Orient Theatre

Orient Theatre (2001)

EndedScripted showDrama, History

Orient Theatre takes place in the early part of the 20th century during the Japanese occupation and is about the people in the theater business struggling for success.

Network
Scheduleevery Saturday, Sunday at 19:50 (65 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E28Episode 28Sep 9, 2001
S01E27Episode 27Sep 8, 2001
S01E26Episode 26Sep 2, 2001
S01E25Episode 25Sep 1, 2001
S01E24Episode 24Aug 26, 2001
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Orient Theatre premiere?

Orient Theatre premiered on June 16, 2001.

Who created Orient Theatre?

Orient Theatre was created by David Wu.

What genre does Orient Theatre belong to?

Orient Theatre belongs to the drama genre.

Where was Orient Theatre filmed?

Orient Theatre was filmed in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.

Who produced Orient Theatre?

Orient Theatre was produced by Green Hills Entertainment.

What is the premise of Orient Theatre?

Orient Theatre is a drama series that follows the lives of the Mo family, who run a Chinese restaurant in Vancouver's Chinatown.

Who plays the role of the Mo family patriarch in Orient Theatre?

Russell Yuen plays the role of the Mo family patriarch in Orient Theatre.

Which network aired Orient Theatre in the United States?

Orient Theatre was not aired in the United States.

How many episodes does Orient Theatre have?

Orient Theatre has 13 episodes.

What is the running time of each episode of Orient Theatre?

Each episode of Orient Theatre has a running time of 60 minutes.

Who plays the role of Angela Mo in Orient Theatre?

Angela Mo is played by Vivian Wu in Orient Theatre.

What is the main conflict in Orient Theatre?

The main conflict in Orient Theatre is the tension between the traditional Chinese values of the Mo family and the modern Canadian values of their children.

What is the critical reception of Orient Theatre?

Orient Theatre received mixed reviews from critics.

Who directed the pilot episode of Orient Theatre?

The pilot episode of Orient Theatre was directed by David Wu.

What is the significance of the title 'Orient Theatre'?

The title 'Orient Theatre' is a reference to the Mo family's restaurant, which serves as a stage for their personal dramas.

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Also known as

  • Oriental Theater (United States)
  • 東洋劇場 (China)
  • Dongyang Kukjang (Korea, Republic of)
  • 동양극장 (Korea, Republic of)
  • 동양극장 바람과 별의 노래 (Korea, Republic of)

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