Synopsis

The true story of John Merrick, an outcast suffering from a disfiguring disease. Rescued from a freak show by a kind doctor, Merrick is cared for and introduced to the voyeuristic circles of polite society. As the doctor strives to help his patient regain his dignity and to make him feel “normal,” Merrick’s desire to fit in is complicated when his abnormalities elevate him to celebrity status.

Watch & Listen

  1. The Elephant Man In Production

    The Elephant Man In Production

  2. The Elephant Man In Rehearsal

    The Elephant Man In Rehearsal

Cast & Artists

The Artists

  • Author: Bernard Pomerance
  • Directed by: Sean Graney
  • Scenic Design: Marcus Stephens
  • Costume Design: Alison Siple
  • Lighting Design: Keith Parham
  • Sound Design: Kevin O'Donnell
  • Stage Manager: Shelia Schmidt
  • Dramaturg: Libby Ford

Program Articles

Finding a Way In

Associate Artistic Director David New interviews The Elephant Man actor Michael Patrick Thornton

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