Be water, my friend - a dark comedic one-woman show
A spirited young Chinese girl pursues her acting dreams in the enigmatic world of the British acting industry. Unbeknown to her parents, she dives into rigorous preparations for a pivotal audition. Just as she is about to unveil her carefully crafted performance, an unexpected event unfolds, altering the course of her destiny.
Join us for a dark comedic solo performance.
PERFORMANCES
20:00
Wednesday 14 February 2024
The Spacement at The Glitch
Tuesday 13 February 2024
20:00
The Spacement at The Glitch
The Spacement at The Glitch
ADDITIONAL INFO
Access features:
No Step-free Access
Age guidance:
15+
Running time:
60 minutes
Festival strand:
Theatre & Performance
Funny, Gripping, Thought Provoking, Interactive
This play addresses sensitive and potentially distressing themes. It explores experiences of racism, stereotypes, culture shock, family dynamics, the COVID-19 pandemic, and the rise of anti-Asian hatred. The narrative includes discussions and depictions of violence.
ABOUT THE ARTISTS:
Chenxing Liu
Chenxing Liu (she/her), a dynamic performer and artist, has rapidly become a notable figure in the performing arts. A graduate of the University of Queensland with a BA in Major Drama, she's currently excelling at King's College London, pursuing an MA in Theatre and Performance Studies and poised to graduate with distinction. Honoured with the Change Award for her exceptional academic and artistic contributions, Chenxing’s journey is marked by her unwavering dedication and talent.
Trained in China and at London's Generation Arts and Theatre Peckham, she brings a unique perspective to her theatrical performances, acclaimed for their depth and authenticity. Chenxing's artistic reach extends beyond acting into the realms of visual art, showcased in several galleries, and the diverse world of film and modelling, where she has made significant contributions.
Her commitment to the arts transcends her personal achievements; she has founded a non-profit theatre organisation, focusing on workshops for international students, thereby fostering new talent and encouraging cultural exchange.
Chenxing Liu stands out as a multifaceted artist, blending educational excellence with a passion for community-building in the arts.
Lilli Lehmann (she/they) is a London-based producer with a background in theatre design and recipient of the André Ptaszynski Prize for Producing. With her production company TO Entertainment, Lilli specialises in the weird and unexpected to cater for excitement-driven and open audiences who seek connections. From devised, new writing to interdisciplinary work, and a passion for queer stories, Lilli’s productions ask questions, and celebrate the multi-faceted world we live in. Past work includes Your Christmas Carol Experience (The Space), eNBy City (Theatre Deli), Rain Weaver (Backstage Theatre), How to get to Eudemonia (Backstage Theatre), Der Fisch, der die Lüfte beherrschte (Theater Konstanz, Germany).
PRESS & REVIEWS
CAST & CREATIVE CREDITS:
Actor/Writer: CHENXING LIU
Director: YA LUCIA KANG
Designer: YINBO YAO
Dramaturg: HAYLEY WEN
Producer: LILLI LEHMANN
A Pinch of VAULT is a festival of brand new and work-in-progress performance. Shows will be at varying stages of development, including rehearsed readings with script in hand, first time on its feet or semi-staged.