— After captivating audiences with two sold-out seasons at Bobo KL, award-winning filmmaker, actor and storyteller Gavin Yap returns with FORK IT: One Man’s Journey Through Food & Memories, making its biggest outing yet at the Jeffrey Cheah Performing Arts Centre (JCPAC) from 11–13 September 2026.
Presented by JCPAC, produced by Superbear Productions, FORK IT is more than a one-man show. It is a deeply personal yet unmistakably Malaysian story that explores how food becomes the thread connecting family, identity, heritage and memory.
For Gavin, every meal tells a story. Some are joyful. Others bittersweet.
Together, they form a theatrical journey that reminds audiences of something profoundly familiar, that every Malaysian, regardless of race, culture or background, has a story that begins around a table.
Blending humour with vulnerability, FORK IT follows Gavin’s experiences growing up as a mixed Chinese-English Malaysian, navigating questions of identity, belonging and family through the universal language of food. What begins as one man’s memories gradually becomes a reflection of our own.
“Food is never just food,” says Gavin Yap.
“Every dish carries a memory. Every family has recipes that hold stories, traditions and people we never forget. I wanted to create a show that reminds us that while our backgrounds may be different, the table is where we laugh, argue, celebrate, heal and ultimately find each other.”
Originally staged at the intimate Bobo KL in 2024 and 2025, FORK IT quickly built a loyal following. Its move to JCPAC marks an exciting new chapter, allowing a wider audience to experience one of Malaysia’s most distinctive original theatre works.
Written by Gavin Yap and Honey Ahmad, the production strips theatre back to its essentials: one performer, one stage and a lifetime of stories. Through sharp writing, expressive performance and evocative staging, FORK IT seamlessly shifts between comedy and poignant reflection, proving that the most powerful stories are often the most personal.
The production also reflects the growing strength of original Malaysian storytelling, stories rooted not in spectacle, but in authenticity. In a multicultural nation where food is one of the few experiences shared across every community, FORK IT invites audiences to recognise themselves in one another through the simple act of sharing a meal.
Whether it is the smell of a favourite childhood dish, a festive family gathering, or the comfort of a late-night supper, FORK IT celebrates the moments that shape who we are and reminds us that food is more than sustenance… it is memory, identity and home.
Performance Details:
Show: FORK IT: One Man’s Journey Through Food & Memories
Venue:
Jeffrey Cheah Performing Arts Centre (JCPAC)
Dates:
11–13 September 2026
Time:
8:30PM/ 3:00PM
Tickets:
Available at www.cloudjoi.com
Ticket Link:
https://www.cloudjoi.com/shows/7182-fork-it-one-mans-journey-through-food-amp-memories
Duration:
75 minutes without intermission
Doors Open:
15 minutes before the event
Dress Code:
Smart Casual
Written by:
Gavin Yap & Honey Ahmad
Performed by:
Gavin Yap
About Gavin Yap:
Gavin Yap is an award-winning Malaysian filmmaker and actor whose work spans theatre, television and film.
As an actor, he has graced the stage and screen in numerous regional productions, including “The Fifth Floor,” “The Bridge,” “Lion Mums Season 3, ” “Invisible Stories,” “Last Madame: Sisters Of The Night, and most recently, the second season of “Spy”.
Yap’s collaboration with Singaporean filmmaker Glen Goei on “Revenge Of The Pontianak” garnered further international recognition.
Currently, the film is available globally on Netflix. His directorial effort, “Geng Kubur” premiered at the Ho Chi Minh City International Film Festival and found its home on Netflix SEA after its theatrical release in Malaysia.
Don’t miss this opportunity to experience Gavin Yap’s unique storytelling and culinary-infused humor live!
About Superbear Productions
Superbear Productions is an independent Malaysian production company dedicated to creating original stories for stage and screen. Through bold, authentic storytelling, the company seeks to celebrate Malaysian voices, foster cultural conversations and connect audiences through meaningful theatrical experiences.
Link: https://www.instagram.com/superbear_productions/
About the Jeffrey Cheah Performing Arts Centre
The Jeffrey Cheah Performing Arts Centre (JCPAC) is a landmark, purpose-built performing arts venue in Sunway City Kuala Lumpur.
Envisioned as one of Southeast Asia’s foremost cultural institutions, it was established by Sunway Group to serve as a dedicated home for the performing arts.
Situated within Sunway Square, JCPAC features two signature spaces: The Grand Theatre, a 1,200seat auditorium equipped with Malaysia’s first Active Acoustic system, and The Studio, an intimate 150seat performance space designed for versatility and innovation.
With a programme spanning Malaysian and international productions, JCPAC brings worldclass performances to local audiences while offering a platform for Malaysian talent to engage with the global stage.
Named in honour of Sunway Group founder and chairman Tan Sri Sir Dr. Jeffrey Cheah KBE AO, JCPAC reflects his conviction that the arts and humanities are essential to a wellrounded education and a vital pillar of the dynamic ecosystem in Sunway City Kuala Lumpur.
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