Every Brilliant Thing

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September 23 — November 5, 2017
In the Ellyn Bye Studio

Previews are Sep. 23-28 | Opening night Sep. 29
By Duncan Macmillan with Jonny Donahoe
Starring Isaac Lamb
Directed by Rose Riordan

A kid makes a list for his mom. A list of everything worth living for in the world. He needs her to read the list so she doesn’t try to leave the world again. As the kid grows up and experiences more life, more love, and more loss, his list of every brilliant thing gets longer and more vital with each addition. Duncan Macmillan’s play shines hilarious and compassionate light in dark corners of the human condition, and the way in which the creators have constructed the performance is refreshingly theatrical. A reminder that hope is never truly lost, and a testament to the healing power of storytelling.

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Run Time:
Approximately 70 minutes, no intermission.

Note:
Recommended for ages 14 and up. Contains adult situations and references to suicide. Children under 6 are not permitted at any production at The Armory.

Performance Times

Evenings: Tuesday - Sunday at 7:30 p.m.*
Matinees: Saturday and Sundays at 2 p.m.,
Thursdays at noon*

*Note: These are general performance times. Certain productions may have exceptions. View the season calendar for more information.

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