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- The elephant man: a play (pdf) by bernard pomerance (ebook) 'The Elephant Man' is based on the life of John Merrick, who lived in London during the latter part of the nineteenth century. A horribly deformed young man, who has been a freak attraction in traveling side shows, is.
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- It’s for you to use before you see the play The Elephant Manat Steppenwolf Theatre. It’s for you to learn more about the main character of the play, John Merrick. Rescued from a freak show by a kind doctor, Merrick is cared for and introduced to the voyeuristic circles of polite society. As the doctor strives to help.
- THE ELEPHANT MAN Written by Christopher De Vore, Eric Bergren & David Lynch Based on 'The Elephant Man, A Study in Human Dignity' by Ashley Montagu BLACK FADE IN: ABSTRACT DREAM CLOSE-UP of a gold framed miniature portrait of JOHN MERRICK'S MOTHER (tune or melody over her picture, heartbeat), which DISSOLVES TO CLOSE-UP of real Mother smiling A shadow comes over her face.
- View elephant man.pdf from WRITING 101 at New York University. The Elephant Man Bernard Pomerance April 19, 1979 Eugene ONeill, John Arden, politically weighted views of American History(such as.
Jun 11, 2017 The Elephant Man: A Play Bernard Pomerance on Amazon.com.FREE. shipping on qualifying offers. The Elephant Man is based on the life of John Merrick, who lived in London during the latter part of the nineteenth century. A horribly deformed young man.
Full Length Play, Drama / 6m, 2f
John Merrick is a horribly deformed young man – victim of rare skin and bone diseases. Seen as a freak by society, his life changes when young physician Frederick Treves agrees to care for him.
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The Elephant Man
by Bernard Pomerance
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Cast Size
Duration
120 minutes (2 hours)Subgenre
Accolades
Tony, From BroadwaySuggested Use
- Cutting Approved for Competition
- UIL Approved
- Competition or audition material
Target Audience
- Adult
Additional Info
The Elephant Man is based on the life of John Merrick, who lived in London during the latter part of the nineteenth century. A horribly deformed young man – victim of rare skin and bone diseases – he becomes the star freak attraction in traveling sideshows. Found abandoned and helpless, he is admitted to London’s prestigious Whitechapel Hospital. Under the care of celebrated young physician Frederick Treves, Merrick is introduced to London society and slowly evolves from an object of pity to an urbane and witty favorite of the aristocracy and literati, only to be denied his ultimate dream – to become a man like any other.
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Accolades
- WINNER! 1979 Tony® Award, Best Play
WINNER! 2015 Drama Desk Award, Best Revival of a Play
NOMINEE! Four 2015 Tony® Awards, including Best Revival of a Play
NOMINEE! 2015 Drama League Award, Best Revival of a Play
NOMINEE! Five 2015 Outer Critics Circle Awards, including Best Revival of a Play
Reviews
'Pomerance's tale showcases the triumph of a very human spirit, personified by the sensitive, almost saintly Merrick.' –Associated Press, Read More
'It is nevertheless a spectacular delivery system for bravura performances.' – Vulture, Read More
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Considerations
Performing Groups
- College Theatre / Student
- Community Theatre
- Dinner Theatre
- Professional Theatre
- Shoestring Budget
- Large Stage
- Blackbox / Second Stage /Fringe Groups
License details
- Minimum Fee: $125 per performance
- Mandatory Music/Media Fee: $15 per performance
Production
Details
- Time Period: 19th Century
- Duration: 120 minutes (2 hours)
- Setting: 1884-1890. London. One scene is in Belgium.
- Features / Contains: Period Costumes
Music
- Musical Style: N/A (Not a musical)
- Vocal Demands: N/A (Not a musical)
- Chorus Size: N/A (Not a musical)
FREDERICK TREVES - a surgeon and teacher
CARR GOMM - administrator of the London Hospital
ROSS - Manager of the Elephant Man
JOHN MERRICK - the Elephant Man
THREE PINHEADS - three women freaks whose heads are pointed
BELGIAN POLICEMEN
LONDON POLICEMAN
MAN - at a fairground in Brussels
CONDUCTOR - of Ostend-London boat train
BISHOP WALSHAM HOW
PORTER - at the London Hospital
SNORK - also a porter
MRS. KENDAL - an actress
DUCHESS
COUNTESS
PRINCESS ALEXANDRA
LORD JOHN
NURSE, MISS SANDWICH
See all +CARR GOMM - administrator of the London Hospital
ROSS - Manager of the Elephant Man
JOHN MERRICK - the Elephant Man
THREE PINHEADS - three women freaks whose heads are pointed
BELGIAN POLICEMEN
LONDON POLICEMAN
MAN - at a fairground in Brussels
CONDUCTOR - of Ostend-London boat train
BISHOP WALSHAM HOW
PORTER - at the London Hospital
SNORK - also a porter
MRS. KENDAL - an actress
DUCHESS
COUNTESS
PRINCESS ALEXANDRA
LORD JOHN
NURSE, MISS SANDWICH
Cast Attributes
- Reduced casting (Doubling Possible)
- Strong Role for Leading Man (Star Vehicle)
Casting Notes
No one with any history of back trouble should attempt the part of Merrick as contorted. Anyone playing the part of Merrick should be advised to consult a physician about the problems of sustaining any unnatural or twisted position.
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The Elephant Man was produced on Broadway at The Booth Theatre, on April 22, 1979.
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