The Afterlife of the Mind, a Creepy Comedy About a Brain Transplant
Stage Werx (533 Sutter St. San Francisco, CA 94102)
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The last date listed for The Afterlife of the Mind was Saturday November 21, 2009 / 8:00pm (Closing Night w/ Wine & Cheese Reception).
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Goldstar Member Reviews
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This is a really great play that is definitely worth seeing. It's unique in a way that it combines elements of philosophical theories on religion and existence of God, dilemma of life and death, tragedy of losing a loved one with elements of “creepy” yet lighthearted and sometimes dorky comedy. I would think that combining these different elements into one smooth flowing and whole play is a huge undertaking that requires the great directing and skilled and talented cast. Virago theatre did an outstanding job in accomplishing that. Thank you for a great, satisfying and fun experience.Written on Nov 14 2009
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Anjoo
A very unique and brilliantly inventive play very well acted and absolutely thrilling experience. A must see for everyone.Written on Nov 20 2009
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More Information About The Afterlife of the Mind
Website
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Description
Friday, November 13 Talk-Back with Cast, Playwright and Director
Saturday, November 21 Closing Night Wine & Cheese Reception featuring Blacksmith Cellars
A World Premiere
Written by William Bivins
Directed by Laura Lundy-Paine
Starring Elias Escobedo*, Megan Kilian*, Lol Levy*, Brittany Kilcoyne McGregor, Dennis McIntyre, George McRae*, Tracey Rhys, and Paul Stout
*Member, Actors Equity Association
Can Lydia find a body for Harry's brain? Can she use her body to get Todd to donate his body? Is there such thing as sex without a body? For answers to these and other pressing questions about neuroscience, metaphysics and the search for the perfect mate see The Afterlife of the Mind, the hilarious and shocking world premiere by William Bivins. The most talked about reading of the 2008 Last Frontier Theatre Conference in Alaska.
Lydia's husband, famous philosopher Harry Pengrove, is dying of a rare illness. Unwilling to accept his fate, Lydia enlists the help of Ulrich Hoffsteadler, a brilliant but illegal neurosurgeon who operates out of the back of a bar and who, medical legend has it, once transplanted a human brain. After a botched transplant, Lydia embarks on a journey pushing the limits of love, the human body and medical science to save Harry's extraordinary mind.
About the Ticket Supplier: Virago Theatre Company
Virago Theatre Company is a partnership of artists, designers, and musicians creating theatre of a highest quality. They believe in unconventional, inventive staging, and a collaborative rehearsal process. They support new works and focus on new play development. Guided by their dedication to produce provocative and passionate theatre, they select works that address issues of psychological and social turbulence and have a unique perspective on our daily existence.