| Description: Audition Dates: September 9, 2026 in Stage West Theater
Set in 19th century London and based on a true story, THE ELEPHANT MAN follows the tragic yet heroic journey of Joseph Merrick, a severely deformed young man subjected to a life of unimaginable cruelty and degradation. Discovered physically and emotionally abused in a wretched back-alley freakshow, Merrick is rescued by esteemed physician, Frederick Treves, who soon discovers an intelligent and sensitive soul hidden beneath a shockingly disfigured appearance. Yet despite his evolution from object of pity to fashionable curiosity in elite social circles, Merrick continues to grapple with his most daunting challenge – to be recognized as a man instead of a monster. Contrasting a world of exploitation, voyeurism, and hypocrisy with themes of dignity, compassion, and faith, THE ELEPHANT MAN is a timeless tale of what it means to be a human being.
Roles for 8 Men and 5 Women |