Kristina Wong influencing food; photo by Sally Blood.

Presented by ArtsEmerson
Written and performed by Kristina Wong
Directed by Jessica Hanna
Music directed by Howard Ho

Sept. 19 – 21, 2025
Robert J. Orchard Stage
Emerson Paramount Center
559 Washington St
Boston, MA 02111

Critique by Noe Kamelamela 

Content warning: food insecurity and the general chaos of 2025

BOSTON — I would rather hear a sad announcement in person. I also prefer to receive happy updates in person, face-to-face. If I have to absorb any kind of information regarding current events, I prefer the stylings of a comedian. Particularly, I want a comedian who knows they are not a journalist. I hope to experience two to five seconds of joy because it is 2025, and the current recession and situations are stressful enough. At least, laughing a little while facing a different, potentially new to me crisis, makes dealing with it more bearable.

Kristina Wong, #FoodBankInfluencer made good use of the bad news sandwich format. It contains horrifying truths to learn about and also uplifting sing-alongs to enjoy. It discusses histories of genocide, and it offers every audience member free food. Continue reading →