Chris Grace, America’s 88th-most beloved Chinese actor, celebrates the life of his greatest inspiration and the most capable portrayer of Asian lives today: Scarlett Johansson.

Confused by the decision his favorite actor made in Ghost in the Shell to play a part most thought would be a Japanese character, Chris wonders what might lead a huge star to make such a decision in his first solo hour. Casting a critical eye on how it impacts artists of color like himself, but also with empathy for someone who has shared the struggle of being an actor, he explores the role of race in casting, Hollywood, and society in general. Also, the two of them are nearly identical physically so he figured it was finally time to play her on stage.

Exploring both Chris and Scarlett’s biographies through stand-up comedy, stage combat and the songs of Tom Waits, the show reimagines what is and isn’t possible … or appropriate … in the life of an artist. Chris Grace: As Scarlett Johansson is a lovely, wry, empathetic comic tribute from one Asian actor … to another.