A New Brain
A New Brain
Written by William Finn and James Lapine
Directed by Cassandra Tse
Music directed by Lauren Simpkins
Part of the HEART+MUSIC Festival of Musical Theatre
Footlights proudly presented the New Zealand premiere of this beloved Off-Broadway musical about life, death, brain surgery and frogs. The show's rousing full ensemble number, "Heart and Music", provided the inspiration for our festival's title.
CAST
Gordon Schwinn
Dominic Taffs
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Roger Delli-Bovi
Michael Stebbings
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Mimi Schwinn
Karen Anslow
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Lisa
Marysia Collins
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Mr Bungee
Alex Rabina
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Richard
Mike Bryant
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The Minister
Eugene Wolfin
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Rhoda
Caitlin Penrose
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Dr Jafar Berensteiner
Will Collin
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Nancy D/Waitress
Tania Dreaver​
CREW
Director
Cassandra Tse
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Music Director
Lauren Simpkins
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​Stage Manager
Samantha Burnard
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Assistant Stage Manager/Sound Design
Paige Barnes
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Technical Operator
Aaron Blackledge​
BAND
Piano/Conductor
Lauren Simpkins
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Clarinet/Soprano Saxophone/Tenor Saxophone
Geraint Scott
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Double Bass/Cello
Bernadette Stander
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Drums/Percussion
Paul Gadd
REVIEWS
"A New Brain stands out for the abundance of theatrical pleasures it offers its audience."
​- Tim Stevenson, Theatreview
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"Karen Anslow as Gordon’s mother Mimi really does embody what is so successful about the show—the ability to have you in stitches one second, and reaching for the tissues the next."
​- Aimee Smith, Art Murmurs
GALLERY
Photography by Roc+ Photography
