Eric Potter directs this emotional powerhouse that focuses on a family torn apart by the effects of mental illness. The pop rock score is handled deftly by the voices of a stellar cast: Shannon Wollman, Darren McDonnell, Tom Burns, Chris Jehnert, Julia Capizzi, and Jim Baxter. Douglas Lawler provides the music direction. Next to Normal is one of the most produced new musicals across the country. It is devastatingly realistic; it touches the lives of all who have dealt with mental illness themselves or with loved ones. Due to subject matter, it is recommended for mature audiences only.
As part of Free Fall Baltimore, there will be a talk back session with representatives of NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) and the actors after the Sunday, October 21 performance. This discussion will focus on the issues presented in the play and the resources available to help cope with mental illnesses.
Vagabond Players, America’s Oldest Continuously Operating Little Theatre, is located in historic Fells Point at 806 S. Broadway.
For tickets or more information visit www.vagabondplayers.org.
Photo Credit: Tom Lauer
Darren McDonnell and Shannon Wollman
Darren McDonnell and Chris Jehnert
Julia Capizzi and Shannon Wollman
Tom Burns and Shannon Wollman
Darren McDonnell, Julia Capizzi, Chris Jehnert, Shannon Wollman
Shannon Wollman and Chris Jehnert
Chris Jehnert, Shannon Wollman, Darren McDonnell
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