylor several years back. Not only has Troy helped other friends launch their own fashion labels, he also launched his own fashion line. He has worked with Olivia on costume, hair and makeup for her past (5 shows). Always ready with fashion advice and costume quick-change suggestions to help transform her from a mere mortal to a living goddess. Modesty being one of his strong suits, he loves doing what he does and likes giving back to the community. Just ask him how great he is and he’ll tell you himself.

Thanks go to Laughing Horse Comedy, director, Alex Petty and the Laughing Horse team.

And Special Thanks to: Sem @ The Lantern and Tess Henry @ Under St. Mark’s Theatre for allowing me to Preview my show in New York City this July (see below for Preview show details).

And to: Chris O’Neill @ Jesters / Sin e Pub in Dublin, Ireland for allowing me to Preview my show in Dublin on 25 July (see below for Preview show details).

Olivia would like to thank the following for help with her project: God, SAM, mom & dad, my brother Chris, my sister Sandy, Tamra M, Barry Lamm, Troy Sanford, Sophia Charalambous and all my aunts, uncles, and cousins.

My teachers: Tom Burke Voice Studio, including Jen DeRosa & Robert Sussuma, my comedy teachers Philip Peredo and Jerry Corley.

To all my comedy friends who have supported me in Dublin/Europe: Chris O-N., Joe R., Tom W., Larry B., Vinny D., Martin A., Frank B., Brian O-T., Seamus S., Ted L., Gerard J., Margaret McH., Lizzy W., Christina McM., Seosamh P., Barry M., Duane D., Alan H., Kevin O-S., Spunkster., Apollo Sessions, Jay P. Hardy, Adam B @ Hardy Har Comedy club, Unhinged Comedy club, Battle of the Axe Comedy club, the International Comedy Club, Jonathan H., Thom E., & Chris D.

And my friends in the USA: Joe DeSantis, Steve & Carla McInelly, Jonathan Smilowitz, Manfred Hein, Travis R., Kirk S., Adam S-W., Laughing Buddha Comedy Club, Dylan F., Sean F., Paul S., Kon., Matt S., Jordan H., Neil P., Barry B., Bobby S., Mike S., Don B., Joe F., Jerry K., Jeff R., Chris S, Mia A., Wanda & Brian M., Diane B., Emme L., Joey I., Mick M., Alex S., and other new friends I have met since this website went live…

My friends in England and Scotland: Lucy G, Jenny L, Peter S, Gerard L, Colin H, Lynda P, Gill L, Johnny F, Paul H, Mark M., Tim R., Owen F., Clare H., Julia, Martyn H., David V-J., Tom S., Lucy F., & etc.

My production crew: Dave George (Graphic Designer: www.GeorgeCreative.uk), Christopher John-Stone (headshots/photography/flyers in NY), Abbie Glennie (lights/sound for 2016 show), Troy Sanford (costume/makeup), Woon-Sun J-C (make-up in NYC), Mary L. (video in NYC), Pegasus Sound and Light, And my past production crew: [email protected] and listed below in previous show info.

And everyone else who has helped me in one way or another.

To everyone, I am grateful from my love of kimchi and comedy, as I could not have endured the struggles of writing a 60-minute comedy show without all of you…

“A tragedy is a tragedy, and at the bottom, all tragedies are stupid. Give me a choice and I'll take A Midsummer Night's Dream over Hamlet every time. Any fool with steady hands and a working set of lungs can build up a house of cards and then blow it down, but it takes a genius to make people laugh.” ― Stephen King

��Tragedy is when I cut my finger. Comedy is when you fall into an open sewer and die.” ― Mel Brooks

“Thankfully, persistence is a great substitute for talent.” ― Steve Martin, Born Standing Up: A Comic's Life

“Comedy is the art of making people laugh without making them puke.”― Steve Martin

“What is in your way? It’s not in your way… Get it out of the way.” – Marinda, dance teacher/choreographer

“Kimchi is not for sissies… it’s an acquired taste, but it is delicious and good for your health (i.e. improves your immune system like acupuncture / herbal medicine)” – Olivia Rhee

4 Preview shows in New York, NY:

The Lantern

When: 17 July 2018 (Tuesday): Time: 4:30pm (16:30). Where: The Lantern, 167 Bleecker St., New York, NY 10012. Tickets: purchase one item minimum (a drink or one food item)

