Photo Flash: First Look at MY NAME IS ASHER LEV at Mad Cow Theatre

MY NAME IS ASHER LEV runs now through Dec. 6, 2015 in the Zehngebot-Stonerock Theatre as the second production of Mad Cow Theatre's Season 19. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!

A powerful adaptation of Chaim Potok's critically acclaimed novel, MY NAME IS ASHER LEV chronicles a young painting prodigy growing up in a Hasidic community. Set in post-WWII Brooklyn, young Asher's story unfolds against a backdrop of tradition and faith. When his art comes into conflict with his religious identity, Asher must choose between family and purpose. A story of growth and perseverance, Aaron Posner's adaptation of this modern classic is a touching examination of the artist's journey.

The cast of MY NAME IS ASHER LEV features Brian Brightman* (Dinner With Friends, The Philadelphia Story) as the Men, and Mad Cow newcomers Sara Oliva* as the Women and Michael Frishman* as Asher Lev.

Director Mark Edward Smith (James Joyce's The Dead, The History Boys) continues his long association with Mad Cow Theatre with his staging of MY NAME IS ASHER LEV. Scenic design is by Rob Wolin, lighting design is by Eric Haugen, sound design is by Waylon Lemasters, costume design is by Charlie Nebe, and props are by Lisa Buck.

My Name is Asher Lev runs now through Dec. 6, 2015 in the Zehngebot-Stonerock at Mad Cow Theatre, 54 West Church Street (second floor) in downtown Orlando. All performances begin at 8:00 p.m. on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays and at 3:00 p.m. on Sundays. Adult tickets are $38. Pay-what-you-wish tickets can be reserved in advance for $18. Tickets are available online at madcowtheatre.com or by calling the Mad Cow Theatre box office at 407-297-8788 ext. 1.

Photo Credit: Tom Hurst