Passage – Yun Theatre @ 12th Avenue Arts (Seattle – Capitol Hill)
Can there be true friendship between people of different positions of power? Christopher Chen’s direct yet poetic language calls us to gather at the theatre and embark on a journey to Country X together as B (a local country X doctor) and F (an expat country Y teacher) begin to forge a friendship that is challenged after a fateful trip to a local attraction. The play is a meditation on how power imbalances affect personal and interpersonal dynamics across a spectrum of situations.
“Passage” serves as a profound medium in line with Yun Theatre’s mission — to ignite conversations on social issues and delve into the intersections of identity, power, and perception while confronting our deep ocean of wounds from generations. Featuring a diverse ensemble of multilingual artists, this production uniquely explores how the English language perpetuates oppression within colonial systems, adding a layer of critical discourse to the narrative.
General admission seating. Tickets are $35. See below for accessible pricing info.
*****
By Christopher Chen
Directed by Christie Zhao
Cast: Eloisa Cardona, Tina Deng, Zoe Ding, Josh Erme, Montse Garza, Jen-Ai Clinton, Levin Kim, Van Lang Pham, and Dan Ruiz Salvatura.
Run dates: opens 9/12, closing 9/28
Accessible show dates: Reduced price tickets ($25) available for all shows.
Venue accessibility info: Theatre & common areas are wheelchair accessible. Restrooms are multi-stall, with one single-stall gender-neutral restroom (requires key code).