A New Brain is a show about making the most out of life in the face of tragedy. When a neurotic, frustrated composer is confronted with a terminal illness, he finds comfort in the healing power of art. The show is in fact William Finn’s autobiographical account of his own battle for life when he was afflicted with a seemingly terminal illness. As the central character, Gordon Michael Schwinn struggles to survive, he finds salvation in the healing power of art.
Cast:
Gordon Michael Schwinn: Patrick Dwyer
Dr. Jafar Berensteiner: Paul Foster
Roger Delli-Bovi: Jonathan Krouse
Waitress/Nancy D.: Katie Lupfer
Rhoda: Melissa Miller
Mimi Schwinn: Kathy Monroe
The Minister: Jeff Parsons
A Homeless Lady: Sam Szentmik
Richard: David Toussas
Mr. Bungee: Peter Vaiknoras
Creative:
Director: Jess Hope Katz
Music Director: Evan T. Charpentier
Stage Manager: Erin Sabat
Assistant Stage Manager: Lyss Wortman
Costume Designer: Jessie Blum
Choreographer: Cassandra Barckett
Fight Choreographer: Katie Claire
Props & Set Designer/Producer: Amy Kurfist