Under St. Mark’s Theatre

When: 18 July 2018 (Wednesday) Time: 9:00pm (21:00) Where: Under St. Mark’s Theatre: 94 St. Mark’s Place, New York, NY 10009, Tickets: $10.00 ($5.00 for students, seniors, and comedians) http://www.horsetrade.info/under-st-marks

When: 20 July 2018 (Friday) Time: 8:00pm (20:00) Where: Under St. Mark’s Theatre: 94 St. Mark’s Place, New York, NY 10009, , Tickets: $10.00 ($5.00 for students, seniors, and comedians) http://www.horsetrade.info/under-st-marks

When: 21 July 2018 (Saturday) Time: 7:00pm (19:00) Where: Under St. Mark’s Theatre: 94 St. Mark’s Place, New York, NY 10009, , Tickets: $10.00 ($5.00 for students, seniors, and comedians) http://www.horsetrade.info/under-st-marks

1 Preview show in Dublin, Ireland:

Jesters EDge Comedy

When: 25 July 2018 (Wednesday) Where: Jesters EDge Comedy @ Sin E Pub, 15 Ormond Quay Upper, North City, Dublin Time: 7:40 pm (19:40) Tickets: please purchase a drink at the Pub to show support.

*Main Shows at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival*

Venue: Laughing Horse @ Espionage (The Bunker) (Venue 185), 4 India Buildings (Entrances on Victoria Street and Cowgate), Edinburgh, EH1 2EX

Time: 0:00 am (Midnight: 24:00) (Duration: 50 mins)

Dates: August 15-26, 2018

For all press inquiries please contact: Olivia Rhee

email: [email protected]

Web: http://www.oliviarhee.tumblr.com

http://oliviarhee.weebly.com (for bio info)

Phone: (619) 606-0496

(in UK in August 2018): (07981) 010343

Social Media:

Twitter: @OliviaRhee1

Instagram: olirhee

Facebook Page: Olivia Diamond Comedy

#oliviarhee #edinburghfringe

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oliviarhee · 9 years ago

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Adventures of the Singing Acupuncturist 5: Big O conquers the FOMO

Diamond Wave Productions and Laughing Horse Comedy are delighted to present a one-woman musical, Adventures of the Singing Acupuncturist 5: Big O conquers the FOMO. Another world premiere, it will be presented at the Edinburgh Arts Festival in Scotland in August 2016. Written and Performed by Olivia Rhee. Directed by Barry Lamm. Musical Direction by Yoon Joung Choi.

Adventures of the Singing Acupuncturist 5: Big O conquers the FOMO is a new one-woman musical about Olivia Rhee, at the current stage in her life. It is a continuing journey for the Korean-American lady, who is searching for ways to accomplish her dreams; this year, by conquering her fears. Spreading her wings of courage, Big O will explore the aspects of fear. Through storytelling, songs, and comedy, she will provide insights into the FOMO: fear of missing out. What is holding you back from accomplishing your dreams? Big O has some secret solutions for your spirit to soar. She will help you to spread your wings of courage. You will soar and create a shield, piercing through darkness so that you may enter the light… Nothing will get in your way, ever again! Fun for the whole family. This marks her 5th musical at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. The first was premiered in 2010.

Now a working Acupuncturist in Las Vegas, Nevada (USA), she is excited to be performing her 9th new musical, Adventures of the Singing Acupuncturist 5: Big O conquers the FOMO, at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival this year in August 2016. The show will be directed by Barry Lamm. Musical Direction by Yoon Joung Choi.

Barry Lamm (Director) originally hails from Nebraska, where he utilized his degree in theater and communications as a teacher and active member of the Omaha community and professional theater scene. He has lived in New York City for the past 17 years and now works as a professional development, training and process coordinator for an online software company. Barry is proud to be working with Ms. Rhee again after directing her in New York in her production of Who Knows? and the past 4 shows at Edinburgh Fringe Festival.

