Arc Stages Community Theatre: A New Brain

A New Brain follows Gordon, a struggling composer, whose life is turned upside down by the diagnosis of a brain tumor. Surrounded by his partner, mother, co-worker, and an eccentric medical team, Gordon drifts in and out of consciousness while trying to finish songs for a children’s television show featuring Mr. Bungee — a character who begins to infiltrate his medical nightmare. As he faces mortality, Gordon is forced to confront his relationships, his career, and ultimately the healing power of art.

Music and Lyrics by William Finn
Book by William Finn and James Lapine
Directed by Rena Gavigan
Music Direction by Stephen Ferri

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