Raw in its emotionalism and bold in its theatricality,Falling in Time is set in Vancouver in 1994 and tells the story of four individuals, across two continents and over a span of more than forty years. The lives of these characters miraculously intertwine in Vancouver playwright C.E. Gatchalian's uncompromising meditation on war, masculinity, sexuality, personal boundaries, and love. Falling in Time asks the question, how do we let go?
featuring Manami Hara, Kevin Kraussler, Allan Morgan, and Nelson Wong
Stage Managed by Jethelo E. Calibete Set & Lighting Design by Itai Erdal Sound Design by Michael Rinaldi Costume & Props Design by Christopher David Gauthier Production Managers: Dani Feco & Kenji Maeda, Technical Director: Tim Furness, Set & Lighting Assistance: Mandi Lau, Fight Director: David Bloom, Media Relations: Kimberly Plumley, Web & Print Design: Seán Cummings, Research & Cultural Consulting: Jenny Ye Kyung Sung
Audience reaction to ‘Falling In Time’
“Marvellous!” - “Strong Performances!” - “Timeless” - “A powerful script” - “very memorable…I’m still thinking about it.” - “A handsome and powerful work” - “Was captivated, held, and it still hasn’t let go” - “Beautifully directed” - “left me completely speechless” - “An inspiring piece of writing.” - “Astounded at the depth and eloquence of the script”
“Before I saw this play, I thought I had no hope of representation on stage as anything more than either a curiosity or stereotype. Doomed to either being “exoticized” or rendered asexual, I didn’t think it was worth pursuing theatre – or any sort of performing art, really. Seeing real, visceral Asians on stage, portrayed with complexity, passion and purpose has re-awakened an interest in the arts for me.” – Allen Lim, marketing director, Vancouver, BC
“I am not a kung fu master. I am not a math nerd. I didn’t get accepted to MIT at seventeen. And yes, I have a penis. Thank you to Falling in Time for proving this on my behalf – and on behalf of gay Asians everywhere.” – Derrick Chang, graduate student, Burnaby, BC
“Falling in Time showed me that, as an aspiring musical theatre performer, I may not always be stuck with various parts in Miss Saigon.” – Felicia Yap, graduate student, Calgary, AB
"Nelson Wong, who plays Chang Hyun and Ju Cheol, is terrific. Wong delivers a humble, witty performance, and, in his hands, his characters feel as natural as breath.." - Colin Thomas, The Georgia Straight
Satellite Events:
Special Post-Show Talk: Thursday, November 10th, 10:30 pm with Don Wright, Executive Director of the BC Society for Male Survivors of Sexual Abuse
The Forgotten War:Dr. Steven Lee talks about the Korean War October 26, 7pm at the Vancouver Public Library (Central Branch)
The Korean War and its Aftermath: A Roundtable November 06, 630pm at Rhizome Cafe