Falling: A Disabled Love Story

Aaron walks with a cane, and everyone asks 'what happened?'. Aaron answers the question twice, first with a story you've heard a thousand times, and then with one you've never heard before. Faced with a spinal-cord injury, follow Aaron's journey to understand this new body in the uncertain world of first loves, online dating and sex. The show untangles his own understanding of his body and the stories he tells himself. Falling is an uncomfortably sexy and hilariously vulnerable stumble through Aaron's misadventures searching for love, lust and life after disability.

Directed by Connie Chen, this production knows exactly what it's doing—and does it with style. The direction is clean, confident, and purposeful, with no wasted moments. It’s clear Chen and Pang are on the same creative wavelength, and the result is a show that feels both polished and personal.

Written and performed by Aaron Pang, the piece explores the gap between perception and reality when it comes to disability—what people think they know vs. what life is actually like. It’s delivered with charm, sharp wit, and a disarming honesty that draws you in immediately. Pang doesn’t just tell you his story—he invites you to reflect on your own assumptions, and that invitation lands hard. There are moments of stillness, intentional pauses where the show gives you space to think—and it’s in those quiet beats that some of the biggest emotional punches land.

One particularly fun touch is the use of video, especially the cheeky dating profile at the start. It’s a great ice breaker and sets a relaxed, personable tone. That said, the concept feels a little underused—after the initial laugh and intrigue, it’s quickly dropped. It’s a strong idea that could’ve had more payoff if threaded through the narrative a bit more, but it’s still a clever way to open the show and win the audience over.

In short, this is a thoughtful, funny, and smartly crafted solo show that leaves you with plenty to think about—long after the final bow. Pang’s storytelling is both deeply personal and widely relatable, and the show has a kind of quiet power that sneaks up on you. A strong piece of theatre with heart, purpose, and a whole lot of personality.