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Billy Chen 

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Adam Szymkowicz's Hearts Like Planets, a sequel to his Hearts Like Fists, had its premiere from November 11-13, 2023 at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts. In this noir styled comedy, we follow Henry Hardnose, a reporter recounting the events of the last world ending threat. Along side him is super-heroin Magpie, and together they take to the streets of New York City to uncover the truth behind the gigantic orb threatening the world, along with fighting the earthly threat of Doctor X. This comic book styled comedy is an action packed, heartfelt, musical, spectacle unlike any other before. What would you do if the world was ending?

Originating the role of Henry Hardnose in Hearts Like Planets, I had the experience and freedom to mold this character to any shape it wants to be. From a noir-reporter accent to an original musical number of You Melt Hearts, Henry is a down to earth, humble, adventurous, and determined truth seeker. He is willing to put himself in uncompromising situations if its after the truth. Henry takes us on his journey yet, he also gets an insight on everyone else's journey. He is our "narrator hero" in this story. We follow his journey of finding the truth and unexpectedly, love. His quirky antics caught the eye of super-heroin Magpie and the two ended their story with more to live for than ever.

Hearts Like Planets

By Adam Szymkowicz

Directed By Alberto Bonilla

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