.Gail Tsukiyama Discusses Anna May Wong at Kepler’s

Jun 21, 2023

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The Golden Age of Hollywood launched countless household names, but one of its more underappreciated stars is finding a new limelight. Anna May Wong was considered the first Chinese-American film star during her 40+ years in the business. She’s also the subject of Gail Tsukiyama’s latest book, The Brightest Star. In a creative presentation of history as fiction, Tsukiyama celebrates and honors Wong by examining her life and contributions to cinema history. At Kepler’s on Tuesday, Tsukiyama will be in conversation, discussing Anna May Wong and her book, alongside Kepler’s own Angie Coiro.

Gail Tsukiyama

Tue, 7pm, $15+

Kepler’s, Menlo Park

Gail talks about her book, “The Color of Air”

Grace Stetson

Born and raised in Sunnyvale, Grace Stetson is a freelance journalist and content strategist currently based in Santa Cruz. She mainly covers housing, development and homelessness for publications in Santa Cruz County, but additionally writes on arts and entertainment topics for publications across the greater Bay Area. When not working, you can find her at a local coffee shop, independent movie theater, or out on a hiking trail.