Chris Grace: As Scarlett Johansson

Family Theater

Chris Grace, Jerry from NBC’s Superstore and “America’s 88th-most beloved Chinese actor” (his own words), celebrates the life of the greatest Asian-American actor of all time: Scarlett Johansson. Inspired by the actress’s infamous starring role in the 2017 Ghost in the Shell, Chris Grace: As Scarlett Johansson reimagines what is and isn’t possible—or appropriate—in the life of an artist.

Jul. 11 - 13, 2025

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On the left, Chris Grace is holding a microphone and wearing a blue long sleeve t-shirt against a blue background. On the right, Chris Grace is in a Black Widow costume with a red wig and leather zip up suit. He holds a silver weapon in both hands and is against a red backdrop.

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Chris Grace, Jerry from NBC’s Superstore and “America’s 88th-most beloved Chinese actor” (his own words), celebrates the life of the greatest Asian-American actor of all time: Scarlett Johansson. Inspired by the actress’s infamous starring role in the 2017 Ghost in the Shell, Chris Grace: As Scarlett Johansson ponders the relationship between art and identity in a uniquely deadpan and intricate way. Exploring both actors’ biographies through stand-up comedy, stage combat, and the songs of Tom Waits, this show reimagines what is and isn’t possible—or appropriate—in the life of an artist.

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