903 Stage Play 'Shishishizizhuan'

Program Overview

What does it take for a life to be considered 'epic' enough to warrant an autobiography? Or perhaps, even a life that feels like 'crap' is worth writing down in an 'epic' autobiography of its own?

This play invites you to a dusty, forgotten bookstore on the city's edge—a sanctuary for the lost souls who have nowhere else to go. Here, among the shelves, visitors seek answers to the questions life has left unanswered. Each guest represents a distinct chapter in an unfolding story: an unwed mother, a hopeless romantic, and those struggling with their origins—everyone is peeling back the layers of their dusty pasts.

Then comes a fading pop star, someone who has never been a reader, stepping into this space with hidden intentions. Her ignorance and confusion clash with the wisdom of the bookstore owner and the weight of the stories surrounding them. Faced with great literature and raw, unfiltered human experiences, what will be written on her final page?

Highlights

• Profound Humanity: A theatrical exploration of what constitutes a 'successful' or 'valuable' life, challenging common societal perceptions.
• Star-Studded Cast: Presented by CR Production, featuring heavyweights like Elsie Lui, Ling Man-lung, and Donald Tong, guaranteeing an emotionally charged performance.
• Unique Perspective: The play uses the witty wordplay of 'Shishishizizhuan' (Epic Autobiography vs. Crap Poetry) to deliver a message that is both dark, humorous, and deeply touching.

Creative Team

• Director: Kwok Tsui-yi
• Playwright: Elsie Lui
• Producer: Chow Yee
• Cast: Elsie Lui, Ling Man-lung, Donald Tong, Chiu Yi-yi, Chung Hiu-ki

Ticketing Information

• Prices: HKD 780, 650
• Ticketing: Available via art-mate online platform.
• Enquiries: 2339 4845 / productions@crp.com.hk
• Notes: For wheelchair seating or wheelchair attendant seats, please contact CR Production at 2339 4845 before purchasing.