We recently connected with Bin Bin Kuo and have shared our conversation below.

Bin Bin, looking forward to hearing all of your stories today. What’s been the most meaningful project you’ve worked on?

The most meaningful project I’ve worked on is my original solo performance, The Real T-Gaysian of NYC. It’s a one-person stage production that explores the lives of six gay Taiwanese characters living in New York City. Through a dynamic blend of live performance and pre-recorded video projections, the show takes audiences on a journey through the joys and struggles of these diverse and complex individuals. It offers a fresh, intimate perspective on the gay Taiwanese experience in New York—highlighting themes of identity, belonging, and the unique challenges that come with being both Asian and LGBTQ+ in today’s world.

This project has pushed me as an artist in every direction. It demanded emotional honesty, creative rigor, and the courage to tell my own story on my own terms. I collaborated with artists, directors, choreographers, and solo performance mentors to shape a show that is both deeply personal and widely relatable. The response from audiences has been overwhelming—people have laughed, cried, and told me they saw themselves in the characters I portrayed. That kind of connection is what fuels me as a performer and creator.

I’m currently planning to bring The Real T-Gaysian of NYC back to Manhattan in the near future. I’m excited to continue developing the piece, reaching new audiences, and using performance as a way to celebrate identity, challenge stereotypes, and invite others to see the world through a different lens. Stay tuned—there’s more to come.

Awesome – so before we get into the rest of our questions, can you briefly introduce yourself to our readers.

My name is Bin Bin Kuo, and I’m a Taiwanese actor, host, and performer based in New York City. I work across stage, screen, and solo performance, with a passion for telling bold, heartfelt stories that center queer and Asian identities. I believe in the power of storytelling to build empathy, spark dialogue, and create space for voices that are too often overlooked.

I began my career in Taiwan, where I appeared in more than 30 national TV commercials for major brands like Google, Samsung, Lay’s, and EVA Air. My television and film credits include Magic Showdown, Dolly House, My Goddess, The Village of No Return, and Fall in Love at First Kiss. After years of working in front of the camera, I moved to the U.S. to deepen my craft and earned my MFA in Contemporary Theatre and Performance from The New School in New York City.

The reason I became an actor is simple: I want to bring joy to people. Whether it’s making someone laugh, helping them feel seen, or giving them a moment of escape or reflection. I believe in the emotional power of performance. That joy, that connection, is what drives me in everything I do.

As a performer and creator, I offer more than just acting, I create original work that challenges stereotypes and celebrates intersectional identities. My latest solo show, The Real T-Gaysian of NYC, is a one-person stage production that tells the stories of six gay Taiwanese characters living in New York City. It’s a mix of live performance and multimedia storytelling, and it’s deeply personal, funny, and socially relevant. I’m currently developing plans to bring the show back to Manhattan in the near future.

What sets me apart is my ability to blend vulnerability with joy, humor with honesty, and cultural specificity with universal emotion. Whether I’m performing in a play, creating new work, or collaborating on film and television projects, I bring my full self—heart, skill, and a strong sense of purpose. I’m so grateful that my work has resonated with audiences, especially those who’ve shared that they felt seen and heard.

If there’s one thing I want people to take away from my work, it’s this: our stories matter. I’m here to entertain, yes—but more than that, I want to connect, to represent, and to create space for more authentic, inclusive storytelling.

For you, what’s the most rewarding aspect of being a creative?

For me, the most rewarding aspect of being an artist and actor is the opportunity to create meaningful connections with audiences, with collaborators, and with my own sense of purpose. There’s nothing more fulfilling than knowing a performance made someone feel seen, understood, or even just a little less alone.

As a performer, especially one who tells stories rooted in queer and Asian identities, I see firsthand how powerful representation can be. When someone comes up to me after a show and says, “That felt like my story,” or “I’ve never seen anyone talk about that on stage before,” it reminds me why I do this work. That emotional exchange—that moment of recognition—is incredibly powerful.

Art allows me to turn vulnerability into strength, and storytelling into a tool for empathy and healing. Whether I’m making someone laugh, sparking reflection, or simply offering a moment of joy, those moments of human connection are what make the creative journey so meaningful.

Have any books or other resources had a big impact on you?

One of the resources that has had a lasting impact on me is a video interview with Tom Hanks, where he shares the best advice he ever received: “Show up on time, know the text, and have an idea.” It’s simple, but it’s everything. Those three principles are now written on my wall, and I look at them every day as a reminder of what it means to be a professional actor and a good collaborator.

That quote has shaped the way I approach both my craft and my career. It reminds me that being reliable, prepared, and creatively engaged are not just expectations. They are acts of respect for the people you work with and the story you’re telling. Whether I’m on a set, in rehearsal, or producing my own work, I carry that mindset with me.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://binbinkuo.com
• Instagram: @binbin_kuo
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/binbinkuofans/
• Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@binbinkuo

Image Credits

Photography by Nathaniel Johnston: The Real T-Gaysian of NYC: The APEX Festival, conceived and written by Bin Bin Kuo. Bin Bin Kuo (Director), Grace Jeon (Costume Designer), Emmett Grosland (Scenic Designer), Roberto Esquenazi Alkabes (Lighting Designer), Sean Ramos (Sound Designer), Nora Immarino (Projections Designer), Jessica Dell Beni (Production Stage Manager), Lindsey Zinbarg (Stage Manager), Sydnee Davis (Stage Manager).

Photography by Nathaniel Johnston: Mr. Serapio’s Trial: The APEX Festival, written by Paul Arvisu Dumol. Giancarlo Abrahan (Director & Translator), Grace Jeon (Costume Designer), Emmett Grosland (Scenic Designer), Roberto Esquenazi Alkabes (Lighting Designer), Sean Ramos (Sound Designer), Nora Immarino (Projections Designer), Jessica Dell Beni (Production Stage Manager), Lindsey Zinbarg (Stage Manager), Sydnee Davis (Stage Manager).