FOLLOW THE LEADER Makes World Premiere At Triskelion Arts 2/2

This February, FOLLOW THE LEADER, an evening of short plays inspired by the theme of cults will receive its world premiere from February 2nd to February 25th at Triskelion Arts in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. In FOLLOW THE LEADER, the topic of cults and cult life is examined from multiple perspectives, including the worlds of high-school, personal training, online fantasy communities, parenting, competitive gymnastics, and even "the elements."

Presented by Panicked Productions, FOLLOW THE LEADER will be directed by Rob Egginton and the cast will feature Kirsten Benjamin, Andrew Broussard, David Fierro, Aida Leguizamon, Jacob Mondry and Brigitte Thieme-Burdette. The production will include seven original plays by four playwrights; Erin Austin, Glenn De Kler, Rob Egginton and Eli Sands:

"Inside" offers a glimpse into a cult-like society where people are just numbers who surrender all personal attachments to the world outside…but what happens when the bond between two sisters puts this crazy society's order to the test?

In "Replacing the Hendersons" a lonely and slightly psychotic couple attempts to get to know their new neighbors (with deadly consequences).

"The Second Life" centers on peer pressure faced by two members in an online fantasy community.

In "Fat Jesus" a personal trainer introduces his new client to the joys of fitness, but muscles aren't the only thing getting whipped into shape as he learns his client may be the infamous leader of a local cult.

"Gymnastics Class" centers on two mothers who, while watching their daughters' practice, discuss the importance of sticking with the discipline of Gymnastics, no matter how difficult it may seem.

In "What's On My Mind?" a High School misfit tormented by a bully is a star and leader in his own imagination.

In "Across New Universe" elements in the "Pre-Bang" universe discuss their fears about ascending into a new world.

FOLLOW THE LEADER will run from February 2nd thru February 25th at Triskelion Arts in Williamsburg (118 North 11th Street, Brooklyn, NY) with 8:30pm performances Thursday-Saturday. Tickets, priced at $18, can be purchased online at www.OvationTix.com or by phone at 866-811-4111. For more information on FOLLOW THE LEADER, visit www.PanickedProductions.com.

Panicked Productions is a Williamsburg, Brooklyn based non-profit organization founded in 2005, with a mission to provide a home where emerging theater artists can develop and share their work. Guided by the principles of accessibility and opportunity--from writers to actors to directors to designers--we are committed to seeking out and cultivating the next generation of indie theater artists.

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