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
Roger Delli-Bovi
Michael Stebbings
Mimi Schwinn
Karen Anslow
Lisa
Marysia Collins
Mr Bungee
Alex Rabina
Richard
Mike Bryant
The Minister
Eugene Wolfin
Rhoda
Caitlin Penrose
Dr Jafar Berensteiner
Will Collin
Nancy D/Waitress
Tania Dreaver
CREW
Director
Cassandra Tse
Music Director
Lauren Simpkins
Stage Manager
Samantha Burnard
Assistant Stage Manager
Sound Design
Paige Barnes
Technical Operator
Aaron Blackledge
BAND
Piano/Conductor
Lauren Simpkins
Clarinet/Soprano Saxophone/Tenor Saxophone
Geraint Scott
Double Bass/Cello
Bernadette Stander
Drums/Percussion
Paul Gadd
REVIEWS
"A New Brain stands out for the abundance of theatrical pleasures it offers its audience."
- Tim Stevenson, Theatreview
"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
