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Susan Soon He Stanton

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Playwright + tv & screenwriter from Hawai’i. Lives in NYC. Succession, Dead Ringers, Vladimir.

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In partnership with the @pifilmfestnyc and @peakpasifika, ICAN Talks goes to New York with two accomplished storytellers whose work continues to expand across film, television, theater, and beyond: award-winning writer-producer @susansoonhe and writer-director and PEAK co-founder @dledouxm. Together, they reflect on their distinct career paths, what landing that first job can unlock, the endurance behind the myth of “overnight success,” and how Hawaiʻi and Pacific Island communities continue to show up for one another. Out now, link in bio.

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A behind-the-scenes look at the upcoming ICAN Talks podcast, set in New York City, featuring writer @susansoonhe and writer-director @dledouxm. Two accomplished storytellers. Two distinct journeys. One conversation about NHPI representation, finding your voice, and bringing stories from page to screen. Out Friday. Produced by @charlieprescott @justinkalaniburbage @kainoakaeha @3admedia @jacksoninkmedia @lindsayyywatson @michael.t.alisa @humblesandwich

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Leaving Montréal feeling grateful and fulfilled!🙏🏻 Thank you to everyone who made this adventure so special and unforgettable. Until next time!🇨🇦

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What an extraordinary evening at @operademontreal for Nessun Dorma, a beautiful celebration of Michel Beaulac, Zhao-Ionescu Family – Artistic Director, and his more than twenty years of dedication, passion and artistic leadership at the company. It was a great honour and pleasure to be part of this very special evening, surrounded by so many wonderful artists, colleagues, friends and supporters of Opéra de Montréal.

A heartfelt thank you to Michel Beaulac, Jean-Pierre Primiani, General Director of Opéra de Montréal, @voisinfabienne, Director of the @orchestre_metropolitain, and the entire Opéra de Montréal team for having me and for making this evening so memorable. It has been a real pleasure to be part of this production of Turandot and to experience such a warm welcome in Montréal.

And a special thank you to @tamphotomoto for capturing these moments so beautifully and preserving the atmosphere of this unforgettable evening through your photographs.📸

Tomorrow, we return to the Salle Wilfrid-Pelletier for the final performance of Puccini’s Turandot at 2:00 PM — SOLD OUT! I look forward to sharing this last performance with our wonderful cast, the Opéra de Montréal Chorus and the Orchestre Métropolitain.
See you for the final Turandot!

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Comment imaginer une nouvelle fin pour un opéra aussi emblématique que Turandot?
Pour cette nouvelle fin, le compositeur Christopher Tin et la librettiste Susan Soon He Stanton ont uni leurs univers pour donner une nouvelle voix à l’histoire de Turandot.
Ils répondent à quelques questions sur leur collaboration autour de cette nouvelle fin. 👀
Turandot est actuellement présenté à la Salle Wilfrid-Pelletier!
📅 Mardi 29 septembre — 19 h 30
📅 Jeudi 1er octobre — 19 h 30
📅 Dimanche 4 octobre — 14 h

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How do you imagine a new ending for an opera as iconic as Turandot?
For this new ending, composer Christopher Tin and librettist Susan Soon He Stanton brought their creative worlds together to give a new voice to Turandot’s story.
They answer a few questions about their collaboration on this new ending. 👀
Turandot is currently being performed at Salle Wilfrid-Pelletier!
📅 Tuesday, September 29 — 7:30 p.m.
📅 Thursday, October 1 — 7:30 p.m.
📅 Sunday, October 4 — 2 p.m.

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Aloha everyone, @11aurenluke again :D Here are some snippets from the PIFF closing night gala, in conversation with three incredible filmmakers: Dana Ledoux Miller (Moana 2), Lindsay Watson (What We Carry), and Susan Soon He Stanton (Succession). Three sparkly wāhine of Pacific Island filmmaking.

Every bit of their wisdom was gold. I, for one, want to hear everything they have to say. Luckily, their art is out in the world, beloved by many and there for all of us to appreciate and admire.

Thank you for leading the way ⭐️ @susansoonhe @dledouxm @lindsayyywatson 🩷🩵🧡💛💚💜

This was so special to witness.

“I’m Every Sparkly Woman” by Ana Roxanne

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No matter what background you come from, you deserve the right to tell your own story.

That's why my experience this weekend attending both the @pifilmfestnyc gala in NYC and @urbanfest360 in Orlando felt so profound. There's no individual solution to getting the resources underrepresented filmmakers need to tell their stories. @film4goodfund knows that we need all these organizations, festivals, and partners to support authentic storytelling — an ecosystem.

In specific, niche culturally-relevant narrative film, we see the universal — experiences we can all relate to and appreciate. We also see stories that can change hearts and minds at scale. There's a need for Pacific Islander film festivals that bring global audiences to celebrate great storytelling. There's a need for Black film festivals that do the same (in many locations and many iterations). There's room for all of it — the economic empowerment, the support of local businesses, the elevation of different cultures, and career advancement opportunities. And we, the audience, benefit from having so many chances to engage.

As I reflect on this weekend, I feel gratitude for the organizers, volunteers, and sponsors that bring these events to life and build these platforms for storytellers.

When connecting with leaders looking to build solutions and create lasting impact at the @clintonglobal this week, underrepresented filmmakers and storytellers will be at the forefront for me. 🙏🏾 #CGI2026

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So grateful to @icanintl for alowing me to attend @pifilmfestnyc.

Can’t wait for tonight’s panel with @susansoonhe, @dledouxm, and @lindsayyywatson 🙌🏽

@lin_manuel So close yet so far! Absolute pandemonium if you are able to link up but if not then next time!! Sorry for the late notice! 🤎🤙🏽

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What a night of family, friends, bubbs and in general my some of my favorite high functioning psychopaths. Love you all past the moon and thank you for an epic bday send 🫧🫧🫧

Daisy Sunglasses Gang Gang ✨✨✨

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Happy Birthday to Japanese superstar Akihiro Nishino. @japanesehandsome what a singular joy to work with you to build Chimney Town for the Broadway stage and for audiences throughout the world. Broadway is better because you are in it.#HappyBirthday #ChimneyTowntheMusical #poupelleofchimneytown

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WHAT A WEEK! I could not be prouder to be a Native (Boogie Down) New Yorker. Still reeling from the Tony’s and the biggest comeback in NBA history.

NYC: Home of Broadway and the 2026 NBA champions NY KNICKS.

TONY AWARDS 2026
Part II: Celebrate

@johnleguizamo @willdavisdirects @cryssielovelove @susansoonhe @janecoxlight #richardthomas @kaylicarter @jeenayi @cryssielovelove @brandonjdirden @timmarshall212 @stewarttalentnewyork @susannah.flood @mslachanze #evancabnet @silverleigh @cyd5000 @iamkennyleon @arianmoayed #leardebessonet @jack_noseworthy @karleefomo @arianmoayed @mtc_nyc @lctheater @2stnyc @thetonyawards
📸Slides 1, 2, 20 @coreyrivesvisualart
📸Slides 16, 18 @gallerybygeve

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