next to normal, in itself, is a show dedicated to overcoming obstacles and how we navigate difficult situations. Our director's vision included the phrase healing shared trauma and in so many ways, this show tackled that. The story that was told was a beautiful tribute to families--we supplemented almost 40 heart-wrenching, powerful, dynamic songs with a stage that never seemed to stop rotating and a multitude of technical aspects that never seemed to let up. 

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"In a work of mathematical genius, the turntable stage moves the multi-level set and actors with flowing precision, shifting scenes and perspectives, bringing characters together and apart. It transforms the ordinary actions of a household into an extraordinary ballet set to alt-rock music. The actors climb and descend multiple staircases and platforms at the center of the turntable, elevating them above their everyday settings, allowing their perspectives, their interactions, and their vocal performances to soar. The nuanced lighting effects subtly emphasize and color the rapidly shifting scenes, enhancing the emotions and focus of each interaction. This production of Next to Normal is a visual masterpiece." ~ Lisa Purchase Kelly, Eye on the Arts