Much Better: a new play by Elisabeth Frankel

Really-Really Theatre Group presents Much Better: a new play by Elisabeth Frankel.

In an overconnected, information-saturated world, Ashley is struggling. Diagnosed with a condition known as “Hyperempathy”, she finds it difficult to hold a job, maintain relationships, and otherwise cope with the emotional demands of her everyday life. When Ashley is introduced to a new medical procedure known as Neuroclear, she sees a chance to create a new, better version of herself––but not without putting her humanity at risk. A fresh look into our relationships with the world, technology and our “best self”, MUCH BETTER questions the ethical limits of the use of technology as means for self-improvement.

Earlier this year, Much Better emerged as a semi-finalist for the 2017 O’Neill National Playwrights Conference, establishing itself as a strong and relevant literary work among over 1,300 plays. Prior to the O’Neill Conference, Much Better was a finalist in the 2016 Drama League Beatrice Terry Residency.

MUCH BETTER CAST
Ashley - Alysha Curry
Dr. Keith - Lamar Legend
Simon - Nick Ferrucci*
Morgan - Ali Lawrence
Guy / Testimonial / Yoga Teacher - Garrison Whaley-Sharp
*member of Actors Equity Association

MUCH BETTER CREATIVE & CREW
Scenic Design - Angela Alvarez
Playwright - Elisabeth Frankel
Stage Manager - Teresa Micheletti
Director - Henry Nettleton
Costume Design - Natalie Shih
Sound & Projection Design - Charlie Spears
Lighting Design - Aaron Tacy