Who Am I This Time?

A small town setting centers on a vibrant community theatre scene, where the local troupe stages productions that attract both regulars and aspiring actors. The ambience is intimate, with backstage energy and close-knit social circles built around rehearsals and performances. The town’s identity becomes intertwined with the success and failures of its performers.

🧭 Identity

The story explores how people present themselves through roles and how performance can reveal or obscure their true selves. Harry’s shifting personas and Helene’s investment in a stage reality drive the characters toward self-discovery. The recurring question 'Who are we this time?' frames their evolving relationship and personal growth.

💘 Romance

Romantic connection grows from the tension between fantasy and reality, as love develops through staged performances and misread signals. Helene’s attraction to Harry's onstage persona collides with the vulnerability of his offstage self. The romance tests commitment and prompts vulnerable honesty.

🪄 Transformation

Performing different roles becomes a catalyst for change, turning a shy man into a confident partner and revealing the power of art to shape life. Each new character Harry embodies expands his emotional range and brings him closer to Helene. The process demonstrates how acting can unlock genuine intimacy.