Drama Play: The Fate of April

Drama Play: The Fate of April

Come join us for an exciting day at Oakleigh Hall to witness the gripping performance of The Fate of April. Get ready to be transported into a world of mystery, love, and betrayal as the talented cast brings this captivating story to life on stage. Don't miss out on this unforgettable theatrical experience!

🔥 A Grand Historical Tragedy

Experience the intertwined fates of Xu Zhimo, China’s legendary romantic poet, and the three extraordinary women in his life. A powerful mix of Eastern passion and Western-inspired ideals. 🔥 Three Women, Three Fates

– A compelling tale of love, betrayal, and self-discovery: - Lu Xiaoman, A glamorous socialite trapped in addiction. - Zhang Youyi , A former wife who rebuilt her life as a business tycoon. - Lin Huiyin , A visionary architect carrying the burden of an unspoken love. 🔥 A Visual and Poetic Spectacle

Featuring modern dance, Xu Zhimo’s famous poetry (Saying Goodbye to Cambridge Again)

On a stormy morning in 1931, Xu Zhimo boards a free postal flight to attend Lin Huiyin’s lecture in Beijing—a journey that ends in tragedy. His sudden death forces the three women in his life to confront their pasts: - Lu Xiaoman , Once Shanghai’s queen of nightlife, now lost in opium and regret. - Zhang Youyi ,His ex-wife, now a powerful banker, torn between resentment and lingering emotions. - Lin Huiyin ,A pioneering scholar whose achievements are overshadowed by guilt over Xu’s final journey.

“He wrote the greatest love poems of his time— but the women paid the price.” “Three women, one tragedy. When the poet falls, the revolution begins.”

The performance theater completely restores the old Shanghai of 100 years ago, giving you a completely immersive experience.

Why You Should Watch ✔ A powerful mix of romance and feminist awakening in turbulent times. ✔ East-meets-West aesthetics ,A blend of 1930s Shanghai glamour and modern physical theatre. ✔ Timeless themes , Love, ambition, and the sacrifices of artistic genius.

English and Chinese subtitles provided.

Cast & Crew - Director & Writer:David Tao Zhao - Producer:Zhang Ye - Stage Manager:Wendy Tao - Stage Art Director:Effee Chen

Actors: - Lu Xiaoman: Wu Xiaoxi - Xiaofeng: Amanda - Lu’s Mother: Guo Honghong - Zhang Youyi:Wang Hong - Xu Zhimo’s Father:Gao Mei - Lin Huiyin:Effee Chen - Liang Sicheng:Tao Zhao - Xu Zhimo:Zhang Ye - Pilot:Jacky

Special thanks to the assisting organization: CPCA