Yoon Joung Choi (Musical Director) is originally from Seoul, Korea. She has graduated from Seoul Arts High School, with a Major in Piano. She then graduated from Seoul National University – College of Music with a major in Musicology. She has professionally worked at the Sheraton Walker Hill Hotel in Seoul, Korea as a Production Planner for 2 years. Now living in Las Vegas, she has been teaching piano for over 27 years. As an accomplished Pianist, she has played the piano and accompanied the Las Vegas Seoul Choir for the last 10 years. She has also been the pianist for the Las Vegas Healing Choir since 2013. She is currently the Musical Director for the Zion Choir at Full Gospel Church in Las Vegas. Yoon Joung is happy to be Musical Directing Olivia in her new one-woman show, Adventures of the Singing Acupuncturist 5: Big O conquers the FOMO. This is the 5th time she has worked with Olivia. She also musical directed her for the past 4 years for the Edinburgh Fringe Festival productions of Adventures of a Singing Acupuncturist: Olivia in Caledonia (2010) and Absolutely Amazing Adventures of the Singing Acupuncturist (2011) and Absolutely Agitated Acupuncturist Returns to Find It (2012) and Adventures of the Singing Acupuncturist: Big O finds her Soul (2014).

Joshua Finkel (Script Supervisor) is also an Award Winning Director, Acting Coach & Actor. Mr. Finkel is thrilled to be supervising the script for Olivia Rhee on her 5th Edinburgh appearance. Mr. Finkel co-created and directed a new musical developmental company, the Academy Repertory Co. (ARC) and currently runs the New Musicals Inc. Actor Master Class series, his famous Director Audition Panel Class and also teaches several master classes worldwide. He is currently starring in the world premiere of 3 new short musicals at the New Musicals Inc. called Now or Never and will be starring as Leo Frank in Parade at Panic!Productions in September. Directing credits include: Violet (LA Premiere and Scenie Award), The SpitFire Grill (LA Premiere, Ovation Nomination), Songs for a New World (San Francisco Premiere), Into the Woods (Scherr Forum, Thousand Oaks, CA), Hollywood Revisited (International and Ongoing), Musical credits include: Kiss of the Spider Woman (Molina, Broadway/London/Toronto/India). Les Miserables (Thenardier, LA Premiere, Hollywood Bowl and National Tour) More info: www.joshuafinkel.com

Michael L. Shapiro (Music and Arrangement for song, Let Me Shine) was born in San Jose, CA but was raised in Las Vegas, NV. In 2000 he moved to Portland, OR, followed by a move to San Rafael, CA in 2006. After forming the band Reckless In Vegas in 2008, recording and releasing 3 albums with Producers Dan Shea and Sylvia Massy, he now, again, resides in Las Vegas where the band/show is being performed regularly at various venues. Music has been a constant throughout his entire life. He picked up his first guitar at age 13 and trained hard in guitar, vocals, piano and trumpet and attuned his ear to classical opera as well as rock. A chance encounter with a family friend struck the right cord and paved Shapiro’s way into music. At age 16, he had the opportunity to jam with Bruce Springsteen. The rocker’s energetic marathon performances spurred Shapiro to develop a taste for a raucous stage presence. After stints in various cover bands in his teens, Shapiro formed the band Trip, released 3 albums and toured. Being part of the VH1 Rock Across America Tour, Trip opened for such artists as Edwin McCain, Duncan Sheik, The Romantics, and Cheap Trick. It was during an ill-fated gig in 2003 opening for Great White when a tragic fire struck, that moved Shapiro to deeply reflect on life’s vagaries and whims. As a solo artist, Michael has toured the U.S. with the Grammy Award winning band Live and toured through multiple countries in Europe with Peter Murphy. Music has taken him all over the world. Shapiro is a music producer, music performer, songwriter, film producer, and actor. More information: www.michaelshapiromusic.com and www.recklessinvegas.com

Pedro J. Caparros (Music Arrangement) is a Spanish guitarist/composer based in London mainly known for being a member of the band BREED 77. When he is not on tour or in the studio with his band he involves himself in several side projects, teaching guitar, producing or arranging tunes for other acts and that is how he got in touch with Olivia Rhee to rearrange some tunes for her project. At present he is working on his solo side project with the "now a days" THE YARDBIRDS frontman Andy Mitchell and an instrumental album, awaiting for the next UK/European tour. "I always find inspiring and interesting to drive myself a bit out of my routine and working with any music project that has nothing or very little to do with what I normally do and that's why I like to work with Olivia...." More info: [email protected]

