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Blue Blind is a groundbreaking contemporary musical inspired by the beloved Korean folktale Shimcheongjeon. Reimagined through a modern lens, the production blends East and West, tradition and innovation, to deliver a strikingly original theatrical experience.
With a score that fuses Pansori and opera, Korean folk music and rock, Blue Blind transcends the boundaries of genre and culture. At its heart stands a redefined Shimcheong—not a passive figure of sacrifice, but a modern woman of agency, determination, and resilience, whose story speaks powerfully to today’s audiences.
First produced in Korea by acclaimed actress and producer Hae-mee Park, the work was later invited to New York, where it made its Off-Broadway debut. Now returning in concert form, Blue Blind continues its journey as a bold exploration of love, sacrifice, and the human spirit.
Enhancing the experience is a thrilling Taekwondo performance, offering audiences an unforgettable glimpse into Korean culture while showcasing the transformative power of music and theatre across borders.
Written by Heui Moon, Refined by Hae-mee Park, Music by Sang-Gu Kang, Arranged by Sara Maeng & Ji-Man Park, Narration Rap Co-Lyricist: Keven Kareem
Directed and Produced by Hae-mee Park
Co-Producer: Bomi Yim
Assistant Director/Stage Manager: Joyce Ha Yon Kim
Martial art (Taekwondo) Director: Giduk Gun & Anna YS Ahn
Hair and Make-up: Jane Cho/ CEO of Jane Everwell
Script Translation Supervisor Keven Kareem
Cast:
Bethany Lauren James (Penny)
Evan Smith (Monk)
Keven Kareem (Narrator/Raper)
Kwang Min Lee (Simcheon’s Father)
Sue Hee hong (Simcheog)
Isaac Lee (Youna 11/28,11/29,/11/30)
Gen Parton-Shin (Youna 12/2,12/3,12/4)
Taekwondo performer:
Eric Gun
Yoojin Ko

Bomi Yim - Founder, producer, and director of BOM Theater Company, is also an
accomplished actress with extensive experience on Off-Broadway stages as well as in television,film, and commercials

Grand Master Anna YS Ahn - Korean National Women's Champion Kukkiwon Certified 8th Degree 40+ years of Taekwondo expertise,
Founder & Owner of Ahn's Taekwondo Group (NJ & NYC), WT VIP Delegate, 2016 Rio Olympics, USA National Women's Sparring Team

Grand Master Giduk Gun - 7th Degree Black Belt, Current USA Taekwondo National Team Poomsae Coach, Recipient of 25 Best Coach Awards at World Taekwondo, USATKD, and Pan American Taekwondo Union Events, 4X Korean National Champion

Bethany Lauren James — Award-winning TV, film, theater, and voiceover actress best known for her lead role in The Follower (Amazon). TV credits include The Blacklist, Blue Bloods, FBI: Most Wanted, The Deuce, and A Wilderness of Error. A Hartt School BFA alum, Bethany has starred in Man of La Mancha and The Cottage.

Evan Michael Smith — Award-winning actor, singer, and storyteller with credits spanning Broadway, national tours, film, and international festivals. A Wagner College and Gaiety School of Acting alum, Evan is known for his powerful stage presence and acclaimed performances in Fired, The Waiting, Antonio, and A Bit Too Much Hair. Follow him on Instagram: @The_Evan_Michael_Smith.

Keven Kareem — NYC-based actor, rapper, and poet. An original Blueblind cast member, he made his off-Broadway debut in the show. A UConn alum (B.A. in Dramaturgy), Keven blends his roots in boxing, dance, and spoken word—having performed alongside artists like Lupe Fiasco, Busta Rhymes, and Lemon Anderson.

Kwang Min Lee — Korean American actor based in NYC. Film credits include Sunrise Sunset (BAMcinemaFest selection), Bowne Street, A Room, and The Imprudence. Theater credits include Comfort Women: A New Off-Broadway Musical and The Missing Piece.

Sue Hee Hong — South Korean performer based in NYC. She holds a B.M. in Classical Voice from Seoul National University and an M.M. in Voice Performance (Music Theatre) from NYU Steinhardt. Stage credits include The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, Street Scene, Titanic, and Die Fledermaus, with workshops for Nancy Drew and the Spotlight Manor and Blue Blind.

Isaac Lee — South Korean musical actor based in New York. Roles include Jonathan (u/s) and Jack in Dracula, Lerner in Don’t Pitch It, Do It, Orin in Myth, Saint-Exupéry in Saint-Exupéry, and ensemble in The Count of Monte Cristo and XCalibur. He has performed at 54 Below, The Green Room 42, and United Palace. A 2024 AMDA graduate, Isaac also holds a BFA in Vocal Music from Seoul National University and trained at the Daegu International Musical Festival (DIMF).

Gen Parton-Shin — Raised in England, Japan, and Korea. Off-Broadway credits include S.I.M.P.S. and U.S. productions such as Miss Saigon, Monte Cristo, and The History Boys. Japan credits include RENT, Next to Normal, Rocky Horror Show, and The Last Five Years. Seen on Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt and Hodo Buzz. Also a lyrical translator for 35MM, Poupelle of Chimney Town, and Allegiance.

Yoojin Ko — Graduate of Korea National Sport University with a major in Taekwondo. Former member of the KNSU Taekwondo Demonstration Team and Executive in the Athletic Department of the Korea Taekwondo Association (2021–2023). Gold medalist at the 2025 World Taekwondo Hanmadang in Anaheim.

Eric Gun — Six-time USA National Team member and four-time World Championship medalist. Starting Taekwondo at age two, he became the first U.S. junior male to win both Individual Recognized and Freestyle at the National Championships. With multiple national titles, Pan American golds, and MVP honors, Eric is among the top Poomsae athletes representing the United States today.









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