Show Info For "Elephant Man, The"
| Title: Elephant Man, The | Show Type: Full Play / Musical |
| Theater Company: Goldenwest College Theater Arts | Venue: Goldenwest College Theater Arts |
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| Dates: 11/13/2026 - 11/22/2026 | Auditions Begin: 9/9/2026 |
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Description: 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. | |
Artists involved in the production of this show:
| Tom Amen- Director |