THE ELEPHANT MAN Opens 3/25 at Masquers Playhouse

The Elephant Man by Bernard Pomerance opens March 25 at Masquers Playhouse in Point Richmond. A celebrated modern classic, The Elephant Man tells the true story of Victorian freak-show attraction Joseph Merrick. The renowned doctor Frederick Treves takes Merrick into his care, making him a cause celèbre. Astonishing the great and good with his intelligence and his resounding desire for love and understanding, Merrick is redeemed from a life of squalor. But is that enough for a man who longs more than anything to be "normal?" Directed by John Maio. Winner of three Tony Awards, including Best Play

Featuring Jason Berner, Laura Boytz, Clay David, Richard Friedlander, Sarah La Due, Max Minton, Dominick Palamenti, Mark Shepard, Jeffery Smith, Maureen-Theresa Williams, Patrice Young, and Judy Zimola

Performances are Fridays and Saturdays at 8 pm with Sunday Matinees at 2:00 pm on April 3, 10 and 17. The show plays through April 23. Tickets are $25 and all seats are general admission. Tickets can be purchased on line at www.masquers.org or by calling (510) 232-4031. The playhouse is located off of Highway 580 (Richmond Parkway exit) at 105 Park Place, Point Richmond across from the Hotel Mac.