BSR_S10E07 - Aaron Pang - FALLING - A Disabled Love Story
In this episode of the Broad Street Review podcast, host Darnelle Radford speaks with Aaron Pang, a storyteller and performer whose production 'Falling, a Disabled Love Story' was featured in the 2025 Philly Fringe Festival. They discuss Aaron's multifaceted identity, his approach to storytelling, and the unique challenges and experiences of presenting disability in art. The conversation explores audience expectations, cultural differences in reception, and the importance of vulnerability in storytelling. Aaron shares insights from his experiences at the Edinburgh Festival and his aspirations for future performances.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Aaron Pang and Falling
02:41 Aaron's Identity and Storytelling Style
05:32 The Creative Process Behind Falling
08:06 Audience Reception and Expectations
11:02 Challenging Ableism in Theater
13:53 The Role of Disability in Performance
16:38 Experiences at the Edinburgh Festival
19:22 Cultural Differences in Audience Reactions
22:09 Adapting Stories for International Audiences
25:00 The Importance of Vulnerability in Storytelling
27:27 Future Plans for Falling
30:24 What Artists Need to Shine
ABOUT AARON PANG
An Oakland native, Aaron Pang is just a guy telling stories to any one who will listen. A first generation child of Chinese immigrants, a choir boy, a tech guy, and a disabled person, Aaron hopes his stories will inspire others to embrace their multi-faceted identities.
ABOUT FALLING - A DISABLED LOVE STORY
One accident, two stories: one you’ve heard a thousand times, one you’ve never heard before. Falling is an uncomfortably sexy and hilariously vulnerable stumble through Aaron’s misadventures searching for love, lust, and life after disability.
Come to see if he falls on stage or if he falls in love!
Edinburgh Fringe 2025 Most Thought Provoking Show - The Scotsman
“sweet, sharp, and provocative.” - The Guardian
“an intelligent original.” - The Stage
“a tidal wave of good vibes” ★★★★★ - The Neurodivergence Review
“Bold, intimate, and constantly subverting our expectations” ★★★★★ - FringeReview
“stunning” ★★★★ - The List
“unmissable” ★★★★ - Theatre Weekly
“tender, intimate, and uncompromising... and very VERY funny” ★★★★ - Broadway Baby
★★★★ - EdFringe Review
★★★★ - Indiependent
★★★★ - ThreeWeeks
★★★★ - LondonTheatre1
★★★★ - The RealChrisparkle
EdFringe ‘25 - Brighton Fringe Excellence Award - RUNNER UP
EdFringe ‘25 - Birds of Paradise Exceptional Theatre Award - Shortlist
EdFringe ‘25 - NBC Writing Award - Shortlist
Hollywood Fringe ‘25 Top of Fringe - Nominee
Hollywood Fringe ‘25 Best Comedic Theater - Nominee
Hollywood Fringe ‘25 Movie Club Award - WINNER
FOR MORE INFORMATION: https://phillyfringe.org/events/falling-a-disabled-love-story/