Joshua Seex (Music Arrangement) has a 1st class honours degree in popular music and an HND in modern musicianship. At University he specialized in performance, composition and jazz studies. He is the author of the book: ‘Plectrum Studies for the Serious Guitarist’, a collection of original etudes written to improve left and right hand guitar technique for plectrum style guitarists. Joshua has played professionally in venues such as the Prestonfield House Hotel, the EICC, Shieldhill Castle hotel and the Usher Hall and the Lothian Chambers playing both in a solo guitar context and as part of a function band. Joshua was heard playing the background track for Olivia’s show in 2012: Ae Fond Kiss (by Robert Burns) and Take My Breath Away (by Tuck & Patti). He also played the background tracks for Olivia’s show in 2011: My Love is Like a Red, Red Rose (by Robert Burns); I’m Only Dreaming (by Small Faces); & The Prayer (by David Foster). More info: www.guitarlessonsinedinburgh.com

Troy Sanford (Costume & Make-up Consultant) hails from Nebraska also and has worked in fashion for over 22 years (although with prolonged use of Botox retains his youthful look and presence). He's worked for companies like Ralph Lauren as a production manager overseeing blue label and the Wimbledon Launch of the Big Pony campaign as well as the uniforms for the Olympics in China for Ralph Lauren. He also helped with the re-Launch of GAP with Patrick Robinson and the CFDA as well as the re-Launch of Ann Taylor several years back. Not only has Troy helped other friends launch their own fashion labels, he also launched his own fashion line. He has worked with Olivia on costume, hair and makeup for her past (4 shows). Always at the ready with fashion advice and costume quick-change suggestions to help transform her from a mere mortal to a living goddess. Modesty being one of his strong suits, he loves doing what he does and likes giving back to the community. Just ask him how great he is and he'll tell you himself.

Thanks goes to Laughing Horse Comedy, director, Alex Petty and the Laughing Horse team.

Olivia would like to thank the following for help with her project: God, SAM, mom & dad, my brother Chris, my sister Sandy, Tamra M, Yoon Joung Choi, and Barry Lamm, and all my aunts, uncles, and cousins.

My teachers: Joshua Finkel, Tom Burke Voice Studio, including Jen DeRosa & Robert Sussuma, my comedy teachers, Philip Peredo & Jerry Corley, and Marlow Valentin (Guitar teacher).

My friends in the USA: Bobby S., Mike S., Carol Y., Julie G-J., Brian D., Joe F., Ron K., Jerry K., Jeff R., Jim, Chris S, Jason S, Alex B., Mia A., Stephen L., Wanda L., Tim B., Michael S., Michael G. S., Andrew A., Annie G, and Christopher John-Stone (headshots/photography).

My friends in England and Scotland: Lucy G, Jenny L, Peter S, Gerard L, Colin H, Lynda P, Gill & Rob L, Johnny F, Paul H, Keith D., Mark Y., Mark M., Anna L., Tim R., Owen F., Clare H., Julia etc.

My production crew: [email protected], Dave George (Graphic Designer: www.GeorgeCreative.uk), Mark Y. (lights/sound), Anna L. (lights/sound), Troy Sanford (costume/makeup), Woon-Sun J-C (make-up in NYC), Mary L. (video in NYC), Michael L. Shapiro, Joshua Seex, Pedro Caparros, Tom Griep (Piano Accompaniment, www.pianotrax.com, Pegasus Sound and Light, Iain D, Keith D., Colin H., And my past production crew. (see previous years below).

And everyone else who has helped me in one way or another.

To everyone, I am grateful from my gallbladder and kidney channels, as I could not have had the “galls” to conquer my fears without all of you.

“The voice of nature loudly cries, and many a message from the skies, that something in us never dies.” –Robert Burns from his poem, “New Year’s Day” (1791) as shared by Wayne Dyer in his book, the Shift. “I used to be afraid of the dark until I learned that I am a light and the dark is afraid of me” – shared by Clare H. on Facebook “Do one thing everyday that scares you” – Baz Luhrman from his song, “Sunscreen” “The definition of freedom is being fearless.” – Nina Simone

Venue: Laughing Horse @ Moriarty’s (Cellar) (Venue 332), 161 Lothian Road, Edinburgh, EH3 9AA

Time: 3:00 pm (15:00) (Duration: 50 mins)

Dates: August 4-7, 9-14, 16-21, 23-28

Free Entry

For all press inquiries please contact: Olivia Rhee

email: [email protected]

Web: http://www.oliviarhee.tumblr.com

http://oliviarhee.weebly.com (for bio info)

Phone: (619) 606-0496 (in UK in August 2016): (07981) 010343

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