Acclaimed Actor Ins Choi Brings Kim's Convenience to LA Stage

The playwright and star of the hit Netflix series is headlining the play that inspired it at the Ahmanson Theatre.

Apr. 6, 2026 at 6:06pm

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Ins Choi, the acclaimed actor and playwright behind the hit Netflix series Kim's Convenience, is bringing the award-winning play that inspired the show to the Ahmanson Theatre in Los Angeles. The play, which runs from March 21 to April 19, offers a heartfelt and humorous look at a Korean family-run corner store, providing a window into the vibrant Korean-Canadian community.

Why it matters

Kim's Convenience has resonated with audiences worldwide, offering a rare depiction of the Asian immigrant experience. Choi's play, which premiered in 2011, predates the Netflix series and has been praised for its authentic portrayal of family dynamics and the challenges of running a small business. The Ahmanson production brings this acclaimed story to the heart of Los Angeles' Korean community.

The details

Choi stars in the Ahmanson Theatre production of Kim's Convenience, which he also wrote. The play follows the Kim family, who run a corner store in Toronto's Regent Park neighborhood. Through the family's interactions, the play explores themes of generational divides, cultural identity, and the sacrifices of entrepreneurship.

  • The play runs from March 21 to April 19, 2026 at the Ahmanson Theatre in Los Angeles.
  • The Netflix series Kim's Convenience, inspired by Choi's play, premiered in 2016 and ran for five seasons.

The players

Ins Choi

The playwright and star of the award-winning play Kim's Convenience, which inspired the hit Netflix series of the same name.

Kim's Convenience

The award-winning play by Ins Choi that premiered in 2011 and inspired the popular Netflix series of the same name, which ran for five seasons.

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What they’re saying

“Kim's Convenience offers a heartfelt and humorous look at the immigrant experience that resonates with audiences of all backgrounds.”

— Maggie, Radio Host

What’s next

Tickets for the Ahmanson Theatre production of Kim's Convenience are on sale now at centertheatregroup.org.

The takeaway

Ins Choi's play Kim's Convenience has found widespread success, first as an acclaimed stage production and then as a hit Netflix series. The Ahmanson Theatre's production brings this heartwarming story of family, community, and the immigrant experience to the heart of Los Angeles' vibrant Korean-American community.